Google Public Sector

JULY 17, 2024

Public sector and government organizations require cloud solutions that can drive innovation and also adhere to strict sovereignty and security requirements. For years, security experts have warned of the risks of government overreliance on singular security controls. To help address public sector and government requirements, we offer Google Distributed Cloud (GDC), a comprehensive suite of solutions.

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FedTech Magazine

JULY 16, 2024

Ensuring the integrity and security of applications is paramount as agencies increasingly rely on complex software systems and interconnected application programing interfaces to drive their operations. APIs, which form the foundation of modern digital services, are attractive targets for attackers looking to exploit vulnerabilities and gain access to sensitive data.

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State Tech Magazine

JULY 18, 2024

Artificial Intelligence has the potential to transform a range of state and local government operations, improving the employee experience while elevating service delivery. But AI models need to be trained on a lot of data, and that presents a challenge. Across government at all levels, “there is a scarcity of the high-quality, highly diverse and relevant real-world data sets that are needed to train increasingly complex AI systems,” according to UNIDIR, a United Nations research organization.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JULY 16, 2024

Demand for maintenance, repair, and overhaul services is trending up in commercial aviation, but the factors responsible for that increase will shift over the next decade.

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The 2025 Business Owner Survey delivers key insights for cities, counties, and state agencies working to enhance online services. Top insights: 97% of business owners say digital access to government services is essential. Licensing and tax processes remain outdated, slowing efficiency and increasing administrative burdens. Younger entrepreneurs expect fully online, self-service options, signaling a need for modernization.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JULY 16, 2024

Which technology trends matter most for companies in 2024? New analysis by the McKinsey Technology Council highlights the adoption, development, and industry effects of advanced technologies.

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Next City

JULY 15, 2024

No water. Pricey permits. Urban farms in Essex County, New Jersey are calling on local governments and the state to make long-term investments in combating food insecurity.

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GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

JULY 16, 2024

GAO makes hundreds of new recommendations each year meant to improve federal programs and policies. But within that larger group, we annually highlight a key group we call “priority recommendations.” Priority recommendations are those that should be.

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State Tech Magazine

JULY 15, 2024

The San Jose City Council recently approved the California city’s first budget allocation dedicated to advancing the use of artificial intelligence to improve city services. “This budget allocation will allow the city to continue its efforts to lead the GovAI Coalition with the founding agencies and help other cities implement safe and responsible AI solutions,” says Chelsea Palacio, public information manager for the San Jose Information Technology Department.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JULY 16, 2024

In alignment with Singapore’s ambitious sustainability objectives , the Land Transport Authority (LTA) of Singapore is intensifying its efforts to spur the adoption of electric vehicles. This contributes to the nation’s goal of achieving 100 percent cleaner energy vehicles by 2040, and the effort leverages Amazon Web Services (AWS). LTA has set up EV-Electric Charging Pte Ltd (EVe) to manage the deployment of up to 12,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging points distributed across 2,000 Housing Dev

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Careers in Government

JULY 17, 2024

AI tools can save time and money by scanning through large volumes of applications to choose qualified candidates. The post Can AI Tools Accurately Detect Fake Candidates in Public Sector Job Postings? appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Next City

JULY 17, 2024

North Carolina is home to the world's largest population of Vietnamese Montagnards. And as Afghan refugees find their footing in Greensboro, they have wisdom to share.

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Policy & Politics Journal blog

JULY 17, 2024

by Johanna Hornung and Nils C. Bandelow How do individuals form policy preferences?

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JULY 17, 2024

For years, public health agencies have relied on paper-based case report forms to supplement the electronic laboratory reports (ELRs) they receive for reportable diseases. While ELRs provide positive test results, the accompanying case reports give public health agencies critical clinical, demographic, and risk factor data needed for effective disease investigation and response.

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Careers in Government

JULY 18, 2024

AI has the potential to significantly enhance the candidate experience in the public sector The post Powerful Ways of Improving the Candidate Experience Using AI appeared first on Careers in Government.

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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

JULY 17, 2024

Ransomware attacks just got even nastier. Picture this: An organization is hit by ransomware and it’s scrambling to recover. Then, it happens again, often with a different malware strain. Welcome to the world of dual ransomware attacks. Here are five questions about them to help you prepare. 1. Why Are Bad Actors Doubling Down? It's all about leverage and psychological pressure.

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Local Government Government 157

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JULY 18, 2024

In a new survey, CFOs report a growing focus on longer-term planning and high expectations for technology, including generative AI.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JULY 15, 2024

Amazon Web Services ( AWS) Ground Station is a cloud-based service that provides you with an opportunity to perform communication sessions with your satellite without spending a fortune on your own ground station infrastructure. AWS Ground Station balances between providing a ready-made solution and tailoring the service to meet the unique needs of each customer.

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Careers in Government

JULY 17, 2024

If COVID-19 taught us anything, it was that when the chips are down, and people are forced to work from home, often in isolation from their colleagues, the need to collaborate becomes essential. The post Leadership: Curiosity and Collaboration appeared first on Careers in Government.

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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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State Tech Magazine

JULY 16, 2024

Even with the recent push to digitize as many files and records within government as possible, many state and local agencies still do a lot of their work on paper. They therefore require reliable, accurate printing, often in color. This is especially true when it comes to places where offices are interacting with the public, because things such as fishing licenses or tax bills sometimes need to be printed.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JULY 19, 2024

Talent management starts by addressing workforce challenges, adapting to generational needs, leveraging technology in operations, and developing leadership for talent retention.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

JULY 18, 2024

In their 2023-2024 term, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) issued decisions that directly impact local governments on issues including the constitutionality of collecting impact fees, local authority to make regulations on the matter of homelessness, Title VII employment issues and public officials’ usage of social media.

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Careers in Government

JULY 19, 2024

A motivated and engaged workforce will enjoy greater job satisfaction improved retention, and helps you achieve organizational goals. The post Engage Your Team: Quick, Effective Strategies appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Breckenridge’s short-term rental boom—over 4,200 licenses —put intense pressure on the town’s small staff and manual processes. Facing compliance and efficiency challenges, the town teamed up with GovOS to automate its STR licensing. The new system: Cut admin time Reduced errors Improved the experience for property owners and town staff Discover the full impact of automation on Breckenridge’s STR management—download the case study.

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FedTech Magazine

JULY 18, 2024

Before the advent of cloud computing and self-service tech, IT professionals often drowned customers in tech jargon. But the industry’s evolution has brought a new way to interface with technology. Today, tech is intuitive and a lot more user-friendly. A toddler can master a tablet in minutes without any instruction. If it’s on, most toddlers understand the tablet’s common features in about 30 minutes or less.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JULY 19, 2024

A new survey suggests AI-powered advances could reshape aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul. But companies will need to embrace digital disruption.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

JULY 19, 2024

Co-authored by Martha Fedorowicz, Training and Technical Assistance Manager, Urban Institute Creating equitable climate resilience is one of the most pressing—and most complex—challenges facing city leaders today. Extreme weather from climate change affects all facets of communities, including commerce, local government operations, environmental quality, and health.

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Careers in Government

JULY 16, 2024

Fortunately, government positions tend to prioritize transferable skills over line items on a resume. The post From Private Sector to Public Good: Transferring Business Intelligence Skills to a Career in Government appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Google Public Sector

JULY 19, 2024

At Google, we believe the approach to cloud infrastructure should be informed, in part, by understanding the relative “health” of the Internet. Defining and measuring these vital statistics can help proactively and systemically identify and address conditions that make the internet unhealthy, unsafe and insecure. Crucially, they can be used to help craft a holistic view of the internet that applies the principles and science of public health to cybersecurity — an emerging field known as Cyber Pu

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JULY 17, 2024

Frontline retail workers in the United States are still planning to leave the industry in droves. New data reveals how retailers can improve the frontline experience and retain employees.

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Operations 137

NLC (National League of Cities)

JULY 18, 2024

The passage of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) in 2021 provided a lifeline for local governments through its State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) program, which awarded every municipality a portion of $65.1 billion in funding.

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Homeroom

JULY 19, 2024

By: Eliomar Santiago Rodriguez, Estudiante de Grado 12 de la Escuela Superior Vocacional Antonio Luchetti en Arecibo, Puerto Rico Soy estudiante de grado 12 del taller de Electricidad con Controladores Lógicos Programables (PLC, por sus siglas en inglés) y Energías Renovables en la Escuela Superior Vocacional Antonio Luchetti, en Arecibo, Puerto Rico.

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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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