Digital twins need more than infrastructure data, expert says
GCN
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Real-time, bi-directional data can help cities determine not just what residents are doing – but why, according to the Smart Cities Council.
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Imagine Nation ELC 2022: Former CIOs Reflect on Their IT Modernization Journeys
FedTech Magazine
OCTOBER 25, 2022
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the pivotal E-Government Act of 2002, which provides guidelines on how government agencies use IT to handle personal information. Several federal CIOs who were on the front lines of carrying out the act said it was a critical part of their IT modernization journeys, driving technology to solve some of the most difficult challenges facing the government.
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In the U.S., Income and Wealth are Concentrated at the Top. Where Does This Leave Older Americans?
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Disparities in income and wealth among older Americans have widened in recent decades. Higher income and wealth are both associated with better prospects for living a long life. So where does this leave older Americans? Today’s WatchBlog post looks.
A digital approach to SME banking
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Small and medium-size enterprises are a clear growth opportunity for banks in a difficult environment. A digital-first approach with a personal touch can help banks crack the code of this historically overlooked segment.
The Ultimate Playground Inspection Handbook
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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.
Massachusetts moves from data center ‘hodgepodge’ to cloud-driven model
GCN
OCTOBER 25, 2022
To modernize and standardize its infrastructure, the commonwealth is moving its data and applications from more than 20 data centers to the cloud.
The McKinsey Crossword: All In | No. 99
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 25, 2022
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.
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The heat is on: How public-sector leaders could drive net-zero goals
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Focusing on climate tech innovation, industrialization, and infrastructure could help public-sector leaders achieve national and global decarbonization goals.
No One Is Coming to Help
Disaster Zone blog
OCTOBER 25, 2022
The value of a memorable phrase in disaster public education.
Cloud-based property assessments speed hurricane recovery
GCN
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Cities and counties that suffered damage from Hurricane Ian could access Accela’s damage assessment service to jump-start recovery.
Climate Adaptation Is the Solution to Disasters
Disaster Zone blog
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Choose wisely when deciding where to live.
7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities
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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.
Transforming the EU retail and wholesale sector
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 25, 2022
To capitalize on change, companies must invest in sustainability, digitalization, and skills and talent.
Disaster Zone Podcast: Behavioral Impacts of Climate Change
Disaster Zone blog
OCTOBER 25, 2022
This is one to listen to!
Five charts on hydrogen’s role in a net-zero future
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Hydrogen has great potential as a carbon-free energy carrier. Here’s a look at the momentum behind this widely applicable technology.
The Duration of Disasters Is Also Important
Disaster Zone blog
OCTOBER 25, 2022
It was my "aha" of today.
Sustainable Facility Maintenance Management for Small Local Governments
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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.
The Importance of Multifactor Authentication
The CIO Council
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a great opportunity for all of us to think through how we approach cybersecurity in both our work and personal lives. Every day, we hear stories about the latest compromise at an organization, or a person who has fallen victim to cyber criminals. As highlighted by the themes of Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2022 and the Executive Order on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity released last year, one of the most effective techniques we can employ is to enable Multi
5 Ways to Incorporate DEIA in Municipal Hiring to Improve Service Delivery
NLC (National League of Cities)
OCTOBER 25, 2022
America’s racial and ethnic demographics have become increasingly diverse over the past few decades. In response to these shifts, municipalities across the nation are working to ensure that elected officials and public administrators are representative of their constituencies to improve municipal service delivery.
Author Talks: How to maintain a ‘Longpath’ mindset, even amid short-term crises
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Future-thinking strategist Ari Wallach provides a tool kit for acting less like a descendant and more like an ancestor.
Reimagine Your Remote Solutions
GovLoop
OCTOBER 25, 2022
An interview with Ken Liska, Presales Leader, State and Local Government, Citrix. It seems like ages ago when the average employee was no Zoom expert, and few people knew what VPN stood for — let alone could explain it. Remote work was unfathomable in many offices. “The amount of government organizations that now have employees working from home either full-time or part-time and the way they’re delivering services to their constituents … has just changed so rapidly over the past couple of
ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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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.
CIO vs. CTO vs. CDO: What’s the Difference?
State Tech Magazine
OCTOBER 25, 2022
States have been sitting on mountains of data for decades. Government leaders have started to recognize that the information has value and can be used for insight, planning, services and all-around smarter governance. As governments emerged from COVID-19 lockdowns, few people have stolen the spotlight more than chief data officers, a relatively new position for state and local governments that’s quickly gaining importance.
Get the Innovation Flowing at the Google Government Summit
GovLoop
OCTOBER 25, 2022
As the New Year approaches, agencies like yours have to start planning ahead, and cultivating new ideas to continue serving constituents efficiently. One of the best ways to spark ideas is to mingle with your fellow government and industry peers at the free 2022 Google Government Summit in Washington, D.C. The experienced and knowledgeable speakers and attendees have valuable advice to offer when it comes to fresh ways to meet your mission, so don’t miss out.
Cloud training for all is critical to migration efforts, experts say
GCN
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Panelists at an ATARC conference highlighted the importance of workers, not just technologists understanding the cloud to enhance its efforts.
Imagine Nation ELC 2022: Federal IT Officials Strive to Improve Delivery of Services
FedTech Magazine
OCTOBER 25, 2022
The federal CIO, the U.S. Digital Service and the General Services Administration form “three legs of a stool” that support the new federal IT operating plan, said U.S. federal government CIO Clare Martorana. Addressing a panel of the 2022 Imagine Nation ELC conference Monday in Hershey, Pa., Martorana recounted how the Biden administration developed the inaugural federal IT operating plan at the direction of Congress.
Proactive vs Reactive Maintenance: Making the Case for Preparedness
Advertiser: Noratek
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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