Why Cities Are Rethinking What Kinds Of Trees They’re Planting
Next City
APRIL 10, 2023
U.S. cities are losing some 36 million trees every year, but hardier species can restore their canopies.
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Risk, resilience, and security – the three key functions of public safety technology
Open Access Government - Technology News
APRIL 3, 2023
Controlling public safety is a major concern of governments, and that’s where public safety technology comes in The legitimacy that results from managing a crisis has an instant and lasting impact on public opinion and the daily lives of citizens. This means that public safety is both a risk and an opportunity. Indeed, if alerting citizens and managing an emergency are inefficiently handled, citizens may be put at risk.
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Building more resilient and equitable US public health systems
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 20, 2023
With billions of dollars in pandemic relief funding still available, state and local public health agencies have an opportunity to improve their performance and prepare themselves for future challenges.
Ep 17: Should Pronouns be Mandatory on a Job Application?
Summer Camp Programming
APRIL 10, 2023
SHOW NOTES Kelie and Shauna talk with CJ Greco about if pronouns should be something employers should ask on job applications. Links: CJ Greco’s Instagram – @cj.greco TheBirdyBunchPodcast.com Want to add to our conversation? Have a question you want us to discuss? Email Us: exploringcampsides@gmail.com HOSTS KELIE COOK SHAUNA GUGLIELMO The post Ep 17: Should Pronouns be Mandatory on a Job Application?
The Ultimate Playground Inspection Handbook
Advertiser: Noratek
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.
CISA Releases Advice for Defending Smart Cities
Disaster Zone blog
APRIL 27, 2023
The most valuable thing to be protected and perhaps stolen is data.
6 Significant Ways that Robotic Process Automation Helps State and Local Governments
State Tech Magazine
APRIL 3, 2023
Robotic process automation, or RPA, is a technology for automating business processes using robots. RPA is useful for offloading low-level, repetitive tasks from humans to machines, so humans can focus on more complex problems. As we enter the post-pandemic period, state and local governments are eager to reduce workloads for civil servants and improve productivity.
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How two UK customers use AWS to support sustainability goals
AWS Public Sector Blog
APRIL 19, 2023
Sustainability is now an integral part of business strategy, even as the sustainability landscape is continuously evolving. Technology, data, and innovation play a fundamental role in helping governments, organisations, and society address sustainability-related challenges. At the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Public Sector Day 2023 held in London , public sector leaders gathered to learn and share how technology can help organisations achieve more with less in solving sustainability challenges.
The next frontier in risk efficiency
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APRIL 12, 2023
As global risks increase and economic uncertainty persists, the risk functions within the financial services industry must continue to evolve talent to ensure organizational resiliency.
Instantly improve your grant with a strong need statement
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APRIL 11, 2023
A strong grant proposal is a rare thing. To write one, you should incorporate a range of elements, from a sound budget to. The post Instantly improve your grant with a strong need statement appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.
Is It Time to Change Our Hurricane Rating Systems?
Disaster Zone blog
APRIL 21, 2023
June is the start of a six-month season of potential storms.
7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities
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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.
Local Agencies Can Improve Citizen Services with Edge Computing
State Tech Magazine
APRIL 6, 2023
For years, most data processing has happened in a centralized location, such as a data center or the cloud. These “towers” have traditionally been the only locations capable of providing the processing power needed to generate actionable intelligence serving the employees and citizens in satellite offices, or the “trenches.” Every day, government employees within these trenches — local motor vehicles departments, town halls, zoning administrations and other locations — perform personalized trans
A K-Pop Wave Is Transforming A São Paulo Neighborhood – For Better And For Worse
Next City
APRIL 12, 2023
São Paulo’s Korean consulate wants to frame Bom Retiro as a new Koreatown. But residents fear these moves could erase other local immigrant cultures.
Analysis paralysis: When too much data reduces decision-making
GCN
APRIL 24, 2023
The growing volume of data, expanding number of sources and its increasing complexity is undermining leaders’ ability to confidently use it to make decisions, a new report finds.
Cybersecurity for the IoT: How trust can unlock value
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APRIL 7, 2023
For today’s fragmented Internet of Things (IoT) to reach its potential as a fully interconnected ecosystem, the answer may lie in the convergence of cybersecurity and the IoT.
ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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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.
Restoring Degraded Forests Could Bring Back Lost Rainfall, Cooler Temperatures
The City Fix
APRIL 27, 2023
Many people point to forest restoration as a way to curb climate change, where replanted forests sequester carbon in trees and soils. But emerging evidence shows that restoration can provide non-carbon climate benefits, too — in particular, reducing heat and regulating rainfall. Here’s what.
Disaster Zone Podcast: ‘Planning for Disaster Debris Removal’
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APRIL 25, 2023
Disaster debris comes with every type of disaster.
State and Local Agencies Can Help Cybersecurity Hiring Efforts with Clear Language
State Tech Magazine
APRIL 27, 2023
At the National Association of State Chief Information Officers’ 2022 conference, a biennial report by NASCIO and Deloitte underscored hiring challenges faced by state governments as they strive to recruit qualified cybersecurity personnel. The report advises officials to “modernize job titles and classifications using the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) framework.
With Disaster Tours, Eastern N.C. Locals Share Stories, Propose Flooding Solutions
Next City
APRIL 17, 2023
Residents and activists Robeson County are drawing attention to those still struggling to recover from Hurricanes Matthew and Florence.
Sustainable Facility Maintenance Management for Small Local Governments
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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.
Can Fortran survive another 15 years?
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APRIL 27, 2023
Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory evaluated the risks of relying on the 65-year-old code for nuclear security.
Exploring opportunities in the generative AI value chain
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APRIL 26, 2023
Generative AI is giving rise to an entire ecosystem, from hardware providers to application builders, that will help bring its potential for business to fruition.
How Small Communities Can Benefit from Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Funding
NLC (National League of Cities)
APRIL 21, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced additional resources and funding for communities under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) that are particularly geared toward smaller communities.
Florida Fires Alerting Company After Mistake Is Made
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Proactive vs Reactive Maintenance: Making the Case for Preparedness
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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
How State and Local Agencies Can Establish Zero Trust
State Tech Magazine
APRIL 26, 2023
In a zero-trust environment, all users, devices and traffic are treated as potential threats, and every access request is verified and authenticated using multiple layers of security controls. These security controls include using strong multifactor authentication methods, such as a combination of passwords and security tokens, to verify the identity of users, as well as network segmentation and microsegmentation to limit users’ access to only the resources they need to perform their jobs accord
Putting People First: 4 Cities Show How to Rethink Mobility
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How digital twins can enrich emergency response
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Economic conditions outlook during turbulent times, March 2023
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Executives’ enthusiasm for the economy rose—and then came back to earth. Meanwhile, concerns about financial-market volatility as a risk to growth have increased.
Facility Maintenance Trends for 2024: What's Changing in the Industry?
Advertiser: Noratek
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How to Prepare Your City for a Train Derailment
NLC (National League of Cities)
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On average, three trains derail in the U.S. every day. That’s over 1,100 derailments in the U.S. per year, and because railroads are putting much longer trains together, each train is now more likely to be carrying hazardous chemicals.
Sludge in Our Emergency Management Systems
Disaster Zone blog
APRIL 11, 2023
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Hybrid and Remote Work Present New Challenges for Government Managers
State Tech Magazine
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Proper facilities management is essential for any organization to keep employees safe and working environments functional. After all, it’s what ensures your physical spaces and assets can support your organization’s needs. Given its importance, state and local governments would benefit from modernizing their facilities management practices to optimize efficiency.
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Efficiency and Sustainability: Leveraging Digital Solutions in Facility Operations
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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.
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