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Theorizing Cities Under the Anthropocene

Next City

Urban geographer Stephanie Wakefield’s “Miami in the Anthropocene” calls for a new critical urban theory for our time.

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The Changing Landscape of IT Distribution in the Public Sector: A Podcast with Art Richer

Government Technology Insider

From hardware-focused supply chains to cloud-based service models, the distribution landscape has undergone significant changes. Over the past decade, the role of IT in government operations has evolved significantly and public sector IT distribution has adapted to meet these new demands and complexities. In the latest episode of the Government Technology Insider Podcast , host Lucas Hunsicker sat down with former public sector CEO, Art Richer.

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Robert Hormats on how today’s geopolitics affects companies

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The former Under Secretary of State discusses the risk of a trade war, the rise of China, and the importance of geopolitical context in corporate decision making.

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TMF Boasts More Than $1B in IT Investments

FedTech Magazine

In the Office of the Federal CIO 2024 Impact Report, the Office of Management and Budget touted the accomplishments of the Technology Modernization Fund, a federal investment program that awards agencies additional allocations to implement IT projects. OMB reports that the TMF has allocated more than $1 billion for 69 investments across 34 agencies since its inception.

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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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Boosting auto sales productivity: A playbook for excellence

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Despite investing significantly in technology, US auto retailers face productivity roadblocks and rising costs. A new playbook can help create value.

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Cooperative Purchasing: State Procurement Offices Prioritize Sustainability During Acquisitions

State Tech Magazine

Minnesotas Office of Enterprise Sustainability works to reduce energy and asset waste among the states government agencies. Established in 2017 and reaffirmed recently by Gov. Tim Walz, the office concentrates on supporting sustainability in six focus areas, one of which is procurement. Within procurement, the Minnesota Office of Enterprise Sustainabilitys team of five experts reviews new contract awards and rebids to incorporate clauses that promote efficient energy use and smart asset manageme

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How to Drive Traffic to Your Engagement Site

Social Pinpoint

In todays landscape, having an online community engagement platform is essential to connect with your residents, gather feedback, and involve members in decision-making. However, simply having a community engagement platform isnt enough. To make a real impact, you need to drive traffic to your engagement site, ensuring you hear from a diverse range of voices.

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AWS launches £5 million cyber education grant to boost security in the UK

AWS Public Sector Blog

Amazon Web Services (AWS) today announced the launch of its first AWS UK Cyber Education Grant Program, a 5 million initiative aimed at strengthening the cybersecurity capabilities of educational institutions across the United Kingdom. The cybersecurity challenge in UK education Recent data from the UK government reveals the significant cybersecurity challenges facing UK educational institutions.

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SEPTA to offer free rides for after the National Football Conference championship game

Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

Featuring the Washington Commanders and the Philadelphia Eagles. The only reason I am following this game (besides my interest in teams and the business, management, economics, and societal impacts) is with the first Trump Administration I started reading more sports stories as a way to escape thinking about some of the bad political things happening.

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Reflecting on past hope in "reforming" federal cabinet agencies to better focus on urban and rural planning and economic development needs

Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

Seeing an article (" Trump's HUD pick, Scott Turner, faces questions on the Hill: Trump nominee to lead HUD says the agency is failing in its mission ," NPR) about the confirmation hearings for Scott Turner as the Secretary of the Department Housing and Urban Development, reminded me about all the "good ideas" I had for the Obama Administration in reconfiguring certain agencies to better focus on urban and rural matters.

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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.