GCN

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Advocates are tired of “tone deaf” messaging that puts the onus for safety on walkers and not on vehicles.

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Campaign 138

Summer Camp Programming

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

SHOW NOTES In this episode, Shauna and Kelie talk with Frost Valley CEO, Riel Peerbooms, about the rising childcare cost and how it affects camps. Links: Riel Contact: ceo@frostvalley.org Want to add to our conversation? Have a question you want us to discuss? Email Us: exploringcampsides@gmail.com HOSTS KELIE COOK SHAUNA GUGLIELMO The post Ep 24: The Rising Cost of Childcare with Riel Peerbooms first appeared on Summer Camp Programming.

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Disaster Zone blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

A different approach to training teams on cybersecurity.

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Microsoft Public Sector

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Microsoft Security Copilot and NIST 800-171 It is with bated breath that we await the publication of a Proposed Rule and final draft of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0. Simultaneously, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) just released the final draft of NIST Special Publication 800-171 Revision 3 ( NIST 800-171r3 ) and initial draft of NIST 800-171Ar3 , the assessment requirements for NIST 800-171r3.

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FedTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Kestrel, the Department of Energy’s newest supercomputer, has taken flight. The impressive machine would have never left the nest without Hewlett Packard Enterprise, the prime contractor responsible for bringing it to life. DOE tapped HPE in late 2021 to build the new platform to tackle ongoing renewable energy and energy-efficiency research. Kestrel will deliver more than five times faster performance, with 44 petaflops of computing power.

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Operations 129

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

A mapping exercise can help senior managers determine how best to bring employees with different priorities together to achieve common corporate goals.

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Management 135

Microsoft Public Sector

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

With the announcement of Security Copilot back in March, there has been a growing demand to understand and expand the role of machine learning (ML) in security. This demand is especially apparent in the US government space, where these advancements have a direct impact on national security. Security Copilot is the first generative AI security product to help defend organizations at machine speed and scale.

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State Tech Magazine

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Cybersecurity alerts help state and local governments to fend off attacks. But nobody can stay vigilant amid a daily onslaught of alarms requiring a constant sifting of legitimate threats from worthless noise. Alert fatigue is an age-old human problem. From the boy who cried wolf to medical professionals facing crucial health decisions, our brains shut down when presented with too many flashing lights and blaring horns.

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Local Government Government 117

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

A recent digital and cyber self-assessment of organizations in Australia and New Zealand revealed a mix of strengths and areas for improvement needed to address ever-evolving digital-related risks.

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FedTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program must scale to keep pace with growth in the as-a-service offerings agencies are using, according to Eric Mill, senior advisor to the federal CIO. Agencies increasingly avoid having to develop or operate software themselves by connecting to cloud-based apps for everything from hiring to healthcare.

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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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GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

GAO audits federal programs and spending to ensure that taxpayer dollars are protected and that programs operate effectively and efficiently. While we share our findings with Congress and the public through hundreds of reports and testimonies issued.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

By 2030, one-fifth of the American population will be aged 65 or over, which will only make worse a critical deficit in suitable housing that caters to their specific requirements. As individuals grow older, their housing needs change, including increased accommodations for those with disabilities.

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Housing 115

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Henrik Henriksson, CEO of H2 Green Steel, talks about the challenges and successes in founding a green business start-up and out-executing peers in a competitive environment.

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Sustainability 104

GCN

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

President Biden’s recent executive order specifically called for guidance in the emerging technology’s use in assistance programs. But experts warn that AI isn’t a silver bullet.

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Government 111

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OpenGov

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Almost 1 in 4 office spaces across the country sit empty. At the same time, communities are growing faster than ever. The combination has led the federal government to release […] The post Housing Shortage? Here’s How to Get Federal Dollars to Transform Office Spaces into Homes in Your Community appeared first on OpenGov.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The 2023-24 United States Supreme Court Term officially kicked off on Monday, October 2. During this term, the court will hear several cases that could impact local governments and their operations.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

One of the world’s tech scholars talks geeks, two-pizza teams, the 90 percent syndrome and a whole lot more.

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GCN

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

With $1 collected from every electric and gas bills each month, Minneapolis plans to weatherize residents’ homes, install rooftop solar on commercial buildings and build electric vehicle charging stations.

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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.

Local Government

GovLoop

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The concept of digital twins, which has been around for years, is gaining traction as agencies gather better data and vendors develop better tools. The U.S. Government Accountability Office defines a digital twin as a virtual representation of a physical object, process or system. The idea is to use this simulated environment to test potential changes to the real-world environment.

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GovPilot

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Local governments across the U.S. have been on the front lines of response to the public health and economic crisis over the past few years, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic that shed a whole new light on prospective governmental challenges. Demand on local governments to provide continued efficient operations and new community services from trash removal to rental assistance, to code enforcement and business loan applications, is extremely high.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

As private equity firms enhance their approaches to diversity, equity, and inclusion, many still struggle to close important parity gaps.

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Leadership 103

GCN

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

A new ranking looks at how well states are directing money from the infrastructure law to improve equity and climate outcomes in their transportation networks.

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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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The CIO Council

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

In September 2023, the Office of Management and Budget published the Delivering a Digital-First Public Experience guidance. The guidance provides agencies with tangible actions and timelines to deliver a digital experience that meets the public’s expectation now and in the future. Digital Experience Pillars Overview The Delivering a Digital-First Public Experience guidance establishes the foundation for an improved digital experience when the public interacts with the government’s products and s

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Open Access Government - Technology News

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The enterprise segment dominates the global software market, according to Statista, and is expected to reach almost $376 billion by 2028. Here we dive into emerging technologies that custom enterprise software developers use to keep solutions up-to-date and efficient The continuous growth of the enterprise application market, even in recession periods, is the main evidence that software solutions have become essential for companies’ operational efficiency and profitability.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Real estate can use generative AI to turn the industry’s data into treasure in seven steps.

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GCN

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Officials say they could see an uptick in unemployment insurance claims, have trouble feeding low-income families and experience disruptions to air travel, among other things.

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Management 105

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GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

If you’re traveling this Thanksgiving, you may notice that airports are once again busy. In fact, air travel has largely returned to pre-pandemic levels and demand is expected to rise. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is working to meet this.

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GovLoop

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

With constituent and employee expectations rising, state and local governments are under pressure to create easier, more intuitive interactions. To make this goal a reality for citizens, it’s time for your agency to consider human-centered design, which puts power in the hands of end users, enabling government to offer the kind of self-service capabilities people already are used to in their daily lives.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In search of the best deals, US consumers are spreading out their spending across several months this holiday season. Here’s what that means for retailers.

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GCN

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Deploying broadband in a way that discriminates against low-income communities is barred under the new rules, but observers worry that loopholes will make the rules less effective.

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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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