NLC (National League of Cities)
MAY 28, 2024
NLC does not provide nor intend to provide any legal advice to cities, towns and villages. This article and information is meant for educational purposes only. Local leaders should consult with their general counsel when implementing local policies or engaging in litigation.
GCN
MAY 29, 2024
COMMENTARY| Compared to 2023, more graduating college students are applying for jobs in the public sector. The survey also found key takeaways that will help governments become employers of choice.
GovPilot
MAY 27, 2024
Local government officials often find themselves at an intersection between progress and tradition. They are tasked with the challenging responsibility of integrating modern technology into their daily work lives. Officials recognize the immense potential that digital tools and advanced systems hold for enhancing efficiency, improving public services , and fostering transparency.
Open Access Government - Technology News
MAY 29, 2024
Alex Case, Senior Director, Government Industry Principal at Pegasystems, ex-senior civil servant at 10 Downing Street and the UK’s Cabinet Office, walks us through protecting against public sector fraud with technology Local and national governments are under immense pressure to show that grants make a valuable difference in their communities’ lives and are not being misused in any way.
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The holiday season brings joy and celebration, but it also introduces unique challenges for municipal operations. From ensuring safe snow removal and managing icy sidewalks to organizing festive events and addressing increased community needs, municipalities play a critical role in keeping residents safe and operations running smoothly. This eBook provides actionable safety tips to help your team navigate the holiday season effectively, protect staff and citizens, and ensure compliance with safe
GovPilot
MAY 29, 2024
Moving to a primarily online space invokes a myriad of emotions from constituents. As they are met with unforeseen accessibility and convenience, they are, unfavorably, being asked to disclose extremely personal information to maintain that ease of use. Therein lies a dissonance where citizens do not want to be left behind as technology moves forward but continue to have feelings of trepidation as more sensitive services are moving online.
Summer Camp Programming
MAY 28, 2024
SHOW NOTES In their second-to-last episode (?), Curt and Chris dive deep into their rich history of camping experiences. They share invaluable lessons learned from their diverse roles, from being camp counselors to directors, across various camp settings. Highlights include the importance of staff training, cultivating a sense of family among team members, and seamlessly […] The post SCP 207: Useful Lessons We’ve Learned in Our Camp Careers first appeared on Summer Camp Programming.
Public Administration Today brings together the best content for professionals in the public administration field from the widest variety of thought leaders.
GCN
MAY 29, 2024
The Memphis area leads the nation in pedestrian deaths, but almost all metropolitan areas have become more dangerous for walkers, according to a new report.
AWS Public Sector Blog
MAY 30, 2024
Within the Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, the Division of Medication Error Prevention and Analysis (DMEPA) plays a critical role. DMEPA reviews premarket and postmarket drug labeling to minimize the risk of medication errors. In partnership with FDA’s DMEPA team, Amazon Web Services (AWS) Partner ICF is developing a machine learning (ML) prototype known as the Computerized Labeling Assessment Tool (CLAT).
NLC (National League of Cities)
MAY 28, 2024
By Mia Chapman Millions of people in the United States living with mental health challenges face barriers to finding and maintaining stable housing. Mental health encompasses emotional, psychological, and social well-being, and mental health illnesses are some of the most common health conditions across the country.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 28, 2024
Telcos can unlock significant value by becoming truly customer-centric enterprises, but it will take a new operating model enabled by a mindset shift and expanded capabilities.
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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.
Microsoft Public Sector
MAY 31, 2024
As a business leader, you know the value of having access to the right information at the right time. Whether you need to make strategic decisions, solve problems, or answer customer queries, you want to leverage the knowledge that is stored in your documents and databases. But how can you find the most relevant and accurate answers from the vast amount of unstructured data that you have?
AWS Public Sector Blog
MAY 31, 2024
Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) is the process of optimizing the output of a large language model (LLM). It references an authoritative knowledge base outside of its training data sources before generating a response. A RAG -based solution lets organizations jumpstart generative artificial intelligence (AI) applications with faster and more cost-effective ways to inject fresh, trusted data into foundation models (FMs), making generative AI easier for businesses to onboard.
GCN
MAY 28, 2024
Andover, Massachusetts, operates under the town meeting system. Amid abysmal meeting attendance, officials turned to SMS to manage its meetings and various initiatives.
Google Public Sector
MAY 29, 2024
Recent events have underscored the critical need for robust cloud security. The Cyber Safety Review Board's (CSRB) in-depth analysis of the Microsoft Exchange Online intrusion, detailed in this blog post CSRB report highlights the need for new approaches to securing the public sector , reveals vulnerabilities that can impact any organization. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the escalating risks of cyberattacks and the critical need for proactive, multi-layered cloud security.
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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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 29, 2024
Global travel is back and buzzing. More regional trips, newly emerging travelers, and a fresh set of destinations are powering steady spending.
AWS Public Sector Blog
MAY 31, 2024
The US Federal Government has endless opportunity to lead the way as well as adopt best practices for how the latest technologies, including generative artificial intelligence (AI) , can be leveraged to fulfill its various missions. I’m curious, like many of you, about the opportunities technology provides for National Security in today’s current state.
GCN
MAY 28, 2024
COMMENTARY | When cities follow water-efficient building standards, they insulate their communities and lay the foundation for providing clean water services to growing populations.
FedTech Magazine
MAY 28, 2024
The Technology Modernization Fund jump-started two major projects of the National Archives and Records Administration that will improve customer and employee experiences. With $9.1 million in TMF funds, NARA will upgrade two outdated IT systems no longer supported by its vendor with new cloud-based software. The new applications improve efficiencies and provide veterans and their families — and hundreds of federal agencies — with faster, more reliable and secure access to records.
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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.
NLC (National League of Cities)
MAY 27, 2024
Across the United States, numerous regions are facing the devastating impacts of tornadoes and other extreme weather conditions. Recently, as part of the Centennial Roadshow: 100 Years, 100 Cities, staff from the National League of Cities (NLC) visited Portage, MI, just days after the city experienced a severe tornado that caused significant damage.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 28, 2024
EA’s chief strategy officer, Mihir Vaidya, discusses the challenges of innovating at the intersection of art, entertainment, and technology.
GCN
MAY 30, 2024
The dashboard helps local governments estimate how much money to expect and, based on that, offers evidence-based recommendations on how best to spend it.
FedTech Magazine
MAY 31, 2024
When the U.S. Census Bureau needed new devices for their workers to survey residents across the country, the organization’s IT leaders wanted to ensure the process of getting those tablets was seamless for tens of thousands of employees. The IT staff didn’t have the resources to install software and set up profiles for each device, nor was it the best use of their time.
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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.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
MAY 30, 2024
Many of us have been the victims of porch piracy—the theft of packages and mail left at our door. But you may be surprised to hear that U.S. Postal Service workers themselves, as well as USPS buildings, are also targeted for theft. Serious crimes.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 29, 2024
A survey of travelers reveals disparate desires, generational divides, and a newly emerging set of traveler archetypes.
GCN
MAY 31, 2024
Money may not be able to buy happiness, but observers say it could help protect some of the nation’s most vulnerable: children living in poverty.
AWS Public Sector Blog
MAY 28, 2024
In May 2022, the European Commission (EC) proposed to set up a European Health Data Space (EHDS). The EHDS will establish a common framework and infrastructure for the use of health data for research, innovation, policy-making, and regulatory activities in the European Union (EU). It will also create common standards and practices enabling EU citizens to better access, control, and share their electronic personal health data.
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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.
State Tech Magazine
MAY 30, 2024
When Craig Hopkins took the job as CIO in San Antonio, Texas, seven years ago, he saw that improvements were needed in 311. When he arrived, residents looking to report issues — from stray animals to potholes and missed trash pickups — dialed into a call center, where humans took down information and initiated responses. But manual processes can be prone to error, and the system lacked a feedback mechanism.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 28, 2024
Generative AI is here to stay. As the novelty wears off, companies must figure out how to implement the technology to create real value. Here’s how they can start.
GCN
MAY 29, 2024
Nebraska's incentive grant program would allow qualified nursing homes or assisted-living facilities that were certified for Medicare or Medicaid to apply for one-time startup costs to build out child care in the same unit.
AWS Public Sector Blog
MAY 29, 2024
With the primary focus on citizen impact workloads, resiliency of applications is of paramount importance for any public-serving organization. For a lot of mission critical workloads, the service provider has to ensure that the entire system and processes are monitored 24/7/365 and notifications and support is maintained round-the-clock. Moreover, there are often stringent legal requirements, adherence to service level agreements (SLAs), and contractual obligations between multiple stakeholders.
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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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