Individualism Is Making Public Transit Worse
Next City
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
For buses and trains to work well, they must meet the needs of many different people at the same time.
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Fortune or fiction? The real value of a digital and AI transformation in CPG
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 3, 2024
A new McKinsey analysis quantifies the impact that digital and AI can have on consumer goods businesses and where consumer-packaged-goods executives should focus their efforts.
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Proof of Workforce Foundation and Careers In Government Inc. Launch Groundbreaking Partnership to Integrate Bitcoin into Public Sector Employment
Careers in Government
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The partnership will focus on innovative strategies for attracting and retaining talent in the public sector. The post Proof of Workforce Foundation and Careers In Government Inc. Launch Groundbreaking Partnership to Integrate Bitcoin into Public Sector Employment appeared first on Careers in Government.
Book Bans Are Not Just Bad Policy; They Can Raise Civil Rights Issues
Homeroom
JULY 29, 2024
By: Matt Nosanchuk, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Strategic Operations and Outreach, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education All students deserve access to learning environments that are inclusive and free from discrimination and that nurture their intellect, wellbeing, and creativity, preparing them for success in school and beyond. Books have been the gateway to Continue Reading The post Book Bans Are Not Just Bad Policy; They Can Raise Civil Rights Issues appeared first on ED.g
Overcoming Operational Challenges in Parks & Recreation
Speaker: Noratek
Maintaining parks and recreation facilities efficiently is no easy task, especially when faced with scheduling issues, aging infrastructure, and inconsistent inspections. Join us for this insightful webinar where we explore the most common challenges departments like yours are facing and how digital tools like CityReporter can help you streamline operations, ensure safety, and make better use of your resources.
Does Political Decentralization Improve Urban Governance? Balancing Efficacy and Representation in Rajasthan’s Small Towns
The City Fix
AUGUST 6, 2024
“Hum faltu hai [in English, “We are useless”] …I don’t even know what the budget of the council is. Nobody tells me about the procurement process [or] the number of tenders that have gone public…I don’t have enough knowledge about.
Welcome to Google Public Sector Summit 2024
Google Public Sector
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Today, Google Public Sector is gathering customers and partners in Washington, D.C. for its annual Google Public Sector Summit, an event focusing on the “art of the possible” in AI, cybersecurity, and data analysis for government customers. In 2023, we gathered the government technology community to explore and share best practices on how to get started with AI.
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Federal Government Made $236 billion “Improper Payments” Last Fiscal Year
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
MARCH 26, 2024
The federal government reported an estimated $236 billion in “improper payments” during the most recently completed fiscal year (FY 2023). Such payments are essentially payment errors that can be the result of many things—include overpayments.
Why Cyber Resilience Is Critical for Minimizing the Impact of Ransomware Attacks
State Tech Magazine
JUNE 6, 2024
Ransomware attacks are increasing in frequency, scale and sophistication. According to the most recent Rubrik Zero Labs report, “The State of Data Security: Measuring Your Data’s Risk,” 94 percent of IT and security leaders reported that their organizations experienced significant cyberattacks last year; one-third of these victims endured at least one ransomware attack.
AWS announces $50 million Generative AI Impact Initiative for public sector organizations
AWS Public Sector Blog
JUNE 26, 2024
Today, Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced the AWS Public Sector Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Impact Initiative. The two-year, $50 million investment is designed to help public sector organizations – and those that directly support their technology needs – to accelerate innovation in support of critical missions using AWS generative AI services and infrastructure, such as Amazon Bedrock , Amazon Q , Amazon SageMaker , AWS HealthScribe , AWS Trainium , and AWS Inferentia.
TMF Helps Agencies Modernize and Improve Citizen Services
FedTech Magazine
MAY 28, 2024
The Technology Modernization Fund jump-started two major projects of the National Archives and Records Administration that will improve customer and employee experiences. With $9.1 million in TMF funds, NARA will upgrade two outdated IT systems no longer supported by its vendor with new cloud-based software. The new applications improve efficiencies and provide veterans and their families — and hundreds of federal agencies — with faster, more reliable and secure access to records.
Easy to Do Business With: Why Simplifying Business Licensing Is a Best Practice
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Many business license applications still can't be completed online, creating a frustrating user experience and lowering compliance. Shifting to a digital process makes it easier for staff and businesses alike. This guide covers: How to build a licensing and registration experience that works for your staff and local businesses. Why technology is your best partner for improving licensing and registration compliance.
Policy processes in China: A systematic review of the Multiple Streams Framework
Policy & Politics Journal blog
OCTOBER 9, 2024
by Annemieke van den Dool & Tianlei Qiu, Duke Kunshan University Why do policymakers address some societal issues but not others? For decades, public policy researchers have tried to answer this question by using the so-called multiple streams framework (MSF).
The state of retail banking: Profitability and growth in the era of digital and AI
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 10, 2024
As the global macroeconomic environment remains uncertain, retail banks should focus on the fundamentals of customer primacy and margin protection while embracing digital technologies and gen AI.
CISA, OMB, ONCD and Microsoft collaborate on new logging playbook for Federal agencies
Microsoft Public Sector
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
As part of our efforts to increase security defaults and follow the principle of secure by design, we are happy to share that a feature change initiated by Microsoft engineering will enable more logging capabilities for Purview Audit (Standard). We have worked closely with the Executive Office of the President (EOP), the Office of the National Cyber Director (ONCD), and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to prioritize this effort for U.S. government customers.
Raising the Bar on College Excellence and Equity: Update on the Postsecondary Success Recognition Program
Homeroom
OCTOBER 8, 2024
By: James Kvaal, U.S. Under Secretary of Education Too often, the conversation on higher education focuses on a handful of colleges and universities that were founded centuries ago, have huge endowments and sparkling facilities, and admit very few students. While our country is lucky to have these institutions, we also need colleges and universities that Continue Reading The post Raising the Bar on College Excellence and Equity: Update on the Postsecondary Success Recognition Program appeared fi
Empower Digital Government: Strategic Workbook for Modern Transformation
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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.
6 Elements to Make Streets #SaferByDesign
The City Fix
AUGUST 1, 2024
India’s vibrant streets, a reflection of its dynamic culture, are unfortunately also the setting of a grim reality. Every year, approximately 150,000 people die on Indian roads, which translates to an average of 47 accidents and 18 deaths every hour. In.
Coming to terms with generative AI’s early potential for government
Open Access Government - Technology News
JANUARY 9, 2024
Following the recent international AI Summit, many government executives are assessing how to get started exploring the technology’s potential to improve citizen services One year after generative AI publicly emerged with the launch of ChatGPT and similar tools, it is clear the rapid evolution from AI to generative AI is opening major new frontiers for improving customer service, streamlining processes, and enhancing efficiency in government services.
West Virginia’s top election official on trust, social media and secure elections
GCN
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
Ahead of what promises to be a hectic election season, Secretary of State Mac Warner spent part of his last National Association of Secretaries of State Winter Conference touching on conspiracy theories, among other topics.
Havana Syndrome—Americans Affected by Mysterious Symptoms May Struggle to Get Care
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
JULY 29, 2024
Severe headaches, dizziness, blurred vision, tinnitus, vertigo. About a decade ago, American officials and their families living and working at the U.S. Embassy in Havana, Cuba, started experiencing mysterious symptoms like these. Symptoms usually.
7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities
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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.
Converging IT and OT Is Key to a Smart City
State Tech Magazine
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Smart technologies have the potential to make cities more sustainable, efficient and secure, but maximizing their potential requires an IT and operational technology convergence that has historically been nonexistent. Fears of meddling with what has worked for decades, cultural differences between teams and a combination of other factors have resulted in IT and OT being treated as separate entities.
Future of Government Awards 2023 celebrate use of technology to transform people’s lives
AWS Public Sector Blog
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Today, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)—the leading UN organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change—the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Institute , and Public Digital , a consultancy whose purpose is to help global institutions thrive in the internet era, announced the recipients of the Future of Government Awards 2023.
Q&A: GSA’s Chief AI Officer on the Future of Generative AI
FedTech Magazine
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Zach Whitman, the General Services Administration’s chief AI officer and data scientist, reminds his colleagues that the GSA was one of the first agencies to adopt email and internet access for the government workplace. It shouldn’t come as a surprise, then, that GSA has fully embraced experimenting with generative AI, an emerging technology that has similar potential to transform the workplace, Whitman says.
Congressional Leaders Oppose Another Federal Shutdown on October 1, But Differences Could Get in the Way
NLC (National League of Cities)
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
The federal government is at risk of another federal shutdown when the new federal fiscal year begins on October 1. That is when Fiscal Year 2024 spending bills will expire unless Congress can pass a new bill to extend their expiration date.
ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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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.
The energy transition: Where are we, really?
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 26, 2024
Scaling up deployment of decarbonization technologies is crucial to achieve net zero, but there is a reality gap—the lack of firm EU and US project commitments could slow momentum.
How to balance Accessibility and Security in an AI world
Microsoft Public Sector
MARCH 27, 2024
With the recent announcements around Copilot, especially Copilot for Microsoft 365, many agencies are excited to adopt the new capabilities and unlock user productivity and accessibility. However, there is one lingering question that has always and continues to be in the background: “How to balance accessibility, productivity and security in an AI world.
It’s FAFSA Week of Action: Time to Take a #FAFSAFastBreak!
Homeroom
APRIL 15, 2024
It’s FAFSA Week of Action (April 15-19) and to kick off the effort the U.S. Department of Education is thrilled to announce the launch our #FAFSAFastBreak campaign, a national effort to drive FAFSA submissions among high school seniors and returning college students. Everyone has an important role to play! We have already received nearly 200 Continue Reading The post It’s FAFSA Week of Action: Time to Take a #FAFSAFastBreak!
Is Your Commute Harming Your Health?
The City Fix
AUGUST 2, 2024
Daily commutes via car have evolved into more than mere trips – they greatly influence both our mental and physical well-being. Research shows that relentless car journeys don’t just occupy our time, they significantly shape our mood and overall outlook.
Maximizing Municipal Budgets: Cutting Costs Without Cutting Corners
Speaker: Noratek
Join this insightful webinar on how local governments can reduce costs and optimize resources. Discover how municipalities like yours are leveraging technology to enhance service delivery, reduce operational costs, and generate lasting ROI. Key Takeaways: Learn actionable steps to reduce operational costs and increase community engagement Explore how digital tools can streamline inspections and reporting Understand the financial and operational benefits of digital management solutions Hear real-
Direct from Michael Dell: Leadership lessons and the future of AI
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The CEO of Dell Technologies weighs in on what’s next for AI, how companies can successfully transform in the face of constant disruption, and how his leadership style has changed over 40 years.
Reimagining insurance with a comprehensive approach to gen AI
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 22, 2024
Insurance companies are at an inflection point with their generative AI use cases. Three McKinsey partners discuss the value of combining generative AI with other technologies.
Managing carbon: A new role for the CFO
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Better carbon management can be a competitive advantage. Here’s how CFOs across industries and markets can move beyond “check the box” compliance and enable strategy-driven, carbon-based decision making.
A look at the technology trends that matter most
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
McKinsey’s latest analysis of 15 core technology trends points to a new “influencer” role for generative AI as well as growing interest in robotics and digital trust.
A Guide For City Managers & CAOs to Achieve Operational Excellence
Advertiser: Noratek
This guide addresses the unique operational challenges faced by smaller municipalities, such as limited resources, budget constraints, and diverse community needs. By leveraging digital tools, City Managers and Municipal Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) can streamline workflows, enhance communication, and improve service delivery. The guide covers identifying operational challenges, choosing the right software, and implementing digital solutions.
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