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A case for broadening remote work in the public sector

The world of work is undergoing dynamic change, in at least three major ways: First, according to Gallup, Gen Z and Millennial workers in 2021 comprised almost half the U.S. workforce. The “Silver Tsunami”—the retirement in large numbers of Boomer workers—is real, and Gen Z continues to fill the gaps left behind. Secondly, numerous articles […]

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Report: Traffic fatalities from motor vehicle accidents increased by 7% in the first quarter

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s first-quarter traffic fatality estimates are in, and they’re not encouraging. Around 9,560 people died in motor vehicle accidents in the first three months of 2022, representing a 7 percent increase over last year’s data from the same quarter (there were 8,935 fatalities in the first quarter of 2021). “We […]

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Biden: Inflation Reduction Act represents ‘one of the most significant laws in our history’

Don’t be deceived by its name: the Inflation Reduction Act represents the most significant act combating climate change Congress has ever passed. On Tuesday, President Joe Biden signed the measure into law—injecting $370 billion into sustainability and energy initiatives over 10 years with the stroke of a pen. “This bill is the biggest step forward […]

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CRM beyond sales: How government CRM can improve citizen engagement and satisfaction

Private companies know the value of customer relationship management and CRM workflows. For anyone new to CRM, it is a technology that helps companies manage relationships with current and potential customers. CRM systems help companies manage customer relationships throughout the entire customer life cycle, including sales, ecommerce, marketing and more. CRMs help organizations focus on […]

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Taking on the heat with tech: Cities create chief heat officers

Usually, my writing has focused on all things tech leadership in local government. And if the term “heat” was ever mentioned, it was directed towards either IT or the CIO. Given all the weather tragedies across the globe it is time we simply stop just talking about it and start doing something about it. This […]

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Here are 12 of America’s most walkable cities with vacancies for renters

Of the many factors that entice visitors and new community members to a city, its walkability is pretty high on the list. Inviting sidewalk and smart traffic control drives foot traffic to restaurants and storefronts, making the area desirable for prospective businesses, which in turn attracts more people. It’s a loop that begins with the […]

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Note to cities: Watch out for security gaps and hidden expenses as you acquire new IT systems

Government purchasers need to be aware of the security concerns new technology can introduce into a network or system, says Jeffrey Jones, a national security and global trade attorney with the firm of Lowenstein Sandler LLP. “State and local governments are soft targets for ransomware actors and cyberattacks because smaller government entities often lack the […]

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When spending federal stimulus dollars, local governments are considering long-term, community impact

From staffing constraints to budget shortfalls and an unprecedented pivot into the digital realm (driven by the pandemic), local governments have confronted myriad challenges over the last few years. But in this, there’s a bright spot: The federal government is investing an unprecedented amount of money into local governments. “The covid pandemic shuffled the deck […]

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In Nevada county, data underpins efforts to address climate change

Across the United States, cities and counties are doing their best to confront climate change in myriad ways—from bolstering seawalls to updating electrical grids and everything in between. But in order for communities to best direct their efforts and responsibly spend hard-earned taxpayer dollars, administrators need data. In Washoe County and Reno, Nev., for example, […]

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$52B semiconductor investment intended to rejuvenate American manufacturing

Three decades ago, American manufacturing dominated the semiconductor industry, producing about 40 percent of the global supply annually. But over time, companies shipped business overseas looking to cut costs, and today, the nation produces only 10 percent of all semiconductors. It’s something the Biden Administration is trying to change through CHIPS and Science Act. “There […]

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A case for broadening remote work in the public sector

News

Report: Traffic fatalities from motor vehicle accidents increased by 7% in the first quarter

News

Biden: Inflation Reduction Act represents ‘one of the most significant laws in our history’

Article

CRM beyond sales: How government CRM can improve citizen engagement and satisfaction

Article

Taking on the heat with tech: Cities create chief heat officers

News

Here are 12 of America’s most walkable cities with vacancies for renters

Article

Note to cities: Watch out for security gaps and hidden expenses as you acquire new IT systems

News

When spending federal stimulus dollars, local governments are considering long-term, community impact

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In Nevada county, data underpins efforts to address climate change

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$52B semiconductor investment intended to rejuvenate American manufacturing

WHITE PAPERS

Industrial AMR infographic

Mechanize the Mop White Paper

3 Ways to Reduce Time-to-Hire in the Public Sector

Webinars

Overcoming Challenges & Creating Opportunities in Government Grant Management

How to Successfully Implement LED Streetlights in Your Hometown with Federal Funds

Grant Preparedness: Unlocking Funding Opportunities for Your Success

Podcast

Podcast: Disaster Management Symposium preview

Young Leaders Episode 4 – Cyril Jefferson – City Councilman, High Point, North Carolina

Young Leaders Episode 3 – Shannon Hardin – City Council President, Columbus, Ohio

GALLERIES

Gallery: Street pavement artist Jim Bachor creatively fills city potholes

Study ranks the 15 most walkable U.S. cities for tourists

Gallery: The 10 most connected U.S. cities for internet