GovPilot
AUGUST 27, 2024
Known as the backbone of municipal administration , City Managers are responsible for ensuring that the daily operations of their local government run smoothly and efficiently.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 26, 2024
Scaling up deployment of decarbonization technologies is crucial to achieve net zero, but there is a reality gap—the lack of firm EU and US project commitments could slow momentum.
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Next City
AUGUST 28, 2024
Detroit has targeted 8,000 abandoned vehicles as part of a major a blight crackdown. Not all residents know the rules.
State Tech Magazine
AUGUST 26, 2024
State and local governments are often pressured to make full use of allocated funds within specific time lines. For IT decision-makers, this pressure can manifest as capital expenditures (CAPEX) to acquire technology with long-term lifecycles. Obsolescence is the obvious risk here. Investments in technology can become outdated, forcing state and local agencies to spend more in the next budget cycle.
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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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 26, 2024
Generative AI is helping organizations do more in less time. An attitude of eager curiosity could help leaders seize the burgeoning opportunities that come with new technology.
AWS Public Sector Blog
AUGUST 26, 2024
Transit authorities have to maintain the location and schedule of large numbers of vehicle fleets on a daily basis. Most commonly, GPS coordinates are used to track vehicle location and transportation route. GPS coordinates often have anomalies that can contaminate location reporting. Additionally, if a vehicle takes a detour, it will offset public transportation schedules.
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American City & Country
AUGUST 30, 2024
Sustainability has been a talking point for cities and counties for decades, and the increasing impacts of climate change have added a sense of urgency to “going green” initiatives. Many cities, through policy and infrastructure, have made sustainability efforts a part of their backbones, and a new study by CoworkingCafe , a listing service for flexible workspaces, named the top 10 most sustainable cities in the U.S. in 2024.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 27, 2024
The world is falling behind in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals on time. AI has the potential to devise and scale solutions to address societal and environmental issues—experts tell us how.
AWS Public Sector Blog
AUGUST 30, 2024
This post is part of a series that discusses how generative artificial intelligence (AI) is being used in education. The series includes stories from Amazon Web Services (AWS) customers that are using generative AI to create more personalized and engaging learning experiences. Read the first post in the series: Harnessing the power of generative AI in the classroom and beyond.
NLC (National League of Cities)
AUGUST 29, 2024
Co-authored by Rachel Hirsch, Vice President of Public Partnerships, Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) Over 6 million adult learners (students aged 25 or older) are expected to return to school in the fall of 2024 to complete postsecondary credentials that will enable them to access higher-quality jobs and greater economic mobility.
Speaker: Noratek
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.
American City & Country
AUGUST 27, 2024
City and county governments are often key buyers of landscape equipment and supplies, says Keith McGinty , director of bids and government accounts at SiteOne Landscape Supply , a firm that sells soil maintenance products, irrigation, lighting, nursery products, tools, equipment, safety items and hardscapes in addition to landscape supplies. The company has more than 600 locations throughout the U.S.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 29, 2024
Developing the software talent companies need to grow means thinking in terms of skills rather than roles to navigate this period of uncertainty around talent.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
AUGUST 29, 2024
Improving veterans’ access to health care is a top priority for the Department of Veterans Affairs, which started the Veterans Community Care Program in 2019 to do just that. The program allows veterans to make appointments with local health care.
Open Access Government - Technology News
AUGUST 28, 2024
Following the recent news that Microsoft is unable to guarantee the data sovereignty of UK policing data stored on Azure, some commentators have suggested that a quick move away from Microsoft cloud is probably the only option for government organisations keen to ensure they remain on the right side of UK law The issue came to light following a Freedom of Information request that highlighted Microsoft could not guarantee that sensitive law-enforcement data, hosted on its public cloud infrastruct
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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.
GovLoop
AUGUST 27, 2024
If you consider yourself to be an introvert, you may have at one point come across the misconception that introverts make poor leaders. The truth is, there is a lot of value in tapping into your authentic self and using that as your leadership strength. During the most recent New Supervisors in Government Community of Practice, Susan Schneider, Director of Anhinga Coaching, LLC, offered advice on how to manage more effectively based on your personality.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 28, 2024
Labor markets in the world’s eight largest economies have tightened significantly since 2010, although the character and level of constraint varies among them. Here we offer a detailed portrait of each country’s labor market to illustrate the contrasts and similarities between them.
American City & Country
AUGUST 28, 2024
In my experience working with city governments, I’ve seen firsthand cities like Los Angeles, Chicago, Sacramento, and St. Louis struggle with resource constraints and grapple with the significant challenges cities face in balancing budgets, maintaining public services and managing infrastructure needs. Today’s situation has become increasingly dire for many municipalities that once relied on robust federal funding and a strong market.
AWS Public Sector Blog
AUGUST 26, 2024
Credit unions play a crucial role in communities by providing a diverse range of financial services driven by their members’ needs. These services, supported by core banking applications, form the backbone of credit union operations. Traditionally, credit unions use legacy systems for their core banking applications, such as lending, payments, and deposits.
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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.
Partnership for Public Service
AUGUST 27, 2024
The Partnership for Public Service’s 2024 Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals® —often called the “Sammies”—celebrates exceptional public servants who keep our nation running. This year, we showcased some of our 2024 finalists in the “ Sammies Virtual Series ,” a four-part LinkedIn Live event featuring several Service to America Medals nominees.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 27, 2024
Aidan Gomez, CEO and cofounder of Cohere, discusses its business-only focus, its platform’s ability to securely deploy in any environment, and the challenges companies face in adopting AI.
State Tech Magazine
AUGUST 28, 2024
Hyperconverged infrastructure is popular among state and local government agencies seeking to simplify management of their data centers. About 80% of enterprises in general say they’ve expanded HCI deployments at the edge to help connect disparate tools and technologies. But is this approach a viable cloud alternative? Hyperconverged infrastructure is a software-defined approach that unifies key components, including storage, computing, networking and management.
The Whistle Post
AUGUST 29, 2024
Comcast has awarded a $20,000 grant to support MaturityWorks , a training program run by The WorkPlace in partnership with the State of Vermont’s Mature Worker Program. The grant helps address digital literacy barriers for low-income Vermonters, age 55 and older, who are looking to expand their job skills and re-enter the workforce. The WorkPlace is a nonprofit organization that coordinates regional and state-wide workforce development programs to prepare people for careers while strengthenin
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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.
Grant Consulting Services, LLC
AUGUST 29, 2024
Part V, Section I: Grant Research – Strategies for Success! What do you do if your organization is considering applying for a particular grant and is not sure if the grant would be a good fit? One word: research. Research aims to discover knowledge that will provide the answers needed to move forward with a potential grant application. Researching potential grantmakers is an essential part of the grant development process.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 26, 2024
Sibanye-Stillwater CEO Neal Froneman discusses mining’s critical role in the energy transition and what the industry can do to promote sustainability, now and in the future.
State Tech Magazine
AUGUST 27, 2024
Even within dedicated government conference rooms, setting up a connection between a laptop or a smartphone and a large display can be tricky. Once connected, presenters need to select their input of choice using whatever controls are available. Joining via an agency’s wireless network is also troublesome; that requires a strong signal and an uncongested network, especially for streaming high-resolution content.
Park Leaders
AUGUST 27, 2024
“We need to inspire people, especially young people, with innovation. That is how we can change the world in a positive way. Viktor Meier is the cofounder and CEO of Glice®, a revolutionary company that has developed synthetic ice for a more sustainable ice skating experience. This conversation sheds light on how Glice® rinks are being used globally, from cold climates in Iceland to the sunny beaches of the Maldives, enabling ice skating in places and times previously thought impossible.
Speaker: Noratek
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-
FedTech Magazine
AUGUST 30, 2024
Tribal communities often face significant challenges accessing healthcare due to their remote locations and limited IT infrastructure. Improving internet connectivity in these communities opens the door to both virtual doctor visits and remote patient monitoring, but that costs money. Fortunately, the Federal Communications Commission runs a program offering a 65% rebate on eligible broadband connectivity expenses for rural healthcare providers.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 29, 2024
Our August obituaries also include a media CEO, a neonatal ICU creator, and a corporate cofounder who helped change the face of word processing.
State Tech Magazine
AUGUST 29, 2024
Stealthy, persistent threats that open back doors to targeted systems can be just as dangerous as cyberattacks that pose more immediate risks. These slow-acting hacks rely on malicious scripts uploaded to a web server that permit an attacker to administer or control the server remotely. Web shells are scripts or programs for legitimate web-based system management or administration, but bad actors can use them maliciously to gain persistent access to web servers.
American City & Country
AUGUST 30, 2024
For most fleets, fuel is the No. 1 cost center, and its fluctuating nature can make managing it tricky. According to a recent benchmarking report , fuel costs made up 50 percent of fleets’ budgets on average. With the right tools and techniques, however, fleets can reduce fuel waste, optimize the fuel economy of their assets and reduce fuel expenses.
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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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