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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, Overcoming Your IT Modernization Fears, on the site GovLoop 5 days, 13 hours ago
Taking the first step toward IT modernization can be incredibly difficult, particularly in the public sector. With so much accountability and so many potential mishaps, agencies are hesitant to move forward. This […]
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, Combatting Fraud With AI and Machine Learning, on the site GovLoop 6 days, 10 hours ago
Federal government agencies are faced with an immense amount of data, with more pouring in every second. With so much information, keeping track of it all can be extremely challenging, particularly when there are […]
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Declan Riordan commented on the post, Mapping out the Future: How Imagery Plays in to Government, on the site GovLoop 1 week ago
It seems like GIS gains a new function every time I turn around! This is definitely interesting tech that can open up a lot of doors to innovative data use. Always look forward to hearing about the next development.
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, What to Consider When Innovating Your IT, on the site GovLoop 1 week, 6 days ago
Everywhere you look, government agencies are juggling a number of IT modernization initiatives. Introducing new technology is exciting and leads to better services for constituents, but it can also be extremely […]
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, Cybersecurity Consolidation Patches Holes, Increases Spending Efficiency, on the site GovLoop 3 weeks ago
Cybersecurity continues to uphold its status as a government priority, and rightfully so, considering the vast amount of sensitive data that passes through the public sector on a daily basis. Government personnel […]
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, Adopting the Right IT Modernization Mindset, on the site GovLoop 3 weeks, 5 days ago
Modernization can be daunting, especially in government, where risk aversion dominates decision making. The possibility that something could go wrong inhibits many agencies from making the leap, regardless of the […]
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Bobby Saxon’s explanation of the gradual process that launching a full cloud adoption push at his agency took is illuminating. Thanks for highlighting that part of his remarks!
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, Advancing Your Career With an Individual Development Plan, on the site GovLoop 3 weeks, 6 days ago
Everyone has some idea about how they would like their job to improve. It’s almost impossible not to have some thoughts after spending the majority of your waking day there five times a week, even if you like w […]
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, Planning for Cloud Adoption and Management, on the site GovLoop 1 month ago
After years spent as a buzzword, cloud has finally solidified itself as a central component in federal, state and local government agencies around the country. More than 60 percent of public-sector IT leaders […]
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Declan Riordan commented on the post, A Good Resume Is Like A Jack O’ Lantern, on the site GovLoop 1 month ago
Good resume-building advice! I definitely work to keep my resume concise and simple but sometimes wonder if it’s going to be enough to make the hiring manager want to take a second look. It really depends on the person.
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Declan Riordan commented on the post, How to Start an RPA Project at Your Agency, on the site GovLoop 1 month ago
The federal government has been working to make it clear that RPA isn’t going to replace workers, but it remains a concern for many employees. Maybe more steps need to be taken to explain the training process that will keep people relevant in an automated workplace?
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, Confronting Financial, Security Risks with Supply Chain Management, on the site GovLoop 1 month, 1 week ago
Federal spending on software has seen growth for years, but with that has also come an increase in wasted funds. The General Services Administration reported that federal spending on software totals more than $6 […]
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This was such a great event! I’m happy I have this recap to be able to review content from the session.
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, How DHS Digital Service Is Revamping Grants, Immigration Systems, on the site GovLoop 1 month, 1 week ago
This is the second story in a three-part series profiling the United States Digital Service (USDS) and its team at the Homeland Security Department (DHS). Read part one here.
The United States Digital Service […]
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, Government Leverages AI for HR Modernization, on the site GovLoop 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Across the board, government agencies are looking to implement tools that can increase productivity in any way possible. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has found its way to the top of the list, with many agencies […]
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Very interesting! This is the first I’m hearing about talent science. It will be interesting to see how government HR departments adapt to these technological changes.
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, Increasing Efficiencies With Automated, Streamlined Processes, on the site GovLoop 1 month, 2 weeks ago
This interview with Jay Vickers, General Manager of Legislative Solutions at Granicus is an excerpt from our recent guide, Your Guide to Productivity in Government.
Increasing demands and shrinking budgets […]
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I never thought about the vital role that clerks play in keeping the government running, but it certainly sounds like technology that can help reduce their workload is well worth investing in!
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, Real-Time GIS Makes Government Services Better, Faster, Stronger, on the site GovLoop 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Government is always seeking to improve the services that they provide, whether that means responding faster, cutting costs or providing more quality service. With the help of real-time GIS, each of those and more […]
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It’s amazing how many different problems GIS can provide solutions for–and great that it is affordable and feasible for all levels of government!
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, Overcoming Small Budgets in Local Government, on the site GovLoop 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Small local governments are often supported by enthusiastic and passionate individuals. Leaders work hard to provide for their constituents and update their communities.
But what can they do when their budget […]
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, Cary CIO Talks Smart Cities, Cybersecurity, Recruiting, on the site GovLoop 1 month, 3 weeks ago
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This Q&A is part of a new […]
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, Trust, Communication Vital to Citizen-Centric Approach, on the site GovLoop 2 months ago
Citizen engagement is a large part of how success is defined in government, particularly on the state and local levels.
Of course, then, it makes sense to take a citizen-centric approach when considering how […]
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, Hurdling Tech Barriers with State and Local Innovation, on the site GovLoop 2 months ago
State and local government employees across the country have found themselves in the midst of a technological crisis: outdated infrastructures, higher citizen expectations and IT hiring challenges are just a few […]
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Declan Riordan wrote a new post, Improving Productivity Through Workplace Culture Innovation, on the site GovLoop 2 months, 1 week ago
Efficiency is everything in government. That’s why increasing productivity has stepped into the spotlight for government organizations as they seek new methods to serve increasing citizen expectations. But how c […]
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Great recap–PIL sounds like a good model for other agencies when it comes to innovation and employee empowerment.
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I really enjoyed reading this piece and circling back on the content from this training. Chris said it best with his call-to-action: keep trying to innovate. It certainly is an exciting time to be in public sector IT!