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Oct 25, 2025

Selected items posted on blogs during the week ending October 25, 2025

8 Cybersecurity Best Practices From CivicPlus® Cyber threats target governments—deploy best practices to secure systems, protect resident data, and sustain trust. Learn More 

How AI-Powered Agents Streamline State and Local Service Delivery Explore how AI agents can help state and local governments handle routine tasks, streamline operations, and give staff more time for complex issues. DOWNLOAD 

Transparency in Motion: Real-Time Data for Safer Streets and Stronger Communities Public safety agencies are under pressure to do more with less -- respond faster, operate more efficiently, and remain accountable to both leadership and the communities they serve. This paper explores how telematics and in-vehicle data are helping agencies meet those expectations and deliver measurable results. DOWNLOAD

Modernizing Outdated Identity Tools in Government Outdated identity tools increase the risk of cyberattacks, user fatigue, and regulatory noncompliance for state and local agencies. Learn why legacy IAM systems—and methods like passwords, manual provisioning, and siloed identity data—can no longer meet today’s security and compliance needs. DOWNLOAD 

How to Drive Value with AI Now Government agencies are under pressure to adopt AI—but without the risk, complexity, or backlash that often follows rushed implementations. This paper lays out the practical steps state and local governments can take to start using AI right now — without losing control of costs, data or decision-making. DOWNLOAD

Inside the Priorities Shaping Public Budgeting in 2025 Discover what’s top-of-mind for local and state government budget leaders. This year’s survey of public finance professionals reveals how agencies are balancing uncertainty with action, and where opportunity still exists to make budgeting smarter and more community focused. DOWNLOAD


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