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How Cities Can Build Food System Resilience

The City Fix

Let’s not forget what we learned during 2020 about the fragility of our food supply chains:?the prevailing, globalized model is as fragile as a spider web. It can shatter into dangling threads in times of crisis, such as a pandemic.

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Why Agencies Do, And Don’t, Move to the Cloud

GovLoop

Cloud-based technology can make agencies more efficient and reduce stress on government workforces. But not all public-sector entities embrace the cloud; in fact, some strongly resist it. During a recent online training entitled “Top Reasons Agencies Are Moving to Cloud in 2023,” GovLoop heard from three government and industry experts, who discussed why agencies sometimes balk at adopting cloud solutions.

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What is blockchain?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Blockchain is a secure database shared across a network of participants, where up-to-date information is available to all participants at the same time.

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Municipalities Apply Smart City Tech to Enhance Safety of Busy Entertainment Districts

State Tech Magazine

People flock to urban entertainment districts for sporting events, nightlife and social gatherings, often making them tricky places to patrol for safety. As more municipalities experiment with smart city technology, quite a few are making initial investments in these busy zones where the Internet of Things can assist with public safety. In the county of Arlington, Va., partygoers often gather on the weekend in the Clarendon neighborhood, where a high number of restaurants and bars in a small are

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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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Smart City Practices for Equitable Development

NLC (National League of Cities)

Community development leaders continuously balance resource, budget and land constraints. While smart city practices are still relatively new in city government, there are many practical applications for cities invested in advancing equitable community development.

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Federal Agencies Lead Other Industries in Zero-Trust Adoption

FedTech Magazine

As technology continues to evolve rapidly, so do new cybersecurity threats. With the move to cloud-based technology, old forms of defense have become obsolete, and individuals who work remotely may be signing in using devices that are not be as well protected as their work desktops. Zero-trust security is an answer to these new cybersecurity problems, and according to a new report from Okta, the Biden administration’s executive order is motivating the federal government to adopt the approach.

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How Railroads Mitigate Cyberthreats Against Their Networks

State Tech Magazine

What if hackers attacked a rail company 2,745,267 times in just six weeks? This was the thought experiment conceived by Project Honeytrain, which was created in 2015 by European security experts to analyze how cybercriminals would gain access to a Potemkin railroad created wholly online. The primary method of assault was millions of automated dictionary attacks, which work to break unknown passwords.

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New Grant Program to Connect More Households to Discounted Broadband 

NLC (National League of Cities)

It has been nearly a year since the Federal Communications Commission launched the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) – a $14.2 billion dollar opportunity created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The ACP aims to close the digital divide by assisting qualifying low-income households with affording broadband service. Qualifying households can receive a $30 monthly discount on […] Source.

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Fact or Fallacy: Misconceptions Linger About Broadband Access for All

FedTech Magazine

Agencies have made significant strides toward improving the availability and affordability of broadband service in recent years. The Federal Communications Commission has specifically made efforts to bring underserved and remote areas up to speed technologically to bridge the connectivity divide. A key step in many of those efforts has been the development of formal, statewide broadband expansion plans that use data and stakeholder input to identify and refine goals, recommend activities and det

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The state of AI in 2022—and a half decade in review

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The results of this year’s McKinsey Global Survey on AI show the expansion of the technology’s use since we began tracking it five years ago, but with a nuanced picture underneath.

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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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AWS selected for U.S. Department of Defense Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability contract

AWS Public Sector Blog

In 2021, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) announced the creation of the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC) contract—a multi-vendor acquisition vehicle designed to make cloud services and capabilities available at all classification levels and across all security domains, from the enterprise to the tactical edge. JWCC will enable the DoD to fully leverage the capabilities of the cloud to meet current and future mission initiatives.

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Five Talent Management Strategies for Cities in the New Talent Landscape 

NLC (National League of Cities)

Talent management is a highly effective, strategic approach to organizational culture. Attracting and retaining qualified employees while planning for the continuity of operations amidst an ever-changing environment in the wake of COVID-19 is not an easy task, especially for city administrations across the country. Bureaucratic practices often hinder local government agencies from using newer, more […] Source.

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Re: Understanding Compliance Between Commercial, Government and DoD Offerings - March 2022 Update

Microsoft Public Sector

Can someone check my logic on the potential to use Azure Commercial for CUI and ITARs if the following compensating controls are place: All Azure workloads (VM, AKS, Log Analytics) use Azure Disks and Storage Accounts which are encrypted with Customer Managed Keys, using Azure Key Vault (FIPS 140-2 Level 2 certified).

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African banking: The productivity opportunity

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

African banks can increase their productivity to enhance competitiveness, build resilience, and deliver new value to customers—even in the face of a tightening global business environment.

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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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Pediatric cancer researchers use AWS to accelerate Cancer Moonshot

AWS Public Sector Blog

Children’s Brain Tumor Network (CBTN), Amazon Web Services (AWS) clinical leadership, and patient advocates met to discuss how technology can improve approaches to pediatric oncology research. Earlier this year, US President Joe Biden set a goal to end cancer as we know it by improving prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment. In reigniting the Cancer Moonshot , the Administration will bring relevant departments and agencies together to form a Cancer Cabinet and has issued a call to actio

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CDT Gives Ovations to Outstanding Employees

California Department of Technology

December 7, 2022 – CDT’s annual Ovation Award recognizes the accomplishments of individuals and groups within the Department whose exceptional efforts have helped secure better services for Californians. The Performance Excellence Award recognizes an individual whose efforts have gone beyond their typical duties. Keri Nomura, a Staff Services Manager in the Office of Professional Development (OPD), received this year’s top honor. .

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Review: Dragon Law Enforcement Saves Time for Busy Law Enforcement

State Tech Magazine

Document processing and call routing are the lifeblood of any police station. Despite the efficiencies of American law enforcement, reams of paperwork can sometimes clog the gears of justice — or at least slow it down. Because documentation is a vital component in all legal matters, every law enforcement agency strives to increase speed and accuracy when creating those documents and reducing bottlenecks.

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Grant Tools, Tips, Lists, and Hacks

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

Is it just me, or are grant professionals obsessed with numbered lists? I see them everywhere – from blog posts to webinars to podcast episodes. Top 8 ways to ruin a grant proposal. Top 25 tech tools to improve your productivity. Top 5 prospect research companies. We all love a good list, especially a checklist, but goodness! And listen, I’m just as guilty for writing and reading said lists.

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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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Understanding wildfire risk in a changing climate with open data and AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

A changing climate is impacting the risks facing American properties, communities, and businesses as perils like flood, fire, heat, and drought become more common and more severe. The First Street Foundation (First Street) , a nonprofit research and technology group, is committed to making climate risk information accessible, simple to understand, and actionable for individuals, governments, and industry.

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How one state jockeys for drone, AV leadership

GCN

The Arkansas Council on Future Mobility called on the state to capitalize on the rapidly changing mobility landscape by investing in its tech infrastructure and workforce.

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Designing out of difficult times

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Design matters—and not just in good times. CEOs who embrace design can enhance strategy and better navigate this age of volatility.

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How to Effectively Plan Your Public Involvement Initiative for Transport

Social Pinpoint

In this new three-part blog series, follow Adrienne Hamilton’s journey to get a client-side view of successful project planning, launching, and reporting of a public involvement initiative for transport. The post How to Effectively Plan Your Public Involvement Initiative for Transport appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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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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Internet-Connected Technologies Can Improve Services, but Face Risks of Cyberattacks

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

Our nation’s critical infrastructure includes sectors that provide essential services, such as electricity, health care, and transportation. These sectors increasingly rely on internet-connected technologies to support their mission and operation.

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Revisiting the Community Land Trust: An Academic Literature Review

Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

Housing costs and supply are dominating the news at the moment. Housing is the highest monthly bill typical Americans face, reaching an average of $1674 a month in 2021. Housing prices have increased far faster than incomes (Miller 2015), making affordable homeownership inaccessible for many aspiring homeowners (Hackett et al. 2019). This has been especially true in major municipalities , and North Carolina has been no exception.

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Building a creator economy

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Marc Petit, Vice President of Unreal Engine Ecosystem at Epic Games, is optimistic about the promise of the metaverse, which he says will depend on real-time streaming of interactive, 3D content. An edited version of the conversation from our ‘Value creation in the metaverse’ report follows.

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Startups get hands-on intro to the smart city space

GCN

The Smart Futures Lab in Denver provides a physical and digital community where participants can hone their technology and find government partners.

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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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Research Shows States Need to Budget More for Wildfires

Disaster Zone blog

You cannot base future cost projections on past expenditures.

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Holiday Deliveries—Important Shipping Deadlines and USPS’s Efforts to Meet Them

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

The holiday season is here and there’s so much to do! Choosing the perfect holiday cards or presents for your loved ones takes a lot of thought. But you will also want to ensure your gifts arrive on time. Americans shipped more than 50 million.

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How retailers in Europe can navigate rising inflation

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

With inflation at record highs throughout Europe, retailers are under more pressure than ever. Those that act quickly and follow a holistic playbook can be well positioned to thrive.

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Chinese drones could expose state, local governments

GCN

Amid the uncertainty surrounding drones’ cybersecurity, a new program vets drones to ensure they meet rigorous security requirements.

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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.