Social Pinpoint

AUGUST 29, 2023

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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Disaster Zone blog

AUGUST 29, 2023

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

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

AUGUST 31, 2023

It may not be surprising that innovative organizations are ahead on generative AI, but the degree to which they’re succeeding at deploying it might be. Five practices help them stay ahead of the pack.

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Microsoft Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Intellectual property (IP) theft can wreak havoc on the supply chain and defense, stripping away an organization’s, or nation’s, competitive advantage. Hackers don’t necessarily pose the biggest threat to IP. Insider threats from employees, contractors and partners pose just as big a threat (some might argue bigger) from both accidental and deliberate data loss.

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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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NLC (National League of Cities)

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

From wildfires in Hawaii to hurricanes in Florida, communities across the United States have faced devastating natural disasters this summer. Local elected officials play a crucial role in disaster resilience, whether it’s planning for disasters to mitigate risks or leading their community through recovery. Officials have distinct roles before, during, and after disasters.

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Disaster Zone blog

AUGUST 30, 2023

Constant improvement has to be the goal.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

AUGUST 31, 2023

Meet CLARI, the small flexible Robot designed to navigate small spaces, with some inspiration from the world of bugs CLARI stands for Compliant Legged Articulated Robotic Insect; it originated from a team of engineers at the University of Colorado, Boulder. It also can aid first responders in dealing with major disasters in an entirely new way. Shape shifting robots CLARI is so small you can hold multiple of these robots in the palm of your hand.

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Microsoft Public Sector

AUGUST 31, 2023

Microsoft M odern Work, Security, Surface, AI Evangelist Slated to Speak at Upcoming Cloud Security and Compliance Event The Cloud Security and Compliance Series (CS2) , Summit 7's bi-annual conference series, is excited to announce Rodel Alejo , Director, Partner GTM Strategy Modern Work, Security, Surface and SMB Leader, as a CS2 speaker. This two-day conference is going to take place both in person at The Westin Hotel in Downtown Denver, CO, as well as virtually, on October 4th and 5th, 2023.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

AUGUST 30, 2023

COP refers to the United Nations’ annual conference on climate change. Its 28th meeting (COP28) is scheduled to begin November 30, 2023, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) , the effects of climate change, such as increased heat, extended drought, and more, have been a key driver in the increasing risk and extent of wildfires in the United States. Wildfires, then, contribute to climate change through greenhouse gas emissions, destruction of ecosystems, and lost carbon storage in the destruction of forests.

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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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NLC (National League of Cities)

AUGUST 31, 2023

As city administrations consider incorporating emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) into their systems, its usage in their procurement procedures should be carefully considered. AI is a powerful new tool that can be beneficial, but also comes with ethical and security issues that public agencies will need to face.

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FedTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Imagine that your office phone system changes every year. It’s completely new, nothing is familiar about it and the learning curve is more like a vertical line. You’ve had some warning that it will happen, but one day the new setup is just hooked up at your desk. Confusion ensues. “How often are we standing up whole new software development infrastructures with new repositories and new CI/CD pipelines?

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

AUGUST 31, 2023

Organizations that follow a progression of steps to achieve excellence in digital delivery may see improvements in effectiveness, productivity, and performance, as well as significant increases in speed.

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GovPilot

AUGUST 29, 2023

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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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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The City Fix

AUGUST 28, 2023

As cities become more congested, traffic fatalities continue to rise and the impacts of climate change escalate, the need for sustainable and safe transportation solutions has reached a critical juncture. The World Health Organization reports an alarming statistic: 186,300 children.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

AUGUST 28, 2023

Cities, towns and villages across the country are struggling with housing shortages and homelessness – and so are colleges. Homelessness has been on the rise since 2017, experiencing an overall 6 percent increase.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

After bringing agile operating models to customer-facing, frontline business units, financial institutions are also seeing the benefits of agile for risk and compliance functions.

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GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) might not be quite ready to replace human workers on a large scale, given its proclivity for errors or even fabrications. But the technology can serve as a handy digital assistant, if you can just figure out where it makes sense, notes a recent article from the MIT Sloan School of Management. John Horton, an MIT Sloan associate professor who specializes in AI labor and online marketplace research, says the challenge is not with the technology, but with how

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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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GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

AUGUST 30, 2023

The federal student loan payment pause ends this month. Interest on loans will begin accruing (again) in September and payments will be due starting in October—for the first time since March 2020. After the more than three-year pause, many borrowers.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

AUGUST 28, 2023

Community input and quality data help governments make better decisions, improve strategic planning, win grants, and achieve much more. Unfortunately, small cities face disadvantages when it comes to accessing this information. Many towns need more staff, time, and funds to best invest in data collection and resident engagement.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

AUGUST 28, 2023

Good brain health means more than just the absence of disease. It also includes overall healthy cognitive functioning, resilience, and a state of well-being where individuals feel able to fulfill their potential.

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Google Public Sector

AUGUST 29, 2023

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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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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Homeroom

AUGUST 29, 2023

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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Disaster Zone blog

AUGUST 29, 2023

This is what is happening and likely will happen more in the future.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

AUGUST 29, 2023

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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Google Public Sector

AUGUST 29, 2023

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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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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FedTech Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2023

Just as in the private sector, the military is struggling with retaining members and placing the best candidates in the most needed IT positions. Extra training can develop people to be more flexible and more highly skilled in their jobs, experts say. “If I’m a new airman, what is a good roadmap for me? Most of them don’t have that answer,” said Brandon Dusin, a CDW•G advanced technology account executive for the Air Force, Space Force and other defense agencies.

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Disaster Zone blog

AUGUST 28, 2023

All the property losses from natural disasters need to be covered.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

AUGUST 31, 2023

As surveyed CFOs concurrently manage defensive and growth-oriented considerations, they expect major changes in the months ahead and see two pivotal paths for strengthening their organizations.

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Super Library Marketing

AUGUST 30, 2023

Watch this video now #LibraryMarketing Show, episode 205 It’s been more than a month since Threads was released into the world. And I’ll be honest… I still have no idea what to think of the newest social media platform. Every day that goes by I wonder… is it going to be the next big thing in library marketing? Or is it an experiment doomed to fail?

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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.

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