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What Web3 and the blockchain revolution mean for law enforcement

GCN

A decentralized internet is an opportunity for criminals and terrorists to exploit an unregulated, anonymous and decentralized landscape.

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ARPA and Public Spaces: How Cities are Investing in Places to Live, Work and Play

NLC (National League of Cities)

Across America, public parks and recreational spaces have long offered free-to-low-cost opportunities for visitors and residents to engage in local communities. During the pandemic, the value of these spaces as an accessible public amenity became even more apparent.

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Monkeypox and COVID-19 highlight need for real-time public health information

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

Having real-time information on things like positive case numbers and resources could help prevent the spread of diseases like COVID-19 and Monkeypox, potentially saving lives. More than 15 years ago, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

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Using analytics to address inflation risks and strengthen competitive positioning

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

In the new inflationary environment, company leaders can protect their business and gain competitive advantage by deploying analytics-aided strategies.

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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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5G’s first applications likely intelligent transportation, public safety

GCN

Brandon Branham, assistant city manager and chief technology officer of Peachtree Corners, said 5G opens the door for low-latency use cases.

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Transforming global trade: Views from Tradeshift CEO Christian Lanng

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The leader of the Danish-born fintech talks about modernizing B2B payments, the significance of global trade, and an early meeting with a Silicon Valley mentor that keeps him centered.

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August IAEM Disaster Zone Column

Disaster Zone blog

Be prepared to pivot from what you have done before.

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Optimizing front- and back-office services in advanced electronics

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

By using digital and analytics to simplify end-to-end processes, organizations can improve margins and customer experience.

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Security Classifications Explained

Disaster Zone blog

What you need to know about the differences.

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Cyber risk: how secure is our critical infrastructure?

Open Access Government - Technology News

We can’t be complacent about cybersecurity threats to critical national infrastructure , and every organisation has a role to play in protecting it, writes Jake Holloway, chief product officer at Crossword Cybersecurity. The Russian invasion of Ukraine began in cyberspace. According to UK intelligence services , Russia was almost certainly responsible for an attack on a Ukrainian communications provider an hour before the invasion and cyber-attacks have continued since.

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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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How Your Employees Can Sell Your Employees on Change

GovLoop

When an agency attempts to transform its operations or services, the human factor can be both the biggest obstacle and the best solution. At a recent GovLoop virtual event , numerous speakers discussed the role that change-averse employees can play in slowing down transformation initiatives. But Dorothy Aronson, Chief Information Officer at the National Science Foundation, said that it’s just a matter of working with different people at different stages of an initiative.

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5 Ways to Instantly Improve Your Job Posts

Careers in Government

Increasing the apply rate for job postings usually requires changes to several factors in an employer’s recruiting process. The post 5 Ways to Instantly Improve Your Job Posts appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot to Open the 2022 Reclaiming Vacant Properties Conference

Center for Community Progress

Dr. Kendi and Mayor Lightfoot join Tonika Lewis Johnson and national philanthropic leaders as keynotes at national community development conference. WASHINGTON, D.C. – August 18, 2022 – The Center for Community Progress (Community Progress) is honored to announce Dr. Ibram X. Kendi as the opening plenary speaker at the biennial Reclaiming Vacant Properties Conference (RVP), held this year in Chicago, Illinois from September 7-9.

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Launch Your Future in Leadership

GovLoop

Not sure if the upcoming NextGen Government Virtual Training Summit, “Supporting and Developing Gov Supervisors,” is right for you? Check all that apply: I’m an emerging leader that wants to be inspired. I want to take on a leadership role in the future. I like networking with my peers and hearing dynamic keynote speakers. I enjoy downloading free resources to help me conquer my professional goals.

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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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Trade Dependency and a Post-Russian Invasion Stock Market

The Lowe Down

Article by Nicolas De Mello and Anya Syed. When news of Russia’s encroachment into Ukrainian territory began, the global stock market immediately responded. Meanwhile, countries rushed to impose sanctions and called diplomatic meetings to address the dire situation. By early March, 141 countries had condemned Russia for its invasion at the UN and vowed to deliver consequences.

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Three Best Practices for State Agencies to Strengthen Identity Protection

State Tech Magazine

In their mission to provide services to citizens, state and local governments require employees, contractors and third-party providers to access sensitive information. When identities and credentials are compromised, it exposes agencies to cyberthreats that range from ransomware shutting down critical services to the theft of personally identifiable information of employees and citizens.

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Providing Opportunities for Those Who Think Differently — September Bonus Episode

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

The September issue of Parks & Recreation magazine is out now, and on today’s bonus episode of Open Space Radio, we’re diving deeper into one of this month’s feature stories, “ Dr. Temple Grandin on the Importance of Outdoor Play.” On this episode, I’m thrilled to be joined by Dr. Temple Grandin, a professor of animal science at Colorado State University, world-renowned scientist, animal behaviorist, advocate for autism and author.

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Cities Innovating Bus Service Using Technology

NLC (National League of Cities)

The National League of Cities and the Harvard Cyber Law Clinic released a joint case study report titled, Bus Innovation Playbook for City Leaders. This report describes how local governments are using technology to improve bus safety and efficiency. The changes local leaders are making to bus operations reduce congestion and provide equitable ridership opportunities […] Source.

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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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DHS preparedness grants prioritize security for state, local governments

GCN

The grant programs target six “critical areas,” including cybersecurity, information sharing and election security.

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Focusing on Outcomes: Long-Term Infrastructure Strategy

Public Sector Future

CEO of Infrastructure Western Australia Philip Helberg joined Jeremy Goldberg for our latest discussion on the Future of Infrastructure. Infrastructure has to serve people in the long term and this discussion is all about how to effectively make long term plans for infrastructure investment, and just as importantly, how to know if your plan is working.

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Government Needs to Fill One Million Jobs

Careers in Government

Since the start of the COVID crisis, millions of older workers – 55 and over – voluntarily or involuntarily left their jobs. The post Government Needs to Fill One Million Jobs appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Focusing on Outcomes: Long-Term Infrastructure Strategy

Public Sector Future

CEO of Infrastructure Western Australia Philip Helberg joined Jeremy Goldberg for our latest discussion on the Future of Infrastructure. Infrastructure has to serve people in the long term and this discussion is all about how to effectively make long term plans for infrastructure investment, and just as importantly, how to know if your plan is working.

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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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Airline FUBAR in 2022

Disaster Zone blog

Airlines are a major component of our transportation system.

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What is Green Computing and How Does It Help Federal Agencies Cut Emissions?

FedTech Magazine

The Biden administration has set ambitious goals of net-zero carbon emissions by 2035 for electricity generators and net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 for the economy. Achieving them will require big changes in how government data centers are designed, operated and powered. American data centers use approximately 2 percent of the total U.S. electricity supply and consume 10 to 50 times the energy per floor space of a typical commercial office building, according to the Department of Ener

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3 Data Storage Technologies: A Comparison

GovLoop

Public servants at all levels of government face tough questions around the future of service and operations. The increased use of facts and evidence over hunches and anecdotes during the pandemic set leaders at the state and local levels up for success after the crisis. Challenges remain, however, in effectively using technology tools to mine available data for useful, actionable information into the future.