McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Optimists, pessimists—who’s right? New research breaks down the physical realities slowing our progress toward net zero: what’s simpler, what’s tough, and what’s vital to transforming our energy system successfully.
NLC (National League of Cities)
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Authored by by Juliet L. King PhD, ATR-BC, LPC, LMHC Public-facing figures are taxed by balancing personal privacy with their public roles. The stress of maintaining a public image, coupled with criticism, can lead to significant emotional strain. In 2021, “8 in 10 surveyed local elected officials reported experiencing harassment, threats, and violence.
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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Across disease types, patients with disabilities experience inequities all along the care pathway—with consequently worse outcomes. Inclusive pathway designs and targeted interventions could help.
State Tech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
It’s time to embrace the next technological frontier: generative artificial intelligence. GenAI is already a staple in the lives of millions, simplifying personal and professional tasks. But as it evolves at a breakneck pace, there’s a risk that those who could benefit the most from GenAI, particularly individuals with disabilities, might be left behind.
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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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Asia’s geopolitical diversity and deeply interconnected trade network are redefining its patterns of trade. Partner Jeongmin Seong describes McKinsey’s analysis of geopolitical forces in the region.
AWS Public Sector Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
I get to talk with procurement teams about AWS Marketplace daily. The best part of these conversations is their delight when they see the consolidated purchasing analytics. A close second best part, though, is when some form of this question inevitably arises, “So AWS is reselling software now?” I love this question because the answer cuts to the heart of how IT marketplaces offer a new way of approaching software procurement.
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AWS Public Sector Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
In the intricate web of government agencies, the smooth exchange of data is paramount to provide citizens seamless access to digital services. However, this exchange poses significant challenges, particularly concerning citizen-centric data. Multiple agencies need to manage data sensitivity and confidentiality, which, if leaked or stolen, can be detrimental to both the citizen and the reputation of the government.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Good leadership is needed more than ever, yet the majority of leaders feel ill-equipped to take on their new roles. Partner Faridun Dotiwala explains why human-centric leadership could be the answer.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
U.S. military service members gain important skills and experience on the job. But after leaving the military, some find it difficult to leverage those skills or have their experience recognized by other employers. Each year, about 200,000 service.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
First movers and fast movers are already using AI and gen AI to develop an advantage, says senior partner Shelley Stewart. He shares why he believes taking some “smart risk” is worth it.
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.
State Tech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Nicole Ferrini, climate and sustainability officer for the city of El Paso, Texas, was on a mission to give unhoused people access to the resources they need. So, she focused on what many of them already have access to: internet-connected devices. With help from Cisco, she led the creation of El Paso Helps. This online portal connects unhoused citizens with government services in just one or two clicks.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Partner Asilah Azil explains what’s driving the energy transition in Asia, plus why more investment will be needed to reach net-zero.
GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Government is understandably excited about the potential for AI to elevate constituent services and enhance mission outcomes. But AI needs data — lots of data — to understand patterns and deliver intelligible guidance to federal workers. With this in mind, “the modernization challenge really revolves around making sure that data is prepared, accessible and ready to be used,” said Dom Delmolino, Vice President, Technology Solutions Architectures, at Amazon Web Services (AWS).
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
PE funds increasingly invest in add-on deals to grow faster and perform better, but how they go about executing such deals has changed.
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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.
Social Pinpoint
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Community hubs, along with neighborhood portals, are central spaces that foster collaboration to help boost public participation. They provide access to resources, services, and programs that are tailored to community needs, while neighborhood portals offer online areas for residents to engage, share information, and stay connected with local events, initiatives, and projects.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Despite low consumer confidence, pockets of growth in China’s vast consumer market remain.
Princeton Public Library
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
As a child, I was encouraged to read as much as possible, and to read as diverse as possible. I was intimately familiar with every The post Those librarians appeared first on Princeton Public Library.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Though optimistic about the world, Asia’s CEOs face significant disruptions and dynamics. Senior partner and Asia chairman Gautam Kumra emphasizes the need for agility and transformation.
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-
GovPilot
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Local government institutions have long relied on resident feedback to shape policies that reflect the real needs and desires of their communities.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
China may be slowing down, but it’s still too important a market not to be in it. Senior partner and China chairman Joe Ngai has advice for multinational CEOs looking to reach today’s Chinese consumer.
California Department of Technology
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
California Awarded 1st Place in Leadership and an ‘A’ in Digital States Survey September 26, 2024 – In a proud moment for the Golden State, California hit a major milestone in its digital journey by achieving a first place for “Leadership” in the 2024 Digital States Survey by the Center for Digital Government. This recognition reflects the State’s innovative IT strategy and its alignment with the Administration’s goals of fostering technological growth, enhanc
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Digitization is reshaping Asian societies, governments, and economies, laying a foundation for sustainable and inclusive growth. McKinsey’s Vidhya Ganesan highlights some of the major innovations.
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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.
GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Adoption of AI has been widespread in recent years, touching every area of life because of its potential to improve operations. For government agencies’ cybersecurity operations, AI holds especially great promise. For instance, AI can automate and enhance cybersecurity practices by recognizing and remediating threats faster than a human could. These capabilities are more important than ever because as attackers weaponize AI, agencies need to respond by implementing defensive AI in their networks
Partnership for Public Service
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
The demographics of the 2 million civil servants who work in the federal workforce are fairly representative of the country as a whole. Emphasizing this fact may be one way to improve public views of the government. When asked directly, about half of Americans believe they are at least somewhat represented in the federal workforce. A national survey conducted by the Partnership for Public Service in spring 2024 found that 47% of U.S. adults agree that “people like me” work in the federal governm
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