Government Technology Insider

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Over the last few weeks, we have explored multi-domain architecture benefits that can deliver for federal agencies. In short, multi-domain architecture lays the foundation of a future-focused IT environment; one that will serve an agency for years to come and help avoid the pitfalls of legacy environments. that many agencies know all too well. However, several qualifiers need to be addressed to make sure that agencies realize the full breadth of multi-domain architecture benefits.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

With more public and private actors entering the arena, outer space is getting crowded. Good governance could limit conflicts and help keep the space economy on a growth trajectory.

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GCN

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Fully representative datasets are crucial for creating accurate narratives and targeted interventions.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

As part of the Amazon Sustainability Data Initiative (ASDI) , Amazon Web Services (AWS) invited Seán Lynch, the founder of OpenLitterMap , to share how AWS technologies and open data are helping to solve global challenges like biodiversity loss and plastic pollution with citizen science. Solutions like OpenLitterMap help unlock the potential that a global abundance of technology has for the collection and dissemination of pertinent data that is an instrumental part of positive social change.

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In a rapidly evolving landscape, the integration of digital software into Public Works teams has become imperative. This shift presents an opportunity to transcend traditional approaches, unlocking new levels of efficiency, cost savings, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This eBook offers comprehensive strategies to navigate this transformation.

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Disaster Zone blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

There is a “responsible party” who should pay for everything.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The small-and-midsize-business market has huge potential, but it’s also highly competitive and fragmented. Tech providers must understand the unique, evolving needs and preferences of small companies.

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State Tech Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The National Association of State Chief Information Officers recently released its State CIO Top 10 Policy and Technology Priorities for 2023, and cybersecurity and risk management are a top focus this year. With the increase in threats from state and rogue actors, this really comes as no surprise. The intentionality of adopting cyber risk management practices will increase defense capabilities and enable states to better understand the underlying risk of breaches.

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Disaster Zone blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Old measures and old laws are not made for climate impacts.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

McKinsey research identified more than 30 measures that smallholder farmers can pursue to adapt to and mitigate climate change.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

This year, local leaders should keep an eye out for the reauthorization of the most impactful piece of legislation related to agriculture and food, commonly referred to as the Farm Bill.

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Digital transformation is reshaping government interactions, bringing agencies closer to the communities they serve. However, while many have adopted new digital tools, few have implemented comprehensive strategies to maximize their benefits. Our Strategic Workbook for Modern Government offers a step-by-step guide to developing a sustainable digital strategy.

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State Tech Magazine

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

The era of bots has arrived. According to CPO Magazine, Internet of Things has been “the primary force behind the biggest distributed denial of service (DDoS) botnet attacks for some time.” This risk is reflected in recent attack efforts. From August to December 2022, malicious actors made more than 134 million exploit attempts on IoT devices using a remote code execution flaw in the Realtek Jungle Software Development Kit.

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Disaster Zone blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

How climate change is impacting our weather and disasters.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

As 5G technology transforms industries, telcos’ ability to maximize the opportunity will depend on transforming themselves from network providers to outcome providers with a new approach to monetization.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Huntington, West Virginia, is a gateway to economic transformation in Appalachia. Our community is at the center of the Huntington-Ashland-Ironton metropolitan area spanning seven counties and three states. We’re also at the center of workforce revitalization, particularly for our municipal workforce.

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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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FedTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Air Force squadrons such as the 561st Network Operations Squadron are getting “a lot” of exposure to zero-trust security as they prepare to overhaul security architectures, according to its commander. Speaking Tuesday at the Rocky Mountain Cyberspace Symposium 2023, Lt. Col. Alphanso Adams said the 561st NOS modernized the boundary resets at engineering bases about seven months ago, work necessary to begin the transition to zero-trust architectures.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Sustainability is increasingly taking up a prominent role across all sectors and industries. Sustainability is now a crucial part of organisational strategy and the sustainability landscape is continuously evolving. There is a need to address sustainability challenges collectively and move organisations from reactive to proactive to unlock scalable business models.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

A boom in adoption of new technologies could help fuel innovation and cost reduction, but the industry must navigate several issues to deliver on the full promise of xRAN.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

A few things come to mind when people think about Louisville, Kentucky: the Greatest of All Time Muhammad Ali, the Kentucky Derby, and of course, bourbon. While lesser well-known, Louisville is also on the leading edge of rethinking public housing thanks to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Choice Neighborhoods program.

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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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Careers in Government

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Sometimes, bias can show up subconsciously, even when creating a job posting. You might have used discriminatory or offensive language. The post How to Meet Job Posting Requirements for Federal Contractors appeared first on Careers in Government.

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The City Fix

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

From a road safety standpoint, intersections are one of the most critical parts of a city’s streetscape and transportation network. In most cities, they account for the highest number of interactions between vehicles and pedestrians. To increase safety at one.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The ‘resilience agenda,’ developed by the World Economic Forum with McKinsey & Company, is the first serious program to coordinate long-term solutions throughout our disrupted world.

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Microsoft Public Sector

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Newsworthy Highlights Microsoft 365 Government price updates - into effect March 1st 2023 On August 2021 we announced an update to our pricing for Microsoft 365 (which applies to all commercial customers: Enterprise, US Government, and Business). Announcing Windows 365 and AVD for Government AMA February 22nd Join us for our Windows 365 and/or Azure Virtual Desktop in government Ask Microsoft Anything (AMA) with members of the engineering and product teams On February 22nd at 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM

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Dive into this comprehensive guide to inclusivity and accessibility! This handbook equips you with indispensable insights and practical strategies to ensure every space welcomes all. Whether you're an inspector, designer, or municipal employee, streamline compliance with regulations while fostering genuine inclusivity. From detailed checklists to case studies, we cover every aspect, empowering you to create environments that prioritize accessibility without compromising service.

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Center for Community Progress

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Every year, property owners across the country receive property tax bills. Most people pay, because the consequences of not paying your property taxes seem cut and dry: Fail to pay and you may lose your property. But what happens when a private property owner walks away from a declining investment property and stops paying their taxes? And what happens to the vacant, abandoned, deteriorated properties that haven’t generated property tax revenue for their municipality in years, or even decades?

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AWS Public Sector Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Higher education institutions are turning to data to solve challenges, improve efficiency, and create a better student experience. But to obtain the answers institutions need to thrive and better serve students, they often need new technologies. Many universities are upgrading IT systems and investing in state-of-the-art analytics solutions. Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) is one institution that has taken steps to innovate by creating opportunities for evolution through Amazon Web Servic

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Insurers in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa invest significantly in advanced analytics but have unlocked a fraction of the potential value. How do top performers tip the balance in their favor?

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Microsoft Public Sector

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Hi and Paul Meacham, What is the latest status of Teams Meetings including some users from GCC High tenant and other users from a trusted Commercial Cloud tenant? The third scenario demonstrated here shows these meetings are possible if the user joining the meeting (1) uses the browser not the Teams client and (2) joins the meeting as an anonymous user.

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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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Homeroom

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program was established in 1964, by executive order of the President, to recognize and honor our nation’s most distinguished graduating high school seniors. Max Aulwes, Alan Mo, and Sreeya Pittala are three of the 2022 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program recipients for excellence in Career and Technical Education (CTE).

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State Tech Magazine

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The City of Baltimore is refining an artificial intelligence tool that helps prioritize vacant buildings for emergency demolition, specifically working to better recognize roof damage. Using geographic information systems aerial imagery, the tool looks for dark black pixels by parcel. However, doing so by building outline rather than parcel would reduce the number of shadows mistaken for roof damage.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

In the two years since McKinsey first analyzed corporate pledges to fight racial injustice, companies have continued to pledge money—but how it’s being spent remains unclear.

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FedTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The Defense Information Systems Agency’s Workforce 2025 plan aims to assign personnel with the requisite education and training to the right positions, said the agency’s director. Speaking Tuesday at the AFCEA Rocky Mountain Cyberspace Symposium, Lt. Gen. Robert Skinner said DISA will dedicate resources to recruiting talent at the high school and college levels, in part through internships, then developing employees professionally.

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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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