McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 17, 2023

McKinsey analyzed 14 new trends in its latest report on the most significant emerging technologies. Here are three for leaders to focus on right now.

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 20, 2023

SHOW NOTES This week Kelie & Natalie sit down with Carmella Montenegro to discuss the best ways to help support our summer staff through real life DEI conversations. Want to add to our conversation? Have a question you want us to discuss? Email Us: exploringcampsides@gmail.com Links: Here are Carmella Montenegro’s links Linkedin: [link] Twitter: [link] Podcast Information: [link] […] The post Ep 15: DEI – Bringing It to Your Seasonal Staff appeared first on Summer Camp Programmin

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Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 18, 2023

Yes, it has almost been three years from the start of the pandemic.

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GCN

JANUARY 20, 2023

Diversifying training datasets with computer-generated faces may help break down bias in the technology, but one expert says using synthetic images is a step too far.

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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.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 19, 2023

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) describes algorithms (such as ChatGPT) that can be used to create new content, including audio, code, images, text, simulations, and videos. Recent new breakthroughs in the field have the potential to drastically change the way we approach content creation.

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 19, 2023

I love to go for a good hike, but I find that many campers do not. They quickly get bored. Short hikes to an activity area are fine, but if you are looking to go on a longer hike, be prepared for some moans and groans. That is, unless you spice up the hike. One […] The post 8 Themed Trail Hikes appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 18, 2023

The Department of Veterans Affairs is “playing catch-up” to agencies such as the National Institutes of Health in automating its acquisition processes, according to its chief acquisition officer. Speaking Tuesday at the AFCEA Bethesda 15th Annual Health IT Event, Michael Parrish said the VA’s supply chain modernization effort is focused on using technologies like machine learning (ML) to ensure order management has full enterprise visibility.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 18, 2023

COVID-19 may no longer be a pandemic, but the disease likely reduced the availability of the US workforce by as much as 2.6 percent in 2022—a burden on productivity that could last for years.

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 17, 2023

SHOW NOTES In this episode, Curt tells a few stories from his time at camp and a few from other camp professionals. Some are heartwarming and others are amusing. HOSTS CURT JACKSON CHRIS KALLAL. The post SCP 178: It’s Story Time with Curt! appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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State Tech Magazine

JANUARY 18, 2023

On the night of Dec. 5, 2022, the electricity went out in Moore County, N.C., leaving 45,000 residents reaching for flashlights and warm blankets. Gunfire hit two power substations, and authorities say the attacker knew where to aim to achieve maximum damage. “This kind of attack raises a new level of threat,” said Gov. Roy Cooper at a press conference.

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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.

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FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 19, 2023

The best way to ensure electronic health record systems can share data interoperably is for industry to adopt the Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources standard, or FHIR, say federal officials. While the deployment of a single, consolidated electronic health record, called the Military Health System GENESIS, has the Department of Defense on a path to interoperability, the FHIR data standard that serves as its backbone isn’t congressionally mandated.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 19, 2023

After one of its most successful years, Europe’s private banking industry will now need to navigate an uncertain macroeconomic outlook and evolving client needs.

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 17, 2023

Here’s an event you can add to your Wild West theme. Start by having your campers gather gold. They can dig for it at a creek, find nuggets lying around camp, or search for hidden nuggets in particular areas. You could even have them earn gold during the week. Once everyone has had an opportunity […]. The post Wild West Auction appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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GCN

JANUARY 20, 2023

Automating the recycling sorting process can increase waste management efficiency and play a valuable role in reducing environmental contamination.

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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.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JANUARY 17, 2023

For higher education institutions , there is a growing focus on the importance of improving the student experience, which touches on virtually everything colleges and universities do. And how can higher education institutions improve the student experience? With data. Mark Hampton, executive education advisor for Amazon Web Services (AWS) says that many higher education leaders are looking for data to respond to opportunities to improve the student experience and address challenges like decrease

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 18, 2023

Five steps could help to bring broadband and digital equity to every Black household in the United States—urban and rural—while bolstering efforts to create a more inclusive economy.

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 15, 2023

Many camps feel that one of their best programs is the closing campfire on the last night of camp. If your closing campfire is the typical skit night, consider trying a closing campfire that is more reflective. Here is a way to do that. This is not your typical campfire. This is much more of […]. The post The Spirit of Camp – Campfire appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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Super Library Marketing

JANUARY 16, 2023

Photo courtesy Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library. When Julia Pitts walks into a library or flips open a newly checked-out book, she remembers her grandmother, Velma. A frugal woman who grew up in the Great Depression, Velma embedded Julia with her a few lifelong habits, including frequenting the library for its free entertainment. “With eerie clarity, I can picture her tiny body reading a hardcover crime novel wrapped in the plastic library sheathing under the glow of her lima bean g

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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.

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GCN

JANUARY 20, 2023

The state will test trucks equipped with platooning technology along its Smart Mobility Corridor, and automated passenger vehicles will spend a year driving on rural roads.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 16, 2023

Will the world move to solve its structural problems and make superior short-term choices? Yes or no: that’s the first question on the test.

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 14, 2023

Here is a wonderful program for your devotions time. In the morning listen to Johnny Reid’s song Today I Am Going to Try to Change the World. Then read If I Could Change the World for the Better, I Would… from the Chicken Soup for the Preteen Soul book. Next, ask the kids to think […]. The post Today I Am Going to Try and Change the World appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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Grant Training Center

JANUARY 16, 2023

In order to assess the validity of a proposal in relationship to the solicitation, many donors, especially foundations, request a Letter of Intent (LOI) from future applicants. This is the letter that will lead to the invitation to apply for the grant. If the application that follows meets the donor’s criteria and is well written, the chances for success are excellent.

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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.

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Social Pinpoint

JANUARY 15, 2023

It's important that we know how to develop a robust action plan for community engagement that harnesses digital innovation. With the right action plan in place, we can ensure we are connecting with our community. The post How to Develop a Community Engagement Action Plan appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 20, 2023

Software is an increasingly important driver for companies across industries. Capturing the full value of investing in it depends on strong product management capabilities.

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 20, 2023

For many young people reading in school can seem more like a chore or even a punishment. So, when it’s part of summer camp, finding ways to incorporate it becomes a strange adventure. Here are four ways to read books aloud to kids that won’t bore them to sleep. This can be done during quiet […] The post 4 Ways to Read Books to Your Campers That Won’t Bore Them appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2023

The U.S. General Services Administration requires government agencies to keep a backup of all emails related to agency business transactions. This applies while employees are working and after they leave, and includes specifications for where agencies must retain and record all of their emails. The requirement is consistent with other compliance standards, such as the Freedom of Information Act and Department of Defense regulations for contractors, which require agencies to archive emails for th

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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-

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Human Transit

JANUARY 16, 2023

At the moment, everyone is playing with ChatGPT , the new open-access Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool that is able to write remarkably clear prose in a range of styles. You can play with it here. I knew it had passed all the easy tests, so I tried to throw it into the deep end: So I think: OK, this isn’t intelligence. This thing isn’t thinking about the topic.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 17, 2023

Private investors have snapped up data centers in recent years, but plenty of other potential investment opportunities in the sector’s value chain may be going unnoticed.

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 18, 2023

Whether you run an overnight camp or a day camp, getting staff to be on time in the morning or for a meeting is often a struggle. Laura was dealing with this issue and wanted to create an incentive for returning a little early. She now has a system where staff check in 15 minutes […] The post How to Get Your Staff to Be on Time appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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GCN

JANUARY 17, 2023

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum proposed $30 million for the state’s unmanned aerial system traffic control network and $7 million for a business and aviation park in Grand Forks.

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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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