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Disaster Zone Podcast: The Role of Emergency Management in Cybersecurity

Disaster Zone blog

How well are you connected to your organization's technology leadership?

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Government Continuity Strategy 2023: Procedures During a Crisis | GovPilot

GovPilot

It’s hard to forget the current events of the past few years, many of which left many Americans shocked and underprepared when they were forced to lockdown and go remote for work. Public sector workers were no exception.

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How to Pronounce Hurricane Idalia

Disaster Zone blog

It is not Sally or Mary.or Fred.

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10 Ways to Use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Community Engagement

Social Pinpoint

Artificial intelligence (AI) is already being used in community engagement across various industries and sectors. The intersection of AI and community engagement offers a promising horizon. AI introduces efficiencies, personalization, and data-driven insights that can redefine the participation experience. Artificial intelligence (AI) involves using computers to do things that traditionally require human intelligence.

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Municipal Maintenance: Ready, Set, Inspect!

Speaker: Noratek

Maintaining municipal operations is no small task, especially when budgets are tight and public expectations are high. In this webinar, we’ll explore how local governments can streamline their maintenance operations while ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. What You’ll Gain: Proven strategies for effective inspection management Insight into leveraging digital tools Practical tips for addressing common maintenance challenges Examples of municipalities that have achieved success.

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More on Hazard Insurance

Disaster Zone blog

This is what is happening and likely will happen more in the future.

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Announcing the 2023 Google Cloud Customer Award Winners in Government and Education

Google Public Sector

The public sector continues to inspire us with their dedication to leveraging technology and serving their constituents. This year’s winners of the Google Cloud Customer Award in government and education include eight organizations from across the country. Each of these entities is setting new standards for creating meaningful change and leaving a positive impact within their communities.

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Announcing the 9th Annual ED Games Expo

Homeroom

The 9th Annual ED Games Expo will occur September 19-22, 2023 in-person at the Kennedy Center REACH and locations across Washington, DC, and through a livestreamed virtual event on September 21. The ED Games Expo is the annual public showcase of game-changing education technology (EdTech) innovations created through more than 50 programs at the Institute Continue Reading The post Announcing the 9th Annual ED Games Expo appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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Google and George Mason University Collaborate to Train the Next Generation of Cyber Defenders in AI

Google Public Sector

The global shortage of cybersecurity talent is growing, with a projected shortfall of 3.4 million people by the end of 2023 1 . This demand is driven by the increasing sophistication of cyberthreats, the growing use of cloud computing, and the need for continuous training and education in the cybersecurity field. To address this growing shortage, Google and George Mason University (Mason) are working together to provide students with access to Google Career Certificates and Google Cloud’s cuttin

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The McKinsey Crossword: “Can We Talk?” | No. 143

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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The U.S. Is Less Prepared to Fight Cybercrime Than It Could Be

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

Cybercrimes in the United States have resulted in hundreds of billions of dollars in losses, and threaten public safety and economic security. The victims are widespread and include individuals, schools, businesses, utilities, and governments. For.

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How Breckenridge, CO Ensures Tax & Licensing Compliance

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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Paper wealth or wealth based on productivity – what happens next?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The global balance sheet – the sum of all assets and liabilities in the world economy – has expanded continuously for the past two decades. But while its rise has been faster than during this soaring of the world's 'wealth on paper', productivity has slowed and investment dwindled. Boosting productivity is imperative and that requires savings flowing into productive investment and accelerated adoption of digital technologies, write Sven Smit and Jan Mischke in World Economic Forum.

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Proving your nonprofit’s qualifications in a grant

Professional Grant Writer

If you think about a grant as an investment by a foundation or government body, it’s easy to understand why that entity would. The post Proving your nonprofit’s qualifications in a grant appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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What promise does V2X hold for fleets?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

With bidirectional technology, EV fleets can earn revenue by powering the grid, homes, and buildings. What is V2X’s full potential, and what will drive widespread adoption in the United States?

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DAFITC 2023: The DOD Is Charting a New Path to Zero Trust

FedTech Magazine

Defense agencies are on the road to creating zero-trust cybersecurity environments, but they’ll be drawing their own maps as they work toward the 2027 deadline for implementation, says the Defense Department’s principal deputy CIO. “We’re not prescribing the how,” Leslie Beavers said. “We’re identifying the what.” Each of the military branches must focus on seven pillars as they build zero-trust capability: user, device, application, data, network, automation and audit.

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Holiday Safety Tips for Municipal Operations

The holiday season brings joy and celebration, but it also introduces unique challenges for municipal operations. From ensuring safe snow removal and managing icy sidewalks to organizing festive events and addressing increased community needs, municipalities play a critical role in keeping residents safe and operations running smoothly. This eBook provides actionable safety tips to help your team navigate the holiday season effectively, protect staff and citizens, and ensure compliance with safe

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How evaluating 'granular' economic and social development improves decision-making

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Understanding why the GDP per capita of Mapusa in Goa, India, is around $33,000, same as Porto, Portugal, even when India's per capita GDP hovers at $2,389 (per capital GDP of Portugal is 5X India's) could give an idea of how resources can be deployed where they are most needed, write Chris Bradley and Jonathan Woetzel in Forbes India.

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State and Local Governments Can Modernize Monitoring to Unlock the Potential of AI

State Tech Magazine

Nashville, Tenn., might be known for pioneering country music, but it’s also become a leader in a different type of orchestration: using artificial intelligence to improve citizens’ lives. Last fall, Vanderbilt University, the Tennessee Department of Transportation and others formed the CIRCLES Consortium, using AI and deep learning to improve traffic flow within the rapidly congested city.

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The Role of Emergency Management in Cybersecurity

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

Emergency management has traditionally been dealing with natural disasters and sometimes human caused disasters like hazardous materials. In recent years the issue of cybersecurity has become much more prominent as an issue. The podcast guest this week is Chris D. Volmer who is currently serving as the cyber & infrastructure security manager for the Idaho Office of Emergency Management, responsible for implementing whole of state programs and policies designed to protect SLTT networks and al

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Announcing the 2023 Google Cloud Customer Award Winners in Government and Education

Google Public Sector

The public sector continues to inspire us with their dedication to leveraging technology and serving their constituents. This year’s winners of the Google Cloud Customer Award in government and education include eight organizations from across the country. Each of these entities is setting new standards for creating meaningful change and leaving a positive impact within their communities.

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Boost Revenue With Simple Short-Term Rental Registration and Tax Collections

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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Transforming Cleveland Vacant Lots into an Urban Farm

Center for Community Progress

Drive 15 minutes southeast from the heart of downtown Cleveland and you’ll find an unexpected sight: a working urban farm, complete with a burgeoning fruit orchard, chicken coop, and hoop houses. The farm gives away everything they grow for free on the stoop of the house next door—the headquarters of the Concerned Citizens Community Council (CCCC) of Mt.

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Google and George Mason University Collaborate to Train the Next Generation of Cyber Defenders in AI

Google Public Sector

The global shortage of cybersecurity talent is growing, with a projected shortfall of 3.4 million people by the end of 2023 1 . This demand is driven by the increasing sophistication of cyberthreats, the growing use of cloud computing, and the need for continuous training and education in the cybersecurity field. To address this growing shortage, Google and George Mason University (Mason) are working together to provide students with access to Google Career Certificates and Google Cloud’s cuttin

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Season 6 Episode 22 - Celebrating Five Years of GovCast

GovCast

GovCast turns 5! The first episode published Aug. 29, 2018, featured a wide-ranging discussion with Jose Arrieta, who at the time served as the Department of Health and Human Services assistant deputy secretary. In the five years since, GovCast has hosted many leaders across the federal government, academia and industry to discuss everything from modernization to health IT to artificial intelligence in government.

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3 messaging tips to increase trust in government

Partnership for Public Service

Despite recent legislation that has made historic investments in our nation’s infrastructure , environmental resilience and economic development , a nationally representative survey issued late last year by the Partnership found that only 40% of Americans believe the federal government has a positive impact on people like them and only 38% believe the federal government serves their community.

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Overcoming Operational Challenges in Parks & Recreation

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.

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CFP (and Reviewers): From Chaos to Order: Addressing Cognitive Overload in the Learning Journey (Rowman & Littlefield)

A Library Writer's Blog

Call for Submissions & Reviewers: From Chaos to Order: Addressing Cognitive Overload in the Learning Journey (Rowman & Littlefield) Title of edited manuscript: From Chaos to Order: Addressing Cognitive Overload in the Learning Journey (Rowman & Littlefield) Edited by: Courtney McAllister (she/her), Solution Architect, Atypon; C. Elliott (she/they), Reference and Instruction Librarian, UMass Boston; and Sara C.

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How Las Vegas Is Leading the Way in Technology and Recreation — Episode 141

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

On today’s episode of Open Space Radio, we are diving into the dynamic world where recreation and technology intersect. The Las Vegas Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs department has always been at the forefront of innovative ideas, and today's episode is all about one of their latest projects — the Becker Technology Center and Recreation Park.