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Mar 28, 2026

Selected items from Internet blogs posted during the week ending March 27, 2026

Veterans Benefits Webinar Disabled veteran attorney Benjamin Krause educates veterans nationwide. Veterans can register for his April webinar and access free resources at disabledveterans.org. 

Introducing the City Manager Innovation Council Build trusted relationships with city leaders shaping priorities and investment decisions. Explore the Council

A Roadmap for Upgrading Resident Login and Access Modernizing how residents log in to government services doesn’t require a massive IT overhaul. This guide explains how state, provincial, and local agencies can introduce Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)—the systems that manage citizen registration, login, and multi-factor authentication—using a phased approach that works with existing platforms. DOWNLOAD

Why SD-WAN is the Future of Government Networking Government networks are under growing pressure as agencies adopt cloud services, deploy AI tools and deliver more digital services to residents. This paper explains why software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) is emerging as a critical foundation for modern government infrastructure, helping agencies increase capacity, strengthen security and reduce networking costs. DOWNLOAD

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

The H.R. 1 Mandate: Modernizing Medicaid and SNAP H.R. 1 adds substantial administrative obligations to Medicaid and food assistance programs. Learn why automation is essential to handle growing workloads and complexity. DOWNLOAD

What It Takes to Rebuild After Wildfires Discover how small teams leverage technology to deliver faster, more resilient disaster recovery. LISTEN NOW



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