Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 10, 2023

You can scale your technology investments based on your facility and budget.

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GCN

JANUARY 10, 2023

Tribal advocates say the FCC’s maps are symbolic of wider, systemic issues, but help may be on the way via a new Virtual Tribal Broadband Office.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

JANUARY 10, 2023

City leaders across the U.S. are advancing community resilience strategies to adapt to more extreme weather. Preparing for wildfires, drought, flooding, sea level rise, extreme heat and other climate changes are now core considerations in the basic functions of local governments — from zoning codes to capital improvement programs.

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The City Fix

JANUARY 10, 2023

“I find it scary to cross this junction. I literally have to run to save my life,” says Varsha, a resident of Bengaluru in southern India who crosses the Balekundri Circle in the central part of the city every day.

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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.

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Professional Grant Writer

JANUARY 10, 2023

The grant budget is often a sticking point in grant writing, whether for a foundation or a large federal grant. Inexperienced grant writers. The post Aligning your grant narrative and grant budget appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2023

As cloud hyperscalers become an increasingly integral part of enterprise IT, more government agencies are adopting a multicloud approach by integrating two or more cloud environments to support their IT operations. Sometimes, IT leaders choose which cloud provider to use is based simply on which vendors are familiar. However, there are strategic reasons for why a particular cloud environment might be the best fit.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 10, 2023

When the times get tough, the tough get innovative and create paths to future growth.

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Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 10, 2023

Another “shields up” issue. Don’t believe your eyes and ears!

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GCN

JANUARY 10, 2023

Cincinnati aims to modernize its fleet using GPS that tracks vehicle location, collects engine data and improves communication among drivers and dispatch.

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Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 10, 2023

Then there are states banning TikTok from government devices.

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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.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 10, 2023

The world will need more sterile products than manufacturers have or can build capacity for. But they can create capacity and take market share by running higher volumes through their existing lines.

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The Market Urbanism Report

JANUARY 10, 2023

Publicly-traded companies have levels of efficiency and accountability not common in the public sector.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 10, 2023

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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State Tech Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2023

State governments are looking to minimize overhead costs, enhance performance and improve security, all while reducing the complexity of their networks. For many, SD-WAN — a software-defined approach to managing the network — offers a way forward. A virtual architecture that connects applications and users, it offers simplified management, policy templates and detailed performance reporting.

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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.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 10, 2023

Advances in biological science could help the world overcome its most pressing challenges in health and sustainability. Europe’s Bio Revolution could translate scientific strengths into impact.

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GCN

JANUARY 10, 2023

Maine’s governor has pledged that everyone in the state who wants high-speed internet will be able to get it by the end of 2024. In just one small, Down East town, that means installing 60 miles of fiber-optic cable.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 10, 2023

Fashion brands can forge stronger connections with this segment by pursuing four strategies.

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GovLoop

JANUARY 10, 2023

Agencies often see new technology as a broad remedy for their IT challenges, but that’s a misguided notion, said Craig Heartwell, Red Hat’s Managing Chief Architect for the North America Public Sector. Technology solutions are not silver bullets. “They only work on werewolves. There are no silver bullets in IT,” he said. Heartwell, whose firm specializes in open-source software, believes technology is actually an enabler that allows an agency’s people and processes to thrive, and he thinks

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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.

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Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

JANUARY 10, 2023

Here at NRPA, we are big proponents of continuous learning and professional development. On today’s episode, we discuss a comprehensive and unique professional development program focusing on proven revenue management and development techniques for park and recreation professionals. Revenue Development and Management School is an annual program taking place at the Oglebay Resort in Wheeling, West Virginia, in partnership with the National Training Center at Oglebay, and it is targeted towards ag

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GovLoop

JANUARY 10, 2023

At a time when there are more than 10 million open jobs in the United States, Ben Keenan keeps his ear to the ground about what’s happening in the government workforce. He serves as Chief Strategy Officer for the Human Resources Enterprise in Iowa’s Department of Administrative Services, following 15 years of privatesector experience. His concern isn’t just how many people are working, but who is working and what keeps them there — or keeps them away.

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GovPilot

JANUARY 10, 2023

Research shows that crime rates have risen throughout the United States during and beyond the pandemic. In both urban and rural communities, constituents and government officials alike, understand the serious threat that increased crime rates present to communities.

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GovLoop

JANUARY 10, 2023

Winter can be tough — on people and on the organizations they serve. It’s the height of flu season and, historically, cold weather is the favored stomping grounds of viruses in general. There are ways to support the people in your workplace, to help them be healthier and happier, and to keep your agency’s operations on track by keeping illnesses to a minimum.

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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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Iron Sharpens Iron

JANUARY 10, 2023

In this mini-episode, Iron Sharpens Iron hosts Leon and De'Wayne interview former Philadelphia poet laureate, Trapeta Mayson. She reads from her original poem, "In Spite of It All". In this mini-episode, Iron Sharpens Iron hosts Leon and De'Wayne interview former Philadelphia poet laureate, Trapeta Mayson. She reads from her original poem, "In Spite of It All".

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Princeton Public Library

JANUARY 10, 2023

What I remember most clearly is the sound. It was a tinkly, bright, happy sound. Each time I heard it I would dutifully turn the page of my book and […].

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The Market Urbanism Report

JANUARY 10, 2023

Publicly-traded companies have levels of efficiency and accountability not common in the public sector.

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Iron Sharpens Iron

JANUARY 10, 2023

In this mini-episode, Iron Sharpens Iron hosts Leon and De'Wayne interview former Philadelphia poet laureate, Trapeta Mayson. She reads from her original poem, "In Spite of It All" In this mini-episode, Iron Sharpens Iron hosts Leon and De'Wayne interview former Philadelphia poet laureate, Trapeta Mayson.

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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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