Ransomware and cyberattacks have become more sophisticated, more costly and increasingly damaging. “Ransomware is a serious threat to our public safety and national and economic security,” said Richard W. Downing, Deputy Assistant Attorney General, Criminal Division, U.S. Department of Justice in a recent interview. “It has been used to attack municipal governments, police departments and critical infrastructure.” Read… Read more »
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CISA: Create Guardrails for Federal Innovators
The Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has advice for agencies that want to be cybersecure — but still have the ability to innovate and find new ways of doing better.
Orlando’s Approach to Managing Change and Culture
Recognizing the growing threat of cyberattacks, the city of Orlando adopted key elements of zero-trust security. Here’s what officials did and how zero trust impacted city government operations.
What Your Agency May Be Overlooking in Its Cybersecurity
Broadly, people often mistake cybersecurity as a sprint with a finish line. But in reality, it is a continuous effort.
Subtractive Insight: What Is It and How Can It Help You?
Problem-solving often looks at what we could do more. Instead, what if we focused on what we could do less with subtractive insight?
Automation Platforms Drive Government Effectiveness
Tasked to do more with less, government agencies are looking for ways to lighten the burden on overloaded IT teams while also elevating the level of citizen service. Automation offers a way forward.
Talk the Talk: 3 Software Security Concepts to Know Now
The software security world uses lots of complicated terminology. We break down, in simple language, some of the most important vocabulary.
What You Need to Know About Story Intelligence Before Your Next Presentation
Learn how the literary world’s secret wisdom can help you to master business storytelling so you can enjoy the most successful outcomes.
On the Brink of Burnout? 3 Ways to Practice Self-care
Trying to succeed in their careers, people can forget that they are more important than the work they do. But practicing self-care on a regular basis can restore peace of mind, help prevent burnout and ultimately make you more effective and productive.
Feb. 15 – Exploring the Intersection: How Technology and Management Work Together in Government
Problem statement: Agencies are falling behind in preparing their teams for both the technology and management needs of the future. A report from the Government Accountability Office revealed that some government agencies aren’t just using slightly outdated technology, but decades- old equipment. The report found that information systems at the Department of Education, Health andRead… Read more »