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Federal Identity Cards Must Adapt to Changing Security Environments

FedTech Magazine

For nearly two decades, the federal government, led by the Department of Defense, has been at the forefront of strong authentication, jumping far ahead of most private sector enterprises. Smart card authentication — based on digital certificates, a federal public key infrastructure (PKI), well-defined identity assurance levels and a physical access card — has been in place at federal agencies for many years.

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Intentional Pursuit of a Healthy Work Culture

Careers in Government

Creating an uncompromising work experience that drives tangible business results doesn’t happen without intentional pursuit. The post Intentional Pursuit of a Healthy Work Culture appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Digital twins: The foundation of the enterprise metaverse

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Companies can leverage digital twins in a way that delivers significant value today—while building the engine for the enterprise metaverse of tomorrow.

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The Role of Responsible Leadership in Combating Workplace Burnout

Careers in Government

Workplace burnout doesn’t discriminate. Any employee in any role in any industry can experience burnout at some point. The post The Role of Responsible Leadership in Combating Workplace Burnout appeared first on Careers in Government.

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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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State CISOs must cooperate more with locals on threats, report says

GCN

Stronger collaboration among the public, private and academic sectors can strengthen overall cybersecurity and feed the talent pipeline, according to NASCIO’s biennial report.

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5 Tips to Design a Long-term Recruiting Strategy

Careers in Government

Engaging employees for the long term, and creating a positive environment for them, will help you expand your talent pool. The post 5 Tips to Design a Long-term Recruiting Strategy appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Make Your Job Meaningful

GovLoop

Even if you feel called to public service, it can be a challenge to find meaning in the day-to-day work and sustain it as you advance. But a government career offers many opportunities to find work that matters. “This is really where I think the public sector shines,” said Dave Uejio, Acting Associate Director for Supervision, Enforcement, and Fair Lending at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

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Emerging from disruption: The future of pharma operations strategy

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

To maintain profitable and resilient operations, CEOs and COOs of pharma companies may need to make bold changes to their operations strategy as the industry navigates new challenges.

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The economic impact of AWS’s investment in Japan

AWS Public Sector Blog

At Amazon Web Services (AWS), we are committed to supporting Japan’s digital transformation (DX) ambition by helping Japanese customers modernize IT and innovate securely at pace, driving sustainable economic growth. I’m humbled to share that since 2011, AWS has invested ¥1.35 trillion in total capital and operational expenditure associated with our two AWS infrastructure Regions in the country.

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AI in biopharma research: A time to focus and scale

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

By focusing on specific scientific and operational pain points and fully integrating AI into research workflows, biopharma companies can deliver greater patient impact and significant value.

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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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Open House Chicago is this weekend

Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

In terms of marketing promotion, I am a big proponent of " Open Doors/Doors Open " events for: Museums Architecture, and Historic Preservation. They are weekend or all week events where historic sites, buildings, museums, etc., are open to the public for free, and many of the sites aren't necessary open to the public at other times of the year. Some communities mix the participants, with museums and architecture both, I've written in the past about such events in Toronto , New York City , and Pi

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Present company included: Prioritizing mental health and well-being for all

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

A McKinsey Health Institute survey across 15 countries highlights how employers can make mental health a reality, especially for young workers.

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Episode 223: 2022 State CIO Survey Report - The People Imperative

FedHeads

In their annual drop in to FedHeads, Graeme Finley and NASCIO’s Executive Director Doug Robinson share the results of their most recent survey of State Chief Information Officers. Getting the people we need to perform for states and their citizens is a growing challenge. In their annual drop in to FedHeads, Graeme Finley and NASCIO’s Executive Director Doug Robinson share the results of their most recent survey of State Chief Information Officers.

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Federal Cybersecurity Grants for Local Governments: Everything to Know

GovPilot

With the passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the White House announced , “$1 Billion in Funding for First-Ever State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program,” in an effort to put money into the hands of local governments to mitigate against hacks and prevent exposure of sensitive government data as a result of data breaches. But why is the federal government so concerned about local government cybersecurity?

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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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NASCIO 2022: Q&A: Maryland CIO Michael Leahy Keeps His Eyes on the Future

State Tech Magazine

Maryland CIO Michael Leahy plans to wrap six years in office when Gov. Larry Hogan leaves his post in January. In his time as CIO, Leahy has made significant progress in optimizing the state’s resources and preparing Maryland for a cloud-smart future. He also has made remarkable strides in establishing standards and processes that empower agencies to measure gains and examine tech alternatives.

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Wednesday is National Walk and Roll to School Day

Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

Normally, International Walk to School Day is the first Wednesday in October. Because Yom Kippur was on 10/5 this year, in the US it was pushed to the second Wednesday in 2022. -- Walk & Roll to School Day Although it's sadly pretty rare, this day should be leveraged by school districts, planning agencies, and transportation departments as a way to promote sustainable mobility options to get to and from school.

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How to Get Stuff Done Without Losing Your Mind: My Top 6 Time Management Tips for the Busy Library Marketer

Super Library Marketing

Photo courtesy Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County. You are pressed for time. I know it. I have the receipts. Every time I lead a Learn with NoveList course, I ask a question of my audience. What’s the hardest part of library marketing? And in every single class, the answer is always the same: Finding the time to do the work. And yet, you’re expected to crank out library promotion after library promotion.

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October is National Community Planning Month

Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

-- National Community Planning Month , American Planning Association For a number of years during National Community Planning Month, the APA ran an awards program, Great Places in America , featuring great streets, neighborhoods, and other types of places across the country. It's a great "case study" list of examples to think about in terms of urban design and placemaking in your own 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.