Staying Safe In A Digital World, Unlocking The Power Of Gen Z For A Brighter Tomorrow, And A Nod To Excellence
Technology Corner?
It’s almost October and Halloween scares are not the only thing on the docket. It is also the month in which there is heightened awareness around cyber scares. Yep, it’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month, once again, and local governments and municipalities have a vital role to play in safeguarding sensitive data, public services, and building trust and transparency among residents. Throughout the month of October, we will be bringing you useful information on the measures governments need to take to protect their organization, their staff, and their residents from cyber threats. ?We begin by calling your attention to three pillars of cybersecurity: Single Sign-On (SSO), the importance of stronger passwords, and recognizing phishing threats. ?
?1. Single Sign-On (SSO): Simplify Access, Fortify Security??
Single Sign-On (SSO) is a game-changer for local government cybersecurity. It allows users to access multiple applications and systems with a single set of credentials. It centralizes control and prevents unauthorized access and data breaches.?
2. Stronger Passwords: Empower Citizens with Knowledge??
Citizens are key stakeholders in the cybersecurity efforts of government. Promoting the use of stronger passwords is a vital step in safeguarding digital interactions with local government and ensuring services are secure with utmost priority to data integrity. They protect against various forms of attack and minimize the risk of credential stuffing.??
3. Recognizing Phishing: Stay Ahead of Deceptive Threats??
Phishing attacks are a persistent threat. Local governments must ensure its employees and citizens can spot these deceptive tactics through education and forums. Phishing attacks often involve deceptive emails, messages, or websites designed to trick you into revealing personal or financial information. To stay ahead of these deceptive threats requires a good understanding of what they are and taking the steps necessary to avoid them. A few things you can do: verify the sender’s email address, check for generic greetings, don’t click suspicious links, and avoid downloading suspicious attachments.?
Stay tuned to our social channels and our website throughout October for a more in-depth look at the above topics, as well as insights on other important issues around cybersecurity.?
Unlocking the Power of Gen Z to Fuel a Brighter Tomorrow?
How can governments capture the interest of younger citizens for governmental work? The answer lies in technology.? In our recent blog post we took a deep dive into the world of Gen Z and what their coming of age means for society in general, and government agencies in particular.?
Generation Z includes the first true Digital Natives. They were born into technology and have an intuitive understanding of how to use it. They are accustomed to having immediate access to information. Technology determines how they approach most things, including employment. Some are now stepping into the workforce and bringing fresh perspectives, unparalleled digital prowess, and an unwavering commitment to improving the world.???
As torchbearers of the future, harnessing the power of Gen Z is pivotal for government agencies looking to innovate, adapt, and create a brighter future. Read more.??
?A Nod to Excellence?
Our congratulations to Leduc County for winning the award for Outstanding Achievement In Web Development for its economic development site. The award, presented by WMA (Web Marketing Association), recognizes a site based on design, innovation, content, technology, interactivity, copywriting, and ease of use.??
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GHD Digital was pleased to work closely with the County to create a site that showcases its economic achievements and highlights its efforts to strengthen business community initiatives and bring more jobs to Leduc.?
Find out What’s Happening?
Our team has had a busy September at various conferences throughout Canada and the US, spreading the word about the Govstack platform and its impact on transforming the way municipalities connect with their citizens.?
Adventures on the Horizon?
We have some exciting things coming your way in October.??
Our team will be at the following conferences and would love the opportunity to chat with you.?
Alison Carden, PMP , Global Practice Director, Products and Platforms, will be speaking at the Digital Government & CX Roadshow 2023 on the subject of “Transforming Citizen Experience”: The Role of Digital Government. You won’t want to miss this important discussion.?
Follow us on our social media channels for all the latest news about Govstack and the impact it’s having on municipalities.?