Open Access Government - Technology News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Chirag Karnik, CEO of Neyo Ltd., explains how ServiceNow AIOps and decision intelligence can redefine government operations, increase efficiency, and enhance citizen services In today’s dynamic and data-driven world, governments around the globe are facing the pressing need to make faster, more accurate decisions that impact operational outcomes. The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) and the evolving field of decision intelligence are providing revolutionary solutions to this challenge.

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Next City

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The 1-acre garden, in the middle of a 35,000-acre former mine, is supplying thousands of pounds of fresh produce to families in three Texas counties that have few grocery stores.

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Summer Camp Programming

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

SHOW NOTES After a long summer, we are back. Chris and his family have moved to Indiana and are at a new camp. Curt has been on an RV trip around the US for six months. Both guys are exhausted but excited to return to the podcast. HOSTS CURT JACKSON CHRIS KALLAL The post SCP 190: We’re Back first appeared on Summer Camp Programming. The post SCP 190: We’re Back appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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State Tech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

As state and local governments charge out of the days of the pandemic, leading IT officials are bursting with transformative initiatives that are reshaping the public sector technology landscape. In their work, these officials rely more than ever on partnerships across jurisdictions and with the private sector. Where visible, these strong relationships informed StateTech's list of 30 State and Local Government IT Influencers Worth a Follow in 2023.

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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 29, 2023

Local officials expect our leaders in Washington to meet their most basic obligation and keep the federal government open. Federal shutdowns, partial or total, have an immediate impact – both on local budgets and the most vulnerable residents in our communities. Those impacts are compounded by the broad economic uncertainty resulting from the shutdown itself.

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Next City

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

After decades of declining enrollment, St. Paul Public Schools made a bold bet: offer families a school with support in seven different languages. The school’s first-time principal had one summer to get it done.

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State Tech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In June, the Public Technology Institute published its 10th annual State of City and County IT National Survey. In it, 61 local government IT executives ranked their top management and operational priorities, and to no one’s surprise, cybersecurity remained at the top of the list. The survey found that “following cybersecurity on the list of IT executive priorities are modernizing outdated IT systems and applications, and innovation/applying technology in new ways to help solve problems.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Negotiations continue in Congress to fund the federal government. Failure to pass a funding agreement before the deadline could lead to a federal government shutdown on October 1, 2023, which would have wide ranging consequences for American communities. This includes significant repercussions for local public safety programs.

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The City Fix

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

It’s an island no one in their right mind wants to be on, but sadly many of us increasingly find ourselves due to global warming. “Heat islands” are a concept British climatologist Gordon Manley came up with way back in.

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OpenGov

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

OpenGov Permitting & Licensing recently hit a big milestone—the number of communities powering every permitting and licensing workflow has hit 500. That’s over 500 municipalities where we’re having a direct […] The post Major Milestone for OpenGov Permitting & Licensing: The Journey to 500 Empowered Communities appeared first on OpenGov.

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FedTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Heads up! Solar Cycle 25 is here. This 11-year cycle of the sun’s activity is expected to reach its peak in 2025, with solar flares and eruptions that can wreak havoc on Earth. Intense currents driven by space weather can have severe impacts, damaging or destroying critical infrastructure, interrupting the internet and other communications and leading to power outages.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

If Congress does not pass legislation to fund the federal government past midnight on September 30, it will trigger a federal shutdown. At this point, a federal government shutdown appears imminent. A government shutdown would adversely affect many of America’s 19,000 cities, towns and villages.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The energy transition is spurring unprecedented market volatility and uncertainty. Here’s how traders, producers, and broader energy players can prepare.

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Homeroom

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Earlier this month, we celebrated National Arts in Education Week. Encompassing visual arts, music, theater, and dance, arts education is pivotal in fostering creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. The annual celebration is a time to reflect on the arts’ profound impact on student learning and development and an opportunity to help ensure even more Continue Reading The post Supporting Learning Through the Arts: An Interview with Deputy Secretary Cindy Marten on Raising The Ba

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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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FedTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Damaging cyberattacks — many by sophisticated adversaries ranging from organized crime groups to rival nations — continuously bombard federal agencies. A breach of the MOVEit file transfer service in June is just one of several recent cyber incidents that victimized federal organizations, such as the Department of Energy, but external threats aren’t the only source of government cyber risk.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Cultural backgrounds significantly influence an individual’s perspectives, decision-making, viewpoints, and various other aspects of our life experiences. From familial influences to shaping values, heritage, and even elements like food and music, cultural backgrounds also play a pivotal role in shaping our professional journeys.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

What will define the next age of travel? Digital technology and artificial intelligence are empowering the industry to reimagine the travel experience and unlock long-term growth.

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Homeroom

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

By: Jessica Ramakis, Director, Grants Policy Office, Office of Planning Evaluation and Policy Development, and Matthew Soldner, Commissioner, National Center for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance, Institute of Education Sciences & Evaluation Officer, U.S. Department of Education The U.S. Department of Education (ED) strives to support the education community–including families, students, educators, State and local Continue Reading The post Advancing Opportunity through Building an

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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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Professional Grant Writer

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Even well-organized, well-established nonprofits may find their grant writing efforts are failing. There are several reasons this may be happening, and you might. The post Why your grant writing efforts are failing appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

We’ve already seen what can happen when one of the nation’s critical services is disrupted by a cyberattack. In May 2021, a ransomware attack on Colonial Pipeline led to the temporary disruption of gasoline and petroleum product delivery across much.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Middle managers can drive the success of organizations, but first they need the skills to succeed. Targeted training can help.

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Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The following are articles and reports on the web that the Community and Economic Development Program at the UNC School of Government shared through social media over the past month. Follow us on twitter or facebook to receive regular updates. Items of interest related to CED in North Carolina: UNC SOG faculty Kristina Wilson on “Three Public Records Law Changes in the 2023 Budget.” One on economic development allows withholding records pertaining to the identification, evaluatio

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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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Open Access Government - Technology News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Chief Technology Officer at Zama Dr Pascal Paillier talks to Open Access Government about why privacy in healthcare matters, the privacy barriers faced by the industry and how Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) could help Q: Tell us a bit about you and your area of expertise I’m currently the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and co-founder of Zama, a startup that powers machine learning and other applications with homomorphic encryption to ensure data privacy.

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GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The U.S. spends billions of dollars to train and equip foreign security forces in order to address global threats such as terrorism and narcotics trafficking. But is this assistance working? Today’s WatchBlog post looks at our two recent reports.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

As the landscape of real estate changes, stakeholders need to adapt to find pockets of opportunity while supporting and maintaining tenants.

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Homeroom

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

By: Naomi Stern, Federation of American Scientists Environmental Sustainability and Infrastructure Impact Fellow, U.S. Department of Education This September, I had the honor of participating in the 2023 Green Strides Tour in California. As a fellow with the U.S. Department of Education, I knew that the schools and districts we would visit represent diverse examples Continue Reading The post Highlighting Climate Solutions in California on the 2023 Green Strides Tour appeared first on ED.gov Blog

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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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Open Access Government - Technology News

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Dominic Norton, Sales Director at Spitfire Network Services, explores the crucial role of data networks in seamless IP telephony migration In an era of ever-evolving communication technologies, transitioning from traditional analogue and digital telephony to IP telephony (VoIP) has become a pivotal shift for businesses and organisations. As of 5th September 2023, Openreach’s National Stop Sell of ISDN digital and PSTN analogue telephone lines marked a significant milestone, accelerating the move

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The City Fix

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The rapid acceleration of electric vehicle adoption in the United States comes with the risk of leaving historically disadvantaged communities behind if charging infrastructure isn’t adequately expanded. Many people of color and people living in rural areas, low-income neighborhoods and.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The past few years of upheaval have underscored procurement’s importance for generating value. The next few years could make its contributions even more critical.

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Super Library Marketing

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Watch this video now #LibraryMarketing Show, episode 209 I am proposing that you throw out one-third of your planned marketing and promotions for the next 12 months! I know it’s a big ask. But I want you to use that space to create marketing and promotions that fight back against the biggest existential threat libraries have ever faced in their existence.

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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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