FedTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Kestrel, the Department of Energy’s newest supercomputer, has taken flight. The impressive machine would have never left the nest without Hewlett Packard Enterprise, the prime contractor responsible for bringing it to life. DOE tapped HPE in late 2021 to build the new platform to tackle ongoing renewable energy and energy-efficiency research. Kestrel will deliver more than five times faster performance, with 44 petaflops of computing power.

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GCN

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Officials say they could see an uptick in unemployment insurance claims, have trouble feeding low-income families and experience disruptions to air travel, among other things.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The 2023-24 United States Supreme Court Term officially kicked off on Monday, October 2. During this term, the court will hear several cases that could impact local governments and their operations.

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GCN

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

By increasing access to health insurance, including for immigrants lacking permanent legal status, states can reduce the burden of health care costs for communities.

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Advertiser: Noratek

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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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

A mapping exercise can help senior managers determine how best to bring employees with different priorities together to achieve common corporate goals.

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GCN

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Oklahoma law enforcement officers say the iPads offer telehealth services to connect distressed individuals with mental health professionals, reducing the number of hospitalizations and calls to 911 or 988.

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Google Public Sector

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Over the past few years, as the education sector has gone through transformative change, EdTech startups rose to meet new learner demands and helped address some of the biggest challenges in education. Today we’re experiencing another shift that’s just as transformational: the AI Revolution. Artificial intelligence is already changing how we work, live and learn, and it’s only just beginning.

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GCN

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

A new toolkit from a rural broadband association calls on local leaders to build partnerships, engage in community outreach, and emphasize digital literacy and cybersecurity skills among residents.

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FedTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

With a zero-trust deadline looming for civilian agencies, the increasing use of artificial intelligence and continuing threats from both nation-state and independent rogue actors, today’s federal IT influencers have a lot on their plates. 2024 adds another level of complexity as the presidential primary season nears. Facts often became victims of misinformation in 2020, and with four years of practice under their belts (and a changing social media landscape), those who want to use cyberspace as

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GCN

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

A new open-source flood risk model assesses communities' adaptive responses to flood events, which can help local governments prepare for flood intervention measures like altering development plans or elevating buildings.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In search of the best deals, US consumers are spreading out their spending across several months this holiday season. Here’s what that means for retailers.

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Partnership for Public Service

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

As the holiday season begins, the government is at risk of shutting its doors unless Congress passes necessary spending measures or another continuing resolution by Nov. 17. As excepted employees—those who perform jobs that affect our national health, safety, emergency response and other critical functions—air traffic controllers and Transportation Security Administration officers would have to work without pay if the government shuts down.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

As private equity firms enhance their approaches to diversity, equity, and inclusion, many still struggle to close important parity gaps.

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Careers in Government

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Solutions are created through collaboration, contribution, and cooperation. The post 10 Behaviors to Avoid When Talking About Tough Topics 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.

Local Government

GovPilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In the constantly evolving landscape of local governance, there has been significant pressure to embrace eco-friendly solutions to everyday problems. The change from the conventional “gray” infrastructure to the more sustainable “green” option can feel like a daunting task that may be impacted by community needs as well as budget constraints. However, integrating green infrastructure systems and features into your municipalities daily use can be a pragmatic and feasible approach to overcoming ma

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Careers in Government

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Teams in the public sector face some imposing challenges in the workforce. However, it’s possible to overcome all these obstacles. The post How to Identify and Address Staffing Challenges in Critical Public Sector Industries appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

By Dr. Krista Kurlinkus, Your Friendly Neighborhood Grant Whisperer Introduction Hey there, fellow grant enthusiasts! Ever wonder what goes on inside the minds of those elusive grant reviewers? Let’s break it down, and while we’re at it, let’s sprinkle in some real talk on how to avoid those all-too-common missteps. Part 1: Decoding the Reviewer’s Playbook Matching Vibes with Goals Reviewers aren’t just about the big ideas.

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Careers in Government

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

As a Career Coach, I advise against a job seeker waiting until January to find a new job The post Powerful Reasons Why Job Seekers Should Not Wait Until January 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.

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GovLoop

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

As more agencies than ever begin to embrace the benefits a multi-cloud environment can bring, they are also grappling with a few accompanying obstacles, including a lack of visibility on who is using it (and for what purpose) as well as the cost of its upkeep. Cloud FinOps is a financial management discipline that creates accountability around cloud usage to help your agency successfully budget for this tech.

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GovPilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The New Jersey Borough expands their partnership with the cloud-based government management software provider to streamline operations and constituent services throughout the municipality.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

By: Mark Shepherd, Mayor, Clearfield City, Utah and Chairman of the Finance, Administration and Intergovernmental Relations at the National League of Cities By now, I am confident there isn’t an elected official in the United States who isn’t aware of the State and Local Fiscal Relief Funds (SLFRF) program created under the American Rescue Plan […] Source

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GovPilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The NJ County expan ds their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services throughout the municipality.

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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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Google Public Sector

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Over the past four years, I’ve traveled the world meeting with current and potential Google Cloud customers and listening to their thoughts about the cloud and its future. It’s my team’s job to turn those thoughts into reality. What I have consistently heard is that while the cloud was once heralded as a flexible, elastic, pay-as-you-go technology, today it is at risk of being co-opted by legacy vendors who want to bring back 1990s-style restrictive software licensing, such as erecting barriers

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GovPilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The NJ Borough expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services throughout the municipality.

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Google Public Sector

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Google Cloud has a longstanding commitment to partnering with the U.S. government, helping agencies modernize technology systems, and shaping new frontiers in service delivery and mission success. Since establishing Google Public Sector last year, we've witnessed an ever-growing demand for cloud services as agencies leverage AI for critical work including improving cancer detection, transforming city services, and optimizing agency operations.

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GovPilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The NJ Borough expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services throughout the municipality.

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Advertiser: Noratek

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.

Local Government

State Tech Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

State and local agencies should harness the full benefits of their data centers to bolster citizen services using transformative solutions. For that to happen, CIOs and CTOs must start by analyzing, integrating and optimizing their current and planned use of data virtualization solutions. By virtualization, I mean solutions that empower IT data centers to run multiple independent computing sessions simultaneously on a single physical computer.

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GovPilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The NJ Township expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and constituent services in the municipality.

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GovLoop

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Under pressure to deliver services more quickly and securely, many agencies are struggling to grow their IT team and keep up with their constituents’ needs. Unfortunately, it can be challenging to find enough experts to do the work, and hiring those experts isn’t cheap. The only way to keep up is through network automation. How your agency automates is key, however.

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GovPilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The NJ Township expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services in the municipality.

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Speaker: Alan Kavanaugh, BA, CRM, CCPI ​​​​​​​Director of Loss Control & Risk Management

This session is designed to unveil the transformative potential of digital solutions in reshaping conventional practices, offering a roadmap towards greener and more efficient facilities regardless of municipality size. Attendees will learn: Insights into cutting-edge trends and strategies in sustainable facility management. Practical knowledge to effectively incorporate digital solutions for operational efficiency.

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