The work of local government leaders—from finance to planning to procurement—is more vital than ever. OpenGov’s annual State of Local Government Survey aims to shed light on this work and highlight where local government teams are making strides in efficacy. It also reveals opportunities for leaders to adopt new approaches that make teams more effective. This year’s survey respondents represent more than 500 public sect...

There are three key security areas that state and local government cybersecurity leaders should remember to keep top of mind as they venture into 2024 – generative AI, cyber insurance and election security. Generative AI will undoubtedly continue to transform the cybersecurity landscape in new ways, and IT teams will need to plan for its integration this year and beyond. With the new capabilities that AI brings also come new threats that...

Join leaders from Government Technology and Amazon Web Services on February 8, 2024, at 10 AM PST/ 1 PM EST for a live webinar in our Ask the Experts Digital series. The series dedicates half of each session to audience questions and comments, giving attendees direct access to industry experts. This session will give expert insights into how artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) tools and platforms will likely evolve and explore...

What’s next for cyber in 2024? Join us for a live webinar to round up cybersecurity forecasts, top cyber trends, and cybersecurity industry prediction reports as we head into the 2024 calendar year. You’ll Learn: The top cybersecurity predictions for 2024 from cybersecurity companies Tips and best practices for preparing your agency’s cybersecurity plan for the future Expert insights on the most significant cybersecurity them...

Rethinking your agency’s budgeting process is a heroic endeavor. State and local governments have traditionally relied on previous budgets to create the next, but that fails to account for changing economic landscapes and constituent needs. A more future-focused, outcome-based approach can ensure your budget is responsive and adaptable to change. Join leadership from Frederick County, Maryland, for a behind-the-scenes look at their journ...

Public Sector IT leaders are improving processes and reducing ticket volume by adopting ITSM platforms that align with the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework. These platforms offer numerous advantages – from better change and release management to a cohesive view of tickets and assets and expedited resolution times. Join Government Technology and Team Dynamix for a live webinar to discover how your agency can leverage modern ITSM...

Join us for a lightning round discussion with North Carolina State CIO James Weaver. This quick conversation will touch on the challenges, emerging trends and initiatives shaping North Carolina’s gov tech landscape. Designed for private-sector professionals, this discussion will pinpoint opportunities, help fine-tune business strategies and validate sales and marketing activities. At the end of the conversation, ask CIO Weaver your most...

Over the next year, states and localities should brace for an uptick in attacks by hostile foreign governments, expanded threats to critical infrastructure, new vulnerabilities created by social media and more potent forms of ransomware. Addressing these risks will require state and local agencies to invest more time and money to adopt sound security policies, improve employee training and deploy stronger security tools and services. Join Gove...

Get ready for the 2024 Digital Counties Survey! The Center for Digital Government is thrilled to offer county IT organizations a platform to showcase exceptional achievements, compare progress among peers and uncover emerging trends for the future. This year's survey will reflect the current and anticipated technology landscape, producing insights on how counties can best prepare for the future. Join us for the 2024 Digital Counties Survey ope...

Join leaders from Government Technology and Amazon Web Services on February 1, 2024, at 10 AM PST/ 1 PM EST for a live webinar in our Ask the Experts Digital series. The series dedicates half of each session to audience questions and comments, giving attendees direct access to industry experts. This session will focus on how agencies can use artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) to solve workforce challenges and offer expert tip...