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The hidden traps of business building: A guide for life science CEOs

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

CEOs in pharma, biotech, and medtech are increasingly building patient-centric businesses but are struggling to do so. Avoiding five common roadblocks can help leaders build successful businesses.

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Harnessing the power of generative AI in AWS GovCloud

AWS Public Sector Blog

In an era of increasing regulatory scrutiny and data privacy requirements, organizations working in the public sector need robust, secure, and compliant solutions. Amazon Web Services (AWS) GovCloud (US) offers a specialized environment tailored for organizations that need to meet strict regulatory and compliance requirements. AWS GovCloud (US) adheres to Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) High, the Department of Justice (DOJ) Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS)

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From engines to algorithms: Gen AI in automotive software development

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

As the automotive and industrial sectors undergo major technological advancements, gen AIdriven operating models can allow companies to develop software more easily, safely, and innovatively.

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Shadow AI: Shining Light on a Growing Security Threat

FedTech Magazine

Agencies need to confront the growing problem of shadow artificial intelligence through policy updates and the implementation of new security measures. Microsoft and LinkedIn found 78% of AI users bring their own tools to work, and 52% are reluctant to admit using it, according to the 2024 Work Trend Index Annual Report. This is the reality of shadow AI: Many workers already use the technology covertly.

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Municipal Maintenance Guide: Inspections

Get this municipal maintenance guide that provides municipalities with a detailed and structured approach to maintaining city infrastructure. This guide outlines systematic inspection procedures and best practices, ensuring the safety, longevity, and operational efficiency of municipal assets. From roadways and bridges to public buildings and utilities, the guide covers all aspects of municipal maintenance.

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What to expect in US healthcare in 2025 and beyond

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Industry economics are shifting toward non-acute care delivery, healthcare software, data, analytics, and specialty pharmacy segments.

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How to Use Data for Public Good

GovLoop

Most of us are familiar with projects gone wrong, with indecision, delays and wasteful sidetracks when no one understood the projects purpose. But up-front analysis can avoid those speedbumps, and its especially vital for data-driven projects, such as determining how an agency feeds residents experiencing food insecurity. In other words, you want to make sure that youre solving the right problems, first and foremost, said Ali Benson, Director of the Beeck Center for Social Impact and Innovations

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4 Graphics Explain Los Angeles’ Rare and Devastating January Fires

The City Fix

Wildfires have been rapidly spreading across the Los Angeles area since Jan. 7, displacing upwards of 175,000 people and claiming at least five lives as of Jan. 9. The Palisades fire the first to erupt and the biggest blaze.

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Scaling gen AI in the life sciences industry

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Gen AI pilots have shown promise, but for the technology to deliver transformational business value in the life sciences industry, organizations need to rethink how they scale it.

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The WorkPlace: For The People Podcast

The Whistle Post

Joe Carbone, CEO and President of The Workplace, discusses the successes of 2024 and the goals for 2025 for the organization. The post The WorkPlace: For The People Podcast appeared first on The WorkPlace.

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Enhancing resource sharing with AWS Outposts

AWS Public Sector Blog

The Amazon Web Services (AWS) service, AWS Outposts , is a game-changer for public sector organizations, offering a unique blend of cloud capabilities and on-premises control. It enables government agencies, educational institutions, and healthcare providers to modernize their IT infrastructure while adhering to strict data sovereignty, security, and compliance requirements.

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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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Systems Leadership: a qualitative systematic review of advice for policymakers

Paul Cairney

By Paul Cairney and Claire Toomey, University of Stirling. This post summarises our pre-print in Open Research Europe. It is the second of a three-part series of articles on collaborative policymaking.

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CDT Reimagines Its Open Source Data Portal  

California Department of Technology

Continue reading CDT Reimagines Its Open Source Data Portal at TechBlog.

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Michael Froman on the business implications of geopolitics

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The president of the Council on Foreign Relations explains that companies today are facing the most complex international environment in 80 years.

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University of Michigan team uses AWS to accelerate simulations and win the American Solar Challenge

AWS Public Sector Blog

The University of Michigan Solar Car Team , renowned for their innovative designs and competitive edge, has once again pushed the boundaries of solar car technology. Their recent victory in the American Solar Challenge (ASC) can be attributed, in part, to their strategic use of Amazon Web Services (AWS) for advanced simulations and design optimization.

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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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Yuhki Yamashita on ‘user love’ as the fuel for product-led growth

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Figma chief product officer Yuhki Yamashita discusses how to leverage connections with customers and communities to promote product-led growth.