Disaster Zone blog

JUNE 8, 2023

Canada expected to create a disaster agency.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JUNE 8, 2023

Consumers already know what they want at the intersection of virtual and physical retail. It’s up to companies to evolve their strategies to capture growth and long-term value.

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The City Fix

JUNE 8, 2023

“Plastic kills, and the damages of plastic pollution have no borders. We cannot beat plastic pollution if we don’t tackle climate change, environmental loss and food crises at the same time.” That was the powerful message Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo.

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GovLoop

JUNE 8, 2023

Agencies need true cyber resilience: the ability to bounce back from any type of cyber event — from malicious attacks to network outages — without missing a beat. A modernized backup and recovery approach enables agencies to recover quickly and empowers them to not just keep systems running, but to also effectively support the business processes at the heart of an organization.

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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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GCN

JUNE 8, 2023

COMMENTARY | Game-based learning is a more effective way to train employees on the skills and processes they need to know for their current positions and to encourage them to upskill for their next jobs.

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GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

JUNE 8, 2023

Banks that loaned money for commercial real estate ventures may be feeling the pinch as many office and business spaces continue to sit vacant in the wake of COVID-19. According to recent reports, commercial real estate loans are seeing increases in.

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FedTech Magazine

JUNE 8, 2023

Federal IT and cybersecurity leaders have a little more than a year to meet specific goals laid out in a 2021 executive order that established a zero-trust strategy for the federal government. The plan they need to follow is even clearer now, thanks to an updated roadmap released by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency in April 2023.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JUNE 8, 2023

Social media comprises the applications and websites that allow people to interact with other users, businesses, communities, and content.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

JUNE 8, 2023

On May 24, the House Energy and Commerce Committee marked up 19 bills. One bill, H.R. 3557, the American Broadband Deployment Act of 2023, is of particular interest to local governments.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JUNE 8, 2023

With consumer expectations rising and regulatory scrutiny intensifying, pressure is mounting on consumer-packaged goods companies to ensure their supply chains are socially responsible.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

JUNE 8, 2023

Artificial intelligence is booming across all industry sectors, from software development to supply chain management and the metaverse – here are some AI trends for 2023 15% of all UK businesses have adopted at least one type of AI technology, and despite economic headwinds, AI startups have attracted over £3 billion in investment. This investment is planned to continue, with global GDP predicted to be up 14% higher in 2030 as a result of the growing adoption of AI trends.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JUNE 8, 2023

A data mesh can help large organizations manage data successfully—if it’s understood that implementing one involves more than technology considerations.

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State Tech Magazine

JUNE 8, 2023

Zero trust is based on the notion of “never trust, always verify.” This means that state and local governments should not assume that any user, device or application is safe, even if they are inside the network perimeter. Instead, government agencies should use a variety of security controls to verify every access request and enforce the principle of least privilege, which means granting users only the minimum access they need to perform their jobs.

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iGrantWriters

JUNE 8, 2023

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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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Librarian.net

JUNE 8, 2023

So it’s funny, I spent a lot of time “working my network” to try to find the right thing for me. I applied for a few jobs, had a few good interviews but no actual bites, put feelers out on social media. And, at the end of the day, the thing that wound up working for me was a random “Hey I’d really like to work here at the point at which you wind up having people working here” email.

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iGrantWriters

JUNE 8, 2023

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GovLoop

JUNE 8, 2023

The Problem The most important work for child welfare employees happens in the relationships with families and children. But too often, caseworkers experienced interruptions and impediments from building trust because of a paper-based system. The often-cited problems with paper-based, manual processes were all too familiar to caseworkers in Erie County, Pennsylvania.

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iGrantWriters

JUNE 8, 2023

Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Additional Information on Eligibility: This notice will result in a sole-source award to VCU. No other applications will be considered. Agency Name: Washington Headquarters Services Description: The Washington Headquarters Services, Acquisition Directorate (WHS/AD) is seeking a cooperative program application from the Virtual Curation Laboratory (VCU) to develop best practices

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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

JUNE 8, 2023

A whole-of-state cybersecurity approach brings together agencies at the city, county and state levels to create a brain trust, using their collective knowledge and experiences to subvert malicious attacks. How can your agency kickstart a whole-of-state approach? Advocate: The National Association of State Chief Information Officers state that “tight collaboration provides greater security across the state,” but because it’s a newer concept, IT leaders will need to articulate and evangelize

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iGrantWriters

JUNE 8, 2023

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GovLoop

JUNE 8, 2023

When it comes to digital services, many agencies are under pressure, as constituents expect the responsiveness of the public sector to mirror their private-sector experiences. The challenge? Agencies lack observability — actionable insight into how critical applications and systems are performing, especially as digital services move to the cloud.

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iGrantWriters

JUNE 8, 2023

Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Additional Information on Eligibility: This opportunity is restricted to non-federal partners of the Chesapeake Watershed Cooperative Ecosystems Studies Unit (CESU). Disclosures of current and pending support made in this application may render an applicant ineligible for funding.

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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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NLC (National League of Cities)

JUNE 8, 2023

On Monday, April 24, the Supreme Court granted two important First Amendment social media cases, Lindke v. Freed and O’Connor-Ratcliff v. Garnier, meaning they will both be heard before the court.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JUNE 8, 2023

Consumer behaviors are diverging in sometimes paradoxical directions. How can companies quickly detect—and respond to—these trends?

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GCN

JUNE 8, 2023

The Interoperability Institute will leverage AWS cloud services to accelerate health data sharing.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JUNE 8, 2023

There is power in data. From pop quizzes in grade school to global annual crop yields, data provides information to empower decision makers. But, in order for data to unleash its power, it must be analyzed, interpreted, and shared with those who need it. In March 2023, Management Information Systems Quarterly published an article highlighting how the Commonwealth of Virginia harnessed the power of data to save lives before, during, and after the pandemic.

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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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GCN

JUNE 8, 2023

A new study found alarming security vulnerabilities across the vast majority of public applications over the last year.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JUNE 8, 2023

Metastasis derives from Greek words for removal , or migral. Metastastic cancer—where tumor cells spread to sites far from the tissue of origin—accounts for over 90% of fatalities from cancer, the leading cause of death worldwide. Metastatic cancer presents a core challenge for modern oncology due to the high degree of variation that it can display on a genetic, molecular, or gross anatomic level compared to primary cancer — as well as the high degree of variation across patients in their diseas

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GCN

JUNE 8, 2023

Microsoft is opening up its commercial generative AI technology to public sector customers and partners.

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The Lowe Down

JUNE 8, 2023

Article by Armine Kardashyan and Weston Crewe Days before the US was expected to have its first ever default, Congressional Republicans and the White House negotiated a deal that lifted the debt ceiling and cut government spending. This was in part because the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) projections showed substantial deficits for the foreseeable future.

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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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