November, 2022

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Recycling In Obscurity

Next City

Invisible but essential to the global recycling industry, the cardboard collectors of Miami-Dade earn a living by breaking down each piece of cardboard by hand, with no guaranteed income or labor protections.

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Global flows: The ties that bind in an interconnected world

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Economic and political turbulence have prompted speculation that the world is already deglobalizing. But the evidence suggests that global integration is here to stay, albeit with nuance.

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Artificial Intelligence in the UK

Open Access Government - Technology News

Professor Jon Crowcroft FRS FREng, co-founder of iKVA , Researcher at Large, at The Alan Turing Institute and Professor of Communication Systems at Cambridge University’s Computer Laboratory, provides his view on Artificial Intelligence in the UK. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the fastest-growing deep technologies in the world with the potential to transform multiple industries, drive substantial economic growth and irrevocably revolutionise our daily lives.

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How to Successfully Use First-of-Its-Kind State and Local Cybersecurity Grants

State Tech Magazine

In September, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, through the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Federal Emergency Management Agency, announced a first-of-its-kind cybersecurity grant program for state, local and territorial (SLT) governments across the country. In the wake of the widespread transition to hybrid and remote work and school environments, network perimeters have expanded and consequently exposed substantial vulnerabilities.

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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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Super Charging Your Communications Capabilities

Disaster Zone blog

Have you looked at satellite communications?

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Why cloud is a budget breaker

GCN

Misunderstandings about cloud security, scalability and storage has led to the vast majority of enterprises spending much more than anticipated, a new survey finds.

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Author Talks: What poker pro Annie Duke can teach you about quitting on time

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Ever been told to quit while you’re ahead, or that winners never quit? Poker player-turned decision strategist Annie Duke explains why this advice is costing you time and money.

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‘Nature tech’ predicted to grow by $6 billion following COP27

Open Access Government - Technology News

Following COP27, nature tech – ranging from drones planting trees to AI software managing rainforests – presents a greater market opportunity. Nature4Climate and Capital for Climate released a landscape analysis report looking at profitable solutions to the climate crisis during COP27, predicting ‘nature tech’ to increase in investment by $6 billion by just 2030.

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Climate Hazards Could Disrupt U.S. State Department Operations Overseas (interactive map)

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

The increasing frequency and severity of natural hazards—including those linked to climate change— has heightened the risk of disruption to the Department of State's operations overseas. This includes embassies and consulates, office buildings and.

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Gratitude for Arts and Science Educators

Homeroom

This month, as we’re thinking about gratitude, I’m reflecting on the tremendous impact that educators have had on my life. I would not be where I am today without the many teachers, counselors, librarians, and mentors that have lifted me up, and, now as an educator and mentor myself, I hope to pass that encouragement. Continue Reading. The post Gratitude for Arts and Science Educators appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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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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How to make your grant proposal stand out

Professional Grant Writer

We received a great question from a Twitter follower recently: What is the most important thing to mention in a grant request letter. The post How to make your grant proposal stand out appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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Next City’s 2022 Gift Guide

Next City

From an urbanist booknook to bike accessories, here are our gift recommendations for people who care about creating equitable cities.

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Taking a skills-based approach to building the future workforce

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Our work with the Rework America Alliance highlights how a skills-based approach can help US employers expand talent pools and retain great workers—even through economic uncertainty.

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The future of open source in 2023

Open Access Government - Technology News

Ann Schlemmer, CEO of Percona, discusses the future of open source in 2023, including why platforms will matter more. Open source is a way for communities to build software and make it available to others. It supports many of the applications, services, and devices that we all use every day. Developers love open source software, and businesses value the innovation that it supports.

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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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How one state’s phishing training evolves with threats

GCN

Indiana regularly tests employees on various platforms and attachment formats, including prompts related to headline news and retests of scams those that have proved difficult for workers to catch.

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5 Things to Consider When Deploying EV Charging Infrastructure

NLC (National League of Cities)

Every city has its unique challenges (that’s not news to you!). As your city is figuring out how to achieve sustainability goals, city leaders might start to look into electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. Lots of cities around the globe are doing it, but how will your municipality tackle it? What aspects should you consider […] Source.

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The 2023 Guide to Social Media for Libraries: New LinkedIn Success Secrets for This Year

Super Library Marketing

This is the first installment in my series on social media best practices for libraries in 2023. In the next few weeks, we’ll cover TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and (maybe!) Twitter. These are the top platforms used by libraries according to the 7th annual Super Library Marketing Reader Survey. LinkedIn for libraries. At the Library Marketing and Communications Conference this year, library marketers were asking each other, “What are you going to do about Twitter?

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Hybrid Work Solutions Modernize Both Government Services and Workplaces

State Tech Magazine

Over the past several years, we’ve seen nearly all of our critical industries move to hybrid models. A crowning example of this may be our school systems, which had to shift — practically overnight — to virtual learning models to keep our children’s education going. Hospitals turned to virtual care visits to limit the spread of dangerous viruses. Even manufacturers leveraged artificial intelligence and machine learning to limit the number of workers on the factory floor.

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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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How will the space economy change the world?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Space is no longer the sole domain of governments and aerospace and defense companies. Businesses that pursue emerging opportunities now may gain a first-mover advantage.

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Why is Ada Lovelace Day so important?

Open Access Government - Technology News

Open Access Government interviews Lin Sun on the significance of Ada Lovelace Day and what it means for women in STEM around the globe. Ada Lovelace Day provides us with an annual reminder to take a moment and reflect on our accomplishments and recognise the many successful people surrounding us. Dreaming up the world’s first computer programming language whilst raising a family.

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End-to-End Artificial Intelligence Supports Federal Mission Sets

FedTech Magazine

Data is moving increasingly toward the edge. Gartner, for example, predicts that by 2025, more than half of enterprise-managed data will be created and processed outside the data center or cloud. At the same time, government agencies increasingly recognize the need to apply artificial intelligence to data, leveraging AI to accelerate analytics to drive actionable decision-making.

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Cybersecurity front and center in voting innovation

GCN

Ensuring votes have a paper trail is a far better solution than relying on emerging, unproven technologies, election security experts say.

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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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Five Things City Leaders Need to Know About COP27

NLC (National League of Cities)

Header Photo: SHARM EL SHEIKH, EGYPT – NOVEMBER 10: Visitors walk in the Green Zone of the UNFCCC COP27 climate conference on November 10, 2022 in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images) The 27th United Nations Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC (COP27) was hosted in Sharm El-Sheikh from November 6-18, […] Source.

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How State and Local Governments Can Win the IT Hiring Competition

State Tech Magazine

Caught between a pandemic recovery and the “great resignation,” state and local IT leaders have expressed major concerns about hiring and retaining a capable IT workforce, according to a 2022 state CIO survey by the National Association of State Chief Information Officers. Demand for IT talent is expected to continue to skyrocket, forcing state and local agencies to compete with private industry and federal agencies for a limited talent pool.

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Digital twins: Flying high, flexing fast

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Digital design and product development can provide new ways to solve complex problems. Getting implementation right means thoughtfully translating big ideas into boots on the ground.

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Why the creation of smart cities requires real-time data processing

Open Access Government - Technology News

To manage the rising urbanisation of smart cities, city planners and managers must turn to real-time data processing. By 2030 it is expected that 28% of people worldwide will live in a city with at least one million inhabitants, according to a report on urbanisation by the Government Office for Science. In England alone, 82.9% of the population lived in an urban area in 2019, which is increasing all the time.

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Facility Maintenance Trends for 2024: What's Changing in the Industry?

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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The Navy’s 20-Year-Old Networking Dream Moves Closer to Reality

FedTech Magazine

Overhauling the Navy’s IT structure isn’t a matter of a singular pivot. A ripped-to-the-studs approach became warranted after years of lag, with multiple entities — and billions of dollars — now focused on a midstream overhaul of the aged system. At a panel discussion earlier this year, Navy CIO Aaron Weis noted that the service branch is making a move toward modernization.

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How to prepare for a successful foundation site visit

Professional Grant Writer

Foundations and other funders may request a site visit before they approve funding for a grant. This is often a typical part of. The post How to prepare for a successful foundation site visit appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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Groups at risk for hate crimes can tap new cyber funds

GCN

Nonprofits applying for funding to combat hate crimes in New York can now include cybersecurity projects in their applications.

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Zero-Emission Delivery Zones: A New Way to Cut Traffic, Air Pollution and Greenhouse Gases

The City Fix

Urban freight and delivery services boomed during the COVID-19 pandemic as consumers switched to online shopping when businesses were forced to close. The surge in online market activity that began in 2020 builds on a decade of steady growth related to the.

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Efficiency and Sustainability: Leveraging Digital Solutions in Facility Operations

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.