Fri.Oct 07, 2022

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The fight against money laundering: Machine learning is a game changer

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

To realize the full benefits of machine learning and advanced analytics in anti–money laundering, institutions need AML experts, strong data science talent, and reliable data sources in the fight against this type of financial crime.

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Indigenous Peoples Day: Reminding Communities that We Are Here

NLC (National League of Cities)

My very first time speaking in front of an elected body was in 2018, in front of the Portland Maine City Council. Earlier that year, I had finished training to learn how to run for office and was beginning to have the time and space to pay more attention to what was happening locally and […] Source.

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Sustainability in global transaction banking: A market imperative

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Sustainable financial products can propel revenue growth for banks and contribute substantially to businesses’ progress in meeting global climate goals. But success requires a strategic approach.

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How to Take Some of the Hard Work out of Cloud Security

GovLoop

One of the most time-consuming and painstaking aspects of cybersecurity, both on-prem and in the cloud, is configuration management. Configuration management is critical because many products come with default settings that do not provide adequate security. One area of particular concern is the operating system, especially when considering cybersecurity in the cloud.

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The Ultimate Playground Inspection Handbook

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.

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The chessboard rearranged: Rethinking the next moves in global payments

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Shifts in the macro environment are creating opportunities and obstacles for participants across the worldwide payments ecosystem.

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Resources for Communities Following Natural Disasters

Homeroom

Recent natural disasters have significantly impacted communities and their education institutions. Since 2017, there have been over 300 presidentially declared major disasters across all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Outlying Areas. The U.S. Department of Education (ED) closely follows the impacts of natural disasters on students, educators, staff, families, and others.

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The Smartest Computers Can Also Be Among the Most Efficient

FedTech Magazine

The world’s fastest supercomputer is also one of the most efficient, the result of new technology that manages to maintain the machine’s brain power while improving its energy efficiency. This technology will likely trickle down to smaller systems, potentially saving federal agencies, research institutes and others money on energy bills that can total millions of dollars a year.

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CISA plans local events to discuss cyber incident reporting

GCN

The effort aims to give officials a greater understanding of cyber threats and the ability to defend U.S. critical infrastructure against cascading impacts when attacks occur.

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Why Grant Research Isn’t as Easy as Saying “Show Me the Money”

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

“Show me the money!”. Anyone who lived through the 90s can identify that famous catchphrase. Despite our opinions on Jerry McGuire, this is all too often the expectation with stakeholders when it comes to grant funding. If only it were that simple! But the fact is, successfully securing and implementing grant funding takes time and effort; to be successful in the business of grants, you need to put equal emphasis on the 5 Rs of Grant Writing : Readiness, Research, Relationships, wRiting, and Rep

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Author Talks: How to make bureaucracy work for you

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Marina Nitze shares 13 tactics for successfully ushering change through any bureaucracy, from the DMV to your local not-for-profit organization.

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7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities

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.

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University of Washington - Master of Infrastructure Planning and Management

Disaster Zone blog

Another place to access information on a range of topics.

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Agile funding: An investment management approach to funding outcomes

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Truly performance-driven organizations do more than adopt agile ways of working; they take an agile approach to the enterprise funding process to allocate talent and capital toward the right outcomes.

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A Story of Two Different Wars

Disaster Zone blog

I'm struck by the differences in strategy and tactics.

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Employees on the move: How to keep and attract talent

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

In Australia, job mobility is happening in both the public and private sectors. Leaders are faced with finding ways to keep present talent and attract the new.

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Sustainable Facility Maintenance Management for Small Local Governments

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.

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Pakistan Is Still Flooded!

Disaster Zone blog

The raid to kill Osama bin Laden is also a factor.

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Utility procurement: Ready to meet new market challenges

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

North American utilities’ procurement leaders are tackling today’s challenging times by partnering closely with business unit leaders, deploying bespoke category strategies, and building innovative capabilities.

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Op-Ed: The Answer Is Climate Adaptation

Disaster Zone blog

But no one is asking the question.

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Why on earth should business care about space?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Two decades of technological innovation have unlocked a wealth of space-based opportunities for commercial entities to offer once-unimaginable services.

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ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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.

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What Are Tactical Nuclear Weapons?

Disaster Zone blog

They are not city killers.

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Beyond burnout: What helps—and what doesn’t

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Despite leaders’ best efforts, worldwide burnout persists. New research reveals why—and how to help employees begin to thrive again.

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AMERICA WORKS: How Entrepreneurial Leaders Are Preparing for the Future of Work

NLC (National League of Cities)

The next 10 years will shape the next hundred. Cities will face great challenges in the next decade, but through bold vision and effective execution, entrepreneurial city leaders can build America’s cities, towns and villages into more sustainable and inclusive centers of community and opportunity.

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Recursos para comunidades después de desastres naturales

Homeroom

Los recientes desastres naturales han impactado significativamente a las comunidades y sus instituciones educativas. Desde 2017, ha habido más de 300 desastres importantes declarados por el presidente en los 50 estados, Puerto Rico y las áreas periféricas de EE. UU. El Departamento de Educación de EE. UU. (ED) sigue de cerca los impactos de los. Continue Reading.

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Proactive vs Reactive Maintenance: Making the Case for Preparedness

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

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Is Applying to Government Jobs in NC Worth a Shot?

Careers in Government

Government jobs in NC are ready and waiting for your application. Find your dream job today! The post Is Applying to Government Jobs in NC Worth a Shot? appeared first on Careers in Government.

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CHIPS grants focus on seeding tech ecosystems

GCN

State and local governments must look beyond semiconductor manufacturing and support investments for infrastructure, workforce and research, a senior Commerce Department official said.

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How to Simplify and Speed Processes – and Why You Should

GovLoop

When Shonte Eldridge was a city employee, it could take six months for her to order a box of pencils because of a lengthy procurement process that required many signatures. And when a COBOL-based financial system needed fixing, the city had to bring in a former worker from their retirement home because they were the only person who knew how to fix it.

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City tests smart loading zones

GCN

Commercial drivers in Philadelphia can use an app to reserve and pay for parking in crowded loading zones.

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Facility Maintenance Trends for 2024: What's Changing in the Industry?

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.

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The unintended consequences of converting office buildings to housing: the need for public safety; schools; amenities

Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

I haven't written about this being discussed in a number of places like DC (" D.C. mayor unveils plans to incentivize office-to-residential conversions as downtown struggles to recover ," Washington Post ) because there is nothing really special about the phenomenon. Screenshot, Downtown Pittsburgh Partnership marketing campaign, 2009. It had been happening for decades (" Having a Longer View on Downtown Living ," Eugenie Birch, University of Pennsylvania, 2002; Get Urban!

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New satellite mapping with AI can quickly pinpoint hurricane damage across an entire state to spot where people may be trapped

GCN

By comparing pre-storm images with current satellite images, researchers can spot anomalies over large areas.

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