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How Passwordless Authentication Supports Zero Trust

State Tech Magazine

State and local government agencies carry the heavy burden of collecting and managing large amounts of sensitive data to bring essential services to citizens. Naturally, they want to be on the cutting edge of cybersecurity, which is where the zero-trust security model comes in. And now, we’re seeing an innovation that could bolster zero trust’s already formidable defenses: passwordless authentication.

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House rejects an increase to the SALT cap

GCN

Election-year politics derailed an effort to raise the amount in state and local taxes married couples could deduct. Local governments argued an increase in the cap would help “hardworking American families facing higher federal tax bills.

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Heirs’ Property and Its Effects on Black Land Ownership in Cities

NLC (National League of Cities)

By Houston City Councilmember Tiffany D. Thomas Black Americans have a complicated relationship with land ownership, pointing back to Special Order No. 15, issued January 16, 1865, which intended to redistribute 400,000 acres (about half the area of Yosemite National Park) of land and a loaned mule to formerly enslaved people in forty-acre partitions.

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What technology trends are shaping the mobility sector?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Technological innovation is transforming every aspect of the mobility sector, and more companies are beginning to investigate disruptive technology. A McKinsey analysis identifies the trends to watch.

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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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Oregon’s drug decriminalization aimed to make cops a gateway to rehab, not jail. State leaders failed to make it work.

GCN

Just over three years since Oregon voters passed Ballot Measure 110, elected officials want to repeal key elements, blaming the law for open drug use and soaring overdoses. But it’s their own hands-off approach that isn’t working, advocates say.

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Shop Talk at the Garage featuring Maria Roat and Renee Wynn

Microsoft Public Sector

Brought to you by Planet Technologies and Microsoft , "Shop Talk" is a new event series designed to elevate conversation and build community around the effective use of Microsoft tools and technology to drive maximum public sector impact. Join us Thursday, February 22, 2024 , to hear from esteemed special guests Maria Roat, former Deputy Federal Chief Information Officer and Renee Wynn, former NASA Chief Information Officer, as they reflect on their experiences leading transformative government

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Better Visibility and Control Through Zero Trust

GovLoop

For the Defense Department (DoD), implementing zero-trust cybersecurity principles are an absolute must to protect against vulnerabilities and to continuously monitor evolving threats. The DoD needs to ensure that their personnel are properly trained, since about a third of cyber-related threats come from the inside. Controlling access and privileges for users and devices on its networks is another must, ensuring that devices are secured and that network identities don’t have unnecessary privile

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Real-world experiments in messaging show that getting low-income people the help they need is more effective when stigma is reduced

GCN

COMMENTARY | The stigma around poverty and government benefits can make those initiatives less effective.

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?2 Concrete Ideas To Boost Circulation and Prove Your Value Through Specific Library Promotions

Super Library Marketing

Watch this video now #LibraryMarketing Show, episode 228 A new study about books and publishing reveals two concrete action steps you can take to prove the value of your library and increase circulation! Those steps are revealed in this episode. Plus, kudos go to a library that received coverage for an event on Yahoo News! Do you have a suggestion for a topic for a future episode?

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NEW SPECIAL ISSUE BLOG SERIES ON POLICY EXPERTISE IN TIMES OF CRISIS. BLOG 4: The promise and performance of data ecosystems: Australia’s COVID-19 response

Policy & Politics Journal blog

Special issue blog series on Policy Expertise in Times of Crisis Cosmo Howard and Bernadette Hyland-Wood COVID-19 showed the world that statistical data are indispensable for government decision making, especially in times of crisis.

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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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How healthcare organizations can fulfill compliance standards with AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

To modernize their healthcare infrastructure and improve data security, Bavarian hospital Fachklinikum Mainschleife , in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) Partner Kite Consult and consulting firm Oberender AG , undertook a massive initiative: the migration of their entire IT infrastructure to AWS. With this move, Fachklinikum Mainschleife achieved a major change to the security, data encryption, and compliance of its on-premises architecture.

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Online Forms – The Good, the Bad, the Ugly

GovLoop

Digital forms have been a welcome replacement for government agencies and constituents alike, but shifting from paper to online processes does come with unique challenges. Hollie Bodiford-Taylor, Office of the Commissioner, Office of the Chief Scientist, Office of Laboratory Safety U.S., Food and Drug Administration, offered insight on why and how to successfully make the transition to digital forms during the latest CX Community of Practice on Feb. 12.

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4 steps EdTechs can take to grow their profitability on AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

The education technology (EdTech) sector is rapidly evolving, leveraging the latest technical capabilities to continuously improve student learning and institutional objectives. The sector received huge investment from venture capital, private equity firms, and IPOs (initial public offerings) on the back of the rise in hybrid learning. However, as HolonIQ reports in its 2024 Global Education Outlook , funding sources slowed across the board in 2023, dropping 59% from 2022 levels.

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Disaster Zone Podcast: Crisis Communications as Damage Control

Disaster Zone blog

Tips from a communications Pro.

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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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Protecting a Moving Target: Why Network Visibility Is the Foundation to a Strong Cyber Defense

GovLoop

Over the years, federal networks have become more complex. Cloud technology has replaced in-house infrastructure. Employees conduct work on their personal computers. And, thanks to the Internet of Things, a proliferation of “smart” devices connect to agency systems. Agencies largely know about the equipment they manage, but the unmanaged devices are much harder to see and secure, said Jean Schaffer, Federal Chief Technology Officer with Corelight, a network detection and response (NDR) platform

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Cracking the Code: Open-Source Tools and the Evolution of Digital Forensics

Government Technology Insider

Cybercrime and a growing reliance on computers and cloud computing are propelling the global digital forensics market on an unprecedented growth path. In the next two years, the digital forensics market growth is projected at 18.90 percent compound annual growth from 2023 to 2035. By 2035, the market revenue is expected to reach USD 86 billion, a leap from its USD 11 billion worth in 2022.

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NHS Wireless Trials Programme is set to speed up patient connectivity

Open Access Government - Technology News

NHS England has announced the allocation of £1 million across seven trusts as part of its Wireless Trials programme The Wireless Trials Programme uses cutting-edge, technology to revolutionise healthcare delivery, prioritising patient experience and optimising staff efficiency. Who will receive this funding? Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is among those who will receive this funding for this new approach.

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Learn How Local Transportation Can Improve Upward Mobility With GovPilot

GovPilot

In the limited budgets afforded to government agencies , officials may find difficulty in assessing where funds need to be allocated. Local governments center their concerns around the prosperity and success of their community but these efforts may be short-sighted. While things like education, highways and roads, and social service programs are lifeline by government funding, there are unsung heroes in the assessment of what makes a great community.

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ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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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Building a resilient tomorrow: Concrete actions for global leaders

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Leaders need to move toward putting resilience into action.

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Jersey City, NJ Deployed Mobile Food Vendor License Alongside Additional Modules With GovPilot

GovPilot

Jersey City, NJ expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services in the municipality.

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AFCEA West: Advice for Defense IT to Balance Speed, Security in the Digital Age

GovCast

The Defense Department is undergoing largescale modernization efforts that require close attention to building the infrastructure that delivers information quickly, but also securely. Digital transformation in government requires a mindset that considers all aspects of the organization, partners and stakeholders. While at AFCEA West in San Diego, Equinix Senior Director of Segment Marketing for the Americas D.R.

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Maplewood, NJ Deployed Cannabis License Module Alongside Additional Modules With GovPilot

GovPilot

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

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Proactive vs Reactive Maintenance: Making the Case for Preparedness

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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AFCEA West: The Navy is Rethinking IT Infrastructure Supporting Warfighter Capabilities

GovCast

The Navy’s systems and data operations exist in a challenging environment that requires strong identity management to secure threats, partnerships across the Defense Department and technology innovation. At AFCEA West, Navy CIO Jane Rathbun discusses how the service is avoiding common pain points in modernization and introducing more structure, data and flexibility.