McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 19, 2023
The global stocktake is an assessment of progress made toward mitigating global warming since the Paris Agreement in 2015. The results from the first-ever global stocktake will be discussed at COP28.
Next City
OCTOBER 17, 2023
The rise and fall and – thanks to a guerilla art campaign and the tenacity of several city officials – rise again of El Paso's iconic streetcars.
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Summer Camp Programming
OCTOBER 19, 2023
SHOW NOTES Shauna and Kelie discuss a recent book they read, Sticking Points by Haydn Shaw about the 4-5 generations that are in the workplace and how it relates to camp! Sticking Points by Haydn Shaw Want to add to our conversation? Have a question you want us to discuss? Email Us: exploringcampsides@gmail.com HOSTS KELIE […] The post Ep 22: Sticking Points- A Book Review and Discussion of Generations in the Workplace first appeared on Summer Camp Programming.
Homeroom
OCTOBER 18, 2023
Educators and students, don’t forget to tap into one of your best resources as you begin this school year…your school librarian! In today’s school libraries, you can find lively, vibrant spaces focused on learning and community. A school librarian provides personalized learning environments and offers equitable access to resources to ensure a well-rounded education for Continue Reading The post School Librarians: One of a Student’s Best Resources 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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Some leading indicators improved, though outlook still fragile; confidence stable but consumers lean toward saving; inflation and trade volumes continue downward trend.
FedTech Magazine
OCTOBER 18, 2023
In a pilot physical therapy program run by the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Asheville, N.C., veterans work to save a medieval village from a fire-breathing dragon. “While they’re tracking the dragon, they have to keep it in their line of sight,” says Caitlin Rawlins, deputy director of clinical tech innovation in the VA’s Office of Healthcare, Innovation and Learning.
Public Administration Today brings together the best content for professionals in the public administration field from the widest variety of thought leaders.
Disaster Zone blog
OCTOBER 15, 2023
Killing civilians is not a wartime objective.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Feeling misunderstood? A BBC journalist shares the communication blunders that keep you from getting your point across and what you can do to avoid them.
State Tech Magazine
OCTOBER 17, 2023
In its list of State CIO Top 10 Priorities for 2023, the National Association of State Chief Information Officers cited cybersecurity and risk management as the top concern, while digital government and digital services ranked second. These two issues are closely connected: As states pursue ways to offer new services to citizens and improve current ones, they also face greater security challenges.
NLC (National League of Cities)
OCTOBER 17, 2023
Article by Pam Blumenthal, social science analyst, Office of Policy Development and Research at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; and Sarah Schaefer, social science analyst, Office of Policy Development and Research at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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.
FedTech Magazine
OCTOBER 16, 2023
With the possible exception of lawyers, most people would do almost anything to avoid spending time in a federal courtroom. But there’s good news for those who have with dates at the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. Today, with the judge’s permission, it’s possible to attend those hearings remotely. In fact, says IT Director Chris Warner, the USCFC has offered videoconferencing for years.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 17, 2023
Rising electric-vehicle adoption is boosting demand for crucial silicon carbide power electronics components. How can semiconductor players, automotive OEMs, and others create value amid disruption?
State Tech Magazine
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Law enforcement agencies across the country are realizing the benefits of access to shared video streams from the private sector. Agencies today can leverage real-time intelligence from video and other sensor data from business campuses, homeowners associations and entertainment venues. Easy access to data in real time and recorded data for investigative purposes is not only yielding anecdotal success stories but also having a consequential impact on crime statistics as well.
Super Library Marketing
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Photo courtesy Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library This week I want you, my dear reader, to make me a promise. Please, for the love of all that is wonderful and majestic about libraries, add one critical step to your library marketing and promotions. I want you to start setting goals. Now, I know this may make you sigh/scream/cry/get angry at me.
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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.
Google Public Sector
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Google Public Sector and Carahsoft are launching an Authority to Operate (ATO) accelerator to support independent software vendors (ISVs) in their journey to achieve compliance authorizations, such as FedRAMP, DoD Impact Levels, and StateRAMP programs, to serve government agencies. The global cloud services market for the public sector is projected to grow exponentially - driven by the need for IT modernization, cost savings, and enhanced efficiency.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Louise Herring, a partner based in London who co-leads McKinsey’s Analytics Academy in Europe, outlines why the extent to which companies can generate impact from generative AI could depend on their ability to manage change effectively.
GovLoop
OCTOBER 19, 2023
In data transformation, it helps to view things through a different lens. “It’s looking at your data like an ecosystem,” said Winston Chang, Chief Technology Officer for the Global Public Sector at Snowflake, a leading data cloud company. “Think of the quality data that lives and breathes as an ecosystem.” As data management health grows, so does the entire organization.
The City Fix
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Against the backdrop of the Africa Climate Summit and Africa Climate Week, Nairobi hosted the UN Environment Programme’s fourth annual International Clean Air Day for blue skies event with Nairobi City County Governor, Sakaja Johnson, on September 7th, 2023. This.
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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.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
OCTOBER 19, 2023
More than 2 million cases are pending in U.S. immigration courts. This backlog has more than tripled since the start of fiscal year 2017. The effects of the backlog are significant and widespread. In particular, the backlog causes delays and poses.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Alex Sukharevsky, a senior partner and the global leader of QuantumBlack, AI by McKinsey, talks about the importance of generative AI incorporating local culture and local contact, and how generative AI could help solve complex social problems in Europe.
Google Public Sector
OCTOBER 19, 2023
The impact of generative AI for the public sector can be groundbreaking. Generative AI empowers agencies with an always-on AI collaborator, helping workers be more collaborative, creative, and productive. In practice, this could mean generative AI serves as a brainstorming assistant to draft and iterate content or drive conversational, real-time interactions with constituents on agency websites.
GovPilot
OCTOBER 17, 2023
Cybercrime is on the rise, there is no denying that as hackers get more advanced and the rise in ransom amounts to retrieve stolen data is steadily increasing. Every organization, business, or individual that has a computer, smart phone, or any electronic web-based device or holds sensitive information, data, trade secrets, bank accounts, or intellectual property on a digital file can be a victim of a devastating cybercrime.
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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.
DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Recently, I attended MyFedTrainer ’s Grant Writing Boot Camp (GWBC) hosted by our team’s founder and President, Diane H. Leonard, GPC, RST. Having written many federal grants in the past, I was excited to hear insights from another seasoned grant professional. There was helpful new information provided, as well as important reminders to remember when working on federal grant applications.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Social entrepreneur Tyler Norris champions health advocacy through a wide range of leadership roles and global initiatives aimed at advancing physical, mental, social, and spiritual health for all.
Open Access Government - Technology News
OCTOBER 16, 2023
AI legislation is vital for the UK’s AI revolution, enabling businesses to drive economic growth while fostering trust in emerging AI technologies A recent University of Cambridge report advocates tax incentives for UK businesses engaged in AI product development and integration. These incentives aim to unleash augmented productivity potential.
The City Fix
OCTOBER 20, 2023
India experienced almost one extreme weather event per day in the first nine months of 2022. And the state of Rajasthan is no stranger to this phenomenon, with its capital city, Jaipur, ranking 22nd on the Global Climate Vulnerability Index.
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-
Google Public Sector
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Google Public Sector is committed to helping advance the missions of education and government agencies through cloud technology in a secure and responsible way. We are proud to partner with other industry experts across technology and service providers in our Google Cloud partner ecosystem to holistically understand public sector specific pain points and build joint solutions to help public sector leaders solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges - from extending critical language servi
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
OCTOBER 17, 2023
It is possible to address Africa’s large and growing energy needs while simultaneously transitioning to sustainable energy production on the continent.
Community and Economic Development Program of UNC
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Federal Reserve Board of Richmond (District 5) Source: Library of Congress. 1930-1945? Copyright: Public Domain. We are awash in data on CED issues from annexation to zoning. What NC CED professionals need, however, is valid data based in reliable research, appropriate for their current questions, and relevant and applicable to North Carolina. This post outlines how NC CED practitioners can access this kind of data from the Federal Reserve Bank system, with particular focus on the resources of t
The City Fix
OCTOBER 17, 2023
In Africa, as elsewhere, advances in computing power, data storage, and sensor and satellite technologies have unleashed unprecedented opportunities but also challenges. The mobile phone has become a powerful tool for generating vast amounts of data. This data can, in.
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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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