Next City
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Invisible but essential to the global recycling industry, the cardboard collectors of Miami-Dade earn a living by breaking down each piece of cardboard by hand, with no guaranteed income or labor protections.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
Ever been told to quit while you’re ahead, or that winners never quit? Poker player-turned decision strategist Annie Duke explains why this advice is costing you time and money.
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Open Access Government - Technology News
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
Professor Jon Crowcroft FRS FREng, co-founder of iKVA , Researcher at Large, at The Alan Turing Institute and Professor of Communication Systems at Cambridge University’s Computer Laboratory, provides his view on Artificial Intelligence in the UK. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the fastest-growing deep technologies in the world with the potential to transform multiple industries, drive substantial economic growth and irrevocably revolutionise our daily lives.
Homeroom
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
This month, as we’re thinking about gratitude, I’m reflecting on the tremendous impact that educators have had on my life. I would not be where I am today without the many teachers, counselors, librarians, and mentors that have lifted me up, and, now as an educator and mentor myself, I hope to pass that encouragement. Continue Reading. The post Gratitude for Arts and Science Educators appeared first on ED.gov Blog.
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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.
State Tech Magazine
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
In September, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, through the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Federal Emergency Management Agency, announced a first-of-its-kind cybersecurity grant program for state, local and territorial (SLT) governments across the country. In the wake of the widespread transition to hybrid and remote work and school environments, network perimeters have expanded and consequently exposed substantial vulnerabilities.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
The increasing frequency and severity of natural hazards—including those linked to climate change— has heightened the risk of disruption to the Department of State's operations overseas. This includes embassies and consulates, office buildings and.
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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Digital design and product development can provide new ways to solve complex problems. Getting implementation right means thoughtfully translating big ideas into boots on the ground.
Open Access Government - Technology News
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Following COP27, nature tech – ranging from drones planting trees to AI software managing rainforests – presents a greater market opportunity. Nature4Climate and Capital for Climate released a landscape analysis report looking at profitable solutions to the climate crisis during COP27, predicting ‘nature tech’ to increase in investment by $6 billion by just 2030.
Professional Grant Writer
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
We received a great question from a Twitter follower recently: What is the most important thing to mention in a grant request letter. The post How to make your grant proposal stand out appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.
Super Library Marketing
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
This is the first installment in my series on social media best practices for libraries in 2023. In the next few weeks, we’ll cover TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and (maybe!) Twitter. These are the top platforms used by libraries according to the 7th annual Super Library Marketing Reader Survey. LinkedIn for libraries. At the Library Marketing and Communications Conference this year, library marketers were asking each other, “What are you going to do about Twitter?
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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.
NLC (National League of Cities)
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Every city has its unique challenges (that’s not news to you!). As your city is figuring out how to achieve sustainability goals, city leaders might start to look into electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. Lots of cities around the globe are doing it, but how will your municipality tackle it? What aspects should you consider […] Source.
Next City
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
From an urbanist booknook to bike accessories, here are our gift recommendations for people who care about creating equitable cities.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
Economic and political turbulence have prompted speculation that the world is already deglobalizing. But the evidence suggests that global integration is here to stay, albeit with nuance.
Open Access Government - Technology News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Ann Schlemmer, CEO of Percona, discusses the future of open source in 2023, including why platforms will matter more. Open source is a way for communities to build software and make it available to others. It supports many of the applications, services, and devices that we all use every day. Developers love open source software, and businesses value the innovation that it supports.
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Digital transformation is reshaping government interactions, bringing agencies closer to the communities they serve. However, while many have adopted new digital tools, few have implemented comprehensive strategies to maximize their benefits. Our Strategic Workbook for Modern Government offers a step-by-step guide to developing a sustainable digital strategy.
Professional Grant Writer
NOVEMBER 1, 2022
Foundations and other funders may request a site visit before they approve funding for a grant. This is often a typical part of. The post How to prepare for a successful foundation site visit appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.
State Tech Magazine
NOVEMBER 3, 2022
Over the past several years, we’ve seen nearly all of our critical industries move to hybrid models. A crowning example of this may be our school systems, which had to shift — practically overnight — to virtual learning models to keep our children’s education going. Hospitals turned to virtual care visits to limit the spread of dangerous viruses. Even manufacturers leveraged artificial intelligence and machine learning to limit the number of workers on the factory floor.
NLC (National League of Cities)
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
Header Photo: SHARM EL SHEIKH, EGYPT – NOVEMBER 10: Visitors walk in the Green Zone of the UNFCCC COP27 climate conference on November 10, 2022 in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images) The 27th United Nations Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC (COP27) was hosted in Sharm El-Sheikh from November 6-18, […] Source.
FedTech Magazine
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Data is moving increasingly toward the edge. Gartner, for example, predicts that by 2025, more than half of enterprise-managed data will be created and processed outside the data center or cloud. At the same time, government agencies increasingly recognize the need to apply artificial intelligence to data, leveraging AI to accelerate analytics to drive actionable decision-making.
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Local governments and municipalities serving populations under 200,000 face distinctive challenges in delivering efficient and effective services to their communities. To overcome these challenges, many rely on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems tailored to their specific needs. Not all ERP systems are created equal, and some may hinder progress rather than support it.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
Our work with the Rework America Alliance highlights how a skills-based approach can help US employers expand talent pools and retain great workers—even through economic uncertainty.
Open Access Government - Technology News
NOVEMBER 2, 2022
Open Access Government interviews Lin Sun on the significance of Ada Lovelace Day and what it means for women in STEM around the globe. Ada Lovelace Day provides us with an annual reminder to take a moment and reflect on our accomplishments and recognise the many successful people surrounding us. Dreaming up the world’s first computer programming language whilst raising a family.
Professional Grant Writer
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
Sometimes grant writers are consumed by their work, becoming too close to their subject matter. When this happens, they stop looking at it. The post Become a grant reviewer and improve your grant writing skills appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.
State Tech Magazine
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
Caught between a pandemic recovery and the “great resignation,” state and local IT leaders have expressed major concerns about hiring and retaining a capable IT workforce, according to a 2022 state CIO survey by the National Association of State Chief Information Officers. Demand for IT talent is expected to continue to skyrocket, forcing state and local agencies to compete with private industry and federal agencies for a limited talent pool.
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PA TIMES Magazine is a publication of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA), a not-for-profit corporation. This edition focused on diversity, equity and inclusion in public administration, including guest columns, insights for the field and interviews with city government DEI officers about their work at the local level.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
NOVEMBER 1, 2022
Native American cultural items—including pottery, weapons, and sacred objects—have long been the target of theft by individuals seeking to collect or sell them. Federal agencies and museums have also acquired Native American human remains and.
GCN
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
Misunderstandings about cloud security, scalability and storage has led to the vast majority of enterprises spending much more than anticipated, a new survey finds.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Space is no longer the sole domain of governments and aerospace and defense companies. Businesses that pursue emerging opportunities now may gain a first-mover advantage.
Open Access Government - Technology News
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
To manage the rising urbanisation of smart cities, city planners and managers must turn to real-time data processing. By 2030 it is expected that 28% of people worldwide will live in a city with at least one million inhabitants, according to a report on urbanisation by the Government Office for Science. In England alone, 82.9% of the population lived in an urban area in 2019, which is increasing all the time.
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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.
The City Fix
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Urban freight and delivery services boomed during the COVID-19 pandemic as consumers switched to online shopping when businesses were forced to close. The surge in online market activity that began in 2020 builds on a decade of steady growth related to the.
DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
I was a keynote speaker at the Reimagine Communities Summit powered by Capital One recently, and one of the sessions during the event was a panel discussion with three large corporate funders. Who might you ask? Some BIG funders. Capital One. Toyota. Amazon. This felt like an unusual funder panel compared to those I am used to, where it is a panel of government funding agencies or a panel of private grantmakers from a specific geographic region.
FedTech Magazine
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Overhauling the Navy’s IT structure isn’t a matter of a singular pivot. A ripped-to-the-studs approach became warranted after years of lag, with multiple entities — and billions of dollars — now focused on a midstream overhaul of the aged system. At a panel discussion earlier this year, Navy CIO Aaron Weis noted that the service branch is making a move toward modernization.
NLC (National League of Cities)
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
Across the country, residents are coming together to celebrate one of our country’s oldest and proudest traditions: participatory democracy. At town halls, libraries, elementary schools, and community centers, voters sign their names, take their ballot, and cast their vote, often with the assistance of a poll worker.
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Many business license applications still can't be completed online, creating a frustrating user experience and lowering compliance. Shifting to a digital process makes it easier for staff and businesses alike. This guide covers: How to build a licensing and registration experience that works for your staff and local businesses. Why technology is your best partner for improving licensing and registration compliance.
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