Social Pinpoint
APRIL 25, 2023
Are you taking advantage of social media to promote your online community engagement efforts? From keeping your community informed on your newest projects, promoting opportunities to participate, or closing the loop – social media can be incredibly helpful. However, using it effectively is another story… and it can be discouraging when your posts dwindle in engagement.
Careers in Government
APRIL 27, 2023
Vacancies are affecting agencies at all levels of government, but the problem, from the report, is “particularly acute in healthcare. The post The Healthcare Workforce Crisis Should Be a Priority appeared first on Careers in Government.
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Public Works Group Blog
APRIL 22, 2023
As noted in the last blog post, Can AI Help Fix a Water Main Break? , Artificial Intelligence or AI may eventually be a really useful tool for those of us working in the public works field. In this post, I’m exploring its use as a tool to generate images. This is helpful because many of us are often tasked with either developing reports, newsletters, notices, or presentations.
State Tech Magazine
APRIL 27, 2023
At the National Association of State Chief Information Officers’ 2022 conference, a biennial report by NASCIO and Deloitte underscored hiring challenges faced by state governments as they strive to recruit qualified cybersecurity personnel. The report advises officials to “modernize job titles and classifications using the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) framework.
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The 2025 Business Owner Survey delivers key insights for cities, counties, and state agencies working to enhance online services. Top insights: 97% of business owners say digital access to government services is essential. Licensing and tax processes remain outdated, slowing efficiency and increasing administrative burdens. Younger entrepreneurs expect fully online, self-service options, signaling a need for modernization.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
APRIL 28, 2023
When Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank failed in March, they suffered two of the largest bank failures in U.S. history. Today, we released our first report on these bank failures. While we continue to look into a number of related issues, today.
Careers in Government
APRIL 27, 2023
Leaders who are self-aware, kind to themselves and kind to others are best positioned to be a leader people WANT to follow. The post 3 Practices to Be a Leader People Want to Follow appeared first on Careers in Government.
Public Administration Today brings together the best content for professionals in the public administration field from the widest variety of thought leaders.
State Tech Magazine
APRIL 26, 2023
In a zero-trust environment, all users, devices and traffic are treated as potential threats, and every access request is verified and authenticated using multiple layers of security controls. These security controls include using strong multifactor authentication methods, such as a combination of passwords and security tokens, to verify the identity of users, as well as network segmentation and microsegmentation to limit users’ access to only the resources they need to perform their jobs accord
AWS Public Sector Blog
APRIL 28, 2023
Many organizations perform direct mailings, designed to support fundraising or assist with other efforts to help further the organization’s mission. When an organization sends a direct mail piece to an individual, the piece typically contains a specific call to action–like contributing a donation or engaging with the organization’s cause. Direct mailing workflows can use everything from a Microsoft Word mail merge to utilizing a third-party mailing provider.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 28, 2023
Executives’ enthusiasm for the economy rose—and then came back to earth. Meanwhile, concerns about financial-market volatility as a risk to growth have increased.
Disaster Zone blog
APRIL 25, 2023
Disaster debris comes with every type of disaster.
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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.
State Tech Magazine
APRIL 24, 2023
The modern threat environment requires new ways of thinking about state and local government cybersecurity controls. Gone are the days when agencies could rely on physical walls around their facilities and networks to control the flow of information. Today’s government workforce is constantly on the move and uses a variety of cloud services to get work done.
GCN
APRIL 27, 2023
Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory evaluated the risks of relying on the 65-year-old code for nuclear security.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 26, 2023
Generative AI is giving rise to an entire ecosystem, from hardware providers to application builders, that will help bring its potential for business to fruition.
Careers in Government
APRIL 27, 2023
Whether it’s the Navy SEALs or the neighborhood watch, we have seen all kinds of leaders struggle with the same challenges—clarity, problem-solving, decision-making, and mutual understanding. The post Make Progress Faster, Go Further, and Reduce the Chaos appeared first on Careers in 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.
State Tech Magazine
APRIL 25, 2023
Following the federal lead from Capitol Hill, the states of Arizona, California, Oregon, Texas and Washington were among early states establishing formal telework, beginning as early as 2001. With laptops then easy to obtain for state government employees, many looked at telework through the lenses of work-life balance and decreasing traffic on local roads.
AWS Public Sector Blog
APRIL 27, 2023
Georgia’s Department of Human Services (DHS), the largest of the state’s agencies, was able to digitally transform their business and rapidly scale their Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud adoption with AWS Managed Services (AMS). The department used AMS to modernize legacy technology onto a hosted platform that meets rigorous security guidelines and adds reliability to an environment where speed and availability are critical.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 24, 2023
Artificial intelligence is a machine’s ability to perform the cognitive functions we usually associate with human minds.
Careers in Government
APRIL 27, 2023
Government positions are excellent for personal growth. Find out how else you can improve yourself and your professional skills. The post Personal Development at Work: Tips for Growth and Success appeared first on Careers in Government.
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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.
State Tech Magazine
APRIL 28, 2023
Join StateTech as we cover the NASCIO Midyear 2023 from April 30-May 3.
Summer Camp Programming
APRIL 26, 2023
SHOW NOTES Shauna and Kelie talk discuss what the definition of camp should be, and who should be able to call themselves a camp. Want to add to our conversation? Have a question you want us to discuss? Email Us: exploringcampsides@gmail.com HOSTS KELIE COOK SHAUNA GUGLIELMO The post Ep 18: Define CAMP! appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 27, 2023
Mambu co-founder Eugene Danilkis talks about how banks can approach core technology transformation and keep up with the fast pace of change, then offers his take on the future of human interaction.
Careers in Government
APRIL 24, 2023
Are you considering applying for a government job? As a non-government employee, you may wonder whether working for the government is the right move for your career. You may hear that working for the government has its advantages. It’s true working for the government can be an elevated career path, especially if you have experience […] The post Discover Government Jobs: San Bernardino County appeared first on Careers in Government.
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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.
Disaster Zone blog
APRIL 28, 2023
It is not as far-fetched as it might seem.
Homeroom
APRIL 28, 2023
By: Amy Loyd, Assistant Secretary for the Office of Career, Technical and Adult Education On the first work day of April, during which we celebrate Second Chance Month, I had the honor of joining colleagues from the Department of Justice and local and state leadership at an event held at a Miami-Dade College campus located Continue Reading The post Second Chances: Education and Justice Involved Students appeared first on ED.gov Blog.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 24, 2023
In transformations and capability-building efforts, leaders struggle to turn the data they collect into action. Behavioral insights can help create a bridge between information and results.
Careers in Government
APRIL 24, 2023
Government jobs have a reputation for being bureaucratic positions that have been relatively consistent throughout history. The post Exploring The Future of Work In Government Jobs appeared first on Careers in Government.
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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.
Disaster Zone blog
APRIL 25, 2023
A great summary for what is impacting the fire service.
The City Fix
APRIL 25, 2023
Most people in India walk – to work, to the market or to the railway station. According to the 2011 Indian census, 48% of people walk or cycle to work every day compared to the less than 3% of people.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 25, 2023
Overall consumer spending growth is slowing, but consumers still intend to splurge on select categories. Here’s the latest data from our ConsumerWise research.
Careers in Government
APRIL 24, 2023
Professionals who are especially detail-oriented and hold themselves to high standards tend to thrive in remote positions. The post What to Look for When Hiring Remote Employees for Government Jobs appeared first on Careers in Government.
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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.
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