Center for Community Progress
JULY 31, 2023
It’s frustrating to look at your neighborhood and know that something is missing. Unfortunately, this disappointment is all too familiar in communities that have watched major industries leave, their populations shrink, and homes and storefronts become and stay abandoned. But far from throwing in the towel, intrepid artists and resident leaders are finding ways to fill the gaps in their communities.
Grant Training Center
JULY 31, 2023
The NIH closely scrutinizes the Data Management Plan (DMP) as a fundamental part of the grant application, for it demonstrates how data will be handled and generated during the research project. A well-crafted DMP reveals that the researcher has considered the full life cycle of the research data and is committed to sharing valuable resources with the scientific community, which enhances the impact and reproducibility of the research.
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State Tech Magazine
JULY 31, 2023
In June 2022, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul appointed Colin Ahern as the first chief cyber officer for the state. Previously, the governor established the state’s first Joint Security Operations Center and based it in Brooklyn. As chief cyber officer, Ahern manages cybersecurity threat assessment, mitigation and response for the state and across the interagency government enterprise.
FedTech Magazine
JULY 31, 2023
In 2023, the admonition to back up your data might seem as obvious as being told to lock your door or fasten your seatbelt. But a recent Veeam study found an astonishing 34 percent of IT leaders felt their cloud-hosted files were “durable” and didn't need to be backed up. While the cloud is well designed and resilient, it’s a fact that cloud providers usually shift the burden of data backups to customers that use their services.
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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
JULY 31, 2023
Every day stress: All of us experience it, but top performers manage it differently. Rob Cross talks about the ways small strains and nuisances accumulate to thwart well-being and productivity—and what to do about it.
Google Public Sector
JULY 31, 2023
Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to join public sector leaders to discuss a topic that is top of mind for everyone – generative AI. At our Generative AI Live + Labs event in Washington DC , we shared how this technology is already revolutionizing our lives in how we live and work. In government, this technology will help agencies accelerate mission outcomes and deliver services in entirely new ways.
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GovLoop
JULY 31, 2023
A new month means new chances to learn and grow in your career with our online professional development sessions. Here’s what August has in store for you. Aug. 2 – Your Innovation How-to: Get Real About Transformation True innovation is often small tweaks, tech improvements, and process changes that end up transforming your agency. Join us online Wednesday, Aug. 2 from 2-2:50 p.m.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JULY 31, 2023
Digital-twin technologies can help companies create better products faster. They could transform the work of product development too.
Princeton Public Library
JULY 31, 2023
We invite you to check out this month’s PPL Youth Services recommendations for activities, resources and new books in the library collection for children up to five years old and their families. Preschool Drive-In Join us on Monday, Aug. 7, at 10:30 a.m. in the library’s first-floor Community Room for our Preschool Drive-In!
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JULY 31, 2023
Designing a strategy that is robust under a range of future scenarios can help energy and materials companies create value in volatile times.
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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.
GovLoop
JULY 31, 2023
The choice of a new platform, app or automation must be driven by the value for constituents and how well-suited the new technology is to their abilities and needs. As you analyze the issues your CX upgrade will address, think about your constituents’ everyday lived experiences. What can they use, based on the technology and connectivity they have? Consider the entire population, not only those with access to state-of-the-art technology.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JULY 31, 2023
As organizations rapidly deploy generative AI tools, survey respondents expect significant effects on their industries and workforces.
Rebuilding Place in Urban Space
JULY 31, 2023
In " Revisiting the need for comprehensive transportation planning at the metropolitan and regional scales | For profit services, and White's Ferry, Montgomery and Loudoun Counties " I discussed how the private ferry between Montgomery County Maryland and Loudoun County Virginia hadn't been acknowledged as a "transit service" in those counties respective master transportation plans, and when conditions changed, leading to closure, they had no quick way of responding.
GovLoop
JULY 31, 2023
Legacy IT looks different from agency to agency. Some organizations haven’t fully embraced the cloud; others still run key operations on Windows XP. But all organizations in need of modern technology have challenges to overcome. According to Sam O’Daniel, Vice President of Civilian Sales with TVAR Solutions, which works with IT partners such as Dell Technologies to help agencies meet their transformation needs, those obstacles include antiquated workflows and procurement processes.
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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.
The Stoop (NYU Furman Center)
JULY 31, 2023
In the past, certain cities and towns in the Golden State have struggled to produce enough new units to meet the state’s needs. But in recent years, California’s state government has stepped in to accelerate housing production by reforming zoning regulations, removing some of the red tape that has slowed production, and cracking down on localities that have historically resisted densifying.
GovPilot
JULY 31, 2023
Vacant property management is pivotal in combating blight and driving economic development. If left unattended, abandoned properties can become breeding grounds for crime and urban decay, negatively impacting communities.
Open Access Government - Technology News
JULY 31, 2023
As the UK approaches the planned shutdown of the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN), businesses seek innovative solutions to ensure uninterrupted and efficient communication Among the transformative technologies on the horizon, 5G stands out as a potential game-changer. In this article, we delve into the analysis of Britain’s current 5G connectivity and availability ahead of the PSTN switch-off and explore its implications for business communication.
Grant Writing Made Easy
JULY 31, 2023
In a rapidly changing economy and job market, the transition from traditional employment to independent consulting is becoming increasingly appealing and common. This transition holds particular promise for individuals in specialized writing fields like grant writing, where conventional roles offer limited potential for growth and less than a living wage.
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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
JULY 31, 2023
The New Jersey City selects GovPilot as provider of cloud-based government management software to streamline operations and constituent services
Grant Consulting Services, LLC
JULY 31, 2023
The post GPA Statement on The GPA Code of Ethics and Artificial Intelligence – June 2023 first appeared on Grant Consulting Services, LLC.
Google Public Sector
JULY 31, 2023
Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to join public sector leaders to discuss a topic that is top of mind for everyone – generative AI. At our Generative AI Live + Labs event in Washington DC , we shared how this technology is already revolutionizing our lives in how we live and work. In government, this technology will help agencies accelerate mission outcomes and deliver services in entirely new ways.
Partnership for Public Service
JULY 31, 2023
Recent polling by the Partnership for Public Service shows that positive experiences with federal services may help drive trust in government but that negative experiences appear to affect trust more strongly. These findings, highlighted in our 2021 and 2022 polls on public trust in government, raise questions about the overall relationship between the federal customer experience and public faith in federal institutions—a key issue examined in the President’s Management Agenda.
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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
Grant Consulting Services, LLC
JULY 31, 2023
Grants & AI: The New Normal New technological advances can be awe inspiring. From solar and wind power, to flying cars and the Internet, countless ways are created and used to advance humanity. In the world of grantmaking, changes are inevitable as the funding landscape continues to shift. Nonprofits are investigating new strategies to help meet the changing needs of people in their communities.
California Department of Technology
JULY 31, 2023
July 31, 2023 – The California Department of Technology (CDT) finalized an agreement with Siskiyou Telephone Company (Siskiyou Tel) to construct 163 miles of fiber optic cable as part of California’s statewide Middle-Mile Broadband Initiative. CDT secured a $52 million contract with Siskiyou Tel to build the 163 miles of high-speed, 288-fiber-count optical cable and install the necessary infrastructure.
AWS Public Sector Blog
JULY 31, 2023
One of the best examples of “ big data ” is weather data. Because weather data is geospatial and also has a time component, even working with a single measurement (such as temperature) over time and space can result in extraordinarily large sets of data. For example, consider a raster dataset that contains temperature data, stored hourly for each location on an imaginary grid across the Earth that is 3600 units wide and 1801 units high.
Super Library Marketing
JULY 31, 2023
Photo courtesy Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library My co-worker Yaika recently returned from StokerCon with an amazing library marketing story. Yaika was on a panel. The organizers of the panel brought about 700 Advanced Reader copies, or ARCs, to the session. An ARC is a version of a book that is made available before the official publication date.
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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.
The Stoop (NYU Furman Center)
JULY 31, 2023
State and local policymakers around the country are working to address America’s severe housing shortage, by considering, and implementing, a wide range of policies in the hopes of increasing housing supply. A new series of seven papers published by the NYU Furman Center, with funding from the Pew Charitable Trust, shows how specific land use reforms have affected outcomes on the ground, especially in residential areas.
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