Open Access Government - Technology News

APRIL 13, 2023

Nicky Furlong, Director, Public Sector, Health & Life Sciences at SAS UK, describes how new developments in analytics can support the fight against global human trafficking One of the most disturbing things about global human trafficking is just how pervasive it is. According to the International Labour Organisation (ILO), an agency of the UN, 49.6 million people were trapped in some form of human slavery in 2021 – 27.6 million of whom were in forced labour and 22 million in forced marriage.

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Summer Camp Programming

APRIL 13, 2023

SHOW NOTES Chris and Curt talk about some great activity ideas that are for, wait for it, staff only! That’s right! Doing things specifically for your camp staff is a great way to keep the excitement going all summer! Give this episode a listen for some great ideas to prep for this coming summer! HOSTS […] The post SCP 186: Staff Only Activities appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 13, 2023

For cities looking to comprehensively address resilience and sustainability at the local level, there is an array of federal funding sources available for a wide variety of eligible uses.

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FedTech Magazine

APRIL 13, 2023

Zero-trust security remains a top federal priority. The government followed up the White House’s cybersecurity executive order of 2021 with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s draft Zero Trust Maturity Model later that year and the Office of Management and Budget’s federal zero-trust strategy in 2022. “I believe zero trust is the only initiative that the government has today where executive orders, memoranda and strategy were all issued,” says Katharyn White, vice president of

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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.

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GovLoop

APRIL 13, 2023

It’s more than a change in terminology; it’s a change in perspective. Project management focuses on completing a specific assignment with preset resources. It’s often centered on IT and may reference user experience (UX) and organizational priorities only when the project is assigned and handed off. That can lead to a result that doesn’t align with goals and is often difficult to scale or improve without starting over.

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Microsoft Public Sector

APRIL 13, 2023

@Kutharsus Slight good news, Outlook client on the desktop has todo shortcut built in that users can use. As long as the outlook client is on 2302 or newer it will display the todo shortcut in outlook and can access it there.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

APRIL 13, 2023

Our latest global B2B Pulse survey reveals some companies are combining winning strategies to increase market share by more than 10 percent annually, even in uncertain economic times.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

APRIL 13, 2023

“Be prepared against data loss and data theft” is the slogan behind the World Backup Day 2023 campaign on the importance of data security World Backup Day shines a light on maintaining computer system security. It encourages individuals to consider data security every day of the year, and not just on March 31st when World Backup Day takes place.

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GCN

APRIL 13, 2023

But critics warned of potential privacy issues with the network, which is switched on for consumers by default and could collect personal data.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

APRIL 13, 2023

Japanese chemical companies have historically enjoyed strong industry performance. Building on their strengths can help determine next steps in the years to come.

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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.

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APRIL 13, 2023

Passwords can be hard to remember and easy to compromise, making passkeys an attractive option for digital authentication.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

APRIL 13, 2023

As value-based care gains traction, health systems are seeking to derive greater value from procurement and supply chain efforts, including by investing in initiatives to improve clinician engagement.

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State Tech Magazine

APRIL 13, 2023

During the pandemic, the pace of technology adoption and agency transformation across the public sector was extremely high, out of necessity. Now, while the immediate pressure and urgency has dissipated, the desire for rapid change has slowed considerably. That said, constituents still expect instant gratification, and the risks associated with not evolving to keep pace with those expectations haven’t changed.

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The Market Urbanism Report

APRIL 13, 2023

The emergence of startup cities is a story we’ll cover extensively these next few years. Prospera of Honduras is a leading example.

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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.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

APRIL 13, 2023

Amid persistent complexity, bank leadership teams need to urgently revisit their approaches to credit risk management.

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Microsoft Public Sector

APRIL 13, 2023

Microsoft Teams Emergency Operations Center The Microsoft Teams Emergency Operations Center (TEOC) solution template leverages the power of the Microsoft 365 platform to centralize incident response, information sharing and field communications using powerful services like Microsoft Lists, SharePoint, and more. An open-source solution supported by Microsoft, it provides core functionality out of the box or can be extended to meet specific agency requirements.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 13, 2023

The recently launched Building Pathways to Infrastructure Jobs Grant Program includes funding available to local governments to develop, strengthen, and scale worker-centered sector strategies that build equitable pathways to infrastructure jobs.

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Microsoft Public Sector

APRIL 13, 2023

Any word on when the desktop app will be available to GCC?

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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.

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APRIL 13, 2023

The mandate they approved in 2021 will force counties to replace their election machines at a cost of more than $100 million — and to keep replacing them. One Senate bill to address the problem is moving ahead.

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GovPilot

APRIL 13, 2023

Local governments have played an integral role in local health testing for decades, and the pressure for regular testing has only increased since the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, as the need for frequent testing increased during the pandemic, a lack of accessibility to nearby testing in many areas across the country left thousands of citizens at-risk, especially for those in vulnerable communities.

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GCN

APRIL 13, 2023

FirstNet is a cellular network built for first responders around the country, but at least one federal official told the senator’s office they had “no confidence” in the network’s security.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

APRIL 13, 2023

A McKinsey team using a place-based model to drive social change and address racial inequity shares learnings and highlights key considerations for executing a place-based diagnostic approach.

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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

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Citizen Lab

APRIL 13, 2023

In today’s world, local governments strive to establish effective community engagement projects with their communities. Our platform has emerged as an invaluable resource in facilitating this connection, with governments worldwide exploring creative ways to leverage its potential. CitizenLab’s versatile and user-friendly platform has supported various initiatives, such as neighborhood plans and disability inclusivity, providing an avenue for residents to connect and provide… Th

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APRIL 13, 2023

COMMENTARY | The right fraud prevention practices apply a “friction-right” approach, making it easier for true users to apply for access while impeding bad actors.

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The Market Urbanism Report

APRIL 13, 2023

The emergence of startup cities is a story we’ll cover extensively these next few years. Prospera of Honduras is a leading example.

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GCN

APRIL 13, 2023

Despite Labor Department guidelines, nine states are requiring UI applicants to verify their identity before submitting applications.

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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.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

APRIL 13, 2023

Few know that the modern cloud revolution originated on South African soil, before Amazon Web Services (AWS) became a global leader in cloud computing. This origin story traces back to the founding of the Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud ( Amazon EC2 ) service in 2004, which is now regarded as one of the fundamental pieces of cloud computing technology.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

APRIL 13, 2023

With a growing focus on cybersecurity and available grant funding, many states are planning to protect state agencies, cities, counties, and schools. At the state and federal levels, programs are funded to support these efforts. State and local government (SLG) agencies now have procurement questions to ask and decisions to make to maximize governance and security, simplify vendor management, and accelerate the overall process within a heavily regulated procurement environment.

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