NLC (National League of Cities)
MAY 21, 2024
With Support from: Joshua Yates, Director for Public Works, Birmingham, AL National Public Works Week (NPWW) is an annual celebration of the vital role municipal public works departments play in cities, towns, and villages across the country. In every community, committed Public Works workers provide services that are critical to our quality of life.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
MAY 21, 2024
Hitting the road this summer? Driving can be stressful. And if you’ve ever needed to pull over on the shoulder, you certainly know the feeling of anxiety caused by other cars whizzing by. “Move Over/Slow Down” laws are meant to keep people and.
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Barrett & Greene
MAY 20, 2024
Not to be overly blunt, but we’ve grown sick and tired of hearing people complaining about how long it takes state and local governments to make dramatic improvements in the lives of their residents. Anyone who has been reading this website, or any of our other writing, will know that we’re firm believers that a band of dedicated people working in government can make important changes for the better.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 23, 2024
To gain the full productivity benefits of generative AI and other technologies, Europe and the United States will need to focus both on improving human capital and accelerating technology adoption.
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Successful partnerships start with knowing what public sector leaders care about. This report spotlights global innovators shaping the future of public service by tackling real-world challenges across AI, digital identity, citizen experience, and data strategy. Their work reveals the priorities, pain points, and investment areas that are driving transformation.
Government Technology Insider
MAY 23, 2024
With ever-shortening refresh cycles, today’s technology can quickly become part of an agency’s legacy infrastructure. While IT is quick to point out the problematic mainframes and the difficulty of finding COBOL programmers, technology purchased in the last five to seven years can create just as many challenges as agencies seek data interoperability, automation , and the integration of AI into workflows.
Careers in Government
MAY 24, 2024
How you perceive things, events, people, and interactions is an ongoing activity, second by second, minute by minute, day by day. The post Leadership and Perception appeared first on Careers in Government.
Public Administration Today brings together the best content for professionals in the public administration field from the widest variety of thought leaders.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
MAY 22, 2024
The 2007-2009 financial crisis may seem like a distant memory now. But many are still feeling its impact. After millions of homeowners defaulted on their mortgages and lost their homes, investors bought up these properties and converted them to.
State Tech Magazine
MAY 23, 2024
State and local governments are highlighted in a new report that provides a mixed assessment of the effects of ransomware attacks on global organizations. But despite some positive news, the report also illustrates why it’s vitally important for state and local governments to have strong cyber recovery strategies in place to reduce downtime and restore essential functions quickly and efficiently.
Careers in Government
MAY 24, 2024
The biggest issue facing business leaders during a transition is that for many, the work culture in place pre-crisis wasn’t very healthy. The post Define Your Work Culture with Respect, Accountability & Cooperation appeared first on Careers in Government.
Next City
MAY 24, 2024
New York’s canners and lateros have acquired property, created a redemption facility and community hub – and begun to organize.
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In a survey of U.S. business owners, more than 64% indicated their local government’s online tax portal needs improvement. It’s clear that while business owners want to work with their local government to stay in compliance, many online tax systems do not enable them to do so effectively.
AWS Public Sector Blog
MAY 24, 2024
For public safety agencies, secure collaboration and situational awareness are essential to preparedness and response. First responders need secure, uninterrupted communication to help them get oriented quickly and support complex coordination efforts. This post highlights how Amazon Web Services (AWS) secure communication service AWS Wickr integrates with the Android Team Awareness Kit (ATAK) to enhance the efficiency of emergency response with a user-friendly, map-based solution that expands t
State Tech Magazine
MAY 21, 2024
Since 2011, Milwaukee has used Extreme Networks’ Fabric Connect solution to extend the reach of its fiber backbone, which has positioned the southeastern Wisconsin city to make tech updates when needed, says CIO David Henke. More than 500 ExtremeAccess Platform 1400 Series switches have helped expand the city’s fiber-optic network from core police and other facilities to upward of 100 buildings, enabling 7,000 city employees to access network resources using devices ranging from Dell laptops to
Careers in Government
MAY 24, 2024
When working with others, there is ample opportunity to provide feedback. The post 14 Tips for Improving Feedback appeared first on Careers in Government.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 23, 2024
Strategic alliances are a must for companies looking to build value from generative AI. But approaching them like traditional vendor arrangements won’t work.
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Get this municipal maintenance guide that provides municipalities with a detailed and structured approach to maintaining city infrastructure. This guide outlines systematic inspection procedures and best practices, ensuring the safety, longevity, and operational efficiency of municipal assets. From roadways and bridges to public buildings and utilities, the guide covers all aspects of municipal maintenance.
AWS Public Sector Blog
MAY 24, 2024
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, US government customers face numerous challenges in modernizing the design, building, testing, and sustainment of the next generation of major weapon systems. Organizations have relied on a systems engineering approach to design complex systems. Platforms have evolved into tightly integrated systems of systems, which is driving organizations to transform their document-based systems engineering processes into digital engineering and model-base
State Tech Magazine
MAY 22, 2024
Networks are the backbone of many government organizations’ technology initiatives. Networks support all of an agency’s traditional workflows in addition to newer remote work infrastructure, virtual communications platforms and Internet of Things devices. As more agencies migrate to the cloud, having a strong network becomes even more important. Many government IT teams need help figuring out how to bridge the gap from on-premises storage to the cloud amid their digital transformation journeys.
Careers in Government
MAY 24, 2024
Find jobs in Oregon offering work-life balance and competitive pay. Explore rewarding opportunities with Careers In Government. The post Work-Life Balance & Competitive Pay: Discover State of Oregon Jobs appeared first on Careers in Government.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 23, 2024
Performance management systems help people continuously develop—but most companies fall short of best practices. A set of defined design choices can help guide leaders forward.
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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.
AWS Public Sector Blog
MAY 24, 2024
This is a guest post written by digital leaders from the Manchester Airports Group (MAG). Airports are mini cities that at any one time serve and support thousands of people who need services to keep them informed, comfortable, and safe. Airports are also complex environments with multiple technology systems that traditionally exist in silos. And they are ripe for digital transformation.
State Tech Magazine
MAY 20, 2024
Wi-Fi 6E, an extension of Wi-Fi 6, comes with a lot of benefits. Faster speeds, lower latency and more network security are just a few of its features. That’s part of why enterprises are adopting it. In fact, one in three Wi-Fi 6 device shipments are expected to be Wi-Fi 6E in 2025. That said, Wi-Fi 6E might not be right-sized for every government agency.
GCN
MAY 21, 2024
The ride-hailing companies dropped their threats to leave the state in exchange for lower guaranteed rates than were originally proposed and preemption of city laws. Similar fights are happening around the country.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 23, 2024
Master data management can give organizations a leg up by allowing them to easily organize and access data about customers, suppliers, products, and employees.
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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.
NLC (National League of Cities)
MAY 22, 2024
By Daniel Kim In July 2022, the US launched 988, a simplified number to access the national Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. The program offers 24/7 free and confidential counseling services and mental health resources nationwide by dialing 988 through phone, text, or chat.
Google Public Sector
MAY 22, 2024
Now in its fourth year, the Google Cloud Research Innovators program is proud to announce 23 new participants who have been selected for their innovative ideas and commitment to solving some of today’s most difficult challenges using AI and cloud computing technology. This year’s cohort will collaborate with each other and Google experts to accelerate their most groundbreaking projects.
GCN
MAY 23, 2024
The number of laws restricting LGBTQ rights is on the rise, experts say. The trend could worsen transgender individuals' access to mental and physical health care and exacerbate discrimination.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 23, 2024
Generative AI technology is improving so quickly that a range of new capabilities are rapidly coming online, but only for those who can understand how to use them.
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A top-rated place to live, Gilbert, AZ struggled with outdated short-term rental management—low compliance, lost revenue, and growing administrative strain. By adopting the GovOS Tax & Compliance suite, the Town: Increased compliance from 40% to 90% Generated over $85K in new revenue Has a single digital system to manage tasks more efficiently With a centralized hub for short-term rental registration and enforcement, Gilbert balances tourism and community needs.
Policy & Politics Journal blog
MAY 22, 2024
by Sophie JacquotUCLouvain Saint-Louis Bruxelles In my recently published article in Policy & Politics, I ask how and why equal pay remains on the EU agenda, and, relatedly, if policy failure can be useful in policymaking.
Google Public Sector
MAY 22, 2024
On the heels of achieving Top Secret/Secret authorization for Google Distributed Cloud Hosted, Google Public Sector today announced it has reached another significant milestone, with more than 100+ additional cloud services now authorized at FedRAMP High. U.S. government customers can now access leading enterprise-grade Google Cloud capabilities that span cybersecurity, analytics, AI, and more in FedRAMP High environments using Assured Workloads.
GCN
MAY 21, 2024
Fulton-Montgomery Community College in New York will open its range to students this fall, making it the first in the nation to offer one on campus as part of its academic curriculum.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 23, 2024
There’s always been an art to stimulating economic growth. Now there’s a science, too.
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Maintaining municipal operations is no small task, especially when budgets are tight and public expectations are high. In this webinar, we’ll explore how local governments can streamline their maintenance operations while ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. What You’ll Gain: Proven strategies for effective inspection management Insight into leveraging digital tools Practical tips for addressing common maintenance challenges Examples of municipalities that have achieved success.
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