No Drone Zone
Drones are an accepted (though with reservations or downright hatred by some individuals) part of our lives. But did you know you do not have the right to fly them wherever or whenever you please?
Dealing with a Passive-Aggressive Coworker
Dealing with a passive-aggressive coworker is hard — but not impossible. Here are ways you can react differently to this difficult situation.
5 Strategic Considerations for Successful IT Modernization in Your Agency’s Enterprise
Regardless of which role you play, the IT infrastructure is a key component in your city and your residents rely on you to protect, maintain, and improve it.
Improving Security with Key Strategies from Cybersecurity Frameworks
The federal government’s growing dependence on the Internet of Things (IoT) has led to increased security concerns among federal IT professionals. And some of the most lethal hacks have come from nearly undetectable attacks that leverage connected devices to create havoc. Over the past few years, several critical cybersecurity frameworks have been introduced to helpRead… Read more »
7 Books Perfect for Your Summer Reading List
Summer is the perfect time to catch up on all the reading you’ve been meaning to do. Whether you’re relaxing poolside or backcountry camping, take advantage of the the long days of summer with books that can ramp up your professional knowledge and skills. This summer reading list features seven recommended books that are aRead… Read more »
Landlines and Smart Phones: Is it time to cut the tether?
For decades we have become accustomed to having a landline phone on our desk. With mobility being part of work processes nowadays we may have a smartphone as well. Do we need both?
Memorial Day: What Are We Remembering and Why?
If we are not intentional in communicating what is meaningful to us, then what is ‘important’ ceases to be different from anything else.
Why Local and State Governments Should Look to the Private Sector When It Comes to Automation
Though operations between the two sectors are very different, the public sector can still learn a few lessons in digital transformation from the private.
The 4 Pillars of Cyber Hygiene
Government security personnel need to shift their thinking from “tough, battle-hardened” warriors, to knowing how to simply “make our beds”. What does that look like? The following processes are rooted in security basics, but need not be complicated.
IT Service Maturity Relies on Stellar Self-Service Portals
Research shows that government IT staff lead the way in knowledge management, process controls, and other steps toward ensuring IT service maturity compared to other industry sectors but they need to be on the cutting edge of tech changes to stay on top.