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Why Too Many Government Modernization Efforts Fail
Technology “solutions” almost never address the organizational issues critical to success.
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Space Force Sounds Like a Joke Thanks to Pop Culture – that Could Be a Problem for an Important Military Branch
It could lead to a disconnect between public expectations and what the Space Force is actually doing, and ultimately, reduce public support.
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The Need for Internet Interstate Infrastructure
The U.S. needs a digital infrastructure plan today in much the same way that it required a physical infrastructure plan in the 1950s.
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Dogs Can Sniff Out COVID-19 in Human Sweat
Trained dogs were able to detect the disease in less than a minute and could be used in airports or other large-scale events.
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Americans Still Need a Lifeline Despite Trillions in Coronavirus Aid
About two-thirds of families that suffered job losses or reduced wages during the pandemic still reported facing serious financial hardship.
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6 Important Truths about COVID-19 Vaccines
Many experts estimate that between 70% and 90% of the population must be vaccinated to block the spread of the virus and reach herd immunity.
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How to Use Analytics Data and Smart Experiments to Optimize Agency Services
Keep in mind that optimization is a never-ending process.
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To Close the Gender Gap, Fight Pay Secrecy
Between 2017-18, nearly half of full-time workers reported they were either discouraged or formally prohibited from discussing wages and salaries.
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How Many People Get 'Long COVID'—and Who Is Most at Risk?
Numerous studies over the past few months have shown that about 1 in 3 people with COVID-19 will have symptoms that last longer than the typical two weeks.
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Dress Codes Can Suit Changing Ideals
Sartorial style can be wielded to challenge hierarchies and offer new political ideals in their stead.
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COVID-19 Has Made Americans Lonelier than Ever – Here’s How AI Can Help
Millions of isolated people have found comfort by chatting with an AI bot.
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FAA Releases Remote ID, the Largest Regulatory Change for Drones In Years
Part of the purpose is to allow for more complex operations in the future.
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4 Data Analytics Trends to Watch in 2021
Expect more live data dashboards and APIs as a key enabler.
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Autonomous Vehicle Standards Don’t Have to Reinvent the Wheel
Embrace the approach already taken by experts.
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What Robots Need to Become Better Helpers
Hand, fingers and a sense of touch are tricky but may be essential for some robots' tasks.
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No Internet, No Vaccine: How Lack of Internet Access Has Limited Vaccine Availability for Racial and Ethnic Minorities
It appears that internet access is emerging as a new and troublesome determinant of health.
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We May Owe Tom Hanks for a Bit of COVID Awareness
According to the study, the people who had heard the news reported Hanks’ diagnosis “highlighted the reality of COVID-19” and their susceptibility to the illness.
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How Forward-Thinking Investments Will Build the Future of Digital Government
To succeed, governments must create long-term integrated plans that encompass enterprise architecture, funding and policy support.
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