McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 31, 2023
It may not be surprising that innovative organizations are ahead on generative AI, but the degree to which they’re succeeding at deploying it might be. Five practices help them stay ahead of the pack.
Open Access Government - Technology News
AUGUST 31, 2023
Meet CLARI, the small flexible Robot designed to navigate small spaces, with some inspiration from the world of bugs CLARI stands for Compliant Legged Articulated Robotic Insect; it originated from a team of engineers at the University of Colorado, Boulder. It also can aid first responders in dealing with major disasters in an entirely new way. Shape shifting robots CLARI is so small you can hold multiple of these robots in the palm of your hand.
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Microsoft Public Sector
AUGUST 31, 2023
Microsoft M odern Work, Security, Surface, AI Evangelist Slated to Speak at Upcoming Cloud Security and Compliance Event The Cloud Security and Compliance Series (CS2) , Summit 7's bi-annual conference series, is excited to announce Rodel Alejo , Director, Partner GTM Strategy Modern Work, Security, Surface and SMB Leader, as a CS2 speaker. This two-day conference is going to take place both in person at The Westin Hotel in Downtown Denver, CO, as well as virtually, on October 4th and 5th, 2023.
NLC (National League of Cities)
AUGUST 31, 2023
As city administrations consider incorporating emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) into their systems, its usage in their procurement procedures should be carefully considered. AI is a powerful new tool that can be beneficial, but also comes with ethical and security issues that public agencies will need to face.
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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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 31, 2023
Organizations that follow a progression of steps to achieve excellence in digital delivery may see improvements in effectiveness, productivity, and performance, as well as significant increases in speed.
AWS Public Sector Blog
AUGUST 31, 2023
Lire cet article en français. Government of Canada (GC) organizations handle sensitive data, such as citizens’ personal information and confidential documents, and take on the responsibility of appropriately securing and protecting this data from unauthorized access or disclosure. While encrypting data at rest using the latest encryption algorithms is an effective security measure, some organizations may have concerns when data needs to move from one location to another.
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NLC (National League of Cities)
AUGUST 31, 2023
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the landscape of work and local governments are by no means exempt. Cities, towns, and villages can harness the power of AI to draft resolutions, create social media content, summarize information for constituents, improve data-driven decision-making, and more.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 31, 2023
As players across the mobility ecosystem explore opportunities in automotive connectivity, dedicated business building is a powerful tool for capturing the full potential.
Community and Economic Development Program of UNC
AUGUST 31, 2023
The following are articles and reports on the web that the Community and Economic Development Program at the UNC School of Government shared through social media over the past month. Follow us on twitter or facebook to receive regular updates. Items of interest related to CED in North Carolina: NC Housing Finance Agency blog: Nearly One Million Low-Income North Carolinians Live in Unaffordable Housing.
GovLoop
AUGUST 31, 2023
The more you embrace a growth mindset, the quicker you’ll become at learning from your mistakes, according to an Inc. article rounding up recent neuroscience studies. Inc. defines a growth mindset as the belief that intelligence, ability, and talent can be learned and improved with effort. In contrast, a fixed mindset assumes we are born with some talents but not others, and we can’t do much to change that.
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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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 31, 2023
Keeping Europe’s automotive industry competitive requires not just a refined focus on existing strengths but also an acceleration of existing efforts.
Grant Central USA
AUGUST 31, 2023
In the dynamic world of grant writing, where opportunities for funding hinge on the ability to craft compelling proposals, achieving success requires more than just words on paper. It demands expertise, credibility, and a strategic edge that can set you apart. In this article, we'll explore how embracing the path of grant writing certification can elevate your career, empower your skills, and open doors to a world of new possibilities.
Social Pinpoint
AUGUST 31, 2023
Why is deliberative engagement important? Sometimes, people in a community are silenced or overlooked, which can lead to misunderstandings and the feeling of being dismissed. That’s why including people who might have knowledge of a specific community’s needs and concerns, can be beneficial for effective decision-making processes. This is where the role of deliberative engagement comes in.
Careers in Government
AUGUST 31, 2023
Most leaders do not value their employees’ need for respect, validation, and recognition of their contributions and instead only value results. The post Respect before Results appeared first on Careers in Government.
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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.
Grant Consulting Services, LLC
AUGUST 31, 2023
The grant lifecycle is an all-encompassing process that needs to be properly managed in order for all parties involved to be successful. Consider the grant award to be a partnership between the funder and your organization. The steps of this partnership include completing a goal that is beneficial to the organization as well as the community it serves.
Careers in Government
AUGUST 31, 2023
Businesses can use AI insights to understand whether current initiatives work and develop measures for improving diversity and equality. The post Equality at Work: Unleashing AI’s Power to Foster Inclusion in the Labor Market appeared first on Careers in Government.
NLC (National League of Cities)
AUGUST 31, 2023
Housing Supply Accelerator Convening, Tacoma WA | Jul 18, 2023 The Housing Supply Accelerator, a partnership between the National League of Cities (NLC) and American Planning Association (APA), is committed to addressing the nation’s housing shortage by improving local capacity, identifying critical solutions, and refining processes that align the efforts of public and private stakeholders […] Source
Careers in Government
AUGUST 31, 2023
There’s a rich variety of labor protection roles you can take on in the public sector. The post Protecting Labor Through the Public Sector: Essential Skills and Career Pathways appeared first on Careers in Government.
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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.
Open Access Government - Technology News
AUGUST 31, 2023
In the ever-evolving landscape of the modern world, the lens of technology has taken centre stage as a driving force of change. Technology has fundamentally reshaped our reality From how we communicate and work to how we interact with our surroundings. The convergence of creativity and innovation has been marked by the powerful combination of control – symbolised by Ctrl – and the boundless possibilities of technological advancement.
AWS Public Sector Blog
AUGUST 31, 2023
In 2021, US President Joe Biden signed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) that created the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP). Now in its second year, the SLCGP provides funding to eligible entities to address cybersecurity risks and threats to information systems owned or operated by, or on behalf of, state, local, or tribal governments.
The City Fix
AUGUST 31, 2023
Climate change is already having a significant impact on Africa’s ecosystems, economy and society. This year alone, 1.8 million Africans were displaced during a prolonged drought, the Democratic Republic of Congo experienced catastrophic flooding, and Cyclone Freddy left a trail of destruction in Malawi and Mozambique.
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