Next City’s 2024 Gift Guide for City Lovers
Next City
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Our annual recommendations for gifts that will spark action and support the hearts, hands and minds pushing our cities forward.
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Agencies Need Data Backup and Recovery to Combat Increasingly Complex Ransomware
FedTech Magazine
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Agencies must prepare for potential breaches with a cyber resilience plan to leverage robust data backup and recovery strategies, which enable speedy restoration of systems and data. These strategies reduce the impact of breaches when they include immutable snapshots that allow agencies to restore clean versions of their systems, minimize disruption and ensure continued mission effectiveness.
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New survey: Public sector poised for generative AI revolution
AWS Public Sector Blog
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Amazon Web Services (AWS) , in partnership with Market Connections , is excited to announce the results of a recent study on how public sector leaders are approaching the adoption of generative artificial intelligence (AI). The survey asked 839 IT decision-makers in US government, education, healthcare, and nonprofit organizations about how their organizations envision incorporating generative AI into their unique missions.
A proactive approach to navigating geopolitics is essential to thrive
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Business leaders must go beyond mitigating geopolitical risks to seizing the opportunities presented by the new world order. Here’s how.
How Breckenridge, CO Ensures Tax & Licensing Compliance
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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.
When they search for new staffers, cities and counties should cast a wide net and recruit globally
American City & Country
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
State and local governments employed 20.5 million as of October 2024, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Among those workers, there was an increase in the number who quit (about 22,000) in September, the BLS reported. Job openings in September 2024 in state and local governments in the U.S. totaled 703,000, says the BLS. So, if local governments need to hire qualified workers to replace those leaving, where can they turn to when recruiting?
The Dawn of AIoE: Artificial Intelligence of Everything
State Tech Magazine
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Cisco coined the term Internet of Everything in 2013 and later expanded it to the Internet of Things. While IoT focuses on the connectivity between devices, IoE encompasses a broader scope, including devices, people, processes and data — all interconnected to create more intelligent and responsive systems. A decade later, embracing the term Artificial Intelligence of Everything, or AIoE, seems appropriate, a significant evolutionary phenomenon.
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Can FEMA and Flood Insurance Keep Up with the Rising Tide of Risks?
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
A busy and destructive hurricane season will soon come to a close. But months and even years may pass before homeowners across the Southeast are able to fully rebuild and recover from this year’s major flood damage—including that caused by Hurricane.
Announcing the Generative AI for Geospatial Challenge, which awards $1M in AWS credits to innovators
AWS Public Sector Blog
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
The Taylor Geospatial Institute (TGI) and Amazon Web Services (AWS) are joining forces to accelerate geospatial data breakthroughs powered by generative artificial intelligence (AI). Through the Generative AI for Geospatial Challenge , they aim to inspire and nurture groundbreaking solutions coming from the convergence of geospatial data, cloud computing, and AI models.
Harnessing AI to reshape consumer experiences in healthcare
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
AI-powered solutions can unlock insights from previously inaccessible data and enable consumer engagement and personalization at an unprecedented scale, in turn lifting healthcare business outcomes.
Ransomware presents a growing threat to vulnerable local governments
American City & Country
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
In the past, cities and counties were not a prime target for ransomware attacks, says Rahul Mahna , a partner who leads the Outsourced IT Services team at Eisner Advisory Group LLC. The company is a licensed independent CPA firm providing tax and business consulting services to their clients, which includes governments. Mahna has more than 20 years of experience in cybersecurity and information technology.
Overcoming Operational Challenges in Parks & Recreation
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.
Why Many Government Agencies Depend on the Cloud for AI
State Tech Magazine
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
When it comes to innovative and emerging technology, everyone’s talking about artificial intelligence. There is palpable excitement around the efficiency and cost savings that many government IT leaders predict as a result of AI adoption. But there’s also a sense of uncertainty as many organizations struggle to identify best practices for full implementation.
DoDIIS 2024: The IC’s Data Reference Architecture Is Coming Soon
FedTech Magazine
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The Intelligence Community just signed and will soon release a data reference architecture intended to help its 18 elements connect siloed data across their distributed ecosystem, according to Chief Data Officer Lori Wade. A data and artificial intelligence (AI) summit slated for January will kick off the IC’s efforts to implement the reference architecture, which will involve stress testing it with mission sprints alongside partners such as the Five Eyes intelligence alliance, Wade said.
Realizing AI's Full Potential where Workforce, Security, & Collaboration Matter
Google Public Sector
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
AI is rapidly reshaping the public sector, ushering in a new era of intelligent and AI-powered service delivery and mission impact. Chief AI Officers (CAIOs) and other agency leaders play a critical role as AI becomes more pervasive. At Google, we've long believed that AI is a foundational and transformational technology, with the potential to benefit people and society.
Implementing a unified search platform for educational content on Amazon OpenSearch Service
AWS Public Sector Blog
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
This post discusses how Amazon Web Services (AWS) can help you set up a unified search platform for educational content using Amazon OpenSearch Service. Amazon OpenSearch Service is a managed service that makes it easy to deploy, operate, and scale OpenSearch clusters in the AWS Cloud. With digital learning becoming increasingly popular, managing a vast amount of educational data can be challenging.
Empower Digital Government: Strategic Workbook for Modern Transformation
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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.
Global Insurance Report 2025: Growth and relevance in life and beyond
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
There are bright spots for growth in global life, retirement, and health insurance. But to combat stagnant demand, the industry needs to find new sources of growth beyond its core products.
Harnessing data for safer communities
American City & Country
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
When ranking the most significant developments of the digital age, the evolution of data storage does not garner many glamour points. Yet few innovations have had such a profound impact on the ability to develop new technologies and perform tasks previously unimaginable. The ability to gather, store and analyze almost unlimited amounts of data has transformed almost every aspect of society, including law enforcement.
A Decade of Improvement at the Dept. of Veterans Affairs
GovLoop
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Ten years ago, when the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) became one of the first agencies to elevate customer experience (CX) to top priority, leaders created a path toward better serving veterans and their families through improved communications, easier access to information and a focus on restoring veterans’ trust in the agency. In doing so, it also created a path for other agencies to improve the experiences of their own customers.
How a Library Director’s Secret Strategy Transformed Community Outreach
Super Library Marketing
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Photo courtesy Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library Amanda Weakley was pursuing a master’s degree in English when a comment from a professor changed the course of her career. “I took an elective in Library Science,” recalls Amanda. “The class went well, and the professor commented that I would be a great librarian. Shortly after that, I noticed a vacancy at a local library and applied.
7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities
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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.
Nonprofit Funding in 2025: Preparing for Shifts Under a New Federal Administration
Grants4Good
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
As we approach 2025 and the anticipated changes that a new federal administration will bring, nonprofit leaders, grant writers, and fundraisers must be proactive to safeguard and sustain their funding sources. While we cannot predict exactly what will happen, we do know that preparation is critical. In the face of such uncertainty, it is more important now, than ever, to be as strategic and organized as possible.
NHS England Endorses Framespan, the Framework Platform
Open Access Government - Technology News
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Greg Jackson, Sales Manager at Framespan, discusses the recent endorsement of Framespan by NHS England and its role in supporting the commercial strategy of the NHS and wider public sector NHS England has endorsed Framespan, a platform developed alongside NHSE’s core values, allowing commercial best practice and governance using cutting edge technology that enables collaboration.
Key considerations for CEOs in the oil and gas sector
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The oil and gas industry has recently seen strong financial performance and is refocusing on its core, but it still needs to find answers to drive growth post-2030.
A trusted technology partner can help cities and counties achieve their digital vision
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 software and hardware firm that provides services and a variety of technologies. “If a city or county is starting from scratch on their vision or plan for digital transformation , then we recommend identifying a trusted partner who can help guide the development of the vision.
ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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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.
Now that the Election is Over, Here are Some of the Major Issues Facing the Nation and Next Congress
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Yesterday, Americans voted for members of the 119th Congress and a new president. Representatives and senators will be sworn in on Friday, January 3. As they take office, our nation faces many significant challenges—including those that threaten.
New Metrics Cheat Sheet Takes Guesswork out of Every Library Promotion!
Super Library Marketing
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Watch this video now #LibraryMarketing Show, episode 267 If you have ever wondered what metrics to track for your library marketing… wonder no longer! There’s a new infographic out, and I think it’s the perfect cheat sheet to help you figure out the metrics to track for any promotion. I’ll explain how it works in this episode of the Library Marketing Show.
FEDRAMP High Development in the Cloud: Code with Cloud Workstations
Google Public Sector
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
In the demanding world of federal software development, teams are constantly challenged to deliver innovative solutions while upholding the highest security standards. The complexity of scaling teams, managing infrastructure, and ensuring consistent development environments can quickly become overwhelming. In a recent webinar featuring Forrester, Devin Dickerson, Principal Analyst at Forrester, discussed the results of a commissioned TEI study on the impact of Google Cloud Workstations on the so
Use Your Remaining ARPA Dollars to Fund Workforce Scholarship Programs
NLC (National League of Cities)
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Guest blog post authored by Scholarship America American cities have less than 3 months to obligate their remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds or they will lose them. ARPA regulations require local governments to return grant funding that remains unobligated beyond the December 2024 end-of-year deadline to the U.S.
Boost Revenue With Simple Short-Term Rental Registration and Tax Collections
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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.
Elevating the risk function in insurance: Building a strategic advantage
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Today’s rapidly developing risk landscape demands a new, more nimble approach for insurance companies to assess and respond to risks, a function inherently in their DNA.
How to increase climate resilience in urban areas
American City & Country
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
In the face of climate change, cities around the world are experiencing unprecedented weather patterns that have profound impacts on urban life. City planners and policymakers must leverage weather data to design resilient urban environments capable of withstanding these changes. One of the most pressing issues is the increasing focus on heat, driven by alarming trends in annual weather data by city.
On the Tech Horizon—Health, Space, and Environmental Innovations
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Technology is rapidly evolving—raising questions for policymakers about how to promote innovations while also protecting Americans from harm. Perhaps no example is as striking as the debate over Artificial Intelligence (AI). But AI isn’t the only.
Finally… Here’s the First Ever Email Benchmark Report for Libraries
Super Library Marketing
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Watch this video now #LibraryMarketing Show, episode 266 For the first time ever, libraries that email their community to promote their services have metric benchmarks! I will discuss how this new report came about (spoiler alert: it was born out of my annoyance!) and how you can get your hands on it in this episode of The Library Marketing Show. Plus we’ll give kudos to a library that reached a whole new audience to promote their collection.
Easy to Do Business With: Why Simplifying Business Licensing Is a Best Practice
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Many business license applications still can't be completed online, creating a frustrating user experience and lowering compliance. Shifting to a digital process makes it easier for staff and businesses alike. This guide covers: How to build a licensing and registration experience that works for your staff and local businesses. Why technology is your best partner for improving licensing and registration compliance.
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