Agency transformation is not a one-size-fits-all process. State and local governments across the country face unique challenges and disparate needs in the journey to become more efficient, yet there is shared DNA in any successful transformation blueprint: a clear roadmap, buy-in from leadership, solutions that scale, well-trained talent, and consistent communication channels, to name a few. In all cases, a strategic use of technology is imper...

The United States is facing a historic economic downturn that is projected to surpass the Great Recession and cripple government budgets. It could take years before federal, state and local budgets are able to fully recover. Government officials will need to examine and assess massive amounts of data to determine the best course of action. But are officials prepared to address these challenges? What assistance do they need to stabilize their...

Zoom bombs, fishy texts, demanding emails: COVID-19 has revealed the capabilities and infrastructure not yet in place to support a fully remote state and local government workforce. This webcast will explore how federal, state and local officials have leveraged budgets, policies, and personnel to respond quickly to cybersecurity threats during the massive shift to working from home. We’ll investigate what it’ll take to put the rans...

State and local governments across the country are making strides in the push to digitize government records and integrate collaboration tools into daily communications and processes. As these platforms become more widespread, government offices must prioritize identifying, acquiring and budgeting for the technologies needed to enable records management and archival across all public-sector communication channels, thus allowing accurate and ef...

State and local governments have seen an exponential rise in ransomware and phishing attacks. In 2019 alone, hackers successfully attacked at least 113 state and municipal government agencies across the United States--to say nothing of the untold numbers of phishing scams unleashed upon individual accounts and devices. Such breaches can significantly halt local and state operations. Rather than being caught unprepared, leaders are reassessing...

In order to competitively recruit and retain the best talent, state and local governments must offer seamless online experiences to both job candidates and employees. Forward-looking governments have begun to develop central, integrated digital portals that serve employees from recruitment to retirement. How can state and local governments provide the best digital experience to ensure that employees are as effective as they can be? This event...

To protect the health and safety of attendees, this event has been moved to online-only due to COVID-19 concerns. As many vital government services and data move online, the protection of government information and infrastructure from looming cyber-attacks is more important than ever before. Initiatives across Colorado, such as READYColorado and the National Cybersecurity Center, show that the best fortification strategy is developing a robust...

To protect the health and safety of attendees, this event has been postponed due to COVID-19 concerns. Local and state officials are seasoned professionals in crisis response. Yet, the array of risks they face--cyber attacks, severe weather and domestic terrorism--are challenging the conventional wisdom of crisis management. Adapting to the new normal of disasters demands a renewed approach. At this event, Route Fifty will explore how Houston...

The makeup of today’s state and local government workforce is changing. As the impending retirement wave looms and an increasing number of jobs remain vacant for longer periods of time, state and local hiring managers are struggling to make government an attractive place to work. While facing these challenges, state and local hiring managers are asking how they can recruit quality employees? How can they retain the institutional knowledg...

In its fourth year, Route Fifty's Navigator Awards program will honor 50 individuals and teams either working in or with state, county and municipal governments across the United States who demonstrated their ability to implement a great idea that improves public sector services and the communities they serve. On November 20th, join us as we unveil the 2019 award winners and celebrate the dedication of state and local government employees acro...