McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 1, 2023
Middle managers: they’re beleaguered. Maligned. Miscast. But new research reveals the clear competitive advantage the best middle managers bring—and the vital role they stand to play in the future of work.
Next City
AUGUST 3, 2023
Social historian John Boughton explains how the U.K.’s social housing system changed millions of low- and middle-income people’s lives – and how privatization has crippled its power.
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Professional Grant Writer
AUGUST 1, 2023
Grant writing can be a confusing endeavor, especially for new nonprofits, or even established nonprofits that have simply never gone through the grant. The post How grant writing works appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.
Disaster Zone blog
AUGUST 3, 2023
This is a good government piece of legislation.
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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.
Peak Proposals
AUGUST 1, 2023
When you come across a funding opportunity that looks like it is a good fit, it can be tempting to start work on it immediately, especially if the deadline is only a few weeks away. But jumping into the writing phase without first reading through the solicitation carefully is always risky. Among other things, it can lead you to miss an important deadline: the deadline for submitting questions to the funder about the solicitation.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 4, 2023
New products can help suppress the enzyme that combines hydrogen and CO2 to form methane. Increasing the adoption of these products could significantly reduce the industry’s footprint.
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Open Access Government - Technology News
AUGUST 2, 2023
In 2022, 39% of US internet users made weekly mobile purchases, reflecting the growing trend of consumers using ecommerce apps on phones for online shopping To meet customers’ expectations for a frictionless mobile experience, online merchants can turn to an ecommerce services company to expand their digital offering and develop a mobile ecommerce application.
NLC (National League of Cities)
AUGUST 1, 2023
Extreme heat events have emerged as a pressing threat to our communities, with devastating consequences on public health, local infrastructure and vulnerable populations. It’s a problem facing cities of all sizes from coast to coast. This summer, Phoenix, Arizona, hit 31 straight days of highs reaching 110 degrees.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 1, 2023
Indian banks have shown strength in the recent global banking turmoil. However, times remain uncertain—banks could develop multi-dimensional resilience capabilities to thrive in the future.
FedTech Magazine
AUGUST 3, 2023
Federal agencies are increasingly moving their mission-critical systems and solutions to the the cloud: More than 65 percent report that some or all of their data is in the cloud, and the percentage is rising every year. While the cloud can provide cost-effectiveness, scalability and agility, agencies must take steps to ensure their data and applications will be readily available in the event of a disaster.
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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.
Grant Training Center
JULY 31, 2023
The NIH closely scrutinizes the Data Management Plan (DMP) as a fundamental part of the grant application, for it demonstrates how data will be handled and generated during the research project. A well-crafted DMP reveals that the researcher has considered the full life cycle of the research data and is committed to sharing valuable resources with the scientific community, which enhances the impact and reproducibility of the research.
State Tech Magazine
JULY 31, 2023
In June 2022, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul appointed Colin Ahern as the first chief cyber officer for the state. Previously, the governor established the state’s first Joint Security Operations Center and based it in Brooklyn. As chief cyber officer, Ahern manages cybersecurity threat assessment, mitigation and response for the state and across the interagency government enterprise.
Center for Community Progress
JULY 31, 2023
It’s frustrating to look at your neighborhood and know that something is missing. Unfortunately, this disappointment is all too familiar in communities that have watched major industries leave, their populations shrink, and homes and storefronts become and stay abandoned. But far from throwing in the towel, intrepid artists and resident leaders are finding ways to fill the gaps in their communities.
FedTech Magazine
AUGUST 1, 2023
Federal agencies’ interest in Backup as a Service has grown with the recognition that they need to recover quickly from ransomware attacks, which have increased over the past two years. Once considered a state and local government and critical infrastructure problem, ransomware is giving federal cybersecurity professionals greater cause for fear following a Russian-backed Cl0p ransomware gang’s breach of the Department of Energy and several other agencies.
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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
JULY 31, 2023
Every day stress: All of us experience it, but top performers manage it differently. Rob Cross talks about the ways small strains and nuisances accumulate to thwart well-being and productivity—and what to do about it.
AWS Public Sector Blog
AUGUST 4, 2023
Pathologists use the frozen section procedure to help analyze biopsied tissue. Frozen section traditionally relies exclusively on microscopy for tissue biopsy visualization. However, this poses significant problems with information sharing and data storage because microscopy slides are fragile, and the dye used to visualize the cell structure fades over time.
Open Access Government - Technology News
AUGUST 1, 2023
The UK government launches a £40 million fund to drive local digital advancements and maximise 5G benefits across various sectors This significant step towards unleashing the potential of 5G technology by introducing a £40 million fund. This fund of many, by the UK government aims to stimulate local digital revolutions and capitalise on the benefits of 5G connectivity nationwide in Britain.
FedTech Magazine
JULY 31, 2023
In 2023, the admonition to back up your data might seem as obvious as being told to lock your door or fasten your seatbelt. But a recent Veeam study found an astonishing 34 percent of IT leaders felt their cloud-hosted files were “durable” and didn't need to be backed up. While the cloud is well designed and resilient, it’s a fact that cloud providers usually shift the burden of data backups to customers that use their 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.
GovLoop
AUGUST 3, 2023
As soon as agencies started thinking in terms of enterprise-level data initiatives, their existing data solutions became legacy systems. Let’s say an agency’s security operations center wants to use analytics to improve its ability to detect and respond to threats throughout its environment. The problem is the necessary data is scattered across the organization and stored in siloed systems both on premises and in the cloud or, more likely, in a multi-cloud environment.
State Tech Magazine
AUGUST 1, 2023
Customer satisfaction and government haven’t always gone hand in hand. Today, however, state and local governments are determined to provide citizens with the same level of service they expect from their banks, internet providers or doctor’s offices. In the private sector, focusing on customer service makes obvious sense. After all, if one store or manufacturer fails to meet consumers’ expectations, their competitors will happily take their business.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 3, 2023
Zeynep Ton, president of the Good Jobs Institute, highlights an operating model that improves customer and employee retention, fosters resilience, and drives purpose.
DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services
AUGUST 4, 2023
Collaboration is one of those words that gets thrown around a lot, especially in the grant world. We all like to think we collaborate with our fellow nonprofits, local governments, and other neighbors, but do we really? True collaboration, simply put, is so much more than support. It brings knowledge, money, staff, and resources to bear for the mutual benefit of two or more organizations.
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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.
GovLoop
AUGUST 1, 2023
In today’s world, organizations weighed down by legacy IT have trouble adapting, and one of the most significant measures of an agency’s flexibility is how much it relies on the cloud. But whether an agency goes all in for XaaS or tries more limited cloud services, pivoting to cloud technology requires a management strategy that sees years down the road.
Super Library Marketing
JULY 31, 2023
Photo courtesy Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library My co-worker Yaika recently returned from StokerCon with an amazing library marketing story. Yaika was on a panel. The organizers of the panel brought about 700 Advanced Reader copies, or ARCs, to the session. An ARC is a version of a book that is made available before the official publication date.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
AUGUST 1, 2023
Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.
Disaster Planning and Emergency Management
AUGUST 3, 2023
Print 0 46 false false false EN-GB X-NONE AR-SA At the time of writing this, the UK Government has just released the 2023 edition of the National Risk Register (NRR, HM Government 2023). This document was first published in 2008 and has been updated (somewhat irregularly) at roughly two-year intervals. The new version presents 89 major hazards and threats that could potentially disrupt life in the United Kingdom and possibly cause casualties and damage.
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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-
Google Public Sector
JULY 31, 2023
Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to join public sector leaders to discuss a topic that is top of mind for everyone – generative AI. At our Generative AI Live + Labs event in Washington DC , we shared how this technology is already revolutionizing our lives in how we live and work. In government, this technology will help agencies accelerate mission outcomes and deliver services in entirely new ways.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
AUGUST 1, 2023
Millions of teachers and non-profit workers save for retirement using 403(b) retirement accounts. But these accounts can sometimes be subject to excessive fees and limited oversight that could impact the amount retirees ultimately receive. Today’s.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JULY 31, 2023
Designing a strategy that is robust under a range of future scenarios can help energy and materials companies create value in volatile times.
Disaster Zone blog
AUGUST 2, 2023
Things are going to go from bad to worse with disasters.
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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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