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Evidence-Based Decision Making: An Interactive Training
This presentation equips government leaders with practical strategies for investing public resources in programs that deliver measurable, evidence-based results. Learn how to align funding decisions with what works, even in times of fiscal constraint, and explore proven approaches to maximizing the impact of limited resources.
State Budget Forecast
This presentation provides a comprehensive overview of current state fiscal conditions and the outlook for FY 2026. It covers trends in revenue and spending, the impact of federal funding changes—especially related to Medicaid—and the growing budget pressures facing states. With uncertainty around Congressional action, the session highlights key risks and the strategies states may use to maintain fiscal stability in the years ahead.
Navigating the Evolving Landscape of State Real Property: Challenges and Opportunities Ahead
This presentation examines how states are rethinking real estate strategies in response to shifting federal priorities, fiscal pressures, and changing workplace norms. Topics include reducing portfolio costs through consolidation, managing underutilized leases, and unlocking economic development through public-private partnerships.
Strategic Opportunities for State Government Real Estate Portfolios in a Changing Federal Landscape
This presentation explores how federal property trends—such as lease expirations, budget cuts, and asset dispositions—are creating both challenges and opportunities for state governments. It examines portfolio optimization strategies, evolving space utilization needs, and ways states can align real estate planning with economic development and public-private partnerships in a shifting federal landscape.
Revenue-First Transformation: How State Procurement Can Generate Its Own Funds for Modernization
This presentation explores how SOVRA’s procurement model generates significant revenue to self-fund long-term transformation efforts. It examines why traditional procurement approaches struggle and how states can maximize administrative fee programs, featuring real-world examples of cost-saving success.
Turning ERP Implementation Roadblocks into Strategic Opportunities
This presentation explores how the State of Nevada turned ERP implementation challenges into strategic breakthroughs through the CORE.NV initiative. It offers practical strategies for transforming administrative roadblocks into opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and stronger stakeholder engagement.
Speaking to Govern: How Meaningful Conversations Can Transform State Operations
This presentation explores how meaningful conversations can drive change and improve performance in state government. Through the lens of the four dimensions of meaning—comprehension, purpose, significance, and belonging—learn how intentional communication can strengthen teams, align goals, and transform operations across agencies.
Cybersecurity in the States
This joint presentation from NASCIO and Deloitte explores the cybersecurity landscape state governments face today. The presentation highlights the growing risks posed by emerging technologies like AI, the need for workforce training and development, and the budgetary pressures impacting cybersecurity efforts.
Opportunities in Chaos: The Challenges of Media Landscape in Flux
Explore how today’s rapidly evolving media landscape is reshaping the way governments communicate with the public. This presentation examines shifts in media consumption, emerging trends, and what states can do to adapt and stay ahead in an increasingly fragmented and fast-paced information environment.
Real Estate and Workplace Reimagined
This presentation from the 2024 NASCA Institute shows data from participants’ interactive, real-time diagnostic on State’s real estate, capital projects and workplace management function(s). Explore industry leading practices and unique ways to create safe and efficient work environments for state governments and all stakeholders by downloading the presentation.
What's Next? How the Post-Pandemic Fiscal Rollercoaster Could Shape Future State Debates
Download Liz Farmer's presentation from the 2024 NASCA Institute, exploring the post-pandemic revenue surge's impact on state budgets and future policy debates.
Procurement and Cybersecurity: Enhancing Confidence
Enhance your confidence in purchasing decisions and ensure resilience against evolving cyber threats with this presentation from Jared Marcotte, President of The Turnout.
The IT WorkforceEvolution
Discover strategies to tackle workforce challenges in public sector IT in this presentation by CGI’s Jennifer Ricker and Ivan Beraha from the 2024 NASCA Institute. Learn about skills-based hiring, apprenticeships, and team culture, along with how AI can enhance automation.
Elevating ImpactThe Power of Evidence-Based DecisionMaking
This interactive workshop from the 2024 NASCA Institute covers how to leverage evidence-based decision-making to drive impactful outcomes within your state.
Moving to Activation: Taking the Next Step in your Real Estate Portfolio
This session from the 2024 NASCA Institute explores how states are doing this and the opportunities and pitfalls they are experiencing, and success stories.
Crisis Management: What to Do When it Hits the Fan
This presentation on Crisis Management from the 2024 NASCA Institute explores preparation, what to do during the crisis, message triage, stakeholder management, and post-crisis recovery.
Combatting Loneliness and Social Isolation in State Government
Dive into NASCA's session with Janet Kelly as she advocates for prioritizing social connection in state government. Gain practical tools to enhance employee well-being, foster teamwork, and bridge social divides within agencies. Access the Social Connection Initiative's comprehensive resources until the end of 2024.
Work-Life Prioritization
Discover the truth about Work-Life Balance versus Work-Life Prioritization in this insightful session. Learn effective habits, responsible routines, and productive strategies to enhance your well-being both at home and work.
How Simplifying Government Can Help Fund Innovation
This presentation examines common inefficiencies within government operations, methods for identifying these inefficiencies, and explores sustainable solutions.
Leading Through Change
Discover this 30-minute learning lab by CGI on navigating change in government. Discover strategies for maintaining focus, managing constraints, and enhancing citizen services delivery through sustainable solutions. Gain insights from state government leaders on driving positive transformation in the public sector.