Taking Care of You: Professional Self-Care Tips for Government Employees
Self-care strategies can help you have more positive work experiences and reduce burnout. Check out these tips for feeling better every day.
FedRAMP: Your Ally in Navigating Government Cloud Security
Making sure vendors meet federal cybersecurity requirements can be complicated and unwieldy. FedRAMP offers a standardized, government-wide approach.
From Search Engines to Answer Engines — Bridging the Digital Divide to Optimize Constituent Experience
A new technology has emerged — known as “answer engines” — that replaces the keyword search engines we know so well with natural language processing that understands what we actually mean when we ask a question.
Using Data to Tell Stories of Impact
Metrics and data can help illustrate the value of government’s scientific research — but finding that data can be difficult.
Strategic Planning or Strategery: 10 Lessons Learned from Governmental Public Health Strategic Planning
A strategic plan can be an effective tool for advancing an agency’s goals — assuming the agencies avoid certain pitfalls.
2023 Granicus Digital Government Awards Now Open for Nominations
Starting May 1 through June 15, public sector organizations across all levels of government in North America can nominate individuals, teams or projects within seven categories to recognize excellence in communications, service delivery and digital transformation.
Make It Modern: Why You Can’t Build a Legacy on Legacy Systems – Part 1
In 2011, venture capitalist Marc Andreessen said that “software is eating the world.” What he meant was that new software is enabling companies to scale faster, reduce costs, and deliver better customer experiences, and that the rapid spread of useful software is allowing entrenched players like Walmart and FedEx to better maintain dominance in theirRead… Read more »
The Ethics of Inclusive AI
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into our lives, it’s vital that AI systems serve all members of society. AI should be inclusive, fair, and without bias.
5 Simple Steps to Spring Clean Your Social Media
Like a disorganized desk, messy social media can waste your time and energy. Neglected social media can also accumulate security risks galore, from apps that have access to your personal information to passwords that can leave you and your data vulnerable. Doing a little spring cleaning will help protect your privacy and up your productivity. Get started with theseRead… Read more »
Perspectives on Work-Life Balance: Insights From GovLoop’s Recent Survey
Government employees face unique challenges trying to establish a healthy work-life balance. A recent GovLoop survey shed light on various work-life techniques and on the role that managers play, among other insights.