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Seattle approves new city budget that plugs shortfalls with surplus revenue from business tax

GeekWire

Now the city is using the surplus to help close major gaps in its budget. The JumpStart funds aren’t earmarked for particular programs but the General Fund pays for a variety of city services. . “The social and economic benefits of this decision will be felt by families and entire communities in the city.”

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Exploring the digital impact in Northern Ireland’s health and social care system

CIO Business Intelligence

The pandemic accelerated the urgency for reform in health and social care around the world, which strained resources to unprecedented levels. It all reduces the ability to arrive at a budget settlement that shifts resources into the health and social care space. That didn’t come from an operational or clinical policy discussion.

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How managed device services enable the inclusion of sustainability principles into IT

CIO Business Intelligence

Many believe that a more socially and environmentally responsible organization is key to building trust with customers, partners, and employees. This was one area addressed in the HP-sponsored IDC whitepaper on the benefits of integrating managed device services, published in April 2024 [1].

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Assembly required: 8 myths about knowledge management debunked

CIO Business Intelligence

This knowledge, generated through observation, reflection, study, and social interaction, led to a new companywide policy: “Let the grinder warm up for 15 minutes,” resulting in millions of dollars of extra profit at no additional cost. The mobsters hung out at their private social club, discussing possible crimes to commit that night.

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Techie-turned-lawmaker uses his Microsoft chops to challenge the status quo as a state senator

GeekWire

Washington State Democrats Photo) After a decade working in the tech sector, Joe Nguyen tackled his new role as a state senator like any good program manager. For his civic work, Nguyen is being honored at the 2024 GeekWire Awards as this year’s Public Policy Champion for Innovation Award. It proved a worthwhile exercise.

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A CISO POV: Securing AI in your company

CIO Business Intelligence

Here are the key recommendations I provided: AI training implementation: Introduce AI training aligned with company policies and processes to empower employees with the necessary skills and awareness. How much of this usage is part of ‘approved and budgeted’ corporate policy and programs?

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Inflation Is Making Cybersecurity Even More Challenging for Leaders

SecureWorld News

The cost of security tools and services is rising, and organizations may not have the budget to keep up. Andrew Smeaton, CISO at Afiniti, says reassessment of cybersecurity programs and plans is necessary. Additionally, inflation can make it more difficult for organizations to keep up with the latest cybersecurity threats.

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