Microsoft Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Windows and Microsoft 365 IT admins in the public sector can now access essential information about known issues for Windows updates and related announcements in the Microsoft 365 admin center. Eligible Government Community Cloud (GCC) tenants will now find Windows release health in the admin center, an experience created to offer the information you need to roll out Windows feature updates and monthly quality updates effectively and keep your environment up to date.

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Disaster Zone blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Another new program!

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State Tech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

On the New York City subway, crime rose 30 percent in 2022. In Washington, D.C., the Metro Transit Police Department reported a 125 percent increase in crime across its fleet of buses and trains. And in Los Angeles, crime occurring on transit properties rose 14 to 16 percent above pre-pandemic levels. Video surveillance systems “aid in the deterrence and detection of security threats,” according to the American Public Transportation Association.

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GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

When we think of artificial intelligence, we often imagine something torn from the pages of a science fiction novel. There’s truth to that. But agencies also use AI in less conspicuous ways — to accelerate backend tasks and secure IT networks, for instance — and constituents often have no idea when AI makes decisions about their lives. According to Deloitte, 60% of current government investments in AI and data analytics are intended to directly impact real-time operational decisions and outcomes

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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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Disaster Zone blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

There are all types of disaster research going on today.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Most capital projects overrun schedules and exceed budgets. A new delivery system for capital expenditures can help reduce costs and increase efficiency for green tech projects.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Aerodei CEO Netta Jenkins explains why shortfalls in inclusion efforts can impact your company’s bottom line, and what you can do to create a more inclusive workplace.

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GovPilot

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In local governance, few departments face challenges as intricate and ever-evolving as zoning and planning. Balancing the aspirations of a community with the complexities of land use regulations can be a herculean task. But in the digital age, a glimmer of hope emerges.

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Citizen Lab

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Harnessing the full power of your community engagement platform requires effective moderation. This ensures vibrant, inclusive dialogue and boosts trust. Dive into best practices to enhance the quality and productivity of the conversations on your platform. The post Ensuring constructive conversations: Best practices for moderation of a community engagement platform appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog.

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Public Sector Future

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Join guest host Colleen Elliott as she engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Joseph Atick, Executive Chairman of ID4Africa. Together, they delve into the impactful work of ID4Africa, a pioneering movement dedicated to propelling digital identity adoption across the African continent. Explore their insights into the evolving landscape of identity in the age of digital innovation and its promising future.

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CarahCast

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In this podcast, Mike Hofer, SAP Executive HXM Value Advisor, and Dan Hopkins, Eightfold.AI Global Public Sector VP, review emerging trends in HR and discuss how integrating SAP and Eightfold.AI technologies improve employee experiences in the public sector. In this podcast, Mike Hofer, SAP Executive HXM Value Advisor, and Dan Hopkins, Eightfold.AI Global Public Sector VP, review emerging trends in HR and discuss how integrating SAP and Eightfold.AI technologies improve employee experiences in t

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Partnership for Public Service

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Artificial intelligence is rapidly permeating the world around us, and our government cannot get left behind.   The Partnership for Public Service developed its AI Federal Leadership Program to educate members of the Senior Executive Service and GS-15 employees on developing and executing a vision for AI in their agencies. The program, with support from sponsors Microsoft and Google, convenes federal leaders across government to learn proven leadership lessons, discuss their agencies’ needs and

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Public Sector Future

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Join guest host Colleen Elliott as she engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Joseph Atick, Executive Chairman of ID4Africa. Together, they delve into the impactful work of ID4Africa, a pioneering movement dedicated to propelling digital identity adoption across the African continent. Explore their insights into the evolving landscape of identity in the age of digital innovation and its promising future.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

The undergraduate students from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) didn’t just build a race car from scratch—they built a world-record-holding solar electric race car: the Sunswift 7. In three years, they engineered everything from the aerodynamic design to the software used to run the car. After going live with their telemetry system on Amazon Web Services (AWS), the racing team set a new Guinness World Record for the World’s Fastest Electric Vehicle going over 1,000km (621 miles) on a si

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GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to find valuable new insights in your data. But to make the most of it, your data, and your organization, must be ready. “When change occurs, I typically look at that three-point triangle: processes, people and technology,” said Winston Chang, Chief Technology Officer for Global Public Sector at Snowflake, which provides a single, global platform that powers the data cloud.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Successful digital transformation depends on being able to work across silos, which are a common feature of central and regional government agencies. Composability is a system design principle that describes how to create collaboration and interoperable processes to navigate silos. Though originally a tech term used to describe the ability of technology components to connect together, composability increasingly refers to how the pieces of a government process that live in different departments c

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Grant Central USA

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of professional development, webinars have become a preferred method of learning. Particularly in the field of grant writing, there is a plethora of both free and paid webinars available. But the question lingers - are paid webinars worth the investment? This topic has stirred up considerable debate, with some advocating for the exclusive insights offered by paid webinars, while others argue that free webinars can provide equal value.

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GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Can you believe that September is already here? With a new month comes new professional development opportunities to take advantage of. Please join us at the following events – we can’t wait to see you there! How Can Machine Learning Make Your Job Easier? Many agencies are exploring the possible use of AI and machine learning to change their employee’s workday for the better.

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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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