AWS Public Sector Blog

JANUARY 31, 2023

Improving the customer experience (CX) has emerged as an imperative for government agencies following the 2021 Executive Order on Transforming Federal Customer Experience and Service Delivery to Rebuild Trust in Government. In other blog posts, we described how the cloud enables transformational citizen experiences , and provided an architecture framework for transforming federal customer experience and service delivery , plus how to improve government customer experience by building a modern se

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Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 31, 2023

Some think events have proven other courses of action are perhaps needed.

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Summer Camp Programming

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

SHOW NOTES Curt and Chris share their picks of items that they would like to see in a camp store. From challenge coins to Croc charms, they’ll discuss a few items you’ll consider adding to your camp store offerings. Links: Tenzi Koosh Balls Stickers from StickyBrand Button Supplies Challenge Coins Sleep Masks Metal Pins Croc […] The post SCP 180: Fun Items You Should Be Selling in Your Camp Store appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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State Tech Magazine

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

State technology leaders have a multibillion-dollar opportunity right now to end the digital divide as we know it. With the first installment of federal deployment and digital equity planning funds in hand, more than a dozen states have kicked off coordinated efforts with federal, state and local leaders in pursuit of internet for all. Leveraging America’s libraries can avoid duplication of work and accelerate progress.

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This guide addresses the unique operational challenges faced by smaller municipalities, such as limited resources, budget constraints, and diverse community needs. By leveraging digital tools, City Managers and Municipal Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) can streamline workflows, enhance communication, and improve service delivery. The guide covers identifying operational challenges, choosing the right software, and implementing digital solutions.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Businesses risk billions if Black professionals continue to be underrepresented in tech jobs. Closing the gap means making changes to education, recruiting, and retention initiatives.

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Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 31, 2023

What does a CISA Region do as opposed to FEMA Regions?

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GCN

JANUARY 30, 2023

The drop in payments is encouraging, but a lack of transparency around ransomware reporting makes it hard to say why organizations refuse to pay, researchers say.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 30, 2023

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria are useful in measuring a company’s progress toward achieving social goals in addition to creating shareholder value.

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Disaster Zone blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Enrollment is down overall at colleges and universities.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

How can we use real-time data platforms to improve the cybersecurity skills gap crisis in government and the public sector? There is a crisis in cybersecurity skills , and the public sector, including government agencies, will be feeling the cumulative impact this year. A report by Ipsos for the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport last May found that many UK businesses needed more staff with the technical, incident response, and governance skills needed to manage their cyber securit

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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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GovLoop

JANUARY 30, 2023

If you’re looking for an edge to help you get a new job, consider this: What’s the most significant problem you’ve solved in the workplace? And this: How do you explain new topics to coworkers unfamiliar with them? Or this: Describe a situation where results went against expectations. How did you adapt to this challenge? Those are examples of questions that employers might use to deeper an understanding of a job candidate’s fit for a job, according to a blog pos t at Inde

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FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2023

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently released a cybersecurity modernization action plan, expressing an urgency to enhance defenses to mitigate growing threats that agencies have faced in the past few years. The FDA alone has reported a 457 percent increase in reconnaissance activities, denial of service, attempted exploitation and other cyber incidents against IT infrastructure during the pandemic.

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Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 30, 2023

Really, it is not that big a deal in actual numbers.

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State Tech Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2023

A security operations center, or SOC, can be the nerve center of a strong state and local cybersecurity effort. SOC teams are charged with detecting, preventing, investigating and responding to cyberthreats, ideally with round-the-clock monitoring of an organization’s network. That’s a lot for any state office or agency to take on. That’s why North Dakota CISO Michael Gregg runs the state’s SOC delivered as a service.

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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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NLC (National League of Cities)

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

February 1 commences a month-long celebration of Black History Month – an annual observance honoring African Americans’ immeasurable contributions to American history while also recognizing their struggles with adversity and inequality.

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FedTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

For the most part, federal agencies remain unprepared to adopt disruptive and emerging technologies to support digital transformations, according to Deloitte’s “GovTech Trends 2023” report. The professional services network’s annual report spotlights technology trends most likely to cause disruption over the next 18-24 months and evaluates the government’s readiness to adopt them.

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Homeroom

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

In the U.S., accountability and funding for school curriculum, buildings, and grounds primarily comes from state and local agencies. For this reason, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) has limited authorities in the areas of school infrastructure, sustainability, environmental justice, and climate. Nevertheless, ED continues to think creatively about how it can spur action and Continue Reading The post ED Invites Organizations to Make School Infrastructure and Sustainability Commitments appea

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JANUARY 31, 2023

Year 17! Our team is so excited to be celebrating 17 years of supporting incredible nonprofits creating impacts in their communities. Since 2006, we have helped secure over $104.5M in grant awards and trained over 72,227 professionals – WOW! To help celebrate 17 years, our team put together 17 of our favorite grant resources. Although we didn’t rank them in order, as we love them all, and unlike our conversations about having priorities in sequential order, we allowed these resources to

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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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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

In this podcast, three McKinsey partners and leaders of the Insurance Practice discuss the themes that will define Asian insurance in 2023 and beyond.

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GCN

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Municipal water managers can harness new technologies that will adapt to changes in how water is understood, managed and shared.

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Homeroom

JANUARY 31, 2023

As a school counselor in the Livingston Union School District, I have seen firsthand the vital role that school counseling positions play in supporting academic achievement, social-emotional development, college and career readiness, and mental health and wellness in our students. My Superintendent, Andres Zamora, has been a leader in expanding and supporting school counseling positions, recognizing the Continue Reading The post California School Counselor Advocacy Tips appeared first on ED.gov

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NLC (National League of Cities)

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

We all experience the increasing toxicity of our politics. Threats on social media or in the grocery store. The colleague who mutters under their breath or fails to say what they really mean in public. Vicious public comment at the table.

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In a rapidly evolving landscape, the integration of digital software into Public Works teams has become imperative. This shift presents an opportunity to transcend traditional approaches, unlocking new levels of efficiency, cost savings, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This eBook offers comprehensive strategies to navigate this transformation.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 31, 2023

Life sciences companies are making progress in adopting and deploying digital and analytics. But they can go further and faster by heeding some lessons from the past few years.

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Paul Cairney

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Originally posted on Paul Cairney: Politics & Public Policy : Below is the introduction to an article that I wrote for a Special Issue paper on Teaching Policy Analysis for Gestión y Análisis de Políticas Públicas (GAPP).

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JANUARY 31, 2023

Amazon Web Services (AWS) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI) to boost innovation using cloud technology. Through this collaboration, AWS will support MHESI to identify pilot workloads for the ministry to start migrating to the AWS Cloud. MHESI will also use AWS training programs to upskill employees on AWS Cloud skills across over 200 education institutions and over 20 MHESI-managed research and

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Microsoft Public Sector

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Windows 365 and/or Azure Virtual Desktop in government AMA graphic Join us for our Windows 365 and/or Azure Virtual Desktop in government Ask Microsoft Anything (AMA) with members of the engineering and product teams On February 22nd at 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM (PST)| 11:00 AM-12:00 PM EST. We are collaborating with the Windows community and hosting this one hour session where you can ask all of your questions - however far "down the rabbit hole " you want to go!

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Dive into this comprehensive guide to inclusivity and accessibility! This handbook equips you with indispensable insights and practical strategies to ensure every space welcomes all. Whether you're an inspector, designer, or municipal employee, streamline compliance with regulations while fostering genuine inclusivity. From detailed checklists to case studies, we cover every aspect, empowering you to create environments that prioritize accessibility without compromising service.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

European transformation leaders share fresh perspectives based on their real-world experiences. A unifying principle to drive change and a structured approach to execute and sustain it can boost success.

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State Tech Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2023

It’s a challenge cities everywhere deal with all the time. “How to improve citizen engagement,” says Matthew Kaiser, communications and marketing director for Fairfax, Va. “What can a local government do to help its citizens become more involved?” Until relatively recently, Kaiser says, Fairfax had largely relied on what he describes as “buried” informational blurbs and graphics posted on the city’s website.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Municipalities should be excited and encouraged to explore new and updated data tools to help local leaders develop and implement innovative policies. Instead of needing to shore up expensive data teams and networks, cities, towns and villages can leverage new national tools that continue to come online every year.

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Homeroom

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month provides a platform to showcase the Native American Career and Technical Education Program (NACTEP), Native Hawaiian Career and Technical Education Program (NHCTEP) and the Tribally Controlled Postsecondary Career and Technical Institutions Program (TCPCTIP) and their important role in building knowledge and skills in different fields for different communities.

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Dive into the world of playground safety with this complimentary guide. It offers a detailed exploration of essential practices to ensure the utmost safety for children. Delve into inspection techniques, from assessing equipment conditions to evaluating surfacing materials. Gain insights into maintenance strategies to keep playgrounds in top-notch condition year-round.

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