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High taxes aren’t causing rich New Yorkers to flee, study says

GCN

The report points to data showing top earners from the Empire State decamp less often than lower-income residents, and when they do leave they move to high-tax states.

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Unlocking the potential of generative AI: Three key questions for government agencies

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Government organizations may seek to jump on the gen AI bandwagon, but the technology’s complexities could sideline their efforts. Our framework addresses some critical implementation questions.

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Clinical technology: Short-termism or the golden thread?

Open Access Government - Technology News

Jacqueline Davis, Chief Nursing Informatics Officer at System C Healthcare, discusses some key obstacles the NHS faces as it navigates the digital transformation Numerous strategies and plans have referenced the imperative of embedding clinical technology in healthcare. The NHS Long Term Plan committed all NHS trusts to meet a core level of digitisation, including having an EPR in place by March 2026.

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WIC applications are up in many states

GCN

But a new study reveals that despite increasing demand, states are already struggling to reach all the women, children and infants eligible for the program.

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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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A new AI model outperforms ChatGPT in tests

Open Access Government - Technology News

All you need to know about Google’s new AI model, Gemini, and why it outperforms ChatGPT, the model one year its senior What is Gemini? Google has revealed its latest artificial intelligence model, Gemini, which is over-performing compared to ChatGPT in various tests. Gemini, developed by DeepMind, a Google unit based in London, showcases advanced capabilities across various formats, including evaluating and grading a student’s physics homework.

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No wrong doors: Making benefits easier to access

GCN

When applying for benefits is too hard, families don’t get the support they need. Learning how users actually work through submitting an online application underscores how important user-centered design is to a program’s success.

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Public-sector workers report taking fewer and fewer vacation days

GCN

Not being able to unplug from work leads to burnout and poor performance, one expert reminds us.

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Digital diagnostics: A path forward for IVD

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

In vitro diagnostics players are being tested as their offerings are increasingly commoditized. Digital diagnostics offers a path to growth.

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With youth overdose death rates soaring, state offers free opioid reversal medication to schools

GCN

The initiative comes amid a spike in the number of teens who have died from drug overdoses in the last five years.

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Crunch time in the North American LNG industry: How to meet demand

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

New EPC contracting strategies could help to reduce escalating costs for planned US greenfield projects and avoid a potential LNG supply-demand gap for the world.

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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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State and Local Governments Strengthen Services Through Data Center Optimization

State Tech Magazine

State and local governments can take their citizen services to the next level by optimizing their data centers. While many may look to the cloud, others can discover efficiencies through recapitalization of on-premises data center technology. Data centers are the backbone of any agency’s IT infrastructure, providing storage, processing and networking capabilities for various applications.

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Korea’s next S-curve: A new economic growth model for 2040

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Currently faced with a stagnating economy, South Korea could grow to become a top-seven economy by 2040 by adopting eight bold actions within three pillars.

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How Federal Agencies Can Ace Windows 11 Migration

FedTech Magazine

The clock is ticking toward Microsoft Windows 10’s end of life in October 2025. While it’s not yet a five-alarm fire, the deadline is something that requires IT leaders’ attention, and the sooner you address it, the better. Is your agency prepared for a Windows 11 migration? If not, here are specific actions to take to ensure a smooth shift to the new OS.

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TruStage’s Bob Trunzo on bringing bold change to insurance

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The recently retired CEO of TruStage reflects on the decade he spent at the insurer’s helm, including an early move to prioritize digital.

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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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Best Practices to Help Save Your City Residents Money on Prescription Drugs

NLC (National League of Cities)

The National League of Cities (NLC) offers the My Healthy Hometown Rx program in collaboration with city governments to help residents who are uninsured or whose insurance doesn’t cover the drugs they need to pay for their medications.

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Lessons From China, India, Vietnam on National Transport Ambitions and Accelerating Decarbonization

The City Fix

In Asia, 14 countries — accounting for 26% of global transport emissions in 2019 — have made economy-wide net zero commitments. Momentum towards zero-emission transport is growing with countries enhancing ambition and including transport-related targets in their nationally determined contributions (NDCs).

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CFP: Guest Forum Articles - Informed Librarian Online

A Library Writer's Blog

Seeking librarians with something to say! The Informed librarian invites you to write for us - The Informed Librarian Online [link] com is seeking librarians who like to write and have something to say to share your ideas with other librarians. Each month we publish online a Guest Forum article written by a different librarian, on a topic of your choice.

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Lessons learned from a joint surveillance audit for CMMC

Microsoft Public Sector

Microsoft recently had an opportunity to sit down with Derek Kernus, Director of Cybersecurity Operation at DTS, to discuss their experience with the Joint Surveillance Voluntary Assessment (JSVA). The Joint Surveillance Voluntary Assessment (JSVA) program is a transitional certification to CMMC, a new cybersecurity framework for Defense Industrial Base (DIB) contractors.

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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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Call for Chapters: DEIA in Faith-Based HigherEd Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums (GLAMs)

A Library Writer's Blog

Chapter submissions are welcome to be published in the forthcoming Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) in Faith-Based Higher Education Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums (GLAMs) , an edited volume to be published by Litwin Books. Book Description In light of the Library and Information Science (LIS) field’s ongoing challenges with racial equity, there is a pressing need to disrupt traditional paradigms and reimagine the discipline through critical frameworks like Crit

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Forrester study commissioned by AWS estimates an ROI of 33% from data integration

AWS Public Sector Blog

Data can improve traffic congestion, enhance delivery of critical government services, and save millions of dollars, according to a recent study by Forrester Consulting. Commissioned by Amazon Web Services (AWS), The Total Economic Impact of Data Integration for the Public Sector analyzes the benefits, costs, and best practices associated with data integration.

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Completed Pilot Projects of 5G Airborne-to-Ground Readiness: Part 2

Government Technology Insider

The need for dependable and secure communication networks is a growing demand for the operations of the United States Department of Defense (DoD). As the DoD becomes increasingly reliant on technology, the need for reliable and secure communication networks has become paramount. ​​ Part one of this airborne readiness series discussed how the DoD recognized this need and has been exploring ways to leverage 5G and wireless connectivity advancements to improve mission-critical communications, pa

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Google Cloud unique technology enables new DoD capabilities

Google Public Sector

Google Cloud is a platform delivering services that range from basic infrastructure to unique, differentiated services that empower users to accomplish a mission or business task. It allows our Department of Defense (DoD) and other public sector customers to innovate with unmatched security, scale, and service. So what makes us so different from the next cloud provider?

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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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The public says TV and movies do not accurately portray the federal government and civil servants

Partnership for Public Service

Although the American public interacts with the federal government in numerous ways such as going through security checkpoints at airports and receiving veterans benefits, many people learn about how government works through television programs and movies. Entertainment can have a wide reach. A 2022 Partnership survey found that two-thirds of the country has seen an episode of the long-running TV show NCIS.