Next City
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
‘Bring them to Ride Free’: Leaders of one Kensington nonprofit say engaging with people who deal drugs is key to breaking up the neighborhood's open-air drug market, but city leaders have overlooked this population while creating new law enforcement strategies for the neighborhood
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Across disease types, patients with disabilities experience inequities all along the care pathway—with consequently worse outcomes. Inclusive pathway designs and targeted interventions could help.
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Next City
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
After a 19th-century treaty left them landless, the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians is reclaiming their ancestral lands — and their traditional wildfire management practices.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.
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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-
Homeroom
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
By: Patti Curtis, Senior STEM Advisor, Office of the Deputy Secretary On August 14, 2024, the Office of the Deputy Secretary, in collaboration with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), held a YOU Belong in STEM webinar entitled Inclusive Higher Education Pathways that featured grant programs for minority serving institutions (MSIs) of higher education Continue Reading The post Inclusive Higher Education STEM Pathways appeared first on ED.gov Blog.
Open Access Government - Technology News
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Barry Searle, Managing Director at Intelligencia Training, discusses the cyber security skills gap and the need to align education with industry needs With the global cost of cyber crime estimated at over £6tr in 2024 and the UK reporting business losses of over £27bn, both public and private sector organisations are acutely aware of the need to develop capable and effective cyber-security teams.
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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
As president of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC, Deborah Rutter has broken new ground by encouraging digital art and modern variations of traditional art forms.
American City & Country
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
In the years after the COVID-19 pandemic upended daily life, a disturbing trend emerged on America’s roads: driving became significantly more dangerous. Fifty-four percent of Americans now feel the average driver is worse today than before the pandemic, and 40% feel less safe on the roads , according to a recent survey by Verra Mobility. The statistics tell a parallel story—traffic fatalities in the U.S. reached a 16-year high in 2021.
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.
State Tech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
As recently as five years ago, state governments were still seen as slow adopters of cloud resources. But today, a supermajority of state government agencies have adopted cloud solutions. We’ve seen the cloud adoption conversation go from cloud-first to cloud-smart and now to cloud modernization. During last year’s annual meeting of the National Association of State Chief Information Officers, the association released a report, Capitals in the Cloud Part II: Changing the Cloud Conversation.
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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.
FedTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Over the past decade, Native American tribes and tribal enterprises have faced many of the same cybersecurity challenges as other organizations in both public and private sectors. The main difference, according to Dallas Breckon, federal executive account manager at CDW, is that these challenges go underreported. This is particularly true for instances of ransomware.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Travel and logistics firms face mounting labor challenges—including frequent shortages, rising costs, and declining productivity. Combining AI tools with new ways of working can improve efficiency.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Numerous delays and tech issues plagued the rollout of a new federal financial aid application that was meant to simplify the process for students. Millions of students apply each year for financial aid through the Free Application for Federal.
NLC (National League of Cities)
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Co-authored by Glencora Haskins, Research Associate and Applied Research Manager, Brookings Metro; Mannan Donoghoe, Senior Research Associate, Brookings Metro; Mayu Takeuchi, Senior Research Assistant, Brookings Metro; and Maya Garg, Applied Research Intern, Brookings Metro For over 50 years, a lack of federal investment in critical infrastructure has remained the status quo.
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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.
Policy & Politics Journal blog
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
by James Sloam & Matt Henn The United Nations Development Programme has described 2024 as a global elections “Super year”. However, while that may be the case, younger generations across many established democracies remain deeply disillusioned with mainstream electoral politics.
Google Public Sector
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
My father dedicated over 40 years to active duty in the Navy, and with my mother, instilled a strong sense of purpose in me and my two sisters. So joining the Navy felt like a natural choice, taking my oath alongside other young recruits who also valued the importance of having a purpose. As a woman, the leadership skills I gained in the Navy proved invaluable in navigating industries with underrepresented groups.
Microsoft Public Sector
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Today we are announcing that the Cloud Policy service is now available to Microsoft 365 Government Cloud customers. The Cloud Policy service allows Microsoft 365 administrators to configure policies for Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise and assign these policies using Microsoft 365 groups or Entra ID groups. Once configured, these policies are automatically enforced as users sign in and use Microsoft 365 apps.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
U.S. military service members gain important skills and experience on the job. But after leaving the military, some find it difficult to leverage those skills or have their experience recognized by other employers. Each year, about 200,000 service.
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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.
AWS Public Sector Blog
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
US federal civilian agencies essentially impact every citizen and have tremendous opportunity to leverage the latest technologies, including generative artificial intelligence (AI) , to fulfill various missions. I’m curious, like many of you, about the opportunities technology provides for federal civilian agencies – from transportation, citizen services, healthcare, and veterans to science, education, energy, and the environment – in today’s current state.
State Tech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
It’s time to embrace the next technological frontier: generative artificial intelligence. GenAI is already a staple in the lives of millions, simplifying personal and professional tasks. But as it evolves at a breakneck pace, there’s a risk that those who could benefit the most from GenAI, particularly individuals with disabilities, might be left behind.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Successful leaders constantly reinvent themselves and their organizations. Critical to this reinvention is adopting an “inside out” approach that focuses on the human aspects of leadership.
FedTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Agencies can struggle to stick to recommended three- to five-year IT refresh cycles due to their large install bases, tight budgets and legacy technologies that are not interoperable with newer ones. The Department of Defense wants to standardize refresh cycles across its branches because holding on to aging IT infrastructure has led to widespread frustration over poor user experience.
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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.
Homeroom
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
By: James Kvaal, U.S. Under Secretary of Education The U.S. Department of Education today announced another important step in its ongoing efforts to fix the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Borrowers can now see their payment counts, updated through this summer, including how many payments they have left until they are eligible for forgiveness Continue Reading The post Updates for PSLF Borrowers: Payment Count Availability appeared first on ED.gov Blog.
AWS Public Sector Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
I get to talk with procurement teams about AWS Marketplace daily. The best part of these conversations is their delight when they see the consolidated purchasing analytics. A close second best part, though, is when some form of this question inevitably arises, “So AWS is reselling software now?” I love this question because the answer cuts to the heart of how IT marketplaces offer a new way of approaching software procurement.
State Tech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Nicole Ferrini, climate and sustainability officer for the city of El Paso, Texas, was on a mission to give unhoused people access to the resources they need. So, she focused on what many of them already have access to: internet-connected devices. With help from Cisco, she led the creation of El Paso Helps. This online portal connects unhoused citizens with government services in just one or two clicks.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
As demand for electric two-wheelers takes off, Asian and European OEMs can collaborate to navigate shifting markets.
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In a rapidly evolving landscape, the integration of digital software into Public Works teams has become imperative. This shift presents an opportunity to transcend traditional approaches, unlocking new levels of efficiency, cost savings, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This eBook offers comprehensive strategies to navigate this transformation.
FedTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Hyperconverged infrastructure offers agencies a chance to bolster their edge computing capabilities by enhancing security, reducing costs and improving management — even in the most unconventional locations. The evolving demands of data management and processing at the edge have more agencies looking to HCI, particularly as technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning become more prevalent.
American City & Country
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
The Town of Epping, nestled in the scenic heart of New Hampshire, is home to a vibrant community of 7,100 residents. Known for its quaint charm and strong sense of community, the town is managed under the dedicated leadership of Town Administrator Jake Rogers. Since taking on the role in June 2023, Rogers has been committed to overseeing the efficient operation of the town’s government.
GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Government is understandably excited about the potential for AI to elevate constituent services and enhance mission outcomes. But AI needs data — lots of data — to understand patterns and deliver intelligible guidance to federal workers. With this in mind, “the modernization challenge really revolves around making sure that data is prepared, accessible and ready to be used,” said Dom Delmolino, Vice President, Technology Solutions Architectures, at Amazon Web Services (AWS).
State Tech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Jessica Gateff was an Oklahoma citizen before she took her first job with the state. And it was in her role as citizen that she learned how cloud migration can instantly change the way government works, she says. It was early 2020, and Gateff had been searching the internet for official information on the spread of COVID-19 in the state. One day, she recalls, she couldn’t find anything, “and then, a week later, everything I needed was up and easily accessible on the health department website.
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