GovLoop
JUNE 28, 2023
The idea of a faceless government bureaucrat seems like a permanent fixture in the American imagination. And yet it’s so wrong. I’ve been covering the government beat for 30 years, writing about the technologies, programs and policies that serve as the cogs and gears of government. Along the way, I’ve learned one important lesson: What makes government work, in fact, are the so-called faceless bureaucrats.
Next City
JUNE 28, 2023
In New York’s third-largest city, locals are sick of skyrocketing bills and dirty fuel sources. They’re fighting against long odds for the public to own the grid.
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NLC (National League of Cities)
JUNE 29, 2023
As local leaders look to increase the economic mobility of their residents and reduce poverty in their communities, a key emerging area to address is transportation.
Open Access Government - Technology News
JUNE 30, 2023
Ian Newbury, Business Development Director at BT Wholesale, describes how small cells can support greener and more sustainable technology infrastructure and facilitate a better digital future for everyone Speak to anyone working in the sector today, and it is clear that promoting digital inclusion and achieving a decarbonised future are among the key aims of most local authorities.
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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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 27, 2023
A McKinsey study shows that software developers can complete coding tasks up to twice as fast with generative AI. Four actions can maximize productivity and minimize risks.
Next City
JUNE 26, 2023
Massena residents fought the local utility to bring their electric grid under public control. Forty years later, they say it’s still paying off.
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NLC (National League of Cities)
JUNE 28, 2023
Arts education can be a powerful tool for youth and community development. By using art as a vehicle, cities have been able to encourage social connection, incorporate youth voices into community-wide conversations, and help young people develop their identities.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 27, 2023
Technology companies are shedding the very talent that incumbent players need to meet their own digital objectives. Here’s what HR teams in traditional organizations can do to capitalize.
zencity
JUNE 28, 2023
At the ICMA Local Government Reimagined Conference in Long Beach, California, Zencity hosted a roundtable discussion with several attendees to discuss the concept of trust between local government and its community. As a result of the conversation, I have been reconciling several thoughts centered around trust; specifically, as a local government manager, do you build, earn or empower trust?
FedTech Magazine
JUNE 27, 2023
During the final round of the annual President’s Cup Cybersecurity Competition in December 2022, competing teams had to find their way out of virtual escape rooms by solving various cyber challenges. In one, they received USB fobs with keys that unlocked hidden files. “There were clues there to look in your system’s memory, and then get a four-digit PIN code to get out of the first room,” explains Rob Karas, assessments branch chief for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, which
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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)
JUNE 30, 2023
During the pandemic, as schools nationwide grappled with the challenges of remote learning, social isolation, and disrupted routines, many students fell through the cracks and became disengaged from school. Today, with pandemic-related school closures and virtual learning largely in the past, many anticipated a quick return to “normalcy” in schools.
Microsoft Public Sector
JUNE 27, 2023
The Microsoft Teams Product Group is excited to introduce Teams Premium for Government Community Cloud (GCC). On Wednesday, July 19 th 10:00 AM PST |1 PM EST , Teams engineers will walk you through the details of the new Teams Premium SKU. We'll share details about which Teams Premium features (Intelligent Meetings, Protected Meetings, Personalized Meetings) are now generally available for our GCC Customers and when we plan to launch additional features (Advanced Virtual Meetings, Advanced Webin
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 26, 2023
During tough times, marketing is often the first to be trimmed, but that’s a shortsighted approach. Instead, companies can invest in marketing as a key to long-term growth.
FedTech Magazine
JUNE 29, 2023
Modern software development is incredibly complex for federal technology managers, with products typically built from many different components from a variety of global software supply chain sources. The intricacy of this development process will only increase as more advanced software is continually released for ever more powerful enterprise systems and demanding new use cases.
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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.
GCN
JUNE 29, 2023
The government faces legal restrictions on how much personal information it can gather on citizens, but the law is largely silent on agencies purchasing the data from commercial brokers.
NLC (National League of Cities)
JUNE 30, 2023
Note: The terms LGBT, LGBTQ, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA+, and QT2BIPOC are used in this blog. While not interchangeable, these terms are all used in this blog and derived from their respective original sources to uphold the accuracy of the data and programs being presented.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 27, 2023
Sustainable farming is necessary for decarbonization. But to get the world to net zero, the agriculture sector must take action along the entire value chain.
Google Public Sector
JUNE 27, 2023
We face a concerning shortage of cybersecurity professionals. Worldwide, an estimated 3.4 million more cybersecurity experts are needed, with more than 700,000 required in the U.S. alone. The skills gap is even more alarming given the more than 41% increase in the number of cybercrime victims between 2021 and 2022. Cybrary is working to address these challenges.
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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.
GCN
JUNE 29, 2023
The Department of Homeland Security is testing how remote sensors and public warning systems can deliver timely, actionable wildfire alerts to the public.
Disaster Zone blog
JUNE 26, 2023
Can you tell what is real and what isn't?
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 28, 2023
Despite meaningful progress, achieving workplace equity has proved challenging. Addressing intersectional communities—such as Black, Bangladeshi, and Pakistani women—could yield far-reaching benefits.
Professional Grant Writer
JUNE 27, 2023
Grant writing is a collaboration between your consultant and your whole staff. To build a true partnership with a grant writer, put communication. The post Build a true partnership with a grant writer appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.
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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
GCN
JUNE 30, 2023
All over the country, states are looking for ways to reverse the trend, often relying on new technology to do so.
Disaster Zone blog
JUNE 28, 2023
It is up to us to improve the composition of our workforce.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 27, 2023
PepsiCo chief design officer Mauro Porcini describes how humanity and authenticity drive innovation, and the ‘unicorn’ superpowers vital to leading from the heart.
Super Library Marketing
JUNE 26, 2023
Photo courtesy Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library For my birthday, my 23-year-old daughter gave me a gratitude journal. She told me about her own practice of writing in her journal first thing in the morning and right before bed. She gives herself space to list what she’s grateful for and sets her mindset for the day. In fact, she’s got a whole routine for morning and night that’s incredibly healthy.
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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.
GCN
JUNE 27, 2023
Lawmakers propose to extend federal authority to mitigate the threat posed by unmanned aircraft systems, while also providing state and local law enforcement with enhanced counter-detection capabilities.
Microsoft Public Sector
JUNE 29, 2023
As citizens of local municipalities, cities, and states we rely on local government agencies every day to ensure we have critical services such as water, sewers, transportation, schools, health service, and emergency services. And in an increasingly digital world government agencies are delivering faster, more effective services for citizens including California Child Support Services and Nevada Department of Transportation.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 26, 2023
New research shows that having more top-performing middle managers leads to much better financial outcomes. Here are five actions that can set managers and their organizations up for success.
State Tech Magazine
JUNE 26, 2023
Not long ago, a CDW subsidiary built a chatbot for a state judicial branch. This chatbot is able to field a large volume of simple inquiries, such as how to pay traffic tickets. It’s a win-win technology. Courts save time answering repeating queries while citizens receive clear and fast answers. The court system is very motivated to provide access to justice and resources to achieve it.
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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