Thu.Sep 07, 2023

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The plant as a product: Hyperscaling green capex

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Most capital projects overrun schedules and exceed budgets. A new delivery system for capital expenditures can help reduce costs and increase efficiency for green tech projects.

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The Windows release health experience is now available for GCC tenants

Microsoft Public Sector

Windows and Microsoft 365 IT admins in the public sector can now access essential information about known issues for Windows updates and related announcements in the Microsoft 365 admin center. Eligible Government Community Cloud (GCC) tenants will now find Windows release health in the admin center, an experience created to offer the information you need to roll out Windows feature updates and monthly quality updates effectively and keep your environment up to date.

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FEMA Designates Community Disaster Resilience Zones

Disaster Zone blog

Another new program!

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Public Transit Systems Require Object Storage Capabilities for Video Surveillance

State Tech Magazine

On the New York City subway, crime rose 30 percent in 2022. In Washington, D.C., the Metro Transit Police Department reported a 125 percent increase in crime across its fleet of buses and trains. And in Los Angeles, crime occurring on transit properties rose 14 to 16 percent above pre-pandemic levels. Video surveillance systems “aid in the deterrence and detection of security threats,” according to the American Public Transportation Association.

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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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Make Your Data Ready for AI

GovLoop

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to find valuable new insights in your data. But to make the most of it, your data, and your organization, must be ready. “When change occurs, I typically look at that three-point triangle: processes, people and technology,” said Winston Chang, Chief Technology Officer for Global Public Sector at Snowflake, which provides a single, global platform that powers the data cloud.

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Author Talks: Is there a seat at the table?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Aerodei CEO Netta Jenkins explains why shortfalls in inclusion efforts can impact your company’s bottom line, and what you can do to create a more inclusive workplace.

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People May Switch Brands in a Hurricane Situation — But Not For Long

Disaster Zone blog

There are all types of disaster research going on today.

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UNSW students build a world record-holding solar electric race car with AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

The undergraduate students from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) didn’t just build a race car from scratch—they built a world-record-holding solar electric race car: the Sunswift 7. In three years, they engineered everything from the aerodynamic design to the software used to run the car. After going live with their telemetry system on Amazon Web Services (AWS), the racing team set a new Guinness World Record for the World’s Fastest Electric Vehicle going over 1,000km (621 miles) on a si

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Agencies Are Still Adjusting to the Cloud’s Consumption-Based Pricing Model

FedTech Magazine

The arrival of cloud services and consumption-based pricing has seen agencies part with the age-old practice of buying items and paying for them through annual budgeting. But the new gasoline pump method of payment gets the government tied in knots, thanks to the Antideficiency Act. Passed in 1884 when Chester Arthur was president, and updated several times since then, the law prohibits agencies from incurring financial obligations in excess of monies appropriated by Congress.

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Creating composable applications for seamless government services

AWS Public Sector Blog

Successful digital transformation depends on being able to work across silos, which are a common feature of central and regional government agencies. Composability is a system design principle that describes how to create collaboration and interoperable processes to navigate silos. Though originally a tech term used to describe the ability of technology components to connect together, composability increasingly refers to how the pieces of a government process that live in different departments c

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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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Modern Planning & Zoning Software Solutions & Workflows: Everything to Know From GovPilot

GovPilot

In local governance, few departments face challenges as intricate and ever-evolving as zoning and planning. Balancing the aspirations of a community with the complexities of land use regulations can be a herculean task. But in the digital age, a glimmer of hope emerges.

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Ensuring constructive conversations: Best practices for moderation of a community engagement platform

Citizen Lab

Harnessing the full power of your community engagement platform requires effective moderation. This ensures vibrant, inclusive dialogue and boosts trust. Dive into best practices to enhance the quality and productivity of the conversations on your platform. The post Ensuring constructive conversations: Best practices for moderation of a community engagement platform appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog.

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Championing Identity for All—Empowerment and Progress in Africa

Public Sector Future

Join guest host Colleen Elliott as she engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Joseph Atick, Executive Chairman of ID4Africa. Together, they delve into the impactful work of ID4Africa, a pioneering movement dedicated to propelling digital identity adoption across the African continent. Explore their insights into the evolving landscape of identity in the age of digital innovation and its promising future.

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Future-Proof Your Agency Workforce: Transform HR with AI

CarahCast

In this podcast, Mike Hofer, SAP Executive HXM Value Advisor, and Dan Hopkins, Eightfold.AI Global Public Sector VP, review emerging trends in HR and discuss how integrating SAP and Eightfold.AI technologies improve employee experiences in the public sector. In this podcast, Mike Hofer, SAP Executive HXM Value Advisor, and Dan Hopkins, Eightfold.AI Global Public Sector VP, review emerging trends in HR and discuss how integrating SAP and Eightfold.AI technologies improve employee experiences in t

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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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How our AI Federal Leadership Program drives progress of AI use in government

Partnership for Public Service

Artificial intelligence is rapidly permeating the world around us, and our government cannot get left behind.   The Partnership for Public Service developed its AI Federal Leadership Program to educate members of the Senior Executive Service and GS-15 employees on developing and executing a vision for AI in their agencies. The program, with support from sponsors Microsoft and Google, convenes federal leaders across government to learn proven leadership lessons, discuss their agencies’ needs and

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Championing Identity for All—Empowerment and Progress in Africa

Public Sector Future

Join guest host Colleen Elliott as she engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Joseph Atick, Executive Chairman of ID4Africa. Together, they delve into the impactful work of ID4Africa, a pioneering movement dedicated to propelling digital identity adoption across the African continent. Explore their insights into the evolving landscape of identity in the age of digital innovation and its promising future.

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September Online Training Opportunities

GovLoop

Can you believe that September is already here? With a new month comes new professional development opportunities to take advantage of. Please join us at the following events – we can’t wait to see you there! How Can Machine Learning Make Your Job Easier? Many agencies are exploring the possible use of AI and machine learning to change their employee’s workday for the better.

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Free vs. Paid Grant Writing Webinars: Are Paid Webinars Worth the Investment?

Grant Central USA

In the ever-evolving landscape of professional development, webinars have become a preferred method of learning. Particularly in the field of grant writing, there is a plethora of both free and paid webinars available. But the question lingers - are paid webinars worth the investment? This topic has stirred up considerable debate, with some advocating for the exclusive insights offered by paid webinars, while others argue that free webinars can provide equal value.

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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-