The concept of smart cities is evolving. States, counties, and municipalities are rallying around the promise of smart to reshape our collective thinking of how our communities will run in the future. Join us on Thursday, April 4 from 2-3 p.m. ET/11 a.m.-noon PT to learn the building blocks for an effective smart strategy. With any government trend, it is sometimes best to take a step back and evaluate whether things are actually working and h...

For the last decade, the Office of Personnel Management has crafted new guidance, with the goal of increasing diversity and inclusion in government. However, keeping in line with official policy has historically been an onerous and labor-intensive process for government human resources and training professionals. In fact, in a recent report, over 40 percent of HR folks said they spend nearly half their time managing HR compliance requirements....

Have you been wondering which big technologies are next to impact government? Join us online on Wednesday, March 27 from 2-3 p.m. ET/11 a.m.-noon PT for an exciting panel discussion where experts from government and industry will share their thoughts on the technology that’s driving us into the future. From blockchain to chatbots and artificial intelligence, the digital landscape is changing, and government agencies at all levels are doi...

Government is more distributed than ever, with more than a quarter of employees having the option to telework, work from the field or log in from a satellite office. But with remote access to servers, networks and data come serious security concerns. So how can federal agencies empower off-network users while also protecting sensitive assets? Join us online on Thursday, March 21 from 2-3 p.m. ET/11 a.m.-noon PT, for an interactive discussion o...

Reducing homelessness is top of mind for governments and not-for-profit organizations. This pressing social issue requires the support and attention of multiple disciplines ranging from health, human service, law enforcement, and public works just to name a few. But in order to make progress addressing homelessness, gov needs accurate data collection, strong collaboration tools, advanced analytics for improved planning and response as well as...

While public speaking can be intimidating, it is a skill just like any other that can be practiced and perfected. Learning about best practices can reduce anxiety and make one a more engaging and effective speaker, with the presence to authentically connect with any audience. Join NextGen online on Wednesday, March 13 at 2:00 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT to hear from experts who can help you transform into a confident and successful public speaker, no m...