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Building back better starts by addressing the systems that move us

With the new presidential administration, many lofty goals to reshape American cities are seeing the light of day. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is already prioritizing plans that reimagine America’s urban landscape and address the inequities built into the national transportation system as part of President Biden’s “Build Back Better” plan. Yet, while work must continue […]

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Local governments can expand and enhance access to health care

Editor’s note: In a special series, Larry Morrissey will examine three major factors affecting local government’s ability to tackle health care challenges and save money on their health care spend—and the implications it has for their constituents and employees. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in March of 2020, primary care appointments across the nation plummeted […]

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How municipal utilities in rural areas can attract younger workers

As a wave of workers with vital institutional knowledge approaches retirement age, many agencies in the public sector are worried about how to contend with the so-called “silver tsunami.” According to research focused on the water and wastewater sectors, these services will face an even more challenging environment. As many as 3 million positions—or about […]

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What local governments can do to build better cybersecurity

Ensuring the funding of proper cybersecurity and other cyber-related projects has long been a challenge in the public sector. There are few incentives to invest in cyber because it’s not easy to boast about to constituents as the threats it protects against are nebulous and often unseen. However, the recent SolarWinds, Microsoft Exchange and Colonial […]

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Top 10 best beach towns to live in

It’s the first day of summer, and people can plan vacations again! But what about actually living by the beach full time? The waterfront evokes relaxation and luxury, but according to a new survey by WalletHub, many beach towns are suitable to everyday life—and easy on the wallet. To determine the beach communities that are […]

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Why state and local governments need to future-proof their sales tax processes with technology

Just over a year ago, state and local governments were forced to address the public health crisis created by the COVID-19 pandemic. While combating the virus has been the top priority, the pandemic also had other effects on governments outside of public health strains, including the stress of relying on paper-based processes. Across the United […]

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10 reasons why local governments should outsource all IT: Post pandemic view

As we appear to be entering a post-pandemic environment, I wanted to revisit a theme I addressed in 2019. There is no question today’s local government IT professional has never been more recognized and appreciated—and for good reason. They weren’t critical in what many refer to as the “great pivot.” Much of what enabled the […]

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Procurement methods go to the head of the class in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education

There is a small group of procurement leaders who have made the jump from running government procurement teams to running a higher education procurement shop. Invariably, they love it. They talk about the ability to feel a part of the mission when they are on campus and can see the fruits of their labor when […]

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How local governments can improve bridge projects through strategic engagement

The United States is home to more than 46,000 structurally deficient bridges, according to the latest infrastructure report card from the American Society of Civil Engineers. Two out of five bridges are at least 50 years old. These daunting numbers reveal a pressing need for governments at all levels to repair, replace or preserve their […]

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Amazon Business releases first B2B ecommerce report, highlighting e-procurement

Amazon Business has released its first 2021 B2B Ecommerce in Evolution Report, which examines the transformation B2B e-procurement has undergone in recent years. The report shares B2B trends and insights from U.S. procurement professionals across industries and fields including government, education, health care and commercial industries. Amazon Business surveyed 250 B2B buyers and 250 B2B […]

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Commentary

Building back better starts by addressing the systems that move us

Commentary

Local governments can expand and enhance access to health care

Commentary

How municipal utilities in rural areas can attract younger workers

Commentary

What local governments can do to build better cybersecurity

Gallery

Top 10 best beach towns to live in

Commentary

Why state and local governments need to future-proof their sales tax processes with technology

Commentary

10 reasons why local governments should outsource all IT: Post pandemic view

Commentary

Procurement methods go to the head of the class in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education

Commentary

How local governments can improve bridge projects through strategic engagement

News

Amazon Business releases first B2B ecommerce report, highlighting e-procurement

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