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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 25, 2023
A new way to operate is revolutionizing heavy industries.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 25, 2023
A new way to operate is revolutionizing heavy industries.
Disaster Zone blog
APRIL 25, 2023
Disaster debris comes with every type of disaster.
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The City Fix
APRIL 25, 2023
Most people in India walk – to work, to the market or to the railway station. According to the 2011 Indian census, 48% of people walk or cycle to work every day compared to the less than 3% of people.
State Tech Magazine
APRIL 25, 2023
Following the federal lead from Capitol Hill, the states of Arizona, California, Oregon, Texas and Washington were among early states establishing formal telework, beginning as early as 2001. With laptops then easy to obtain for state government employees, many looked at telework through the lenses of work-life balance and decreasing traffic on local roads.
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Dive into the world of playground safety with this complimentary guide. It offers a detailed exploration of essential practices to ensure the utmost safety for children. Delve into inspection techniques, from assessing equipment conditions to evaluating surfacing materials. Gain insights into maintenance strategies to keep playgrounds in top-notch condition year-round.
Open Access Government - Technology News
APRIL 25, 2023
Ash Gawthorp discusses why UK businesses are facing a crisis and why traditional tech training methods must be reconsidered The digital skills gap puts the UK in crisis, and outdated, traditional tech training methods are not helping! A recent survey from AND Digital found that 81% of UK managing directors say a lack of digital skills negatively affects their company, while more than a quarter (27%) of employees claim that they don’t have sufficient digital skills to do their job role.
GCN
APRIL 25, 2023
The state is the first to publicly say it will receive federal funding under the State and Local Government Cybersecurity Grant Program.
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Homeroom
APRIL 25, 2023
By: Roberto J. Rodríguez, Assistant Secretary, Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development We need a system that’s inclusive, that delivers value, and that produces equitable outcomes. We need transparency in data more now than ever before. – Secretary Miguel Cardona The U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard is a free online tool to help Continue Reading The post Updated College Scorecard Will Help Students Find High Value Postsecondary Programs appeared first on
GCN
APRIL 25, 2023
The association’s playbook will help CIOs assess their current tech portfolio and determine how well the IT aligns with and supports financial, business and government values and goals.
Disaster Zone blog
APRIL 25, 2023
It is a “ happy story” but could also be written here in the USA.
GCN
APRIL 25, 2023
The Commonwealth Office of Digital Experience, Pennsylvania's new customer experience shop, will build and deliver accessible, equitable and effective online services.
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Local governments and municipalities serving populations under 200,000 face distinctive challenges in delivering efficient and effective services to their communities. To overcome these challenges, many rely on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems tailored to their specific needs. Not all ERP systems are created equal, and some may hinder progress rather than support it.
Disaster Zone blog
APRIL 25, 2023
The nation’s largest drone and robotics industry trade show.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 25, 2023
Overall consumer spending growth is slowing, but consumers still intend to splurge on select categories. Here’s the latest data from our ConsumerWise research.
Disaster Zone blog
APRIL 25, 2023
A great summary for what is impacting the fire service.
GCN
APRIL 25, 2023
The winner of NIST’s challenge developed a digital twin of a command center that gives remote users access to the center’s large-format video walls and 3D tools through a head-mounted display.
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Unlock the potential of sustainable facility management! This guide empowers small local governments to lead with climate-resilient infrastructure, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and more. Elevate your community's resilience, reduce costs, and embrace eco-friendly practices. Discover the role of facility maintenance teams in green cleaning, sustainability analyses, and infrastructure upgrades.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 25, 2023
The invasion of Ukraine has shocked the European energy market. Europe may need to intensify efforts to reduce gas demand to balance the market and ensure security of supply while avoiding price spikes.
NLC (National League of Cities)
APRIL 25, 2023
Every city leader I know wants to be more business-friendly. That’s especially true with their entrepreneurs and small business owners. Maybe that’s because over half of all businesses have fewer than five employees. Or that over 5 million new businesses were formed just last year, up 44% from 2019.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 25, 2023
Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.
Open Access Government - Technology News
APRIL 25, 2023
The UK government delivers £100 million in funding for a foundation model AI taskforce to promote safer artificial intelligence and increased regulation Following a Cabinet meeting, Ministers agreed on creating an AI taskforce, to retain public confidence in the use of artificial intelligence, and increase regulation in online spaces to keep people safe, without preventing innovation.
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PA TIMES Magazine is a publication of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA), a not-for-profit corporation. This edition focused on diversity, equity and inclusion in public administration, including guest columns, insights for the field and interviews with city government DEI officers about their work at the local level.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 25, 2023
A generational shift is under way as buyers of boats and recreational vehicles trend younger. What can companies do to stay ahead of the curve?
Social Pinpoint
APRIL 25, 2023
Are you taking advantage of social media to promote your online community engagement efforts? From keeping your community informed on your newest projects, promoting opportunities to participate, or closing the loop – social media can be incredibly helpful. However, using it effectively is another story… and it can be discouraging when your posts dwindle in engagement.
GovPilot
APRIL 25, 2023
It’s no surprise that attention is being brought to the continually worsening air quality in the United States. Since 1980, when the new Clean Air Act was implemented, there has been an estimated 50 percent decline in emissions of key air pollutants. Yet, new research proves that this decline is not nearly enough to protect the most vulnerable Americans from the damaging effects of air pollution.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 25, 2023
Develop data-driven insights to build a strategy for paying down the tech debt that stands in the way of business modernization.
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Discover comprehensive strategies for optimizing operations and achieving cost efficiency! This document offers insights into efficient inspections, data-driven decision-making, goal alignment, and resource optimization. It empowers local governments and maintenance departments to streamline operations and ensure significant cost savings. From aligning maintenance goals with community needs to leveraging data for strategic planning, this guide provides a roadmap for smoother, more reliable opera
GCN
APRIL 25, 2023
According to a recent roadmap, NIST is looking to issue guidance on how federal, state and local governments can offer attribute validation services.
NLC (National League of Cities)
APRIL 25, 2023
As part of Earth Month 2023, NLC released its second brief on electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
A Library Writer's Blog
APRIL 25, 2023
Ticker URL: [link] hing.umich.edu/ticker/ Ticker: The Academic Business Librarianship Review is seeking peer-reviewed research articles for Volume 9, Issue 1, to be published in the Spring of 2024. This is a great opportunity for librarians interested in doing research in any and all areas related to business librarianship. We are an open access journal committed to promoting the widest possible discussion of original and translational research, evidence-based pieces, case studies, and more.
The Stoop (NYU Furman Center)
APRIL 25, 2023
Fair Housing Month may be drawing to a close, but the need for ensuring efficacy across Fair Housing policies continues. This is made clear in a recently published paper by Noah Kazis, Assistant Professor of Law at the University of Michigan Law School, and Faculty Director Kathy O’Regan, The Weakness of Neighborhood Revitalization Planning in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program: Warnings from Connecticut.
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This comprehensive article delves into the transformative trends reshaping local government facility maintenance in anticipation of 2024. From embracing smart technology for efficient management, sustainability's pivotal role to data-driven decision-making, workforce upskilling, and predictive maintenance strategies, each aspect is explored. Insights into outsourcing collaborations, digital twins, safety enhancements, and the broader industry evolution highlight the critical adaptation needed.
Careers in Government
APRIL 25, 2023
Boosting women’s happiness and job satisfaction begins with leaders recognizing and celebrating contributions by both sexes and all nationalities. The post Pay isn’t the Only Gender Gap appeared first on Careers in Government.
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