GovLoop
JUNE 28, 2023
The idea of a faceless government bureaucrat seems like a permanent fixture in the American imagination. And yet it’s so wrong. I’ve been covering the government beat for 30 years, writing about the technologies, programs and policies that serve as the cogs and gears of government. Along the way, I’ve learned one important lesson: What makes government work, in fact, are the so-called faceless bureaucrats.
Next City
JUNE 26, 2023
Massena residents fought the local utility to bring their electric grid under public control. Forty years later, they say it’s still paying off.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 27, 2023
A McKinsey study shows that software developers can complete coding tasks up to twice as fast with generative AI. Four actions can maximize productivity and minimize risks.
Disaster Zone blog
JUNE 26, 2023
Can you tell what is real and what isn't?
Speaker: Noratek
Maintaining municipal operations is no small task, especially when budgets are tight and public expectations are high. In this webinar, we’ll explore how local governments can streamline their maintenance operations while ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. What You’ll Gain: Proven strategies for effective inspection management Insight into leveraging digital tools Practical tips for addressing common maintenance challenges Examples of municipalities that have achieved success.
NLC (National League of Cities)
JUNE 29, 2023
As local leaders look to increase the economic mobility of their residents and reduce poverty in their communities, a key emerging area to address is transportation.
Next City
JUNE 28, 2023
In New York’s third-largest city, locals are sick of skyrocketing bills and dirty fuel sources. They’re fighting against long odds for the public to own the grid.
Public Administration Today brings together the best content for professionals in the public administration field from the widest variety of thought leaders.
Disaster Zone blog
JUNE 28, 2023
It is up to us to improve the composition of our workforce.
Open Access Government - Technology News
JUNE 30, 2023
Ian Newbury, Business Development Director at BT Wholesale, describes how small cells can support greener and more sustainable technology infrastructure and facilitate a better digital future for everyone Speak to anyone working in the sector today, and it is clear that promoting digital inclusion and achieving a decarbonised future are among the key aims of most local authorities.
FedTech Magazine
JUNE 30, 2023
Recent discussions around ChatGPT, and generative artificial intelligence more broadly, are improving federal officials’ understanding that AI isn’t simply programmed analytics running queries against databases. AI encompasses machines programmed to simulate human intelligence and learn. This includes machine learning (ML), deep learning and neural networks requiring vast computing power and many iterations.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 26, 2023
During tough times, marketing is often the first to be trimmed, but that’s a shortsighted approach. Instead, companies can invest in marketing as a key to long-term growth.
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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.
Disaster Zone blog
JUNE 29, 2023
Systems are going to be stressed — repeatedly.
zencity
JUNE 28, 2023
At the ICMA Local Government Reimagined Conference in Long Beach, California, Zencity hosted a roundtable discussion with several attendees to discuss the concept of trust between local government and its community. As a result of the conversation, I have been reconciling several thoughts centered around trust; specifically, as a local government manager, do you build, earn or empower trust?
FedTech Magazine
JUNE 27, 2023
During the final round of the annual President’s Cup Cybersecurity Competition in December 2022, competing teams had to find their way out of virtual escape rooms by solving various cyber challenges. In one, they received USB fobs with keys that unlocked hidden files. “There were clues there to look in your system’s memory, and then get a four-digit PIN code to get out of the first room,” explains Rob Karas, assessments branch chief for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, which
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 27, 2023
Sustainable farming is necessary for decarbonization. But to get the world to net zero, the agriculture sector must take action along the entire value chain.
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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.
Disaster Zone blog
JUNE 26, 2023
Strong men/dictators don’t like to show weakness.
GovLoop
JUNE 30, 2023
Challenge: An Expanding Attack Surface Cloud environments and the introduction of automation and Internet of Things (IoT) devices have greatly expanded the attack surface. “There are a lot of points of entry now,” said Raghurama Pantula, Director of Information Security for Karsun Solutions, a modernization company that applies innovative approaches to help achieve agency missions.
Microsoft Public Sector
JUNE 27, 2023
The Microsoft Teams Product Group is excited to introduce Teams Premium for Government Community Cloud (GCC). On Wednesday, July 19 th 10:00 AM PST |1 PM EST , Teams engineers will walk you through the details of the new Teams Premium SKU. We'll share details about which Teams Premium features (Intelligent Meetings, Protected Meetings, Personalized Meetings) are now generally available for our GCC Customers and when we plan to launch additional features (Advanced Virtual Meetings, Advanced Webin
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 28, 2023
Despite meaningful progress, achieving workplace equity has proved challenging. Addressing intersectional communities—such as Black, Bangladeshi, and Pakistani women—could yield far-reaching benefits.
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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.
Disaster Zone blog
JUNE 26, 2023
This just in.
NLC (National League of Cities)
JUNE 30, 2023
During the pandemic, as schools nationwide grappled with the challenges of remote learning, social isolation, and disrupted routines, many students fell through the cracks and became disengaged from school. Today, with pandemic-related school closures and virtual learning largely in the past, many anticipated a quick return to “normalcy” in schools.
FedTech Magazine
JUNE 29, 2023
Modern software development is incredibly complex for federal technology managers, with products typically built from many different components from a variety of global software supply chain sources. The intricacy of this development process will only increase as more advanced software is continually released for ever more powerful enterprise systems and demanding new use cases.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 27, 2023
PepsiCo chief design officer Mauro Porcini describes how humanity and authenticity drive innovation, and the ‘unicorn’ superpowers vital to leading from the heart.
Advertiser: Noratek
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
Disaster Zone blog
JUNE 26, 2023
A good and challenging position.
Google Public Sector
JUNE 27, 2023
We face a concerning shortage of cybersecurity professionals. Worldwide, an estimated 3.4 million more cybersecurity experts are needed, with more than 700,000 required in the U.S. alone. The skills gap is even more alarming given the more than 41% increase in the number of cybercrime victims between 2021 and 2022. Cybrary is working to address these challenges.
Homeroom
JUNE 28, 2023
By: David Greenberg & Dr. Linh Dang The challenges we face in today’s education landscape rarely have simple policy solutions. The youth mental health crisis, insufficient community and family engagement, and lack of access to early childhood learning are only a handful of the complex issues that require innovative strategies that extend beyond the school Continue Reading The post Community Schools: Fostering Innovation and Transformation appeared first on ED.gov Blog.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 26, 2023
New research shows that having more top-performing middle managers leads to much better financial outcomes. Here are five actions that can set managers and their organizations up for success.
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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.
Disaster Zone blog
JUNE 26, 2023
It is raining more and flooding more properties.
GCN
JUNE 30, 2023
All over the country, states are looking for ways to reverse the trend, often relying on new technology to do so.
NLC (National League of Cities)
JUNE 28, 2023
Arts education can be a powerful tool for youth and community development. By using art as a vehicle, cities have been able to encourage social connection, incorporate youth voices into community-wide conversations, and help young people develop their identities.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 26, 2023
Generation Z is coming into its own. Savvy companies will consider what differentiates these 13- to 27-year-olds—in the workplace and as consumers.
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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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