Microsoft Public Sector

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Understanding Compliance Between Commercial, Government, DoD & Secret Offerings - Sept 2024 Update This article is the second of a series in the Microsoft Tech Community Public Sector Blog and touches on several key principles for compliance, including data residency versus data sovereignty. No admin action is required.

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Microsoft Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

September 2024 Update Microsoft 365 Commercial + Azure Commercial FedRAMP in Azure The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) is a government-wide program that provides a standardized approach to security assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring for cloud products and services. US persons in US locations).

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AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In June 2024, two cloud engineers from the Digital Agency, Kazuma Takeda and Shinichi Nishihata, shared their process and learnings at the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Summit Japan , the largest AWS learning event in the country. This is most commonly used in software development to build, test, and deploy applications.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

At MSC 2024, we’re restating our commitment to protecting the defense and national security of the US, its closest allies, and other like-minded countries around the world. AWS supports the development of an open and competitive digital ecosystem for Europe’s industries, governments, and citizens.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

AUGUST 1, 2024

AI applications not categorised as high-risk or banned are subject to lighter-touch regulation, allowing for innovation while ensuring compliance with fundamental rights and safety standards. The post EU AI Act: Regulation to shape the future of Artificial Intelligence appeared first on Open Access Government.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 11, 2025

AWS Control Tower streamlines multi-account setups to onboard multiple researchers to a cloud platform quicklyin compliance with necessary regulations for every account in the environment. However, researchers must still follow best practices to maintain data security, such as avoiding identifiable names for storage buckets.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 21, 2024

AWS enables government agencies and regulated industries to experiment and innovate in a secure, compliant manner. AWS is committed to responsible AI development and deployment, and welcomes the overarching goal of the EU’s AI Act to ensure trust in AI products and services. Want more in-person public sector content?

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Open Access Government - Technology News

MARCH 28, 2025

Government use of AI The UK Governments AI Opportunities Action Plan gives a detailed overview of how it will develop AI with specified growth zones and a focus on public services. It extends to infrastructure, skills development, and unlocking public and private sector data to become a global leader.

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Center for Community Progress

DECEMBER 18, 2023

This has been a big year for federal policy developments that can help communities address vacancy and stabilize neighborhoods. The rulemaking recognizes the important role of land banks in community revitalization, neighborhood stabilization, and the development of affordable housing.

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The Stoop (NYU Furman Center)

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Introduction The Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) 1 published its “Report on Nonbank Mortgage Servicing 2024” 2 (the Report) earlier this year. The Report notes, by contrast, that the regulations that apply to banks are designed to do just that. This is an extremely significant development in my view.

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Government Technology Insider

MARCH 27, 2025

Highlighting findings from NASCIO 2024 Mid-Year Conference and a study on AI implementation, this article looks at the opportunities and challenges AI presents for government leaders. Continuous learning programs may help agencies prepare staff to use AI solutions now and innovate with them as the technology develops.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

We created the summit to identify practical applications of AI to tackle the UN Sustainable Development Goals and scale those solutions for global impact. Part of what underpins this practical approach is our role in the international standard-setting system, which provides guidelines for the development and application of technology.

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GovLoop

MARCH 25, 2024

It’s a question worth asking, and it may lead to insights that help you develop a better relationship with the public. In an article about rebuilding trust in government, Deloitte Insights broke down government work into six archetypes: retailer, retailer-like, innovator, educator, regulator and enforcer.

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American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

When they buy technology, cities and counties will often face multiple issues, says Dean Cunningham , segment development manager, Public Safety at Axis Communications , a company that produces network cameras, access control systems, network audio devices and other IP networking solutions for physical security and video surveillance applications.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 1, 2024

In 2024, the grant landscape for nonprofits has evolved significantly, emphasizing the need for meticulous financial planning and transparent budgeting to meet funder expectations. As highlighted by the 2024 GPA report , a well-prepared budget is not just beneficial but essential for securing grants and sustaining operations.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

APRIL 1, 2025

Be aware of data privacy and security concerns and ensure compliance with regulations. Ask us your questions From streamlining public services in Germany to developing world-leading digital systems in Estonia, Nortal has proven its ability to transform complex government operations into world-leading digital systems.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

This is where 3M Bright Screen Privacy Filters for Laptops come into play, offering a simple yet effective solution to enhance on-screen privacy and ensure compliance with data protection regulations. Non-compliance can result in hefty fines and damage to an organisation’s reputation.

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GovLoop

JUNE 12, 2024

NASCIO provided Your AI Blueprint: 12 Key Considerations as States Develop Their Artificial Intelligence Roadmaps. The website offers: Video messages from governors Research and resources Opportunities to take action Links to related meetings and events Cyber News Feed State and local agencies have made cybersecurity a top priority for 2024.

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GovLoop

MARCH 21, 2024

Those models also may not be adept at protecting sensitive or private data, or may not act in accordance with agency regulations and collection authorities. They are also not tuned to address bias or handle concepts such as novel or emerging topics.”

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GovLoop

JULY 1, 2024

Summer can be tricky when it comes to carving out time for professional development. We’ve got our July plans in place for professional development and once you register, if you can’t make it the day of, you will receive a recording to watch when you have time. Good news – there is! ET/11-11:50 a.m. ET/11-11:50 a.m.

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The Stoop (NYU Furman Center)

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

But as concerns about gentrification and displacement in urban areas have become more widespread, supply skepticism has expanded from the traditional anti-development constituencies to renters and social advocates fighting for equitable neighborhood planning. “We need all hands on deck producing all housing.”

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Microsoft Public Sector

MARCH 5, 2024

NIST plans to publish final versions sometime in Spring 2024. The suggested applications of Microsoft solutions do not guarantee compliance with any regulation nor prevention of an attack or compromise. Each section is not exhaustive of the requirement nor the applications of certain technologies. Wireless Access and 3.1.18

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Microsoft Public Sector

AUGUST 20, 2024

We're thrilled to announce the upcoming Oct 2024 anticipated General Availability of Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365 GCC subject to US Government authorization. Wave 1 (October 2024): Copilot Graph-grounded chat (‘Work Tab’): Quickly access relevant department data, policies, or citizen inquiries without extensive searching.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JULY 31, 2024

Granular personalization also becomes achievable – AI algorithms can develop customized health alerts by assessing lifestyle factors of individuals. Data sovereignty—having control over digital assets—is increasingly important to customers, especially as regulations evolve. The AWS Cloud is 3.6 What’s next?

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Google Public Sector

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Achieving FedRAMP authorization complements other government-focused efforts for Google Security Operations, including Google Cloud Cybershield™ , which enables governments to build an enhanced cyber threat capability, get actionable insights in real time, and develop skills and processes that drive effective security operations.

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American City & Country

AUGUST 28, 2024

How they carry out that duty, therefore, can affect whether they can achieve their sustainable development goals.” Origins of sustainable public procurement The roots of sustainable public procurement have been traced to the 1992 United Nations (UN) Conference on Environment and Development. Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) No.

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GovLoop

OCTOBER 24, 2024

With people changing jobs every few years — the median employee tenure was about four years in January 2024 — it’s crucial for workers to know what skills employers are looking for and for employers to know what skills they need to retain the workers they have. The point, Blank said, is that being creative doesn’t have to be complicated.

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Google Public Sector

JUNE 25, 2024

Air Force modernized their cumbersome e-Publishing website, streamlining access to critical policies and regulations, freeing up valuable time for service members to focus on their core mission. 1 Source: Google Cloud TIPS poll 2024, Fed and SLG (Market Connections) Read the full story.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

MARCH 13, 2023

Cybersecurity has been subject to a wave of change over the last decade and is reflected in the UK Cyber Essentials Scheme Threat actors have developed extremely innovative ways of performing devastating attacks – an expanding arsenal of techniques that has forced a rethink in how organisations develop and deploy their defence strategies.

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AccessE11

JANUARY 2, 2024

The most significant development in city governments is the application of generative AI. This helpline uses an AI bot to simplify access to services and understanding of permits/regulations for people. They will also improve infrastructure management and aid in sustainable city development.

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American City & Country

OCTOBER 9, 2024

There is help for municipalities and community water providers overwhelmed by the April 2024 U.S. A funding roadmap While funding for water systems to better understand how to achieve compliance with recent EPA PFAS regulations is available, time is of the essence. These two items are discussed further below.

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The Stoop (NYU Furman Center)

MARCH 11, 2024

In recent years, the System has been subject to growing criticism that it has been inadequately supporting the housing and community development mission given to it by Congress. This included nationwide listening sessions and other opportunities for public input. It then published its findings (the FHFA Report) in November of last year.

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GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Those models also may not be adept at protecting sensitive or private data, or may not act in accordance with agency regulations and collection authorities. They are also not tuned to address bias or handle concepts such as novel or emerging topics.”

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Microsoft Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

We're thrilled to announce the upcoming Oct 2024 anticipated General Availability of Microsoft 365 Copilot GCC, subject to US Government authorization. Phase 1 (October 2024): Business Chat (‘BizChat’): a central hub that brings together all your data —right in the flow of your work.

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GovLoop

JUNE 11, 2024

The concept of evidence-based policymaking — the idea that policies should be developed and refined based on hard data, not just hunches — can play a critical role in helping state and local agencies identify and mitigate systemic issues that undermine government’s ability to serve all constituents. The result?

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Government Technology Insider

JUNE 13, 2024

Workforce and Privacy are Top-of-Mind for Agency Leaders It was no surprise to attendees of the NASCIO 2024 Mid-Year Conference that AI dominated the conversation. Continuous learning programs may help agencies prepare staff to use AI solutions now and innovate with them as the technology develops.

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GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Tips for Success Agencies should start by developing a clear AI strategy, one “aligned with their mission objectives and operational needs,” Fahmi said. Establish stringent security measures to safeguard sensitive information and comply with relevant regulations.” Best practices can help implement AI safely, securely and effectively.

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