Microsoft Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

We're thrilled to announce that Azure OpenAI has been approved as a service within the DoD Impact Level 4 (IL4) and Impact Level 5 (IL5) Provisional Authorization (PA) for Azure Government by DISA, the agency of the US Department of Defense (DoD) that is responsible for the Provisional Authorization of commercial cloud offerings and their services, as well as developing and maintaining the DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (SRG).

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American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

It costs real money when the public sector gets hit with a ransomware assault. The average (mean) cost for state and local government organizations to recover from a ransomware attack was $2.83 million in 2024, more than double the $1.21 million reported in 2023. This is a sample of the data in the “State of Ransomware in State and Local Government 2024 report.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 3, 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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The City Fix

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In Brooklyn, one of New York City’s five boroughs, a new schoolyard features newly-planted native trees offering shade and bright playground equipment that sits adjacent to a track and turf field. Colorful murals celebrating the diversity of its Boreum Hill.

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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.

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GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Many students of high school biology learned about fruit flies: the tiny, winged creatures with red or white eyes that teach us about chromosomes, DNA, and dominant and recessive genes. It’s the study of genetics at a basic level. But to understand complex gene interactions — the kind of knowledge that leads to breakthrough drugs for infectious diseases, for instance — you need a lot more math, which humans and traditional computers can’t handle.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The UNDP’s Pedro Conceição talks about today’s global gridlock, uncertainty complex, and a pervasive sense of disempowerment.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

What does it take to create value in the intensely competitive retail industry—especially if you’re not a big retailer? A new analysis reveals what’s worked.

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State Tech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Artificial intelligence is slowly but surely making its way into state and local government operations. Many decision-makers remain concerned about a lack of comprehensive high-level policies governing AI's use, and others have a general sense of unpreparedness to integrate AI into existing workflows. Some leaders also fear that AI could lead to job displacement or introduce errors into critical processes.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Trisha Price, chief product officer of Pendo.io, discusses the importance of metrics in product management and how teams can use data to inform every aspect of their products.

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Park Leaders

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

“The small stuff is where you create that memory or you create an impression that never leaves them. Attention to those little details really matter.” Attention to details isn’t just a small matter; it can transform the experience of park visitors. In the latest episode of the Park Leaders Show, Phil Gaines returns for a conversation about why the small stuff is crucial in parks and conservation.

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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.

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FedTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Different agencies have different hypervisor needs as they work to manage IT resources more efficiently by using virtual representations of physical machines such as storage, networks and services. Some agencies want to enable remote access of files and applications, while others are more concerned with disaster recovery or data center optimization.

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GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Something transformational is happening in an unexpected place. Sixty feet below Macomb County, Michigan, the Public Works commissioner’s office is using drones and AI to inspect sewer lines. It’s the first time the state has deployed this type of drone and AI, which let workers scrutinize lines more safely, cheaply and efficiently than ever before.

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ParkTalk podcast

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Preparation for the Spring Dance Recital takes a lot of hard work. Dance Academy alumni, Mary Redgate and Ellie Laflamme, talk about their experiences dancing for the Park District and their passion for the artform. Preparation for the Spring Dance Recital takes a lot of hard work. Dance Academy alumni, Mary Redgate and Ellie Laflamme, talk about their experiences dancing for the Park District and their passion for the artform.

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GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

AI offers government agencies unprecedented opportunities to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making and deliver better services to citizens. “Generative AI specifically enables agencies to automate complex tasks such as content creation, data analysis and predictive modeling,” said Maria Fahmi, Executive Vice President, Technology & Engineering, with V3Gate, which specializes in providing emerging technology to the public sector.

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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.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In September 2021, Japan took a leap with the establishment of its Digital Agency and the creation of the government cloud. With the goal to build a society in which no one is left behind by improving convenience, health, and happiness through digital technology, Japan’s Digital Agency represents the nation’s bold commitment to digital innovation across government and society.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

From retrofitting planes to overhauling its website and upgrading its lounges, British Airways’ £7 billion transformation plan puts the customer first.

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Partnership for Public Service

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

America is at an inflection point, with public trust in government continuing its overall decline since the 1960s. Public servants are working to reverse this decline , improving how people engage with federal services, from filing taxes, renewing a passport, or signing up for Social Security benefits. The President’s Management Agenda also lists improving the customer experience as a top priority, and agencies and customer experience leaders are following suit by working to institutionali

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GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The value of a community survey might be summed up this way: You don’t know until you ask. You might have a good sense of how your constituents feel about a particular issue, but a survey helps you confirm — or revise — your assumptions, and it allows you to get more meaningful context. That was the goal of the North Carolina Pandemic Recovery Office (NCPRO), which the state’s governor created in 2020 to manage the distribution of federal recovery funds.

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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.

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Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In less than 40 days, thousands of park and recreation professionals from across the country will gather in Atlanta for the 2024 NRPA Annual Conference. This is, without a doubt, the best park and recreation conference you can attend — it’s filled with tons of amazing opportunities to learn, build your network, and of course, have a little fun with your peers.

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