AWS Public Sector Blog
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Over the past decade, billions of federal dollars have been invested in reshaping how hospitals and clinics manage their health records. But in human services, post-acute and community-based services — the segments of care dedicated to mental health, substance use, home care, hospice and the environments people live in — change has been slower to come.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Shortages of affordable housing are a long-standing challenge in the United States. High interest rates and low inventory are contributing to this issue, as is the growing number of millennials, who are looking for larger homes to raise families. For.
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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Dr. Rajiv J. Shah explains why building a global community is key to unlocking solutions to the world’s greatest problems.
Open Access Government - Technology News
OCTOBER 12, 2023
A new sustainable tech agreement with 172 suppliers set to launch on October 31, 2023 The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has recently granted a comprehensive agreement contract for technology-related products and services, which includes a specialised category for acquiring and overseeing IT resources with a greater emphasis on sustainability. Agreement overview The Technology Products and Associated Services 2 agreement continues the progress of its predecessor, which is set to conclude in Dece
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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.
GovLoop
OCTOBER 12, 2023
As agencies take steps to innovate — such as expanding reliance on the cloud and adding new apps, integrations, and automations — their IT ecosystems become more complex. There are more places things can go wrong and more pressure to fix them quickly. You Can’t Fix What You Can’t See The task of monitoring these complex systems gets more complicated, too.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 12, 2023
The global aerospace and defense sector is facing a talent crisis as its workforce ages, particularly in Europe. Attracting and retaining younger employees will require a radical new approach.
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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Johannes-Tobias Lorenz outlines how European companies can move early, raise their digital ambitions and create growth.
NLC (National League of Cities)
OCTOBER 12, 2023
While the calendar has turned to fall, hot cars still pose a deadly risk to children. Heatstroke deaths have happened when outside temperatures were as low as 57 degrees. Unfortunately, pediatric vehicular heatstroke is the leading cause of non-crash, vehicle-related deaths for children, with more than 950 children lost tragically over the past 25 years.
The City Fix
OCTOBER 12, 2023
In the Wadala neighborhood of Mumbai, representatives from Kigali, Durban and Mauritius filed into a low, yellow-walled room. They took their seats in rows equipped with desktop computers. Ordinarily, these desks would be filled with the staff responsible for tracking real-time.
State Tech Magazine
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Many state governments generally are in a second phase of optimization for cloud computing, observed Dmitry Kagansky, CTO and deputy executive director of the Georgia Technology Authority, during the annual meeting of the National Association of State Chief Information Officers. In his state, “there are a couple of agencies that started recently, and not having any technical debt, they were able to take advantage of cloud pretty quickly and do more cloud-native things,” Kagansky said Tuesday dur
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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.
GovLoop
OCTOBER 12, 2023
One of the surest ways to learn on the job is to ask more questions, according to a recent article published at Forbes.com. We’re not talking about questions that simply confirm what you know or fill in some blanks. The best questions are open-ended, inviting both you and your co-workers to think more deeply about a topic. One approach is to become more “future-focused,” writes Ann Kowal Smith.
Open Access Government - Technology News
OCTOBER 12, 2023
MaxVal Consultancy can increase your capability to maximise net gain (value), success and return on investment (ROI) by a significant, even dramatic degree. Here, discover a better way to achieve this perennially elusive pinnacle of successful business and organisational IT! Industry has been grappling with this crusade for several decades, and not made very significant progress (especially given the exponential speed of the increase in hardware capability).
Center for Community Progress
OCTOBER 12, 2023
This blog provides an update on a new Interim Final Rule for the American Rescue Plan Act State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (ARPA SLFRF). For background on ARPA SLFRF, please visit the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Resource Portal. In December 2022, Congress passed an appropriations package that included statutory provisions allowing for additional eligible uses for the American Rescue Plan Act State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (ARPA SLFRF).
Grant Central USA
OCTOBER 12, 2023
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, innovation is the key to unlocking the potential of students and educators alike. However, turning innovative ideas into reality often requires financial support. This is where grant writing comes into play. For educators looking to breathe life into their groundbreaking projects and classroom initiatives, grant writing classes offer a vital skill set.
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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.
NLC (National League of Cities)
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Authored by: Pat Spampinato, Senior Virtual Chief Information Officer, VC3 It’s no exaggeration to say that information technology (IT) is often one of city leaders’ least favorite parts about running a municipality. Unlike the straightforward nature of providing resident services or running council meetings, IT can be overly technical, confusing, jargon-ridden, and complex.
Open Access Government - Technology News
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Farmers, traditionally focused on agriculture, are finding a unique way to engage in conversations about climate change through TikTok Researchers at Penn State discovered that TikTok can elicit emotional empathy from viewers of farmer’s climate change -related videos. However, cognitive empathy, involving critical thinking, remains a challenge.
A Library Writer's Blog
OCTOBER 12, 2023
ALSC is excited to open the Call for Proposals for the 2024 National Institute! The 2024 National Institute will convene in Denver, Colorado, from September 19-21. The 2024 National Institute theme is "Standing Up for Stories." Submit your proposals on new research, innovative ideas, and best practices regarding literacy, collection development, library advocacy in youth services, youth programming, and more!
Open Access Government - Technology News
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Australian researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking cyber algorithm designed to thwart man-in-the-middle (MitM) attacks on unmanned military robots, ensuring rapid shutdown in seconds In a revolutionary experiment harnessing deep learning neural networks, experts from Charles Sturt University and the University of South Australia simulated human brain behaviour.
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-
Public Sector Future
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Cybersecurity stands at the forefront of global concerns in a dynamic realm where technology constantly evolves. Recent advancements in generative AI have opened new avenues for both progress and peril. Guest host Alvaro Vitta and Tom Burt, Microsoft CVP of Customer Security and Trust at Microsoft, delve into the cybersecurity insights gleaned from the 2023 Microsoft Digital Defense Report (MDDR) and the pressing need for collaboration between public sectors and private industries to navigate th
Community and Economic Development Program of UNC
OCTOBER 12, 2023
State law requires North Carolina counties to administer and provide a number of social services and public assistance programs described in Chapter 108A of the North Carolina General Statutes, including (among others) Work First, Food and Nutrition Services, Medicaid, child protective services, adoption services, adult protective services, and guardianship services.
AccessE11
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Normal 0 false false false EN-CA X-NONE X-NONE The democratization of information, fueled by the digital age, has empowered citizens to seek transparency and accountability from their local governments. As a result, municipalities are witnessing an unprecedented surge in citizen records requests. While this surge is a testament to an engaged and informed citizen base, it simultaneously presents logistical and operational challenges for local governments.
Partnership for Public Service
OCTOBER 12, 2023
The Partnership’s Center for Presidential Transition® and Deloitte recently released “ The States of Our Union, ” a new resource about how presidential transition teams can prepare to work with state, local, tribal and territorial officials to accomplish big things for a new administration or a second term. The release event featured former Maryland Gov.
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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.
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