Next City
NOVEMBER 24, 2022
It’s crunch time for many of Bristol’s post-war housing estates. Could the city’s radical co-design projects go beyond lip service to deliver regeneration at scale?
Disaster Zone blog
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Five early indicators on women in the metaverse reveal gender inequality—especially in the leadership creating and setting metaverse standards.
Homeroom
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
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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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.
NLC (National League of Cities)
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
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.
FedTech Magazine
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
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.
Public Administration Today brings together the best content for professionals in the public administration field from the widest variety of thought leaders.
State Tech Magazine
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
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.
The City Fix
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
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.
FedTech Magazine
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
Serverless architecture is not a new concept in government IT, but it is in the early phases of adoption. When it comes to computer models, it’s an upcoming trend to keep an eye on. Despite its name, a serverless architecture does require servers. After all, applications need a place to run. However, a serverless architecture differs from server-based architectures because it is managed by a cloud service provider, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google, or Microsoft Azure.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Organizations are starting to embrace advanced analytics as a core pillar of innovation within their general and administrative functions.
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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.
NLC (National League of Cities)
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
This year, over 3,600 local elected officials, partners and municipal staff from 49 states, DC, and Puerto Rico traveled to Kansas City, MO for our first in-person City Summit since 2019. Attendees spent three days attending sessions on the most pressing issues facing America’s cities, towns, and villages.
GCN
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Amid a nationwide push to electrify transportation, observers said that cybersecurity doesn’t get appropriate attention.
FedTech Magazine
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
As federal agencies work towards a zero-trust environment, identity verification becomes critical. Users be able to verify their information before entering the network, and they will need assistance in protecting those credentials. Captured credentials remain the most efficient and undetected technique for compromising an enterprise, and well-designed identity and access management (IAM) programs are a critical barrier against these threats.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
With new opportunities on the horizon, the Thai banking industry could ignite new growth and invigorate its profitability by redefining its meaning and purpose, reinventing its traditional role, and making bold and innovative operational changes.
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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.
The Market Urbanism Report
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
It's time for cities to analyze the ROI of different curb space usage.
GCN
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
New York City’s efforts to modernize school transportation have been dogged by delays — like its buses — but this new effort will allow parents and schools to monitor them.
Super Library Marketing
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
Select the video above to watch this episode. The Library Marketing???????? Show, Episode 168: This episode is another must-watch for any library that posts on Twitter. Elon Musk’s takeover of the social media platform has thrown Twitter into chaos. And many libraries are seriously thinking about deactivating their accounts. I’ll share three things to consider before you make that decision.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
Alison Watkins, who is a board member of CSL, the Reserve Bank of Australia, and Wesfarmers, believes that there is growing alignment—and a healthier balance—between CEOs and board members.
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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.
Open Access Government - Technology News
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
The main ethical challenges of AI fall into four broad categories: digital amplification, discrimination, security and control and inequality. With greater scrutiny of tech practices and calls for transparency, businesses must manage the deployment of smart AI while ensuring privacy safeguards , preventing bias in algorithmic decision-making, and meeting guidelines in highly regulated industries.
GCN
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
While many states have low customer satisfaction, some are bucking that trend by investing in technology to improve processes, according to research from McKinsey.
State Tech Magazine
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
Government agencies have come to embrace commercial, off-the-shelf products as more practical in today’s fast-paced tech environment. COTS products are quicker and simpler to procure, with little need for extra development. Even the intelligence community, rife with classified and sensitive material, is moving in that direction. State and local agencies have embraced COTS products, but they also have begun to realize they need customization and plenty of support for these new products.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
Legislation governing public services can affect the potential for digitization. Digital-compatibility checks leveraging “rules as code” could help.
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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
Disaster Zone blog
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
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GCN
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Federal agencies most involved with cybersecurity should improve communication with each other and with other levels of government, GAO said.
GovLoop
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
In today’s very competitive world, it is often difficult to find great talent. Someone who can play many roles on your team, be a leader, a motivator and an individual whom other employees look up to. They are typically the cornerstone of your team, a leader not in title but in action. They are self-driven and not only see your vision and strategy, but often influence others in the implementation of that strategy.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 24, 2022
Banks finance carbon-emitting businesses, and they finance decarbonization of the economy, as well. How effectively they address financed emissions can make all the difference.
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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.
AWS Public Sector Blog
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
An Aadhaar number is a 12-digit unique identification number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to every individual in India. An Aadhaar number can be used to support various government subsidies and acts as a vital proof of identity and proof of address for opening a fixed deposit account, applying for a passport, investing in mutual funds, and more.
GCN
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Data use standards and purpose-built software can help agencies protect individuals’ privacy while allowing for meaningful statistical analysis, NIST says.
GovLoop
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
Everyone is facing higher costs for almost everything. Medical and dependent care expenses are no exception. Health care costs rose faster in 2021 than they have in at least ten years. Childcare and elder care also went up. One way to save on those outlays is a flexible spending account (FSA). For federal employees, the FSA is FSAFEDS. With FSAFEDS, funds are automatically deducted from your paycheck before payroll taxes and put into an account you can use throughout the year to cover qualified
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
Exascale is the next milestone in computing. It’s a higher level of computer performance that will have unprecedented impact on society and the economy.
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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