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The State of Electric School Bus Adoption in the US

The City Fix

Editor’s Note: This article was updated in April 2023 with new findings from WRI’s dataset tracking electric school bus adoption in the United States, covering October to December 2022. To the best of our knowledge, these statistics are updated as of Dec.

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Cloud adoption gains traction in states

GCN

Almost 90% of state CIOs said cloud use is picking up steam, according to the initial results of a survey by NASCIO and Accenture released this week.

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How to Stop Worrying About IT and Focus on the Data

GovLoop

Legacy storage technology can be such a drag. It can be a drag on the performance of your overall IT environment, and on the efficiency and sustainability of that environment. Matthew Alexander, Field Solutions Architect with Pure Storage, learned that firsthand when he was a systems administrator/architect with a government agency. The agency shifted to flash-based systems from Pure Storage.

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From start-up to scale-up: Accelerating growth in construction technology

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

To achieve scale, founders, executives, and investors in construction technology need to eliminate the barriers to efficient growth. Here’s how.

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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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Pension systems’ built-in modernization deadline: IT staff retirements

GCN

The Washington Department of Retirement Systems is modernizing its pension administration infrastructure before the soon-to-be retirees managing it take their skills and knowledge with them.

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On the verge of a digital banking revolution in the Philippines

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

As regulators encourage new players to enter the digital financial services sector, firms that take the initiative can gain an early advantage in one of the world’s largest greenfield markets.

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Insurer of the future: Are Asian insurers keeping up with AI advances?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

AI’s potential for competitive advantages remains largely unrealized in the Asian insurance industry. There is a framework for success: invest in AI not discretely but across the value chain.

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Smarter local airports via digital twins

GCN

Digital twins can help airport planners effectively manage future renovation projects, monitor daily operations and visualize future scenarios.

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New Federal Funding to Plan High-Speed Internet Projects in Rural Communities

NLC (National League of Cities)

Earlier this month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the availability of $20 million to deliver broadband technical assistance resources for rural communities and support the development and expansion of broadband cooperatives in these communities.

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Enabling success for AWS ISV Partners in the public sector

AWS Public Sector Blog

To address global challenges and support communities in new ways around the world, public sector organizations are responding to a growing demand for innovative solutions. Amazon Web Services (AWS) independent software vendor (ISV) Partners support the public sector in accelerating the adoption of new services without the investment of developing and maintaining their own applications, accelerating digital transformation and improving citizen outcomes.

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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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Welcome to the team, Maurice Classen!

zencity

2023 has already proven an incredibly impactful year at Zencity. We’ve welcomed numerous new partner communities across the world, rolled out cutting-edge new features, including the first-ever use case of ChatGPT in local government , and re-launched as the best full-service community engagement platform available for government today. We don’t always blog (or brag) about the great things happening at the company, but today I want to personally share one of the most exciting developments in Zen

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Investing in Canada’s future: How to get capital spending right

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Canada’s spending decisions on capital projects and infrastructure, if successful, would set the country on a path to reduce emissions, accelerate toward net zero, and boost economic growth.

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Trust will be key for US Notify—a text message service for state benefits

GCN

A pilot program will help state benefits programs send text alerts to low-income families in need of public services.

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Full speed ahead: The automotive sector’s resilience imperative

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Developing organizational resilience not only helps automotive and mobility companies manage and overcome the challenges they face but also drives a competitive advantage.

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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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Writing your leadership mission statement

Partnership for Public Service

A mission statement is a short and compelling way for people to understand the purpose and direction of an organization. It is often looked at as a guiding principle and a cornerstone— something to inspire the organization’s team and customers. But individuals can write mission statements, too. In fact, this is something Stephen Covey recommends in his bestselling book, “ The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

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Leading through change: An interview with Allegra van Hövell-Patrizi

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

At Aegon the Netherlands, Allegra van Hövell-Patrizi taps into several key skills to carry her team through transformations.

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Electronic waste: Blockchain improves customer experience and drives sustainability

Open Access Government - Technology News

Blockchain can enable more efficient and environmentally friendly recycling programs, ensuring that electronic waste is disposed of properly According to the United Nations, electronic waste has become the world’s fastest-growing domestic waste stream, with approximately 53.6 million metric tons generated in 2019 alone. Mobile devices have become an essential part of our lives, and whilst almost every person in the world over the age of 14 already has one, the industry is still on track to