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Aug 8, 2026

Selected items posted on the Internet during the week ending August 7, 2026 which may be of interest to readers and reported here by NYPPL pro bono

AI Data Readiness Guide This guide identifies the essential components of AI-ready data governance and offers practical advice for implementing an effective data program. DOWNLOAD

Capital Planning in the Public Sector: Constraints, Community and Countermeasures This guide examines how state and local governments approach capital planning when budgets are constrained and infrastructure needs continue to grow. DOWNLOAD

From Days to Hours: How Chicago’s 43rd Ward Delivered Faster Constituent Services at Scale Chicago’s 43rd Ward transformed constituent services with a unified digital workflow, cutting response times from days to hours while dramatically increasing case resolutions and resident engagement. READ NOW

Deferred Maintenance and Its Impact on Communities This eBook examines the problem of deferred maintenance for America's infrastructure, considers ways to identify deferred maintenance issues early and explores options for addressing them quickly. DOWNLOAD

Making Sense of AI in Public Services A practical guide for public sector leaders choosing between generative AI tools, chatbots, and agentic AI. DOWNLOAD

How Branded Communications Can Improve Government Billing Learn how consistently branded communications can increase constituent trust, improve engagement and support stronger government billing. DOWNLOAD

Applied Intelligence: How High-Performance Workstations Are Driving Public Innovation AI innovation starts with the right infrastructure. Learn how high-performance workstations help government agencies process data faster, protect sensitive information and power AI-driven outcomes. Download the paper to discover practical strategies for modernizing your technology foundation. DOWNLOAD


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