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What is the global stocktake?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The global stocktake is an assessment of progress made toward mitigating global warming since the Paris Agreement in 2015. The results from the first-ever global stocktake will be discussed at COP28.

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How El Paso’s Streetcars Rose Again

Next City

The rise and fall and – thanks to a guerilla art campaign and the tenacity of several city officials – rise again of El Paso's iconic streetcars.

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Ep 22: Sticking Points- A Book Review and Discussion of Generations in the Workplace

Summer Camp Programming

SHOW NOTES Shauna and Kelie discuss a recent book they read, Sticking Points by Haydn Shaw about the 4-5 generations that are in the workplace and how it relates to camp! Sticking Points by Haydn Shaw Want to add to our conversation? Have a question you want us to discuss? Email Us: exploringcampsides@gmail.com HOSTS KELIE […] The post Ep 22: Sticking Points- A Book Review and Discussion of Generations in the Workplace first appeared on Summer Camp Programming.

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School Librarians: One of a Student’s Best Resources

Homeroom

Educators and students, don’t forget to tap into one of your best resources as you begin this school year…your school librarian! In today’s school libraries, you can find lively, vibrant spaces focused on learning and community. A school librarian provides personalized learning environments and offers equitable access to resources to ensure a well-rounded education for Continue Reading The post School Librarians: One of a Student’s Best Resources appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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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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Pandemic-Tested Telehealth Technology Expands into Mainstream Care

FedTech Magazine

In a pilot physical therapy program run by the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Asheville, N.C., veterans work to save a medieval village from a fire-breathing dragon. “While they’re tracking the dragon, they have to keep it in their line of sight,” says Caitlin Rawlins, deputy director of clinical tech innovation in the VA’s Office of Healthcare, Innovation and Learning.

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Terrorism is not war

Disaster Zone blog

Killing civilians is not a wartime objective.

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Generative AI in education: Building AI solutions using course lecture content

AWS Public Sector Blog

The education sector has gone through a transformative technological change in the last few years. First, the pandemic created a rise in e-learning solutions, as teachers and students adopted digital platforms for communicating, teaching and learning, and managing academic information. These solutions show that students all over the world can get quality education over the internet.

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Thriving Communities TA: Helping Local Governments Coordinating Housing and Infrastructure

NLC (National League of Cities)

Article by Pam Blumenthal, social science analyst, Office of Policy Development and Research at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; and Sarah Schaefer, social science analyst, Office of Policy Development and Research at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

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Author Talks: Am I making myself clear?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Feeling misunderstood? A BBC journalist shares the communication blunders that keep you from getting your point across and what you can do to avoid them.

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Modernizing Video Infrastructure for Sharing and Interoperability

State Tech Magazine

Law enforcement agencies across the country are realizing the benefits of access to shared video streams from the private sector. Agencies today can leverage real-time intelligence from video and other sensor data from business campuses, homeowners associations and entertainment venues. Easy access to data in real time and recorded data for investigative purposes is not only yielding anecdotal success stories but also having a consequential impact on crime statistics as well.

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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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Citizens Stay in Touch with Federal Agencies Via Teleconferencing

FedTech Magazine

With the possible exception of lawyers, most people would do almost anything to avoid spending time in a federal courtroom. But there’s good news for those who have with dates at the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. Today, with the judge’s permission, it’s possible to attend those hearings remotely. In fact, says IT Director Chris Warner, the USCFC has offered videoconferencing for years.

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Your Library Promotions Are Probably Missing One Essential Step for Success. No Sweat! ? Here’s How To Fix It. Plus: A Challenge!

Super Library Marketing

Photo courtesy Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library This week I want you, my dear reader, to make me a promise. Please, for the love of all that is wonderful and majestic about libraries, add one critical step to your library marketing and promotions. I want you to start setting goals. Now, I know this may make you sigh/scream/cry/get angry at me.

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Leveraging generative AI in Europe: The opportunities and challenges

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

What makes Europe different when it comes to harnessing the opportunities of gen AI? Our leaders share their perspectives.

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Data Ecosystems Help Agencies Succeed

GovLoop

In data transformation, it helps to view things through a different lens. “It’s looking at your data like an ecosystem,” said Winston Chang, Chief Technology Officer for the Global Public Sector at Snowflake, a leading data cloud company. “Think of the quality data that lives and breathes as an ecosystem.” As data management health grows, so does the entire organization.

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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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Google Public Sector and Carahsoft launch ATO Accelerator for ISV Partners

Google Public Sector

Google Public Sector and Carahsoft are launching an Authority to Operate (ATO) accelerator to support independent software vendors (ISVs) in their journey to achieve compliance authorizations, such as FedRAMP, DoD Impact Levels, and StateRAMP programs, to serve government agencies. The global cloud services market for the public sector is projected to grow exponentially - driven by the need for IT modernization, cost savings, and enhanced efficiency.

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Nairobi Highlights Air Quality During Africa Climate Week

The City Fix

Against the backdrop of the Africa Climate Summit and Africa Climate Week, Nairobi hosted the UN Environment Programme’s fourth annual International Clean Air Day for blue skies event with Nairobi City County Governor, Sakaja Johnson, on September 7th, 2023. This.

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The Insider Threat Related to Cybercrime With GovPilot

GovPilot

Cybercrime is on the rise, there is no denying that as hackers get more advanced and the rise in ransom amounts to retrieve stolen data is steadily increasing. Every organization, business, or individual that has a computer, smart phone, or any electronic web-based device or holds sensitive information, data, trade secrets, bank accounts, or intellectual property on a digital file can be a victim of a devastating cybercrime.

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AI legislation is vital towards empowering the UK economy

Open Access Government - Technology News

AI legislation is vital for the UK’s AI revolution, enabling businesses to drive economic growth while fostering trust in emerging AI technologies A recent University of Cambridge report advocates tax incentives for UK businesses engaged in AI product development and integration. These incentives aim to unleash augmented productivity potential.

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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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New silicon carbide prospects emerge as market adapts to EV expansion

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Rising electric-vehicle adoption is boosting demand for crucial silicon carbide power electronics components. How can semiconductor players, automotive OEMs, and others create value amid disruption?

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Pink City to Green City: Building Jaipur’s Climate Resilience Through Nature-Based Solutions

The City Fix

India experienced almost one extreme weather event per day in the first nine months of 2022. And the state of Rajasthan is no stranger to this phenomenon, with its capital city, Jaipur, ranking 22nd on the Global Climate Vulnerability Index.

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Public Sector Guide to jumpstart your secure gen AI journey

Google Public Sector

The impact of generative AI for the public sector can be groundbreaking. Generative AI empowers agencies with an always-on AI collaborator, helping workers be more collaborative, creative, and productive. In practice, this could mean generative AI serves as a brainstorming assistant to draft and iterate content or drive conversational, real-time interactions with constituents on agency websites.

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U.S. Immigration Courts See a Significant and Growing Backlog

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

More than 2 million cases are pending in U.S. immigration courts. This backlog has more than tripled since the start of fiscal year 2017. The effects of the backlog are significant and widespread. In particular, the backlog causes delays and poses.

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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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Global Economics Intelligence executive summary, September 2023

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Some leading indicators improved, though outlook still fragile; confidence stable but consumers lean toward saving; inflation and trade volumes continue downward trend.

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Creating a “Digital Commons” to Harness Data for Africa’s Urban Transport Systems 

The City Fix

In Africa, as elsewhere, advances in computing power, data storage, and sensor and satellite technologies have unleashed unprecedented opportunities but also challenges. The mobile phone has become a powerful tool for generating vast amounts of data. This data can, in.

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Google Public Sector partner demo portal: Accelerating solution adoption for customers

Google Public Sector

Google Public Sector is committed to helping advance the missions of education and government agencies through cloud technology in a secure and responsible way. We are proud to partner with other industry experts across technology and service providers in our Google Cloud partner ecosystem to holistically understand public sector specific pain points and build joint solutions to help public sector leaders solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges - from extending critical language servi

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Public service leaders join a celebration of the 2023 Service to America Medal® winners

Partnership for Public Service

The Partnership for Public Service hosted the 22 nd annual Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals ®, or the Sammies, at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, Oct. 17. Why the Sammies matter The Sammies, the premier recognition program known as “the Oscars of government,” honor federal employees who improve our lives for the better and show how our government benefits society.

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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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Author Talks: Ron Shaich shares leadership lessons on what matters most and why

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Ron Shaich, founder of Panera Bread and Au Bon Pain, explains why discovery, innovation, and transformation pave the way to success.

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Key Takeaways for the GWBC Session as a Seasoned Grant Professional

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

Recently, I attended MyFedTrainer ’s Grant Writing Boot Camp (GWBC) hosted by our team’s founder and President, Diane H. Leonard, GPC, RST. Having written many federal grants in the past, I was excited to hear insights from another seasoned grant professional. There was helpful new information provided, as well as important reminders to remember when working on federal grant applications.

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Stanford launches platform for high-risk data on Google Cloud

Google Public Sector

Managing high risk data , whether Protected Health Information or social security numbers, is difficult for academic researchers across many domains. Each institution has its own guidelines to safeguard different kinds of datasets, and governmental agencies and funding organizations have their own regulations and compliance requirements. To address these challenges, Stanford Research Computing Center (SRCC) teamed up with Stanford’s School of Medicine and Google Cloud to fund, design, and launch

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Take Charge of the Narrative

Careers in Government

Find ways to maintain a narrative of good, provide a way to do good, and reward efforts to serve others both inside and outside of the workforce. The post Take Charge of the Narrative appeared first on Careers in Government.

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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.