How Detroit Restaurants Are Tackling Climate Change In The Kitchen
Next City
DECEMBER 18, 2022
Food waste is a leading contributor of greenhouse gases. These Detroit restaurants are finding creative – and tasty – ways to reduce their contribution.
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Generative AI is here: How tools like ChatGPT could change your business
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Generative AI and other foundation models are changing the AI game, taking assistive technology to a new level, reducing application development time, and bringing powerful capabilities to nontechnical users.
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Learn About Space Weather--Before it is Too Late!
Disaster Zone blog
DECEMBER 21, 2022
Your opportunity to come up to speed.
Most Valuable M365 Features of 2022
Microsoft Public Sector
DECEMBER 19, 2022
Join us on Tuesday, December 20th, 2022, 5pm EDT , for the monthly Microsoft 365 Meetup for Government meeting. This month's topic: “Most Valuable M365 Features of 2022” where top Microsoft and Planet Technologies experts, SMEs and trainers will highlight and review their top picks for the most valuable M365 features released in 2022. This is your chance to enhance your knowledge of all the new M365 features and learn about new ones you didn’t know about.
How Breckenridge, CO Ensures Tax & Licensing Compliance
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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.
Housing for Individuals Experiencing Chronic and Unsheltered Homelessness
NLC (National League of Cities)
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Many communities, advocates, residents and local leaders are raising the alarm about one of our country’s seemingly intractable challenges: More people are facing or experiencing homelessness, with many living outside of the formal shelter and supportive housing system.
The secret to great health? Escaping the healthcare matrix
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 20, 2022
The blueprint to achieve a lifetime of great health is increasingly clear and within our control. But unlocking it requires challenging the orthodoxies currently guiding individuals and institutions.
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How Federal Agencies Can Effectively Plan Upgrades for Aging IT
FedTech Magazine
DECEMBER 21, 2022
As federal agencies modernized their technology solutions over the past several years, they have upgraded their networks, moved to hybrid cloud architectures and adopted shared services. However, there are always more upgrades to do. One federal IT official recently told FedTech it is “almost like a game of whack-a-mole.” These upgrades are especially challenging for mission-critical systems.
Free Road Training for Rural Cities
NLC (National League of Cities)
DECEMBER 23, 2022
Do you work for a small rural city? Do you want to make your roadways safer for you and your neighbors? Do you lack specific transportation safety knowledge or money to buy training? Get to know the National Center for Rural Road Safety. This Federal Highway Administration national center of excellence exists to help local […] Source.
The future of banks: A $20 trillion breakup opportunity
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Banking is radically transforming. Many banks can thrive by fundamentally changing the way that financial services are embedded into daily life.
When to Evaluate Your Community Engagement Project
Social Pinpoint
DECEMBER 19, 2022
Community engagement is an ongoing process of collaboration and co-learning. When we evaluate our community engagement initiatives, we give ourselves the opportunity to measure our deeper impact and make improvements for future projects. When we engage with our communities, it’s likely that participants will want to understand how their input translated into outcomes.
Overcoming Operational Challenges in Parks & Recreation
Speaker: Noratek
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.
Department of Defense Signals a Multicloud Shift
FedTech Magazine
DECEMBER 22, 2022
The Department of Defense recently announced it has awarded its Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC) contract to Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Oracle, a deal worth up to $9 billion through 2028. Funds will be allocated to individual orders as they are issued. The contract, formerly named JEDI, will have the four tech giants build the DOD’s cloud computing network.
How to Utilize Social Media During Extreme Weather
NLC (National League of Cities)
DECEMBER 23, 2022
Every month seems to bring an extreme weather event, and it will only continue with climate change. Social media has allowed local leaders to communicate with their constituents as quickly as possible, which in extreme weather situations, can be life-saving.
Author Talks: A toolbox for social change
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 22, 2022
Cofounder of Candid and former GuideStar CEO Jacob Harold details the tools—from design thinking to game theory—that organizations can use to optimize their social-impact work.
Urbanism obituaries, 2022 | Death clusters of people, buildings and organizations as an indicator of institutional failure
Rebuilding Place in Urban Space
DECEMBER 21, 2022
Recently, I thought about demolition of historic buildings in cities like Detroit as deaths, and that they were worthy of a listing in my annual article on "Urbanism-related Obituaries (2022)." I have listed failures of retail businesses like Sears or Debenhams, why not buildings? But then I thought that there was a difference between deaths of individuals and systemic, institutional failure.
Empower Digital Government: Strategic Workbook for Modern Transformation
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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.
5 Considerations for Mobile Device Management
FedTech Magazine
DECEMBER 22, 2022
Mobile device management, also called enterprise mobility management or unified endpoint management, increases security by enforcing compliance with organizational policies on mobile devices. 1. On-Premises or in the Cloud for MDM Tools? Go with a cloud-first strategy to deliver better service with a lower overall cost. On-premises may be required in certain circumstances; for example, if an MDM is tightly linked to an endpoint security product already running on-premises.
Voters Know: Bonds are Key to Transformative Infrastructure
NLC (National League of Cities)
DECEMBER 19, 2022
The Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act has captured headlines as a generational investment in America’s economic backbone. But this year’s election results show that it’s only the start: Voters are also looking to cities, states, and other local governments to deliver projects that can truly transform their communities and quality of life.
Business building: The path to resilience in uncertain times
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 19, 2022
In an uncertain economy, executives’ first instinct might be to cut costs and shore up established holdings. A better way is to build new businesses.
A year in review of online engagement in Seattle, WA
Citizen Lab
DECEMBER 19, 2022
By definition, comprehensive plans are complex, long-range, and broad in scope. The planning and engagement processes for these plans often take over two years to complete. This can make it difficult to establish and maintain meaningful engagement with community members throughout the process. Using CitizenLab’s user-friendly and accessible online engagement platform, the City of Seattle’s Office of Planning and Community Development (OPCD)… The post A year in review of online engagement i
7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities
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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.
What Agencies Should Know About Establishing Zero Trust in a Hybrid Work Environment
FedTech Magazine
DECEMBER 21, 2022
Like professionals in so many other sectors, it seems clear that federal workers want more remote work options, even as people return to in-person operations. A hybrid work environment could be an effective compromise, and it’s a direction that federal agencies are considering. Yet, hybrid work comes with specific security challenges because some employees are off the network and using personal machines.
Tech Predictions for 2023 and Beyond
Disaster Zone blog
DECEMBER 22, 2022
Some small tips to consider as we keep moving toward more technology.
How Lego plays with data: An interview with chief data officer Orlando Machado
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 21, 2022
The iconic toymaker is unlocking the value from data to help rethink processes, surface new opportunities, excite consumers, and empower internal colleagues.
How Local Governments Can Use Direct Pay on Clean Energy Projects
NLC (National League of Cities)
DECEMBER 22, 2022
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) provides a variety of incentives for clean energy. Many of these tax credits and rebates are aimed at individuals and households to transform their energy use and consumption – from home energy efficiency improvements to rooftop solar and electric vehicles. Local leaders have an important role to play in helping […] Source.
Boost Revenue With Simple Short-Term Rental Registration and Tax Collections
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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.
Re: Get started with Microsoft Learn for CMMC
Microsoft Public Sector
DECEMBER 21, 2022
Excellent! Love every recourse we can use to educate SME's on Defence related frameworks they need to adjust to, when working with Defence cx.
Cybersecurity regulations in 2023
Open Access Government - Technology News
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Robin Campbell-Burt, CEO at Code Red, discusses cybersecurity regulations in 2023 and how they will shape our futures. Cybersecurity is in the spotlight more than ever before. The UK government, as well as governments worldwide, have significantly increased the attention they are giving to cybersecurity. In fact, in recent COBRA meetings, ransomware has been the dominating discussion point.
Evolving institutional finance with AI
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 19, 2022
Westpac Group’s chief technology officer, David Walker, discusses how to lead through change to transform a legacy institution into a modern, full-service bank.
Geodata to the rescue: How the Düsseldorf Fire Department uses Google Cloud
Google Public Sector
DECEMBER 19, 2022
Lesen Sie den Beitrag hier auf Deutsch Whether it’s a sprained foot or a burning building: when someone needs help, fire and emergency services come to the rescue. Being in charge of all fire, rescue, and first responder services is a huge responsibility, and it’s growing: urban areas are changing, and climate change brings new challenges. These challenges require innovative solutions.
Maximizing Municipal Budgets: Cutting Costs Without Cutting Corners
Speaker: Noratek
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-
Machine learning digs into states’ archives
GCN
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Amid growing backlogs of archival data, states are turning to machine learning to streamline records management.
Elon Musk and Leadership
Disaster Zone blog
DECEMBER 19, 2022
Consistency is something children and employees need.
HR’s new operating model
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 22, 2022
Interviews with more than 100 chief human resources officers and people leaders reveal how the HR operating model is changing to drive value in a volatile business environment.
Inspiring the next generation of cloud professionals with Google’s Career Readiness Program
Google Public Sector
DECEMBER 21, 2022
Like many states across the U.S., Kentucky experienced significant job shortages when the COVID-19 pandemic hit in spring of 2020. In the first four months of the pandemic alone, Kentucky’s workforce shrank by 112,000. Cloud computing talent gaps in the state have been particularly acute - with more than 1,000 open cloud roles in 2022 according to Lightcast. 1 Google Cloud and the University of Louisville aim to address the cloud workforce shortage and place Kentucky students on a path toward lo
ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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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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