McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Across disease types, patients with disabilities experience inequities all along the care pathway—with consequently worse outcomes. Inclusive pathway designs and targeted interventions could help.
Policy & Politics Journal blog
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
by James Sloam & Matt Henn The United Nations Development Programme has described 2024 as a global elections “Super year”. However, while that may be the case, younger generations across many established democracies remain deeply disillusioned with mainstream electoral politics.
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State Tech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
As recently as five years ago, state governments were still seen as slow adopters of cloud resources. But today, a supermajority of state government agencies have adopted cloud solutions. We’ve seen the cloud adoption conversation go from cloud-first to cloud-smart and now to cloud modernization. During last year’s annual meeting of the National Association of State Chief Information Officers, the association released a report, Capitals in the Cloud Part II: Changing the Cloud Conversation.
State Tech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Economic challenges in recent years have led many government agencies to stretch out their IT refresh cycles. Where many organizations previously would replace aging infrastructure every three to five years, some are now trying to extend those periods to save money. However, IT experts note that putting off modernization also comes with costs. By holding on to aging IT infrastructure, agencies may limit their ability to move forward and take advantage of modern technologies that could provide ne
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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.
Next City
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
After a 19th-century treaty left them landless, the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians is reclaiming their ancestral lands — and their traditional wildfire management practices.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.
Public Administration Today brings together the best content for professionals in the public administration field from the widest variety of thought leaders.
NLC (National League of Cities)
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
The federal government is at risk of another federal shutdown when the new federal fiscal year begins on October 1. That is when Fiscal Year 2024 spending bills will expire unless Congress can pass a new bill to extend their expiration date.
Next City
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
‘Bring them to Ride Free’: Leaders of one Kensington nonprofit say engaging with people who deal drugs is key to breaking up the neighborhood's open-air drug market, but city leaders have overlooked this population while creating new law enforcement strategies for the neighborhood
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Optimists, pessimists—who’s right? New research breaks down the physical realities slowing our progress toward net zero: what’s simpler, what’s tough, and what’s vital to transforming our energy system successfully.
American City & Country
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
New systems installations need to go smoothly, says Steve Witt , director of public sector at Nintex , a global provider of process and workflow automation software with clients that include public sector entities, including the U.S. Department of Defense, city of Denver, the federal Veterans Administration and the U.S. Air Force. Go to the following link for information on Nintex’s work with governments.
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FedTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Hyperconverged infrastructure offers agencies a chance to bolster their edge computing capabilities by enhancing security, reducing costs and improving management — even in the most unconventional locations. The evolving demands of data management and processing at the edge have more agencies looking to HCI, particularly as technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning become more prevalent.
Open Access Government - Technology News
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Barry Searle, Managing Director at Intelligencia Training, discusses the cyber security skills gap and the need to align education with industry needs With the global cost of cyber crime estimated at over £6tr in 2024 and the UK reporting business losses of over £27bn, both public and private sector organisations are acutely aware of the need to develop capable and effective cyber-security teams.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Leading economists Mike Spence and Mohamed El-Erian talk about the “pretty complicated and disorienting environment” we face.
State Tech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Jessica Gateff was an Oklahoma citizen before she took her first job with the state. And it was in her role as citizen that she learned how cloud migration can instantly change the way government works, she says. It was early 2020, and Gateff had been searching the internet for official information on the spread of COVID-19 in the state. One day, she recalls, she couldn’t find anything, “and then, a week later, everything I needed was up and easily accessible on the health department website.
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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.
FedTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Agencies can struggle to stick to recommended three- to five-year IT refresh cycles due to their large install bases, tight budgets and legacy technologies that are not interoperable with newer ones. The Department of Defense wants to standardize refresh cycles across its branches because holding on to aging IT infrastructure has led to widespread frustration over poor user experience.
NLC (National League of Cities)
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
The early childhood workforce is a vital aspect of the economy through its role of providing childcare. Often overlooked, however, is the equally vital entrepreneurial side of running a childcare business. This dynamic workforce faces the daunting challenge of running small businesses while often lacking access to resources for professional development and business support.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Successful leaders constantly reinvent themselves and their organizations. Critical to this reinvention is adopting an “inside out” approach that focuses on the human aspects of leadership.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Numerous delays and tech issues plagued the rollout of a new federal financial aid application that was meant to simplify the process for students. Millions of students apply each year for financial aid through the Free Application for Federal.
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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.
Librarian.net
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
A difficult part of technology instruction is not that things are unknowable, but that no one is ever starting at the beginning, not in 2024. How I work – image from State Library of New South Wales I was reading this post by my colleague Alex talking about digital decluttering. Like Alex, I can get stuck into a hyperfocus jag where I am doing nothing but cleaning up data and I enjoy it a lot.
NLC (National League of Cities)
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Authored by by Juliet L. King PhD, ATR-BC, LPC, LMHC Public-facing figures are taxed by balancing personal privacy with their public roles. The stress of maintaining a public image, coupled with criticism, can lead to significant emotional strain. In 2021, “8 in 10 surveyed local elected officials reported experiencing harassment, threats, and violence.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Across disease types, patients with disabilities experience inequities all along the care pathway—with consequently worse outcomes. Inclusive pathway designs and targeted interventions could help.
American City & Country
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
You probably don’t wake up thinking about cyber security, or whether you may fall for a phishing attack. No, you wake up thinking about how you’re going to get three kids to three different events on time, if your boss liked your presentation, or what you’re going to make for dinner. The truth is, most of us don’t worry about what can compromise our personal and financial data until it’s too late.
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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.
Homeroom
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
By: Patti Curtis, Senior STEM Advisor, Office of the Deputy Secretary On August 14, 2024, the Office of the Deputy Secretary, in collaboration with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), held a YOU Belong in STEM webinar entitled Inclusive Higher Education Pathways that featured grant programs for minority serving institutions (MSIs) of higher education Continue Reading The post Inclusive Higher Education STEM Pathways appeared first on ED.gov Blog.
NLC (National League of Cities)
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Every September, the National League of Cities (NLC) joins the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP) and our local, state and federal workforce development partners to celebrate Workforce Development Month.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
As demand for electric two-wheelers takes off, Asian and European OEMs can collaborate to navigate shifting markets.
Partnership for Public Service
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Although they often go unnoticed, public servants are the heartbeat of our nation. That was the message conveyed at “ Honoring Public Service: The Untold Stories ,” an event hosted by The Washington Post to mark the launch of its new series spearheaded by best-selling author Michael Lewis. “Who Is Government?” serves as a reminder to understand and appreciate the individuals who make it function.
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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
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
My father dedicated over 40 years to active duty in the Navy, and with my mother, instilled a strong sense of purpose in me and my two sisters. So joining the Navy felt like a natural choice, taking my oath alongside other young recruits who also valued the importance of having a purpose. As a woman, the leadership skills I gained in the Navy proved invaluable in navigating industries with underrepresented groups.
NLC (National League of Cities)
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Co-authored by Glencora Haskins, Research Associate and Applied Research Manager, Brookings Metro; Mannan Donoghoe, Senior Research Associate, Brookings Metro; Mayu Takeuchi, Senior Research Assistant, Brookings Metro; and Maya Garg, Applied Research Intern, Brookings Metro For over 50 years, a lack of federal investment in critical infrastructure has remained the status quo.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
As the board’s role becomes ever more complicated, stronger partnership with management, especially the CEO, can help directors create the most value for their organizations.
State Tech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
It’s time to embrace the next technological frontier: generative artificial intelligence. GenAI is already a staple in the lives of millions, simplifying personal and professional tasks. But as it evolves at a breakneck pace, there’s a risk that those who could benefit the most from GenAI, particularly individuals with disabilities, might be left behind.
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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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