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Calista Rollogas started the topic Can Agencies Save $121 Billion in Telework? in the forum Technology 7 years, 9 months ago
A recently released report from the Texas A&M Transportation Institute reveals that on average, Americans waste $818 in time and fuel per year sitting in traffic. That comes out to $121 billion in wasted time and fuel for the entire nation. In total, 5.5 billion hours were wasted commuting in 2011.
Living in the DC area where we are routinely…[Read more]
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Calista Rollogas started the topic Can Technology Improve Citizen Service? in the forum Technology 7 years, 10 months ago
For many citizens in need of government assistance, the process of applying and qualifying for services can be long and difficult. Could using technology like video collaboration improve the way citizens apply for services while also helping state and municipal governments to be more effective and efficient? That’s the focus of a recent article.…[Read more]
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Calista Rollogas started the topic Can Furloughs Be Avoided With IT? in the forum Technology 7 years, 10 months ago
The furloughs of civilian DoD employees as a result of the sequester could impact military readiness, services for soldiers and local economies. A recent article, discusses how cost cutting could be done with IT instead of by furloughs.
Do you believe that technology can can prevent or lessen the extent of furloughs? How has technology increased…[Read more]
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Calista Rollogas started the topic How is your agency fighting the flu? in the forum Technology 8 years ago
The flu is in full force this year. A recent article I saw on Forbes reports that over 2,000 people have already been hospitalized from the virus this year.
This time of year often results in two situations that I try to avoid at all costs. The first is being down a man (or two) with deadlines looming and business continuity at risk. The second…[Read more]
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Calista Rollogas started the topic Is video a parachute for agencies careening off the fiscal cliff? in the forum Technology 8 years, 1 month ago
News stories about the upcoming fiscal cliff have become so prevalent that it’s safe to say Americans would have to be completely off the grid to not be aware of the situation facing our country. Ultimately, looming sequestration – which threatens to cut over $1 trillion from federal budgets – combined with the approaching expiration of multiple…[Read more]
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Calista Rollogas replied to the topic Is Video Changing Healthcare? in the forum Technology 8 years, 2 months ago
Thanks for the feedback Erik.You bring up a great point. But I think one thing to consider is that just because someone is a doctor, does not mean they have a good bedside manner, which is why many people have carefully chosen their doctor. Speaking from personal experience, a great doctor is a rare commodity and something to be valued. But I…[Read more]
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Calista Rollogas started the topic Is Video Changing Healthcare? in the forum Technology 8 years, 2 months ago
Studies have shown that patients are interested in healthcare providers taking a more active role in their overall health and wellness, and not just caring for them when they’re sick. In fact, according to a recent survey, 80 percent of respondents stated that a healthcare provider’s job needs to be more about preventative medicine, wellness and…[Read more]
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Calista Rollogas started the topic Can Big Data Help Fight PTSD? in the forum Technology 8 years, 5 months ago
With soldiers putting their lives at risk constantly while deployed, and often being put in positions where they feel fear and horror, it’s very easy to see how many members of the military fall victim to PTSD.
In fact, statistics show that over 20% of the soldiers who served in Iraq and Afghanistan over the past 6 years have PTSD. Studies…[Read more] -
Calista Rollogas started the topic Hashing Out Your Agency’s Social Media Policy in the forum Twitterati 8 years, 8 months ago
Here’s a great blog post for any agency struggling with how to deal with the potential threats posed by employees accessing social media sites at the office. The article also offers some great tips on establishing a formal social media policy.
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Calista Rollogas replied to the topic Is Government Training Tremendous or Trivial? in the forum Human Resources 8 years, 9 months ago
Great question! And this is clearly a topic on which many people have numerous thoughts to share. Love seeing the discussion! A recent blog post even references this specific discussion on GovLoop and offers insights based on how the DAU and other organizations have implemented new procedures for training and development: http://feduc.us/?p=785.
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Calista Rollogas started the topic Are Agency App Stores the New Trend? in the forum Government 2.0 Club 8 years, 9 months ago
Bring your own device (BYOD) and mobility have taken on a new spin in the defense sector. Instead of trying to manage your employees’ mobile devices and all available applications, defense agencies like the U.S. Army have embraced the development of their own mobile applications store. Is this the new trend? Will other agencies soon follow suit?…[Read more]
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Calista Rollogas started the topic Are Agency App Stores the New Trend? in the forum E-government 8 years, 9 months ago
Bring your own device (BYOD) and mobility have taken on a new spin in the defense sector. Instead of trying to manage your employees’ mobile devices and all available applications, defense agencies like the U.S. Army have embraced the development of their own mobile applications store. Is this the new trend? Will other agencies soon follow suit?…[Read more]
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Calista Rollogas started the topic Need an App? The U.S. Army has one for you in the forum Department of Defense 8 years, 9 months ago
Bring your own device (BYOD) and mobility have taken on a new spin in the defense sector. Instead of trying to manage your employees’ mobile devices and all available applications, defense agencies like the U.S. Army have embraced the development of their own mobile applications store. Read more at http://bit.ly/HMVwoB.
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Calista Rollogas started the topic Soldiers Get Training On-The-Go with Army App Store in the forum AFCEA International 8 years, 9 months ago
The Connection Soldiers to Digital Applications initiative gives personnel access to tested and approved applications to be used Army-wide. Not only has the Army embraced mobile technology, but it also understands the benefits of giving the war fighter accessibility on the go through smart devices. Read more at http://bit.ly/HMVwoB.
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Calista Rollogas started the topic Army Embraces BYOD and Mobility with Army App Store in the forum Collaboration Project 8 years, 9 months ago
Bring your own device (BYOD) and mobility have taken on a new spin in the defense sector. Instead of trying to manage your employees’ mobile devices and all available applications, defense agencies like the U.S. Army have embraced the development of their own mobile applications store.
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Calista Rollogas started the topic Army Embraces Mobility with Army App Store in the forum Mobility for Government 8 years, 9 months ago
From developing new training approaches to learning anytime from anywhere to accessing critical information at a fraction of the cost of traditional methods, the Army’s new arsenal of apps is creating greater efficiencies across the organization. Read more at http://bit.ly/HMVwoB
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Calista Rollogas started the topic Army App Store Gives Soldiers On-The-Go Resources in the forum Acquisition2.0 8 years, 9 months ago
Bring your own device (BYOD) and mobility have taken on a new spin in the defense sector. Instead of trying to manage your employees’ mobile devices and all available applications, defense agencies like the U.S. Army have embraced the development of their own mobile applications store. Will more agencies soon be following suit? Is this the next…[Read more]
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Calista Rollogas started the topic Are Agency App Stores the New Trend? in the forum MuniGov 2.0 8 years, 9 months ago
Bring your own device (BYOD) and mobility have taken on a new spin in the defense sector. Instead of trying to manage your employees’ mobile devices and all available applications, defense agencies like the U.S. Army have embraced the development of their own mobile applications store. Will other agencies soon follow suit? Read more at http://bit.l…
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Calista Rollogas started the topic Need an App? The U.S. Army has one for you in the forum Department of Veterans’ Affairs 8 years, 9 months ago
Bring your own device (BYOD) and mobility have taken on a new spin in the defense sector. Instead of trying to manage your employees’ mobile devices and all available applications, defense agencies like the U.S. Army have embraced the development of their own mobile applications store. Read more at http://bit.ly/HMVwoB
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Calista Rollogas started the topic Are Agency App Stores the New Trend? in the forum Social Government 8 years, 9 months ago
Bring your own device (BYOD) and mobility have taken on a new spin in the defense sector. Instead of trying to manage employees’ mobile devices and all available applications, defense agencies like the U.S. Army have embraced the development of their own mobile applications store. Will other agencies soon follow suit? http://bit.ly/HMVwoB
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