State Tech Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2023

A recent survey by the Public Technology Institute found that artificial intelligence is second only to automation as the technology that state and local government IT leaders are most interested in adopting. Just because it’s on their radar, however, doesn’t mean that most state and local agencies have started to implement AI.

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American City & Country

AUGUST 21, 2024

“It’s important to note that local governments have developed a reputation over the years for having lackluster cybersecurity; and not without good reason. Boateng lists the following IT weaknesses that are sometimes found in local government technology departments: Weak authentication.

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GovPilot

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The successful operation of local governments is dependent on the cooperation of many different facets and departments , all of which likely hire independently from each other. Many local government departments have workers who have held their positions for years, and sometimes the entirety of their career.

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GovPilot

MARCH 4, 2024

Local government officials are invaluable when it comes to ensuring their community is run in an organized, efficient, and positive manner, proving to be indispensable for several reasons.

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American City & Country

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

If a local government wants to re-do its IT setup, its leaders should collaborate with knowledgeable teammates, says Matt Sprague , industry strategy director, local government at Trimble , a U.S.-based He says local government managers should ask what training the technology provider offers.

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Government Technology Insider

APRIL 10, 2024

For most local governments this is a hard ask because they have small budgets, limited resources, and lean IT teams.” To ameliorate what, on the surface, looks like a no-win situation for local government IT teams, Wiri suggests looking to implement low-code, automated testing solutions.

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Social Pinpoint

APRIL 11, 2023

An effective community engagement strategy helps local governments to make more informed decisions. In local government, it should provide individuals, stakeholders, and community groups the opportunity to understand and contribute to projects and policies. So, how can local governments get community engagement right?

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GovPilot

APRIL 3, 2023

The use of digital technology has become a critical aspect of modern public workplaces; allowing local governments to accomplish tasks and goals more efficiently than ever before. Yet, without the proper tech talent, implementing and managing government tech across departments can be close to impossible.

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GovPilot

JANUARY 24, 2024

However, local governments wield significant influence over the perspectives and even the behaviors of community members. Implementing measures to promote eco-friendliness at the community level can create a ripple effect which results in meaningful impacts for constituents and the entire ecosystem of the community.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 21, 2023

The EECBG is designed to assist states, local governments and tribes in planning and implementing programs and policies to reduce energy use, reduce fossil fuel emissions […] Source

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State Tech Magazine

APRIL 11, 2023

State and local governments take cybersecurity seriously. If breaches are virtually inevitable, the best way to reduce their impact and cost is with an incident response (IR) plan and a team trained to implement it. But sometimes, even the best defenses fail in the face of increasingly innovative bad actors.

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State Tech Magazine

APRIL 12, 2023

Given its importance, state and local governments would benefit from modernizing their facilities management practices to optimize efficiency. In today’s environment, agencies might wonder how government building operators can modernize.

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American City & Country

AUGUST 22, 2024

For state and local government leaders, technology modernization projects are often viewed as monumental undertakings characterized by complexity and uncertainty.

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GovPilot

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Not only does data give local governments insight into the communities that they serve, but it also can be used to measure the effectiveness of previously implemented strategies in order to develop new, more proficient strategies. In today's technologically driven world, data is a vital commodity.

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American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Because of the urgent need for decarbonization and reducing climate change, local government fleet managers are facing several major trends. Many local governments across the country have set ambitious climate targets, recognizing the substantial contribution of their vehicle fleets to their overall carbon footprint.

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Social Pinpoint

MARCH 14, 2019

When Participatory Budgeting is taken seriously and is based on mutual trust, local governments and citizens can both benefit, but where do you start? The post Participatory Budgeting – What is it and How Can We Implement it? appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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Government Technology Insider

JUNE 13, 2024

State and local government agencies quickly have begun to include artificial intelligence (AI) and generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in IT modernization plans. Adopt a value chain-based approach There are two main approaches to AI implementations: horizontal scaling and value chain scaling. Download the Study 1.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

State and local government organizations have faced numerous threats, from man-made and climate-related risks to third-party breaches and incidents. Implement robust monitoring and alerting systems for both on premises and AWS environments. Conduct continuous analysis through threat hunting and monitoring.

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GovPilot

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

It is the duty of the local government to assess the needs of the community, which includes organizing and implementing community safety strategies across the board.

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Google Public Sector

AUGUST 29, 2022

While the digitization of government services and operations has helped enhance the constituent experience, it has also increased the cyber threat surface for governments of all sizes. In 2020, 79 ransomware attacks hit government organizations, amounting to nearly $19 billion in downtime and recovery costs 1.

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Center for Community Progress

JULY 26, 2024

Land banks often assume responsibility for properties that slide into tax foreclosure or are unwanted by both the private market and the local government. This pilot is now part of a suite of strategies that the Land Bank Authority is implementing with partners to help other heirs reclaim family properties.

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GovPilot

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Local governments play a crucial and multifaceted role in promoting healthy communities , serving as the frontline of public health and well-being through municipal and health services.

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GovLoop

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

In today’s threat environment, where ransomware and other attacks aim to steal and exploit user credentials, a focus on identity “is the first step in securing state and local systems,” said James Imanian, Senior Director, U.S. Yet many state and local IT teams struggle to implement strong identity controls.

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American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The firm offers solutions for cities , other governments and corrections. Local governments face issues that range from balancing public safety and individual privacy rights to managing vast amounts of data securely and efficiently. Prioritize stakeholder engagement, including community input.

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Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

While the response to Hurricane Helene continues, local governments are looking ahead to the long road to recovery. This post describes the legal authority and practical considerations for local governments seeking to serve in the role of financial bridge. Detailed legal analysis of each point follows after the summary.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 11, 2023

While setting a target is a critical first step, the next step is prioritizing and implementing energy projects to meet their goals efficiently. Hundreds of cities across the United States have announced 100 percent renewable energy or carbon-neutrality goals.

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Microsoft Public Sector

MAY 2, 2023

Designing and implementing a hybrid work model in the public sector comes with added nuances such as security and privacy concerns, limited technology resources, cultural changes, managing employee performance, and compliance with regulations.

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Government Technology Insider

JANUARY 4, 2023

While all levels of government – federal, state, and local – are affected, local government agencies are often the hardest hit due to a lack of staffing and resources for robust cyber defenses. Like any new security approach, implementing whole-of-state security requires a cultural shift.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

APRIL 8, 2024

Leaders across higher education can use this tool to develop a shared understanding of the strategic and tactical considerations necessary to ensure that generative AI is implemented safely and securely at their institutions.

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American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

have implemented online payment systems, which are essential for providing convenience and accessibility to taxpayers. Governments with outdated systems may find it challenging to implement such changes efficiently, exacerbating financial strains. The transition to modern systems requires careful planning and implementation.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

APRIL 13, 2023

State and local government (SLG) agencies now have procurement questions to ask and decisions to make to maximize governance and security, simplify vendor management, and accelerate the overall process within a heavily regulated procurement environment.

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American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Go to the following link for information on Nintex’s work with governments. One of the most important factors for local governments to consider before purchasing any new technology is how quickly and effectively it can be integrated into an organization’s existing tech stack without disrupting day-to-day operations.

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GCN

APRIL 25, 2023

According to a recent roadmap, NIST is looking to issue guidance on how federal, state and local governments can offer attribute validation services.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

OCTOBER 17, 2022

But with more of us joining cycle lanes, local authorities have had to invest in ways to make our cities and towns more cycle friendly and implement traffic monitoring solutions to aid this growth. With this, they can effectively plan, implement and monitor current and future schemes. Harnessing data to assess impact.

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State Tech Magazine

MAY 8, 2024

State and local governments may deploy devices such as PCs and smartphones as part of an approach called Device as a Service. In the past, organizations, including state and local agencies, focused on BYOD policies rather than issuing phones and tablets themselves. DaaS is a…

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GovLoop

MAY 19, 2023

In March 2022, the FBI issued a warning that ransomware attacks were straining local governments and public services. Nationwide, numerous city and county offices, police departments, schools, and other local agencies had reported suffering data breaches and service disruptions. This was not news.

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State Tech Magazine

MARCH 13, 2024

Many state and local governments were already supporting teleworking programs to some degree before the pandemic, especially in large states where both state and local government agencies (and those who work for them) needed to venture outside of their main offices to reach remote constituents.

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