Government Technology Insider
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
In today’s government IT budget landscape, there are numerous challenges that pose serious challenges. From shrinking budgets to increased regulation of how dollars are spent, there are issues for IT departments among the nation’s agencies. There are, however, just as many ways for them to overcome federal IT spend constraints with the help of multi-domain architectures.
NLC (National League of Cities)
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
New federal community electric vehicle (EV) charging grants will soon be available to help communities add new EV charging locations as the number of EVs on the roads grows. The U.S.
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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
The ‘resilience agenda,’ developed by the World Economic Forum with McKinsey & Company, is the first serious program to coordinate long-term solutions throughout our disrupted world.
State Tech Magazine
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
The City of Baltimore is refining an artificial intelligence tool that helps prioritize vacant buildings for emergency demolition, specifically working to better recognize roof damage. Using geographic information systems aerial imagery, the tool looks for dark black pixels by parcel. However, doing so by building outline rather than parcel would reduce the number of shadows mistaken for roof damage.
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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
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
McKinsey research identified more than 30 measures that smallholder farmers can pursue to adapt to and mitigate climate change.
FedTech Magazine
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
The Defense Information Systems Agency’s Workforce 2025 plan aims to assign personnel with the requisite education and training to the right positions, said the agency’s director. Speaking Tuesday at the AFCEA Rocky Mountain Cyberspace Symposium, Lt. Gen. Robert Skinner said DISA will dedicate resources to recruiting talent at the high school and college levels, in part through internships, then developing employees professionally.
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NLC (National League of Cities)
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Raleigh’s Office of Strategy and Innovation may be new, but the city’s innovation ecosystem has been developing for years. Over a decade ago, thought leaders and visionaries convened at the first Innovate Raleigh Summit under the leadership of then councilmember Mary-Ann Baldwin and Dr.
Disaster Zone blog
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
A news report on what happened in the air and in the water.
GCN
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Local leaders say they need buy-in from users as well as partners who can walk them through modernization.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Record numbers of women leaders are leaving their jobs. Research reveals what’s behind the “great breakup”—and how employers can reverse the trend.
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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.
GCN
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Fully representative datasets are crucial for creating accurate narratives and targeted interventions.
Disaster Zone blog
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Politics are giving the incident legs.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
While Vietnamese consumers remain among the most optimistic about their economy in 2023, significant groups also expect lower income levels and higher prices.
GCN
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
A new report from the Partnership for Public Service highlights how agencies have capitalized on cloud technology and how those lessons can help others evolve.
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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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
A new report from McKinsey Global Institute finds that U.S. productivity growth has slowed in the last 15 years to 1.4% annual growth (as compared to long-term rates of 2.2% since 1948). It also found striking variations in productivity among leading and lagging firms within each sector — a gap that is only widening, write Charles Atkins, Austosh Padhi, and Olivia White in Harvard Business Review.
GCN
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
The tech giant is set to expand TechSpark to all 50 states as it looks to grow place-based economic development opportunities through digital skills training.
Careers in Government
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Are you a current resident in Richmond, Va, or looking to relocate to the area? Richmond is a wonderful city to live in, and full of opportunities for career growth. One of the best ways to advance in your career is by landing a government job. With the right experience, background, abilities, and knowledge, anyone […] The post Employment Exclusive: How to Find Government Jobs in Richmond, VA appeared first on Careers in Government.
FedTech Magazine
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Space Force acquisition teams want to balance functionality with security in the IT and network infrastructure under development in order to become the “first digital force,” according to the U.S. Space Systems Command’s CIO. Speaking Wednesday at the Rocky Mountain Cyberspace Symposium 2023, Col. Jennifer Krolikowski said Space Force just launched a project to create a digital backbone for its acquisition mission, from devices to the cloud.
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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.
GovPilot
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Unlike the Federal Government, which can and does run a large budget deficit, most local governments are legally required to prepare a balanced budget. Because local governments cannot spend more than they’ve budgeted each year, preparing a budget is one of their most critical jobs.
Barrett & Greene
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
On Tuesday evening, we got a phone call to tell us that Harry P. Hatry, the renowned, respected and remarkable leader in the world of #performancemanagement had died, at age 92, from complications that followed a case of pneumonia. That call came from his life partner, Carol Lee Rubin, who went on to tell us that Harry had asked that we write an obituary for him, when the time came.
zencity
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
If a new park has been built and no one knows about it, does the park exist? We don’t mean to get too philosophical here; the answer is obviously yes, the park exists. But if the community doesn’t know about it, the park might remain empty, and residents will be left wondering how their tax dollars are spent or just oblivious to the new green space they could enjoy.
GCN
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Local election officials are encouraged to beef up their cybersecurity practices to safeguard their voting systems against potential threats heading into the 2024 presidential race.
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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
GovLoop
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
We recently called for a new slate of featured contributors, and we received applications from many talented individuals who wanted to join our select group. We’ve now officially kicked off our 30th cohort of the Featured Contributors program and we’re excited to share their insights with the GovLoop community. Read on to meet the writers who will contribute two articles each month until July.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
The power of spoken word can be a messenger for change.
GCN
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Organizations should consider the costs—and ethics—of implementing an artificial intelligence-enabled workforce.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
European telco operators face a critical growth challenge. Delayering businesses to focus on meeting that challenge could prove to be the most effective response.
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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.
Public Sector Future
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
In this episode, guest host AT Ball speaks to Retired Vice Admiral Ann E. Rondeau, President of the Naval Postgraduate School. Rondeau offers an inside look into how defense organizations can adopt digital tools and adapt with emerging technology. AT Ball [host] | LinkedIn Ann E. Rondeau [guest] | LinkedIn Microsoft Public Sector Center of Expertise for more information and transcripts of all episodes Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at aka.
Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
The March issue of Parks & Recreation magazine is out now, and on today’s bonus episode of Open Space Radio, we’re diving deeper into one of this month’s articles, “From Lifeguard to First Responder.” I’m joined today by the author, Craig Pattenaude, the marketing and communication specialist for Cosumnes Community Services District (CSD) Parks and Recreation, as well as Cole Munsey, who Craig highlights in his article.
Public Sector Future
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
In this episode, guest host AT Ball speaks to Retired Vice Admiral Ann E. Rondeau, President of the Naval Postgraduate School. Rondeau offers an inside look into how defense organizations can adopt digital tools and adapt with emerging technology. AT Ball [host] | LinkedIn Ann E. Rondeau [guest] | LinkedIn Microsoft Public Sector Center of Expertise for more information and transcripts of all episodes Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at aka.
AWS Public Sector Blog
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
As part of the Amazon Sustainability Data Initiative (ASDI) , Amazon Web Services (AWS) invited Seán Lynch, the founder of OpenLitterMap , to share how AWS technologies and open data are helping to solve global challenges like biodiversity loss and plastic pollution with citizen science. Solutions like OpenLitterMap help unlock the potential that a global abundance of technology has for the collection and dissemination of pertinent data that is an instrumental part of positive social change.
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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