GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

APRIL 8, 2025

Despite nearly doubling its shipbuilding budget over the last 2 decades, the U.S. Navy hasnt increased its number of ships. The Navy and Department of Defense work with private companies to build ships and have invested billions of dollars to.

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Partnership for Public Service

APRIL 8, 2025

Major change is rippling through the federal government right now, with agencies enacting reductions in force that are slashing the federal civil service and dramatically changing the way it works. The Partnerships Public Service Leadership Model offers a roadmap for government leaders at all levels to navigate this turmoil. The models Leading Change competency can help public servants embrace risk and uncertainty, and leverage vision, influence, adaptability, and innovation and creativity to st

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Public Administration Associates

APRIL 8, 2025

Public Administration Associates(PAA) is pleased to announce that its new leadership changes will be effective immediately. Dave Bretl , a PAA partner and Vice President since 2019, has assumed the role of interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Legal Counsel. Sue McDade , a PAA Associate since 2018, has been named a partner and the firm’s new Vice President.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

APRIL 8, 2025

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 youre looking for a quick win.

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Successful partnerships start with knowing what public sector leaders care about. This report spotlights global innovators shaping the future of public service by tackling real-world challenges across AI, digital identity, citizen experience, and data strategy. Their work reveals the priorities, pain points, and investment areas that are driving transformation.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 8, 2025

Imagine a neighborhood where young children and caregivers can explore nature-rich environments with plenty of shade, trees and flowers. A community where early childhood centers offer outdoor play and learning spaces filled with trees, pollinator gardens and natural play elements.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

APRIL 8, 2025

Ashita Batavia, head of hematology and oncology data sciences, R&D, at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, discusses how data can advance clinical trials, drug development, and prescreening.

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Next City

APRIL 8, 2025

In the Bay Area, the nation’s oldest Black bookstore has weathered violent gentrification and urban renewal to become a ‘living museum.

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State Tech Magazine

APRIL 8, 2025

As the host of six matches over three summer weeks for soccers 2026 FIFA World Cup, Philadelphia is anticipating an influx of more than half a million visitors to the city. Also on the citys agenda for that year and expected to draw hundreds of thousands are the NCAAs March Madness mens basketball tournament, MLBs All-Star Game and various events celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

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Park Leaders

APRIL 8, 2025

“I’m going to do something that’s connected to the national parks or our or a state park near me so that I can use my knowledge and see the real world impact it has. And that way, I never am stuck in class asking, why is this important? Why on earth do I have to learn this?” Every park holds stories waiting to be told. James Fester, an educator and former interpreter with California State Parks and the National Park Service, returns to discuss the ever-evolving connection

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GovLoop

APRIL 8, 2025

Whenever a constituent interacts with an agency, whether requesting information or accessing services, the quality of that engagement often comes down to data. Does the employee or system have access to the data needed to provide a helpful response? That is why artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI have the potential to transform government services.

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In a survey of U.S. business owners, more than 64% indicated their local government’s online tax portal needs improvement. It’s clear that while business owners want to work with their local government to stay in compliance, many online tax systems do not enable them to do so effectively.

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FedTech Magazine

APRIL 8, 2025

Tech companies such as Intel reshaped themselves around essentialist Greg McKeowns argument that if you do not prioritize your life, someone else will. With the Department of Government Efficiency focused increasingly on quantifiable savings, it stands to reason that agencies that have rationalized efficiency plans ready when DOGE shows up will be better positioned to set their own priorities.

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A Library Writer's Blog

APRIL 8, 2025

Dear Colleagues, Are you passionate about business or social science librarianship, creative pedagogy, or emerging trends in research and instruction? Do you have ideas, insights, or stories to share with a vibrant community of academic and professional librarians? If so, wed love to feature your work on BizLibratory ! BizLibratory is a collaborative platform that explores the intersections of business, social science, librarianship, and innovation.

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