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To defend against disruption, build a thriving workforce

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

As generative AI begins to reshape jobs, leaders have an opportunity to reimagine work, the workplace, and the worker. Five actions can help.

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‘Invisible’ no more: States move to hire people with disabilities

GCN

Tapping potential employees with “non-apparent” issues like autism, attention deficit disorder and chronic depression can bring qualified candidates to a public sector workforce in desperate need of talent.

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Unleashing the power of midcap companies

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Midmarket businesses have vast opportunities to increase their performance and scale if they reinvent how they work. Here are six keys to successful midcap transformations.

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Amid campus protests nationwide, DC’s response stands out

GCN

The capital city’s police department cleared an encampment at a local university following pressure from House Republicans to be more forceful. But the District’s reluctance to take action sooner underlies lessons officials learned decades ago about the perils of aggressive enforcement.

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Key Strategies for Public Works Employees to Embrace Government Software

In a rapidly evolving landscape, the integration of digital software into Public Works teams has become imperative. This shift presents an opportunity to transcend traditional approaches, unlocking new levels of efficiency, cost savings, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This eBook offers comprehensive strategies to navigate this transformation.

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Mexico Made Safe Mobility a Human Right — Here’s How Its Streets Can Become Safer

The City Fix

Mexico became the first nation to declare access to safe mobility a human right in 2020 and two years later passed the General Law of Mobility and Road Safety to protect people, reduce collisions and promote sustainable modes of travel. Now, with this new.

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How Local Leaders Can Improve the Quality of Life for All Children Through Nature Access

NLC (National League of Cities)

By Eric Knepp, Parks Superintendent at the City of Madison, WI As the Superintendent of Madison Parks, I often say, and strongly believe, that the future of parks is partnerships. The mission of Madison’s Parks Department is to enhance the quality of life for everyone in Madison, WI.

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How Youth Apprenticeship is Improving the Economy in Frederick, Maryland

NLC (National League of Cities)

Co-authored by Allen Etzler, Communications Manager, City of Frederick May 5th – 11th will mark the first national Youth Apprenticeship Week, a nationwide celebration of earn-and-learn programs that benefit youth, employers, and cities. Apprenticeship programs allow youth to earn competitive wages while obtaining the relevant training and experience to start their careers.

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Florida’s school safety dashboard helps parents and teachers address root causes of misbehavior

GCN

COMMENTARY | School leaders can use the dashboard to identify areas of concern in their own school—such as an increasing pattern of fights—and then develop evidence-based solutions and training to address the issues.

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How Mentoring is Reaching New Teachers in Rural Alaska

Homeroom

By: Abigail Swisher, Rural Impact Fellow, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education Spanning 37,000 miles across Alaska, the Northwest Arctic Borough School District has struggled to hire and retain enough new teachers. The eleven villages within the district – many of them above the Arctic Circle – are sparsely populated and remote. The winters are Continue Reading The post How Mentoring is Reaching New Teachers in Rural Alaska appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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What Device as a Service Offers State Government

State Tech Magazine

State and local governments may deploy devices such as PCs and smartphones as part of an approach called Device as a Service. In the past, organizations, including state and local agencies, focused on BYOD policies rather than issuing phones and tablets themselves. However, they soon realized that they needed to remove sensitive information from these devices and implement security controls, says Aaron Rose, security architect manager for vertical solutions at Check Point Software Technologies.

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Empower Digital Government: Strategic Workbook for Modern Transformation

Digital transformation is reshaping government interactions, bringing agencies closer to the communities they serve. However, while many have adopted new digital tools, few have implemented comprehensive strategies to maximize their benefits. Our Strategic Workbook for Modern Government offers a step-by-step guide to developing a sustainable digital strategy.

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The surging demand for data is guzzling Virginia’s water

GCN

The commonwealth is home to the data center capital of the world. Can it handle AI's thirst?

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How Youth Apprenticeship is Improving the Economy in Frederick Maryland

NLC (National League of Cities)

Co-authored by Allen Etzler, Communications Manager, City of Frederick May 5th – 11th will mark the first national Youth Apprenticeship Week, a nationwide celebration of earn-and-learn programs that benefit youth, employers, and cities. Apprenticeship programs allow youth to earn competitive wages while obtaining the relevant training and experience to start their careers.

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How healthcare organizations use generative AI on AWS to turn data into better patient outcomes

AWS Public Sector Blog

Healthcare organizations invest heavily in technology and data. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) empowers healthcare organizations to leverage their investments in robust data foundations, improve patient experience through innovative interactive technologies, boost productivity to help address workforce challenges, and drive new insights to accelerate research.

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5 best practices for accelerating research computing with AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

The cloud is accelerating research insights by reducing data analysis and processing times, enabling researchers worldwide to collaborate on solving universal problems from drug discovery to climate challenges. Amazon Web Services (AWS) works with higher education institutions, research labs, and researchers around the world to offer cost-effective, scalable, and secure compute, storage, and database capabilities to accelerate time to science.

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A Guide For Everyone: Accessibility & Inclusivity Inspection Handbook

Dive into this comprehensive guide to inclusivity and accessibility! This handbook equips you with indispensable insights and practical strategies to ensure every space welcomes all. Whether you're an inspector, designer, or municipal employee, streamline compliance with regulations while fostering genuine inclusivity. From detailed checklists to case studies, we cover every aspect, empowering you to create environments that prioritize accessibility without compromising service.