Posts By Megan Pleasant

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Make Constituent Services More Accessible

Accessibility ensures that all citizens, regardless of their circumstances, can understand and utilize the support available to them. Prioritizing accessibility also enhances civic involvement and promotes equity. In short, understanding how to improve accessibility helps government agencies to better fulfill their mission of serving the public. During our recent CX Community of Practice, Michelle Pinsky,Read… Read more »

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Take a Bite Out of Waste, Fraud and Abuse

Identity proofing, or identity verification, refers to the process of gathering data and analyzing signals to confirm an individual’s identity and assess the risk of conducting a transaction with them. Many individuals have extensive digital trails, making it easy to verify their identities with a high level of confidence. But think about younger individuals whoRead… Read more »

Cybersecurity

Best Practices in Zero-Trust Architecture

Agencies need to tackle cybersecurity in a holistic way, relying on zero-trust strategies that shift from complex and inefficient approaches to more streamlined, process-oriented systems. Let’s explore a few ways that you can make that shift with these zero-trust best practices from Richard Breakiron, Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives for the Americas Public Sector atRead… Read more »

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How to Handle Fire Drills

Someone else’s emergency is not necessarily your emergency. However, as supervisors, your team’s fire drills actually are your problem, and you have to stay calm when the heat is on. So, how can you possibly manage everything that comes across your desk in a productive, organized way? By understanding the dynamics of crisis management andRead… Read more »

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Get Better Public Input During Policymaking

How can we ensure that the voices of the public truly shape the policies that govern their lives? Engaging the public effectively in policymaking and planning is crucial for creating inclusive and representative policies. Fortunately, emerging digital tools enable agencies to reach a broader audience as well as gain more feedback and public engagement. DuringRead… Read more »

Online Training Opportunities

Jump on June’s Online Training Opportunities  

From securing data to handling workplace fire drills, there’s a lot to learn in June.  We’re offering free professional development throughout the month, with government and industry experts offering their insights to help empower you in your career.  Check out the sessions below, and be sure to register, even if you aren’t able to makeRead… Read more »

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New Approaches for Time Management

We’ve never been more distracted. Incessant notifications, emails, calls, pings, deadlines, meetings, and competing priorities make staying focused nearly impossible. Yet, as a supervisor, it’s crucial to manage these distractions while meeting team objectives. The key is to master time management. Much like our learning styles, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to managing our workloadsRead… Read more »