GovPilot

JULY 4, 2024

Local government officials will often face uphill battles when it comes to getting constituents engaged with their websites. It's not just about providing valuable information; it is also about making sure that information is accessible and interesting enough to draw people in. Sometimes, the technical aspects alone, like optimizing for search engines or ensuring mobile compatibility, can be a lot to handle.

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GCN

JULY 2, 2024

A new report from the Volcker Alliance highlights the lack of transparency around tax expenditures, and calls on states to better monitor whether the tax breaks are achieving their intended effects.

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FedTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2024

Government needs broad visibility into the activity of bad actors to fight ransomware. A lack of robust information sharing can lead to “a murky information environment, making it difficult for governments and industry to work together to combat ransomware at scale,” according to a report from the Institute for Security and Technology released in April.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JULY 1, 2024

Credit risk organizations are already adopting gen AI technologies. How can they deploy them safely and at scale?

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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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FedTech Magazine

JULY 3, 2024

There exists a major disconnect between the trust most agencies put in their current cybersecurity strategies and their actual ability to defend themselves. While 88 percent of global IT and security leaders feel confident in their organizations’ ability to manage cyber risk, 51 percent report that more than half of their cyber incidents were due to poor cyber hygiene, according to an April study from ExtraHop.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JULY 2, 2024

Managing access to websites and safeguarding users from harmful content is a critical component of a layered cybersecurity approach, especially in educational settings. Schools and institutions of higher learning have a responsibility to provide a secure online experience for their students and staff. Traditionally, this has been accomplished through on-site web filtering appliances.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JULY 5, 2024

Activist investors seek to maximize their own returns—which can lift a company’s share price when activists hold shares. But what happens a few years after an activist exits its position?

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GCN

JULY 3, 2024

A new report shows some progress in improving safety for people traveling by foot, but the number of pedestrian fatalities is still far higher than it was before the pandemic.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JULY 1, 2024

After responding to the increased need for online learning during the pandemic, the market for educational and professional learning content has continued to expand. The global digital education content market is predicted to jump from today’s $60 billion market value to a $180 billion in the next decade, according to FactMR. A growing list of educational organizations, including Kaplan, McGraw Hill, New York University (NYU), and Coursera, have turned to CreatorUp to meet the rising demand.

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State Tech Magazine

JULY 3, 2024

Code for America advocates easing the citizen experience in clearing criminal records when appropriate. “A criminal record can be a life sentence to poverty, creating barriers to jobs, housing, education and more,” the nonprofit notes on its website. But Code for America has found that the petition processes “to clear criminal records in most states is complicated and burdensome.

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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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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JULY 3, 2024

This may be India’s century. We look ahead at seven trends likely to shape the country for years to come—and help it achieve its development goals.

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GovLoop

JULY 3, 2024

One thing is certain: The day will come when quantum computers are powerful and reliable enough to render traditional encryption obsolete. What’s less certain is when it will arrive. But it’s imperative that agencies prepare today. Wait too long, said Keyfactor’s Chris Hickman, and “you won’t have enough runway to keep your organization safe while you go through all the planning steps.

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FedTech Magazine

JULY 5, 2024

As data volumes continue to increase, federal IT leaders are considering cluster computing as a way to avoid spending money on maintaining storage infrastructure or public cloud. Proponents of the emerging alternative argue the technology improves scalability and availability for agencies while reducing environmental and monetary waste from unused storage space.

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Center for Community Progress

JULY 3, 2024

Dear friends and colleagues, As we enter the second half of 2024, I want to take a moment to reflect on a few remarkable accomplishments Community Progress achieved in the first six months of this year. My time as President & CEO has been an incredible journey so far, so I hope you’ll join me in celebrating these inspiring wins for community revitalization.

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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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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JULY 2, 2024

McKinsey’s latest ConsumerWise Survey finds consumers in the region reacting differently to ongoing economic uncertainty. Companies should take note.

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Policy & Politics Journal blog

JULY 3, 2024

by Sarah Brown and Elizabeth Koebele All articles featured in this blog post are free to access until 31 October 2024 It’s that time of year again when course syllabi are updated with fresh research.

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GCN

JULY 1, 2024

The justices left in place preliminary injunctions blocking the two laws but said the appeals courts must further study their First Amendment implications.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JULY 2, 2024

Data sovereignty refers to a concept where individuals, organizations, or governments have control over their own data and infrastructure, ensuring independence, privacy, and security. Data sovereignty with edge artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the concept of maintaining control and ownership over data and AI processes at the edge of the network rather than relying on centralized cloud services.

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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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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JULY 1, 2024

US manufacturing companies are facing a talent and labor crisis. Is it time they took a fresh look at their automation options?

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The City Fix

JULY 5, 2024

Every three years, ICLEI hosts the ICLEI World Congress to showcase how subnational actors advance sustainable urban development worldwide. The most recent installment, ICLEI World Congress 2024, held June 18-21 in São Paulo, Brazil, converged over 1,500 global attendees to.

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GCN

JULY 1, 2024

An ongoing lifeguard shortage means some pools and beaches are staying closed amid record-breaking heat waves across the U.S. Here’s what states and municipalities are doing about it.

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GovLoop

JULY 1, 2024

Summer can be tricky when it comes to carving out time for professional development. Between tackling your regular duties, juggling summer vacation schedules for you and your coworkers, and the ongoing obligations in your personal life, you might wonder if there’s any time for career growth. Good news – there is! We’ve got our July plans in place for professional development and once you register, if you can’t make it the day of, you will receive a recording to watch when

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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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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JULY 1, 2024

Looking for your next book? Each year, McKinsey seeks out the best books in business, technology, workplace culture, and more. Here’s our 2024 list, recommended by CEOs, founders, editors in chief, and other global leaders.

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State Tech Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

Cisco recently published the results of a hybrid work survey that found 88 percent of federal, state and local government employees are very or somewhat satisfied with hybrid work arrangements. In the survey, 86 percent of respondents said being able to work remotely was important to them in future roles. For in-office and remote workers to share truly effective conferencing between their locations, state and local agencies must ensure that they enjoy meeting equity.

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GCN

JULY 1, 2024

Fourth of July celebrations have long featured flashy pyrotechnics. But more environmentally friendly spectacles could take their place.

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Park Leaders

JULY 2, 2024

“Does it really make any difference if you do believe something, but are at the same time intolerant of someone who does not agree or concur in your beliefs?” In this episode, Walt Dabney returns to share his extraordinary experience as a student trainee. Walt is the retired director of Texas State Parks and a former National Park Service employee who held various roles during his distinguished career.

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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-

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JULY 2, 2024

Leading economist Chad Syverson speculates about the ingredients in productivity’s secret sauce.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

JULY 2, 2024

Researchers at Penn State University have revealed a 3D-printed material that promises to transform wearable devices This new material, shown in their recent publication in Advanced Materials, combines softness and stretchability with high conductivity, overcoming key limitations of existing fabrication methods. Led by corresponding author Tao Zhou, assistant professor at Penn State’s College of Engineering, the team addressed longstanding challenges in achieving both flexibility and elect

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GCN

JULY 2, 2024

While the justices found in Murthy v. Missouri that two states lacked standing to sue over alleged government censorship, observers warned that the case may have already damaged efforts to crack down ahead of November.

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GovLoop

JULY 1, 2024

I’ve been a writer and editor covering the public sector for more than 30 years, and I’ve never ceased to be amazed by the spirit of public service that prevails at every level of government, from one administration to the next. I’ve met so many people who could command bigger salaries and better perks in the private sector. But they stay in this community because they care about their work.

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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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