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Oct 11, 2025

Selected items posted on blogs during the week ending October 1 2025

Winning the Fight Against Ransomware Ransomware is hitting state and local governments harder than ever — with escalating attacks, skyrocketing ransom demands, and evolving tactics like multi-extortion and AI-driven phishing. But the path to resilience is clear. READ MORE

3 Pillars of an Effective Government Cyber Strategy This paper outlines a practical framework based on three foundational pillars: automation, integration and consolidation. You’ll learn how agencies can reduce manual workload, connect siloed systems and build centralized defenses that work smarter, not harder. It also explores the role of AI in modern security operations and how to streamline efforts without overburdening IT teams. 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

Future-Proofing Mobility Management in the Public Sector Modernize your agency's mobile strategy with unified endpoint management. WATCH NOW 

Data Tangles & AI Wrangles: Mastering the Chaos Explore the real-world challenges IT leaders encounter when linking diverse data sources, legacy applications and modern AI tools. WATCH NOW  

Government Workforce Resilience in the Age of Efficiency Learn how forward-thinking agencies are building self-sufficient teams that maintain quality and security standards even during rapid transitions. WATCH NOW

Staying Connected When It Matters Most: Smarter, Safer Tech for First Responders AI + 5G = The Future of Public Safety. Are You Ready? See what the next generation of public safety tech looks like. WATCH NOW

Modernizing Public Asset Management: Learn how cloud-based asset management helps agencies cut costs, boost efficiency and modernize infrastructure. WATCH NOW

Secure by Design: A Plan for Ransomware Defense From real-world examples of emerging extortion tactics to actionable guidance on vulnerability scanning, 24/7 detection, and incident response planning, this paper is a must-read for every government IT leader committed to safeguarding digital infrastructure and public trust. DOWNLOAD

How Personalization is Transforming Constituent Experience In today’s digital-first environment, constituents expect government services to be as seamless, accessible, and personalized as the best consumer experiences. This paper explores how personalization is reshaping public sector engagement.  DOWNLOAD

Reskilling Your IT Team on Cloud Cloud computing has become integral to state and local government operations over the past few years. To keep pace with innovation and maximize investments in cloud technology, government organizations will need an IT team that knows how to correctly, securely and efficiently migrate existing data and processes to the cloud as well as deploy and manage cloud-native, cloud-first solutions. DOWNLOAD

Secure by Design: A Plan for Ransomware Defense From real-world examples of emerging extortion tactics to actionable guidance on vulnerability scanning, 24/7 detection, and incident response planning, this paper is a must-read for every government IT leader committed to safeguarding digital infrastructure and public trust. DOWNLOAD

How Edge Computing Expands State & Local Government AI Capabilities  This eBook explores how edge AI can empower agencies to enhance public services, optimize operational efficiency, and secure sensitive data. Explore the distinct advantages of Edge AI. DOWNLOAD

Making It Easier for Residents to Sign In and Use Digital Services Digital services are expanding, but many agencies still rely on outdated systems to manage how people sign in and access them. This white paper explains how modernizing identity and access management can help reduce fraud, cut support costs, and make online services easier and safer for everyone to use. DOWNLOAD


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