Wed.Mar 29, 2023

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How to improve security with an employee emphasis

Open Access Government - Technology News

We must improve security because the impacts of human error on cybersecurity can be immense, and one small slip-up can have disastrous impacts One small slip-up or moment of personal irresponsibility can cause havoc for even the most robust organisations. An incident involving Sellafield nuclear power plant earlier this year served as a reminder of the risks posed by employees’ actions.

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How Congress Can Help Water Systems Become Smarter and More Resilient

State Tech Magazine

The challenges facing the nation’s community water systems are vast and ever-expanding. It’s not enough that utilities across the country need to monitor for scores of contaminants and oversee broad water distribution networks. In recent years, they’ve been forced to develop strategies to maintain operations in the face of new threats posed by climate change, extreme weather and cybercriminals.

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Federal Payment Errors, Known As Improper Payments, Are A Continuing Concern

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

The federal government reported an estimated $247 billion in payment errors during the most recently completed fiscal year (FY 2022). These errors include overpayments or payments that should not have been made—for example, payments to deceased.

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Taking fear out of innovation

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The risk and ambiguity inherent in innovation can make employees shy away from it. Creating an innovation culture where risk-taking is embraced must start at the top.

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The Ultimate Playground Inspection Handbook

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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Addressing the intersection of climate change and health with new Halcyon fellowship: Apply now

AWS Public Sector Blog

When many think of climate change, they often think of floods, fires, droughts, and ecosystem collapse. However, the impacts of climate change spread far beyond natural disasters. Climate change is also a significant factor in many health-related issues, from the increase of pest-related illness, to food scarcity, access to clean air and water, and beyond.

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How to Manage Your Library’s Social Media Promotions in Ten Minutes a Day!

Super Library Marketing

Watch the video here The #LibraryMarketing Show, Episode 183: Are you the only person handling your library’s social media promotions? Do you have about 1000 other tasks you need to complete at work each day? You don’t have to sacrifice your library’s social media presence just because you’re short on time. In this episode, I’ll show you how to manage library social media in ten minutes a day or less!

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Private equity turns to resiliency strategies for software investments

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

As CIOs report shifts in software spending, investors may want to refocus their efforts on growing opportunities in cybersecurity, data and analytics, and automation.

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Tech innovations get tryout in regulatory sandboxes

GCN

By temporarily waiving regulations over new technology, states can evaluate how existing laws can impact entrepreneurs and economic development.

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April top 5 for under 5

Princeton Public Library

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. Outdoor Storytime Outdoor Storytime is back! Beginning April 18, join Youth Services staff every Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m.

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How an inclusive work environment attracts, retains tech workers

GCN

An inclusive IT staff helps Detroit close workforce gaps and bridge the digital divide.

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7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities

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.

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Innumeracy and the affordable housing discussion

Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

The Salt Lake Tribune has an article, " Utah needs 41,000 units of affordable housing. Robert Gehrke explains how the state aims to help ," on how the State of Utah is increasing its commitment to addressing the lack of supply of affordable housing, by increasing the amount of tax credits available, from $1 million to $10 million per year, for the next 10 years, totaling $100 million.

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'New threats' to national security are created by emerging tech, DHS chief says

GCN

While innovative tools such as drones and AI can help agencies improve operations, they also open doors for bad actors to weaponize emerging technology.

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A New, Centralized Server Fuels Digital Exhibits at the Renovated National Air and Space Museum

FedTech Magazine

The National Air and Space Museum’s ongoing, multiyear renovation saw its Washington, D.C., facility transition to a large, central server that feeds all of its digital exhibits. Before the renovation, interactives were powered at their locations within the museum, but now the IT infrastructure extends up to the galleries. The museum has welcomed about 350 million visitors since its construction on the National Mall in 1976, but renovations became necessary when a 2011 earthquake cracked its ext

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Re: SharePoint Integrations with Power Automate and Power Apps to GCC Tenants

Microsoft Public Sector

Where are we today with this in 2023?

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Sustainable Facility Maintenance Management for Small Local Governments

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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Partnerships and improved data may bolster U.S. weather predictions

GCN

Data collection enabled by cross-sector partnerships can help states better predict and prepare for disastrous weather events.

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