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The state of AI in early 2024: Gen AI adoption spikes and starts to generate value

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

As generative AI adoption accelerates, survey respondents report measurable benefits and increased mitigation of the risk of inaccuracy. A small group of high performers lead the way.

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Proposed federal AI roadmap would fund local election offices

GCN

Amid warnings that artificial intelligence could “totally discredit our election systems,” a group of U.S. senators released a sprawling roadmap that includes grant funding to keep elections safe from AI.

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When failure is an option: Fostering organizational innovation and learning

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

To achieve sustainable innovation, companies can embrace failure as a catalyst for driving change. Capability centers can enhance performance and promote learning in high-stakes operations.

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Support for rooftop solar outpaces other energy infrastructure

GCN

A new survey assessed support of local government officials in Michigan for solar, wind and nuclear energy infrastructure and power transmission.

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A Guide For City Managers & CAOs to Achieve Operational Excellence

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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Workers wanted: How to fill the skilled-trade shortage

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

In the United States, demand for skilled workers has skyrocketed—and the unmet need for tradespeople risks putting prosperity and even national security at stake. What’s next?

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The homeowner mutiny leaving Florida cities defenseless against hurricanes

GCN

The federal government is refusing to restore eroded beaches in Pinellas County unless homeowners agree to one condition: public access.

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Healthcare networks in the age of IOT

Open Access Government - Technology News

Dominic Norton, Sales Director from Spitfire Network Services Ltd, analyses healthcare networks in the age of the Internet of things As far-reaching in its impact as advances in biotechnology and medical engineering, the healthcare industry is undergoing a digital transformation driven by the adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. These promise to revolutionise care by enabling real-time health monitoring, automating clinical operations, and enhancing the management of hospital resou

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Harnessing analytics and AI to shape the future of mobility retail

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

To prepare for a world of lower fuel sales, forecourt retailers can harness advanced analytics and AI to increase revenues from electric vehicle charging and convenience.

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Why cybersecurity begins with users

GCN

COMMENTARY | Employees who are the least aware of security threats often present the biggest risk.

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Positioning for success in the chemical markets of the future

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

European chemical manufacturers are in a difficult position, with overcapacities projected in several key value chains until 2030. Emerging sustainable product markets present a promising solution.

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Empower Digital Government: Strategic Workbook for Modern Transformation

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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Lodi, Calif., Built a Ransomware Defense Matrix with Multiple Solutions

State Tech Magazine

In Lodi, Calif., a ransomware attack served as a wake-up call to city IT leaders. It looked like nothing at first. “We thought it was something routine, that the system had stopped, and we needed to reboot it,” says IT Manager Benjamin Buecher. Then a technician found a ransomware letter in the system. “We immediately went into defensive mode.” Existing tools helped minimize the damage, but Buecher determined that a more robust defense was needed going forward.

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The case for space

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The space economy is at an inflection point. Here’s how space is reshaping our day-to-day lives in surprising ways—and how it could help leaders address some of our most pressing business and societal challenges in the future.

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Agencies Find Zero Trust and Cyber Resilience Go Hand in Hand

FedTech Magazine

Agencies’ cybersecurity budgets continue to increase to help them better prevent evolving threats to sensitive data and systems. Investing in stronger security measures and cyber hygiene training for employees makes sense, but mistakes — such as clicking on a suspicious link — are inevitable, and when they occur, attackers can breach federal systems.

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Bias Busters: Next in line? A structured approach to succession planning

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

A good old-fashioned task force can help boards depersonalize the process of picking new leaders.

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Key Strategies for Public Works Employees to Embrace Government Software

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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Emergency Management on the Southwest Border

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

El Paso, like many border jurisdictions, works to maintain good working relationships with their cross-border international neighbors. What makes it much more challenging is the mass migration of immigrants that has occurred in recent years, beginning in 2019. Jorge Rodriguez, the podcast guest is the Emergency Management Director for the El Paso City-County Office of Emergency Management.

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Banking on interest rates: A playbook for the new era of volatility

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Five levers can help banks set themselves on a course to more proactive and effective interest rate risk management.

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Success Stories of Meaningful Online Patient and Community Engagement in Healthcare

Social Pinpoint

Effective engagement in health means more than just communication; it involves building trust, encouraging participation, and ensuring all voices are heard in decision-making. This article explores strategies for promoting meaningful engagement in health, providing real-world examples of successful initiatives. By understanding these approaches, healthcare professionals can create more inclusive, responsive, and patient-centered systems that meet the needs of those they serve.

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How generative AI could accelerate software product time to market

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

A new study offers early lessons on how generative AI can improve product managers’ productivity, quality, and experience.

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7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities

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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Promoting Meaningful Engagement in Health [with Examples]

Social Pinpoint

Effective engagement in health means more than just communication; it involves building trust, encouraging participation, and ensuring all voices are heard in decision-making. This article explores strategies for promoting meaningful engagement in health, providing real-world examples of successful initiatives. By understanding these approaches, healthcare professionals can create more inclusive, responsive, and patient-centered systems that meet the needs of those they serve.

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Global capability centers: From execution to transformation

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Global capability centers are faced with the complexities of a volatile, rapidly changing world. By harnessing the centers’ operational excellence, solutions can be found.

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What Constituents Want From Their Government Officials Guide From GovPilot

GovPilot

Serving your community as a local government officia l is no small feat. In this role, you are tasked with the responsibility of not only managing the daily operations of your community, but also ensuring that your decisions align with the differing wants and needs of your fellow citizens. It is a delicate balancing act that requires a nuanced understanding of the community you serve and a sincere commitment to addressing their concerns.

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Petrochemicals review: Where we are now and where we’re going

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The petrochemical industry may have reached the bottom of the cycle, but a look forward shows modest improvement in market conditions on the horizon.

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A Guide For Everyone: Accessibility & Inclusivity Inspection Handbook

Dive into this comprehensive guide to inclusivity and accessibility! This handbook equips you with indispensable insights and practical strategies to ensure every space welcomes all. Whether you're an inspector, designer, or municipal employee, streamline compliance with regulations while fostering genuine inclusivity. From detailed checklists to case studies, we cover every aspect, empowering you to create environments that prioritize accessibility without compromising service.

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States are already collecting more abortion data. And HIPAA won’t always keep it private.

GCN

As states pass laws mandating health care providers compile more information on patients' pregnancies and abortions, experts warn of privacy concerns.

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The McKinsey Crossword: Name Us—We’re Famous | No. 183

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

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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Chapter 11: Foreign Policy and the War on Terror

Paul Cairney

This post by Sean Kippin introduces chapter 11 of Politics and Policymaking in the UK by Paul Cairney and Sean Kippin. This chapter uses the case study of the Iraq Ware to explores UK foreign policymaking.

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McKinsey China Auto Consumer Insights 2024

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Results from a new McKinsey survey reveal how consumer preferences for vehicles are evolving within China, one of the world’s most important automotive markets.

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ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PA TIMES Magazine is a publication of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA), a not-for-profit corporation. This edition focused on diversity, equity and inclusion in public administration, including guest columns, insights for the field and interviews with city government DEI officers about their work at the local level.

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A New Type of Agency: Agile and Anticipatory

GovLoop

When constituents receive the same level of service and convenience from government as the private sector offers — whether dealing with garbage collection, fishing licenses or social services benefits — people tend to think well of government. It matters whether someone has a positive or negative experience transitioning from traditional, face-to-face interactions with agencies to more digital outreach, said Chris Dilley, CTO State and Local Government at Service Now, a company that helps organi

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The myth of an enduring index premium

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Being included in (or excluded from) a stock index does tend to change the stock price. But the effect disappears in a few weeks.

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