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Disaster Zone Podcast: The Role of Emergency Management in Cybersecurity

Disaster Zone blog

How well are you connected to your organization's technology leadership?

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Government Continuity Strategy 2023: Procedures During a Crisis | GovPilot

GovPilot

It’s hard to forget the current events of the past few years, many of which left many Americans shocked and underprepared when they were forced to lockdown and go remote for work. Public sector workers were no exception.

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Empowering Black, Latina, and Native American women in tech

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The representation of Black, Latina, and Native American women in tech jobs is declining despite their rising share of tech degrees. Inclusive policies and practices could help companies retain them.

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Announcing the 2023 Google Cloud Customer Award Winners in Government and Education

Google Public Sector

The public sector continues to inspire us with their dedication to leveraging technology and serving their constituents. This year’s winners of the Google Cloud Customer Award in government and education include eight organizations from across the country. Each of these entities is setting new standards for creating meaningful change and leaving a positive impact within their communities.

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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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Announcing the 9th Annual ED Games Expo

Homeroom

The 9th Annual ED Games Expo will occur September 19-22, 2023 in-person at the Kennedy Center REACH and locations across Washington, DC, and through a livestreamed virtual event on September 21. The ED Games Expo is the annual public showcase of game-changing education technology (EdTech) innovations created through more than 50 programs at the Institute Continue Reading The post Announcing the 9th Annual ED Games Expo appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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Google and George Mason University Collaborate to Train the Next Generation of Cyber Defenders in AI

Google Public Sector

The global shortage of cybersecurity talent is growing, with a projected shortfall of 3.4 million people by the end of 2023 1 . This demand is driven by the increasing sophistication of cyberthreats, the growing use of cloud computing, and the need for continuous training and education in the cybersecurity field. To address this growing shortage, Google and George Mason University (Mason) are working together to provide students with access to Google Career Certificates and Google Cloud’s cuttin

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What promise does V2X hold for fleets?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

With bidirectional technology, EV fleets can earn revenue by powering the grid, homes, and buildings. What is V2X’s full potential, and what will drive widespread adoption in the United States?

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The U.S. Is Less Prepared to Fight Cybercrime Than It Could Be

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

Cybercrimes in the United States have resulted in hundreds of billions of dollars in losses, and threaten public safety and economic security. The victims are widespread and include individuals, schools, businesses, utilities, and governments. For.

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How to Pronounce Hurricane Idalia

Disaster Zone blog

It is not Sally or Mary.or Fred.

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Proving your nonprofit’s qualifications in a grant

Professional Grant Writer

If you think about a grant as an investment by a foundation or government body, it’s easy to understand why that entity would. The post Proving your nonprofit’s qualifications in a grant appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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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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DAFITC 2023: The DOD Is Charting a New Path to Zero Trust

FedTech Magazine

Defense agencies are on the road to creating zero-trust cybersecurity environments, but they’ll be drawing their own maps as they work toward the 2027 deadline for implementation, says the Defense Department’s principal deputy CIO. “We’re not prescribing the how,” Leslie Beavers said. “We’re identifying the what.” Each of the military branches must focus on seven pillars as they build zero-trust capability: user, device, application, data, network, automation and audit.

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State and Local Governments Can Modernize Monitoring to Unlock the Potential of AI

State Tech Magazine

Nashville, Tenn., might be known for pioneering country music, but it’s also become a leader in a different type of orchestration: using artificial intelligence to improve citizens’ lives. Last fall, Vanderbilt University, the Tennessee Department of Transportation and others formed the CIRCLES Consortium, using AI and deep learning to improve traffic flow within the rapidly congested city.

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Paper wealth or wealth based on productivity – what happens next?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The global balance sheet – the sum of all assets and liabilities in the world economy – has expanded continuously for the past two decades. But while its rise has been faster than during this soaring of the world's 'wealth on paper', productivity has slowed and investment dwindled. Boosting productivity is imperative and that requires savings flowing into productive investment and accelerated adoption of digital technologies, write Sven Smit and Jan Mischke in World Economic Forum.

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Announcing the 2023 Google Cloud Customer Award Winners in Government and Education

Google Public Sector

The public sector continues to inspire us with their dedication to leveraging technology and serving their constituents. This year’s winners of the Google Cloud Customer Award in government and education include eight organizations from across the country. Each of these entities is setting new standards for creating meaningful change and leaving a positive impact within their communities.

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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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The McKinsey Crossword: “Can We Talk?” | No. 143

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

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.

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Google and George Mason University Collaborate to Train the Next Generation of Cyber Defenders in AI

Google Public Sector

The global shortage of cybersecurity talent is growing, with a projected shortfall of 3.4 million people by the end of 2023 1 . This demand is driven by the increasing sophistication of cyberthreats, the growing use of cloud computing, and the need for continuous training and education in the cybersecurity field. To address this growing shortage, Google and George Mason University (Mason) are working together to provide students with access to Google Career Certificates and Google Cloud’s cuttin

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How evaluating 'granular' economic and social development improves decision-making

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Understanding why the GDP per capita of Mapusa in Goa, India, is around $33,000, same as Porto, Portugal, even when India's per capita GDP hovers at $2,389 (per capital GDP of Portugal is 5X India's) could give an idea of how resources can be deployed where they are most needed, write Chris Bradley and Jonathan Woetzel in Forbes India.

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Season 6 Episode 22 - Celebrating Five Years of GovCast

GovCast

GovCast turns 5! The first episode published Aug. 29, 2018, featured a wide-ranging discussion with Jose Arrieta, who at the time served as the Department of Health and Human Services assistant deputy secretary. In the five years since, GovCast has hosted many leaders across the federal government, academia and industry to discuss everything from modernization to health IT to artificial intelligence in government.

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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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3 messaging tips to increase trust in government

Partnership for Public Service

Despite recent legislation that has made historic investments in our nation’s infrastructure , environmental resilience and economic development , a nationally representative survey issued late last year by the Partnership found that only 40% of Americans believe the federal government has a positive impact on people like them and only 38% believe the federal government serves their community.

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CFP (and Reviewers): From Chaos to Order: Addressing Cognitive Overload in the Learning Journey (Rowman & Littlefield)

A Library Writer's Blog

Call for Submissions & Reviewers: From Chaos to Order: Addressing Cognitive Overload in the Learning Journey (Rowman & Littlefield) Title of edited manuscript: From Chaos to Order: Addressing Cognitive Overload in the Learning Journey (Rowman & Littlefield) Edited by: Courtney McAllister (she/her), Solution Architect, Atypon; C. Elliott (she/they), Reference and Instruction Librarian, UMass Boston; and Sara C.

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How Las Vegas Is Leading the Way in Technology and Recreation — Episode 141

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

On today’s episode of Open Space Radio, we are diving into the dynamic world where recreation and technology intersect. The Las Vegas Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs department has always been at the forefront of innovative ideas, and today's episode is all about one of their latest projects — the Becker Technology Center and Recreation Park.

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10 Ways to Use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Community Engagement

Social Pinpoint

Artificial intelligence (AI) is already being used in community engagement across various industries and sectors. The intersection of AI and community engagement offers a promising horizon. AI introduces efficiencies, personalization, and data-driven insights that can redefine the participation experience. Artificial intelligence (AI) involves using computers to do things that traditionally require human intelligence.

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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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Transforming Cleveland Vacant Lots into an Urban Farm

Center for Community Progress

Drive 15 minutes southeast from the heart of downtown Cleveland and you’ll find an unexpected sight: a working urban farm, complete with a burgeoning fruit orchard, chicken coop, and hoop houses. The farm gives away everything they grow for free on the stoop of the house next door—the headquarters of the Concerned Citizens Community Council (CCCC) of Mt.

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