McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Generative AI has the potential to widen the racial economic gap in the United States by $43 billion each year. But deployed thoughtfully, it could actually remove barriers to Black economic mobility.
GCN
DECEMBER 19, 2023
The Federal Highway Administration released long-awaited updates to its manual for traffic signs and road design. The newest edition comes as the country is in the throes of a major upswing in roadway deaths.
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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Elevated interest rates weigh on consumer confidence; central banks hold rates, except in Brazil (down) and Russia (up); inflation subsiding for now and is negative in China; growth subdued in Europe.
Open Access Government - Technology News
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Suzanne Wait and Catherine Whicher from The Health Policy Partnership discuss the opportunities to improve populations’ wellbeing and access to care by harnessing innovative digital health tools and technologies Digital technologies are widely seen as a core component of advanced health systems around the world but are less often recognised for their role in advancing more equitable and effective care in lower-resourced regions.
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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.
GCN
DECEMBER 19, 2023
COMMENTARY | We must overhaul dysfunctional municipal permitting systems and utility connection processes if we expect to install close to 7 million electric vehicle charging stations by 2035.
State Tech Magazine
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Municipal regulations can sometimes be a tangled mess that requires a lot of time to unravel. Take the case of a property owner in an unincorporated part of a theoretical town in Pennsylvania. Say this homeowner has a septic tank on their property and now wants to sell it. They become aware that the town not long ago enacted an ordinance requiring homeowners to upgrade their leach fields to residential water treatment facilities to protect nearby wildlife in a state or city park area.
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FedTech Magazine
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Well aware of complaints about the state of office technology across the defense and intelligence sectors, CIOs are taking steps to refresh as much tech as possible to improve user experience. The Defense Department recently stood up a new user experience portfolio management office, run by Savanrith “Savan” Kong, which has been charged with fixing UX shortcomings.
NLC (National League of Cities)
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Housing Supply Accelerator Convening The Housing Supply Accelerator, a partnership between the National League of Cities (NLC) and the American Planning Association (APA), is dedicated to locally driven housing supply solutions.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Lunar landings made headlines this summer after India’s successful uncrewed mission to the moon’s south pole. More countries and U.S. companies are also planning moonshots. In the U.S., moon landing may seem old hat—a space race won in the 1960s. But.
GovLoop
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Whether it’s a missed deadline, unprofessional behavior or maybe even a commitment issue, there are certain behaviors that supervisors have to hold their employees accountable for. Treva Smith (Deputy Director, National Geospatial-Intelligence College, United States Department of Defense) and Taka Ariga (Chief Data Scientist and Director, GAO Innovation Lab) were on hand during the December 18 Community of Practice session to offer insight on the best practices for addressing behaviors early and
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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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.
GCN
DECEMBER 19, 2023
A national group retracted its assertion that organized retail crime stole half of missing merchandise.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 19, 2023
For retailers, battling shrink requires a data-informed, collaborative, store-by-store approach. The payoff: higher profits and better customer experience.
Disaster Zone blog
DECEMBER 19, 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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 19, 2023
The healthcare services sector has seen rapid growth over recent years. Despite the challenges organizations may face in 2024, opportunities for the sector still abound.
GCN
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Amid an uncertain legal landscape, lawmakers are finding new ways to electrify buildings.
NLC (National League of Cities)
DECEMBER 19, 2023
As the countdown to 2024 begins, it is important for local governments, of all sizes and geographies, to keep an eye on key trends impacting their communities.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Five considerations for payer executives as they navigate potential challenges in 2024 and position themselves for future growth.
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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
DECEMBER 19, 2023
The successful operation of local governments is dependent on the cooperation of many different facets and departments , all of which likely hire independently from each other. Many local government departments have workers who have held their positions for years, and sometimes the entirety of their career. These workers often resort to traditional or sometimes even inefficient methods in the workplace as a result of limited exposure to modern technology during their formative professional years
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Health systems may face a challenging year ahead, with increasing competition from nontraditional players, workforce shortages, and demands for new capabilities. However, these challenges also present opportunities for leaders to focus on resilience, find efficiencies, and take a multilever approach to growth.
GovPilot
DECEMBER 19, 2023
The VT Township just began a new partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services in the municipality.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Kara Hurst, Chief Sustainability Officer at Amazon, talks about scaling Amazon’s sustainability initiatives, including increasing its focus on nature-based solutions to benefit communities.
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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
GovPilot
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Newark, OH expands their established partnership with GovPilot through the purchase of new government management software solutions to streamline operations.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 19, 2023
New data shows that operating model maturity is directly correlated with strong business performance outcomes.
GovCast
DECEMBER 19, 2023
CISA’s “secure by design” framework is helping software manufacturers bake cybersecurity into products as part of an effort to implement the National Cyber Strategy that the White House released earlier this year. Cybersecurity has traditionally been treated as an afterthought in technology. CISA wants to change that. CISA Senior Advisor Lauren Zabierek discusses what it means to be secure by design, what the new framework outlines and what it means for vendors and the development community.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 19, 2023
The US healthcare industry faces continued uncertainty in 2024, but healthcare leaders can seize opportunities for innovation and improvement. Building resilient and agile organizations will be crucial for success in this challenging environment.
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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.
Microsoft Public Sector
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Newsworthy Highlights Preparing for Security Copilot in US Government Clouds With the announcement of Security Copilot back in March, there has been a growing demand to understand and expand the role of machine learning (ML) in security. This demand is especially apparent in the US government space, where these advancements have a direct impact on national security.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 19, 2023
LA County is a global cultural capital with the largest economy in the United States. Yet bold action may be needed to drive inclusive growth in the next decade.
GCN
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Rather than relying on a single metric, communities need to develop a data infrastructure they can use to track, reduce and end homelessness.
The City Fix
DECEMBER 19, 2023
The COP28 climate talks began with a new fund to address the increasingly severe losses and damage vulnerable countries face from climate impacts and concluded with the first international agreement to tackle climate change’s main driver: fossil fuels. Those bookends to the Dubai summit.
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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