AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 26, 2024

The right cloud technology leads to more sustainable IT and business operations. As a foundation for innovation, the cloud supports the delivery of sustainable products, services, and business models, and gives organizations the opportunity to transform themselves with sustainability at the core of their operation.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

As part of the Amazon Sustainability Data Initiative (ASDI) , Amazon Web Services (AWS) invited Seán Lynch, the founder of OpenLitterMap , to share how AWS technologies and open data are helping to solve global challenges like biodiversity loss and plastic pollution with citizen science.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

When moving from on-premises to AWS in 2017, PNNL designed the Aether framework to embrace AWS-managed services and serverless technologies wherever possible, largely bypassing a lift-and-shift migration. Access to those APIs is controlled through Amazon Cognito , which manages user identity and access at high granularity.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JANUARY 31, 2023

In 2023, the AWS Space Accelerator will call on teams and resources across Amazon to help emerging startups focus on cloud-powered solutions that support the use of space as a sustainable and usable environment for years to come, as well as solutions that positively impact life on Earth.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2023

In the government sector , digital twins can be particularly useful in optimizing the performance of essential infrastructure, such as transportation networks, power grids, and water systems. Besides traffic management, digital twins can also be used in other areas of government operations, such as asset management and emergency response.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2022

In tandem, existing infrastructure such as the local marina, the energy grid, and water management systems will be upgraded through internet of things (IoT) solutions and smart infrastructure management systems. Smart solutions deliver sustainable local economic development through the optimal use of local resources.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Learn about the startups and the problems they aim to solve: 10-8 Systems Mission Viejo, CA 10-8 Systems offers advanced, cloud-native computer aided dispatch (CAD) and records management software (RMS) for law enforcement, emergency services, fire, and private security. Austin, TX Revir Technologies, Inc.,

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AWS Public Sector Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Nonprofit organizations (NPOs) and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) focusing on sustainability are dedicated to fostering a healthy environment, preserving our planet, and providing a livable future for upcoming generations. This research is essential in informing policy and guiding action towards sustainability.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JANUARY 26, 2024

They need sustainable solutions to address affordability. When medical records and administration are securely managed via the cloud, practitioners may collaborate on or redirect care more simply. These provide easy access to health information—such as My Aged Care in Australia or Manage My Health in New Zealand.

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Partnership for Public Service

JANUARY 22, 2025

Whether at the federal, state or local level, public sector organizations face unique challenges, including navigating changing political environments and priorities , managing limited resources and addressing diverse stakeholder needs.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Ruvos led the migration of AIMS to AWS, unlocking significant benefits for public health decision-makers by delivering essential data in real-time and ultimately posturing the platform to absorb the massive data surge during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Google Public Sector

APRIL 9, 2024

Google Public Sector is dedicated to empowering digital transformation across the public sector. Air Force Rapid Sustainment Office (RSO) is using Google Cloud technology for aircraft maintenance. Air Force is using Vertex AI to overhaul their manual processes ; and the U.S.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 29, 2023

Entrepreneurs, when provided with the right tools and resources, can solve many of the world’s most pressing issues,” said Dan Barker, managing director of the Halcyon Incubator. “We We look forward to helping the next wave of leaders utilize AWS and our community of experts to drive meaningful change for vulnerable populations.”

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AWS Public Sector Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2022

The public now has access to the data at no cost through Risk Factor TM , an online tool that makes it simple to learn about climate-driven risk from wildfire, flood, and heat. Discover more about AWS Promotional Credit for sustainability research here. Managing the world’s natural resources with earth observation.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Thanks to Amazon Connects streamlined data-management capabilities, agents no longer had to waste valuable time searching through old records and manually typing in information. Connect enables us to better manage our telephone call volumes and save students time and energy. with scalable contact center solutions

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Google Public Sector

OCTOBER 3, 2024

And we're proud to showcase inspiring examples from the public sector, highlighting how organizations are leveraging generative AI to drive transformative change. Bringing the best of AI and security to the public sector We continue to demonstrate our commitment to pushing the boundaries of AI and security.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 16, 2023

Tax agencies that operate their tax workloads on top of server-based operating systems such as Windows can decouple migration from modernization, allowing them to move fast, manage risk, and realize certain benefits of the cloud more quickly. Find more information about features and capabilities in AWS Managed Services documentation.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 15, 2023

In 2022, Amazon Web Services (AWS) launched the Amazon Sustainability Data Initiative (ASDI) Global Hackathon , part of a new collaboration with the International Research Centre in Artificial Intelligence, under the auspices of UNESCO. ASDI: Jeff, tell us about your background and project. ASDI: Who are you aiming to help with this project?

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AWS Public Sector Blog

APRIL 18, 2023

These startups are developing inspiring and innovative solutions that address various challenges associated with space sustainability. With several diverse applications across the space domain, the company’s long-term goal is to build a cislunar logistics network for sustainable space operations.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2022

This is a guest post by Franz Loewenherz, the mobility planning and solutions manager for the City of Bellevue, Washington. The Working Backwards process is gaining traction among outcome-focused public sector organizations tackling problems ranging from gun violence to cyclist and pedestrian road safety.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JULY 26, 2022

Amazon Simple Queue Service (Amazon SQS): Fully managed message queues for microservices, distributed systems, and serverless applications. Learn more about how AWS supports justice and public safety customers. Climate Next: How sustainability champions around the world use cloud-powered tech to fight climate change.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 17, 2023

This is a guest post by Rikesh Shah, outgoing head of open innovation at Transport for London, on behalf of the AWS Institute from Amazon Web Services (AWS), a thought leadership and executive education program to accelerate digital transformation for public sector executives.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

AUGUST 8, 2023

It’s a potentially huge blindspot for curtailing emissions, and the public sector needs to hold the tech industry more accountable for emissions produced by the infrastructure used to deploy software. Computing’s environmental impact on our planet That developer’s laptop doesn’t operate in a vacuum.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

MAY 24, 2024

Tech-driven efficiencies make operations more sustainable MAG is committed to a sustainable future for all airport stakeholders. Technology is a big enabler of efficiency and sustainability, particularly when used for automation. This will recognize images at above-human levels of accuracy to manage MAG’s real-time operations.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JANUARY 27, 2023

To delight our members and sustain our growth, we knew we needed to modernize to distinguish Columbia CU as a premier service provider within the industry. Importantly, AWS technology reduces undifferentiated tasks of managing infrastructure for our IT staff, which frees them up to innovate on behalf of our members.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Jacaranda Health , a Kenya-based nonprofit organization, is on a mission to end preventable maternal and newborn deaths by deploying low-cost, sustainable solutions that improve the quality of care in government health systems. But many mothers don’t have the right information to make informed choices about where to seek care, and when.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Agencies use asset management software and services to monitor, maintain, and control these types of operational assets and equipment. Asset management software can help agencies optimize the quality and utilization of assets throughout their lifecycle, increase productive uptime, and reduce operational costs.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JUNE 24, 2024

Governments encourage public sector organizations, businesses, and citizens to embrace digital technologies and practices through a range of incentives. These incentives standardize processes and motivate behaviors that achieve the objectives of these initiatives in a way that can be sustained over time.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

According to the National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), as of October 11, 2022, the US has sustained 15 weather/climate disaster events, with losses exceeding $1 billion each, the deaths of 342 people, and significant economic effects on the areas impacted.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

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AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Understanding the multidisciplinary dream team’s needs Sunswift Racing is a team of innovators based in Sydney, Australia that set out to redefine the future of sustainable transportation by developing solar vehicle technologies. The team bundled its code into a Docker image, which is securely stored in the AWS Cloud.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

New public sector obstacles develop and old ones can evolve over time without regard to agency missions. Seven steps to achieve composability in government services Digital transformation is essential for governments to adapt, thrive, and survive against challenges like sustainability, aging populations, and social service delivery.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 11, 2025

Best practices from research IT leaders Achieving an effective and sustainable hybrid cloud model doesnt happen overnight. Institutions need to invest in change management to see results. However, this flexibility requires careful cost management. One effective strategy is showcasing cloud success stories from other researchers.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JULY 16, 2024

In alignment with Singapore’s ambitious sustainability objectives , the Land Transport Authority (LTA) of Singapore is intensifying its efforts to spur the adoption of electric vehicles. Additional security measures include AWS Secrets Manager for housing credentials and AWS Certificate Manager for SSL certificates.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JANUARY 9, 2024

enlightenAI San Francisco, CA Enlighten AI is creating an AI-powered personalized teacher’s assistant designed to enhance educators’ impact while making their work more sustainable, including grading and giving feedback. OneRange New York, NY OneRange is helping companies to automate the management of individualized learning budgets.

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Google Public Sector

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

The first is a part of Presidential Policy Directive 40 , which advocates that critical services are sustained in the event of an emergency—such as a natural disaster, a pandemic like COVID-19, or a major cybersecurity or ransomware attack—every U.S. government agency is expected to have a Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) in place.

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American City & Country

AUGUST 16, 2024

According to a 2024 survey by public sector HR management company, NEOGOV , which explored the effects of the ongoing hiring crisis on the public sector, 33% of agencies report impacts to service. Public sector agencies are often forced to adapt private sector technologies, despite their unique needs.

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