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McKinsey technology trends outlook 2024

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Which technology trends matter most for companies in 2024? New analysis by the McKinsey Technology Council highlights the adoption, development, and industry effects of advanced technologies.

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Oslo’s ‘Climate Budget’ Is Building a Cleaner City

The City Fix

In the stylish Grünerløkka neighborhood in Oslo, construction workers are busy rehabilitating Sophies Minde, an old medical clinic, into a new nursery school and maternal health center. Tidy piles of building materials along the perimeter of the construction site wait.

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Nature stress test: Assessing exposure of five African banking systems

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Nature-related risks are impacting Africa’s natural ecosystems and economy. An enabling environment could accelerate action from Africa’s private financial sector to manage risks and opportunities.

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CIE Spotlight – Transforming Muskogee: From Historic Port to Entrepreneurial Hub

NLC (National League of Cities)

This blog is part of a series highlighting NLC’s City Inclusive Entrepreneurship (CIE) Network. Cities in the network have committed to implementing new policies, programs and practices that increase economic opportunity for residents through small business ownership and entrepreneurship.

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How Breckenridge, CO Ensures Tax & Licensing Compliance

Breckenridge’s short-term rental boom—over 4,200 licenses —put intense pressure on the town’s small staff and manual processes. Facing compliance and efficiency challenges, the town teamed up with GovOS to automate its STR licensing. The new system: Cut admin time Reduced errors Improved the experience for property owners and town staff Discover the full impact of automation on Breckenridge’s STR management—download the case study.

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The talent gap: The value at stake for global aerospace and defense

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The aerospace and defense industry is under pressure from labor shortfalls and increasing demand. By focusing on five talent imperatives, it can unlock productivity and create value.

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A Work Culture Where Employees Stay

Careers in Government

Treat others with respect in every interaction. Don’t demean, discount, or dismiss others’ concerns or hopes. The post A Work Culture Where Employees Stay appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Singapore’s EVe harnesses the power of data with help from NTT DATA, AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

In alignment with Singapore’s ambitious sustainability objectives , the Land Transport Authority (LTA) of Singapore is intensifying its efforts to spur the adoption of electric vehicles. This contributes to the nation’s goal of achieving 100 percent cleaner energy vehicles by 2040, and the effort leverages Amazon Web Services (AWS). LTA has set up EV-Electric Charging Pte Ltd (EVe) to manage the deployment of up to 12,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging points distributed across 2,000 Housing Dev

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Budapest awaits: Fulfilling the city’s tourism potential

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Budapest’s tourism is on the rise. Ten opportunities could help the city to capture its growth potential and to further improve the experience of both tourists and locals.

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It’s Time for Agencies to Embrace API and Static Application Security Testing

FedTech Magazine

Ensuring the integrity and security of applications is paramount as agencies increasingly rely on complex software systems and interconnected application programing interfaces to drive their operations. APIs, which form the foundation of modern digital services, are attractive targets for attackers looking to exploit vulnerabilities and gain access to sensitive data.

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The McKinsey Crossword: Abridge Too Far | No. 189

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

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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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.

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6 Takeaways from Indore’s New Air Quality Monitoring Stations

The City Fix

Research around the world shows that pollution levels can vary enormously within the same city and even within the same neighborhood.

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Net-zero electrical heat: A turning point in feasibility

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Electrification of industrial heat production is increasingly within reach, offering new possibilities for the global energy transition.

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Priority Recommendation Round Up—Actions that Can Bring the Best Rewards

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

GAO makes hundreds of new recommendations each year meant to improve federal programs and policies. But within that larger group, we annually highlight a key group we call “priority recommendations.” Priority recommendations are those that should be.

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Review: Brother Workhorse HL-L8245CDW Is an Inexpensive Gateway to Color Printing

State Tech Magazine

Even with the recent push to digitize as many files and records within government as possible, many state and local agencies still do a lot of their work on paper. They therefore require reliable, accurate printing, often in color. This is especially true when it comes to places where offices are interacting with the public, because things such as fishing licenses or tax bills sometimes need to be printed.

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Boost Revenue With Simple Short-Term Rental Registration and Tax Collections

Government agencies that rely on tax revenue to fund critical services and infrastructure are finding it more urgent than ever to bridge the gap between under-reported tax revenue and taxpayers’ understanding of the processes. This is especially true as things like short-term rentals (STRs) have grown in popularity and become new sources of income for residents.

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From Private Sector to Public Good: Transferring Business Intelligence Skills to a Career in Government

Careers in Government

Fortunately, government positions tend to prioritize transferable skills over line items on a resume. The post From Private Sector to Public Good: Transferring Business Intelligence Skills to a Career in Government appeared first on Careers in Government.

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3 Ways Boston is Striving to Become the Most Family-Friendly City

NLC (National League of Cities)

In order for cities to grow and thrive, it is crucial that local leaders put families first and support the needs of children and caregivers.

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That’s so major! The Partnership’s work supporting leaders of major federal investments programs

Partnership for Public Service

When Congress passes and the President signs major legislation, federal agencies must translate it into practical action to ensure its goals are realized. Meeting the objectives of large legislative initiatives, however, remains difficult for federal agencies due to fragmented leadership and coordination, inadequate resources for implementation and a lack of attention to collaboration and lasting knowledge management.

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What does the future hold for commercial-aviation maintenance?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Demand for maintenance, repair, and overhaul services is trending up in commercial aviation, but the factors responsible for that increase will shift over the next decade.

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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-