FedTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Kestrel, the Department of Energy’s newest supercomputer, has taken flight. The impressive machine would have never left the nest without Hewlett Packard Enterprise, the prime contractor responsible for bringing it to life. DOE tapped HPE in late 2021 to build the new platform to tackle ongoing renewable energy and energy-efficiency research. Kestrel will deliver more than five times faster performance, with 44 petaflops of computing power.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

A mapping exercise can help senior managers determine how best to bring employees with different priorities together to achieve common corporate goals.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The 2023-24 United States Supreme Court Term officially kicked off on Monday, October 2. During this term, the court will hear several cases that could impact local governments and their operations.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

As private equity firms enhance their approaches to diversity, equity, and inclusion, many still struggle to close important parity gaps.

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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.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Officials say they could see an uptick in unemployment insurance claims, have trouble feeding low-income families and experience disruptions to air travel, among other things.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In search of the best deals, US consumers are spreading out their spending across several months this holiday season. Here’s what that means for retailers.

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GCN

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

By increasing access to health insurance, including for immigrants lacking permanent legal status, states can reduce the burden of health care costs for communities.

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Careers in Government

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Accountability Fosters Better Results and More Respect The post Accountability Fosters Better Results and More Respect appeared first on Careers in Government.

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GCN

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Oklahoma law enforcement officers say the iPads offer telehealth services to connect distressed individuals with mental health professionals, reducing the number of hospitalizations and calls to 911 or 988.

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FedTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

With a zero-trust deadline looming for civilian agencies, the increasing use of artificial intelligence and continuing threats from both nation-state and independent rogue actors, today’s federal IT influencers have a lot on their plates. 2024 adds another level of complexity as the presidential primary season nears. Facts often became victims of misinformation in 2020, and with four years of practice under their belts (and a changing social media landscape), those who want to use cyberspace as

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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.

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GCN

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

A new toolkit from a rural broadband association calls on local leaders to build partnerships, engage in community outreach, and emphasize digital literacy and cybersecurity skills among residents.

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State Tech Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

State and local agencies should harness the full benefits of their data centers to bolster citizen services using transformative solutions. For that to happen, CIOs and CTOs must start by analyzing, integrating and optimizing their current and planned use of data virtualization solutions. By virtualization, I mean solutions that empower IT data centers to run multiple independent computing sessions simultaneously on a single physical computer.

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GCN

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

A new open-source flood risk model assesses communities' adaptive responses to flood events, which can help local governments prepare for flood intervention measures like altering development plans or elevating buildings.

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Partnership for Public Service

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

As the holiday season begins, the government is at risk of shutting its doors unless Congress passes necessary spending measures or another continuing resolution by Nov. 17. As excepted employees—those who perform jobs that affect our national health, safety, emergency response and other critical functions—air traffic controllers and Transportation Security Administration officers would have to work without pay if the government shuts down.

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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.

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Careers in Government

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Solutions are created through collaboration, contribution, and cooperation. The post 10 Behaviors to Avoid When Talking About Tough Topics appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Google Public Sector

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Over the past four years, I’ve traveled the world meeting with current and potential Google Cloud customers and listening to their thoughts about the cloud and its future. It’s my team’s job to turn those thoughts into reality. What I have consistently heard is that while the cloud was once heralded as a flexible, elastic, pay-as-you-go technology, today it is at risk of being co-opted by legacy vendors who want to bring back 1990s-style restrictive software licensing, such as erecting barriers

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Careers in Government

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Teams in the public sector face some imposing challenges in the workforce. However, it’s possible to overcome all these obstacles. The post How to Identify and Address Staffing Challenges in Critical Public Sector Industries appeared first on Careers in Government.

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GovLoop

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Under pressure to deliver services more quickly and securely, many agencies are struggling to grow their IT team and keep up with their constituents’ needs. Unfortunately, it can be challenging to find enough experts to do the work, and hiring those experts isn’t cheap. The only way to keep up is through network automation. How your agency automates is key, however.

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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-

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Careers in Government

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

As a Career Coach, I advise against a job seeker waiting until January to find a new job The post Powerful Reasons Why Job Seekers Should Not Wait Until January appeared first on Careers in Government.

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GovPilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In the constantly evolving landscape of local governance, there has been significant pressure to embrace eco-friendly solutions to everyday problems. The change from the conventional “gray” infrastructure to the more sustainable “green” option can feel like a daunting task that may be impacted by community needs as well as budget constraints. However, integrating green infrastructure systems and features into your municipalities daily use can be a pragmatic and feasible approach to overcoming ma

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GovLoop

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

As more agencies than ever begin to embrace the benefits a multi-cloud environment can bring, they are also grappling with a few accompanying obstacles, including a lack of visibility on who is using it (and for what purpose) as well as the cost of its upkeep. Cloud FinOps is a financial management discipline that creates accountability around cloud usage to help your agency successfully budget for this tech.

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GovPilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The New Jersey Borough expands their partnership with the cloud-based government management software provider to streamline operations and constituent services throughout the municipality.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

By: Mark Shepherd, Mayor, Clearfield City, Utah and Chairman of the Finance, Administration and Intergovernmental Relations at the National League of Cities By now, I am confident there isn’t an elected official in the United States who isn’t aware of the State and Local Fiscal Relief Funds (SLFRF) program created under the American Rescue Plan […] Source

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GovPilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The NJ County expan ds their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services throughout the municipality.

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Google Public Sector

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Google Cloud has a longstanding commitment to partnering with the U.S. government, helping agencies modernize technology systems, and shaping new frontiers in service delivery and mission success. Since establishing Google Public Sector last year, we've witnessed an ever-growing demand for cloud services as agencies leverage AI for critical work including improving cancer detection, transforming city services, and optimizing agency operations.

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GovPilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The NJ Borough expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services throughout the municipality.

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Advertiser: Noratek

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.

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Super Library Marketing

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Photo courtesy of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library This is the first in the 2024 series of social media guides for libraries. In the coming weeks, new best practice guides for Instagram, YouTube, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, and TikTok will be released. Stay tuned! Facebook for libraries Once again, Facebook remains the single most popular social media platform for libraries.

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GovPilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The NJ Borough expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services throughout the municipality.

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GovPilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The NJ Township expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and constituent services in the municipality.

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GovPilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The NJ Township expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services in the municipality.

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