McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 23, 2022
A new era is possible—one that sees growth and societal benefits as complementary goals that reinforce each other. Our weekly digest of McKinsey insights explores the topic.
The City Fix
JUNE 23, 2022
In 2015, the chairman of a Kampala administrative zone about 10 kilometers (6 miles) from the city’s downtown addressed a hand-written note to the chairman of a minibus taxi association. He humbly requested the group of drivers expand its services. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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Open Access Government - Technology News
JUNE 21, 2022
Rob Irons, Senior Manager at Hinduja Global Solutions, discusses whether public sector customer service has improved with the adoption of cloud technology. Has cloud (and a pandemic) enabled us to finally punch above our weight? The advancement of public sector customer service has undoubtedly been due to the adoption of cloud technology, which opens new ways of working, saves delivery costs and supports the social value agenda.
DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services
JUNE 24, 2022
Anytime I lead a grant writing workshop, I always ask the attendees to share their grant experience – whether they’ve been a grant professional for years and are looking for a refresher or if they’ve been voluntold that grants are now under their preview. Many workshop attendees admit that two days ago their boss told them to start looking for and writing grants because they needed money for their organization.
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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.
Google Public Sector
JUNE 24, 2022
Government agencies regularly work with sensitive data, such as financial data, personally identifiable information, or proprietary information. Handling this data requires agencies to meet confidentiality and compliance requirements. At the same time, agencies don't want to compromise on the collaboration experience they provide to their employees.
The City Fix
JUNE 22, 2022
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, offers U.S. states and cities the chance to invest in transportation systems that modernize infrastructure, expand access and mobility for all people in a community, improve public. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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Microsoft Public Sector
JUNE 23, 2022
Working with governments and public sector agencies around the world, we often find that people have the same questions about cloud, the benefits, the risks – and what it even is. While we have lots of helpful material from Microsoft which can provide answers to these questions, sometimes there’s nothing like hearing these messages from a neutral third party.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
JUNE 23, 2022
Pride Month is meant to mark a turning point for gay rights and recognition efforts by the LGBTQ+ community. Each June—to align with the June 27, 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan—Pride is celebrated with picnics and parades, while also.
Barrett & Greene
JUNE 22, 2022
It would be a wonderful thing, we think, if the federal government could move forward on environmental issues. But as recently as a few hours ago, the Washington Post reported that Congress is still squabbling over details of a clean energy proposal, with Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia holding out on one of the key elements of the bill that much of the remainder of his party supports.
Princeton Public Library
JUNE 22, 2022
Looking for something to do or a place to connect with friends this summer? The library offers plenty of fun, informal programs that are easy to discover and participate in all summer long. Teen Summer Reading Our Summer Reading program runs through Aug. 15. Teens who read for 20 days are eligible for a free […].
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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.
Microsoft Public Sector
JUNE 23, 2022
Join the first session of our webinar series Wednesday, June 29th 1:00pm ET|10:00am PT as we share Forrester research study* insights on the benefits of automated digital processes for your organization, and how Adobe's integration with tools like Microsoft 365 can further streamline your workflows and create better employee and citizen experiences.
GovPilot
JUNE 22, 2022
The "Great Resignation" inspired many Americans to actively seek new roles as they grew weary of their previous employer, sought better benefits or a higher salary. The exodus of local government workers at the height of the pandemic left many localities struggling to make progress at a time of unprecedented need for the leadership of municipalities and counties.
Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast
JUNE 21, 2022
One of the things that the COVID Pandemic has highlighted is the growing shortage of healthcare workers. This is especially true in rural areas of the United States. Erin J. McLaughlin An employment attorney discusses the causes and impacts of this labor shortage and what is being done to address it. See a previous Disaster Zone Blog post directly related to this subject about an initiative by the National Governor’s Association (NGA) to work in concert with one another, Health Worker Shortag
Google Public Sector
JUNE 21, 2022
This is part one of a two-part series with practical tips to start your AI/ML journey. Machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) are creating more personalized and easier digital experiences for constituents. According to recent studies, 92% of U.S. citizens 1 report that improved digital services would positively impact their view of government.
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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.
Microsoft Public Sector
JUNE 22, 2022
Newsworthy Highlights. Bots and Message Extensions now available in Microsoft Teams GCC High. To bring full functionality of Microsoft Teams into GCC High, we are pleased to announce the availability of Bots and Message Extensions in Teams for GCC High. Microsoft Sentinel: NIST SP 800-53 Solution. The Microsoft Sentinel: NIST SP 800-53 Solution enables compliance teams, architects, SecOps analysts, and consultants to understand their cloud security posture related to Special Publication (SP) 800
Grant Writing Made Easy
JUNE 21, 2022
Are you struggling to get the grant funding you need? Let’s talk about it. Most of the grant writing advice out there elevates one or two actions as quick fixes. And most of it isn’t bad advice, it’s simply incomplete. I want to help you break out of the quick fix mindset and start building a winning grant strategy. In this video, I cover: +Why following most grant writing advice you hear online isn’t going to get you the funding you need.
Park Leaders
JUNE 21, 2022
On this episode of the Park Leaders Show, guest co-host, Phil Gaines, returns to discuss why rangers should commit to their campaign hat. While dress code is often a subjective topic, for park rangers, the uniform plays a valuable role. While badges have their place, as Phil explains, the campaign hat designates authority and captures an iconic legacy to tourists.
PubWorks Blog
JUNE 21, 2022
More and more of our customers are electing to be hosted in the PubWorks Microsoft Azure cloud because: They enjoy a higher, more responsive level of service since we can easily and instantly access their system and data. IT staff is freed from having to support the PubWorks application and database. They can access PW from any PC or laptop that runs MS Windows.
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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.
Professional Grant Writer
JUNE 21, 2022
How do I find grants from corporations? A great question came to us via Twitter from @PNOLA: @ProGrantWriter How do you find. The post How do I find grants from corporations? appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.
GovPilot
JUNE 20, 2022
GovPilot is excited to announce that we are moving our platform and all its components from our current cloud provider onto the Microsoft Cloud (Azure). Our team has worked tirelessly over the past 6 months to make this incredible transition a reality.
A Library Writer's Blog
JUNE 24, 2022
The IFLA Local History and Genealogy Section of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) invites proposals for papers highlighting innovative local history and genealogy projects and activities developed via social media channels. Whether it's Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok, or any of the other emerging platforms, social media is the perfect environment to communicate and remember historical events in innovative ways or to add nuance and a personal pers
California Department of Technology
JUNE 23, 2022
June 23, 2022 –The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), Division of Measurement Standards, recently launched its Registered Service Agency (RSA) portal and it is being used by customers. The new CDFA portal was created in record time, and is a significant milestone for CDT’s Technology Modernization Fund (TMF) because it is the first TMF project to reach Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and go live.
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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.
Paul Cairney
JUNE 23, 2022
Below is the draft introduction to a paper that I am writing for a Special Issue paper on Teaching Policy Analysis for Gestión y Análisis de Políticas Públicas (GAPP) (here is the version with the references if you want to … Continue reading →
FedHeads
JUNE 20, 2022
Cyber threats are evolving almost more rapidly than agencies can keep up. The FedHeads Robert Shea and guest host Charles Cooper welcome Senior Director and FedHeads fan Charlie Baisley and his colleague Chief Public Policy Officer of Trellix Tom Gann to give their perspectives on the policies and practices emerging in cybersecurity. Cyber threats are evolving almost more rapidly than agencies can keep up.
Google Public Sector
JUNE 22, 2022
With access to ever more data, compute capacity, and storage capabilities, the cloud is revolutionizing scientific research across the globe. By migrating their data and processing to the cloud, researchers can accelerate breakthroughs and solve real-world problems faster. Now in its second year, the Google Cloud Research Innovators Program promotes collaboration among a global cohort of scientists and provides them with professional opportunities and technical expertise to make the best use of
The City Fix
JUNE 24, 2022
Electric vehicles (EVs) are on the rise in the United States. The Biden administration aims for 50% of new light-duty vehicle sales to be zero-emission by 2030. Some states have even more ambitious targets, like California, Massachusetts and New York, which plan to reach 100% new. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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Join this insightful webinar on how local governments can reduce costs and optimize resources. Discover how municipalities like yours are leveraging technology to enhance service delivery, reduce operational costs, and generate lasting ROI. Key Takeaways: Learn actionable steps to reduce operational costs and increase community engagement Explore how digital tools can streamline inspections and reporting Understand the financial and operational benefits of digital management solutions Hear real-
Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends
JUNE 21, 2022
Research shows that when children play sports, they increase their chances to grow up healthy, build friendships, and develop skills like teamwork and respect. And while 94 percent of park and recreation agencies offer youth sports, there are significant disparities in who has access to and benefits from sports participation. This June as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the passage of Title IX — the landmark piece of federal legislation prohibiting sex-based discrimination in education sett
Google Public Sector
JUNE 23, 2022
Governments play a vital role in understanding and responding to climate change; however, they often lack the actionable insights they need to respond quickly. To help solve this problem, Google Cloud is introducing new offerings that help organizations utilize Earth observation data to better understand climate risks and provide insights to inform policies for adaptation strategies.
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