McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 26, 2024
Scaling up deployment of decarbonization technologies is crucial to achieve net zero, but there is a reality gap—the lack of firm EU and US project commitments could slow momentum.
AWS Public Sector Blog
AUGUST 26, 2024
Transit authorities have to maintain the location and schedule of large numbers of vehicle fleets on a daily basis. Most commonly, GPS coordinates are used to track vehicle location and transportation route. GPS coordinates often have anomalies that can contaminate location reporting. Additionally, if a vehicle takes a detour, it will offset public transportation schedules.
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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 26, 2024
Sibanye-Stillwater CEO Neal Froneman discusses mining’s critical role in the energy transition and what the industry can do to promote sustainability, now and in the future.
State Tech Magazine
AUGUST 26, 2024
State and local governments are often pressured to make full use of allocated funds within specific time lines. For IT decision-makers, this pressure can manifest as capital expenditures (CAPEX) to acquire technology with long-term lifecycles. Obsolescence is the obvious risk here. Investments in technology can become outdated, forcing state and local agencies to spend more in the next budget cycle.
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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
AUGUST 26, 2024
Generative AI is helping organizations do more in less time. An attitude of eager curiosity could help leaders seize the burgeoning opportunities that come with new technology.
AWS Public Sector Blog
AUGUST 26, 2024
Credit unions play a crucial role in communities by providing a diverse range of financial services driven by their members’ needs. These services, supported by core banking applications, form the backbone of credit union operations. Traditionally, credit unions use legacy systems for their core banking applications, such as lending, payments, and deposits.
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GovLoop
AUGUST 26, 2024
Federal AI adoption is increasing. Also, national rulemaking about AI safety and security is increasing pressure on agencies to refresh their IT infrastructure. Prior to COVID-19, said Matthew Rose, Industry Principal, Global Public Sector, of Snowflake, the Government Accountability Office reported that some federal systems were as much as 60 years old.
American City & Country
AUGUST 26, 2024
Alternative forms of student transportation provide options for districts that need to supplement their current bus transportation to best serve their students’ needs. There are multiple ways to procure alternative transportation. A district’s urgency in starting services, as well as other procurement requirements, can help determine the best route to take.
GovLoop
AUGUST 26, 2024
To meet mission needs, federal agencies must interact with databases containing everything from personal records to geographical information to law enforcement data. It’s imperative that these databases comply with the White House zero-trust security mandate. Yet implementing zero trust in legacy database management systems has proven to be problematic.
American City & Country
AUGUST 26, 2024
In today’s world, ensuring clean and healthy indoor air quality has become more crucial than ever, especially with the increasing prevalence of wildfires. Wildfire smoke poses a significant health risk, contaminating the air with harmful particles that can infiltrate indoor environments. At the same time, proper ventilation is essential for reducing indoor respiratory pathogens like COVID-19.
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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
AUGUST 26, 2024
To support outstanding constituent experiences, government agencies need cyber resiliency, the capacity to bounce back quickly in the face of setbacks. Resiliency encompasses an agency’s people, processes and technology, with an underlying focus on safeguarding information related to the customer experience (CX), said Michael Carroll, Vice President of Sales — US SLED at Commvault, which helps agencies secure and recover data in the face of ransomware and other threats.
American City & Country
AUGUST 26, 2024
September is National Food Safety Month, a time to be reminded of the critical importance of maintaining high standards in the foodservice industry. Foodborne illnesses continue to be a pressing concern in high-trafficked areas, such as cafeterias, dining halls, food courts and any kind of kitchen where food is prepared, cooked and served. These illnesses are often preventable through rigorous hygiene and safety measures in food preparation and handling.
OpenGov
AUGUST 26, 2024
Business Licensing: The Ultimate Guide [New For 2024] Business Licensing 101: How Your Local Government Can Support Business & Community Growth Business Licensing FAQs What are the different types of […] The post Business Licensing [2024 Guide] appeared first on OpenGov.
GovLoop
AUGUST 26, 2024
Cybercrime is today an organized industry. It has individuals and businesses specializing in different stages of cyber-attack. There are scouts that identify lucrative targets, programmers to develop malware, infrastructure providers to deliver malware at scale, call centers with social engineering specialists to extort ransom, and ecommerce sites to connect various buyers and sellers of various goods and services.
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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.
Barrett & Greene
AUGUST 26, 2024
In conversations that we’ve had lately with people in human resources and elsewhere in government, we’ve found ourselves repeatedly chatting about challenges with their newest cadre of employees: members of the so-called Generation Z. Generally, members of Generation Z are labeled as those who are currently aged 12 to 27. A number of traits tend to be associated with this group, including a desire for real-time feedback.
American City & Country
AUGUST 26, 2024
At the heart of our democracy, election poll workers serve as the guardians of the voting process. Their role is pivotal in maintaining the integrity and smooth operation of elections. It’s essential to recognize the importance of thorough background screening for these individuals. As we approach November, officials at the local, state, and federal levels need to address several challenges, including: Raising public confidence in the electoral process.
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