The United States is nearing 250,000 deaths from COVID-19, raising concerns for the long winter ahead. Governing Magazine compiled 10 ways to keep the momentum from contactless government going, as demand for digital and no-touch services has grown 20% across the United States. In a major setback, New York City schools will shut down over parents objections due to high COVID-19 rates. Digital check-ins for COVID-19 provide additional safety benefits, according to employers and smart technology companies. Robots are joining the fight against COVID-19 in a Pennsylvania hospital, with the machines killing 99.9% of germs or spores. Trust and engagement are key for post-pandemic smart cities, CTOs emphasized during a recent virtual conference.
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Why HR Leaders Should Evaluate Their Company Communications Software Before the New Year
It’s safe to say that nobody could have predicted the dire impact of the coronavirus pandemic back at the beginning of the new year. For those working in human resources, the responsibilities of talent acquisition, internal professional development, and management of benefits for the workforce have abruptly changed to navigating the new challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. One fact has remained a constant need for businesses and organizations across the nation: efficient employee communication.
Severe Weather Preparedness: How to Keep Your Community Safe When Seconds Matter
Severe weather events and natural disasters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, severe storms, wildfires and droughts, are wreaking havoc across every part of the U.S. They are happening more frequently, causing tremendous amounts of damage — often in the billions — for each event. So how do you keep your community safe when seconds matter? It starts with severe weather preparedness and understanding the nature and frequency of events impacting your community.
Why Cyberbullying Is On The Rise with Virtual Learning
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced K-12 schools to transition to virtual learning, and along with teaching challenges, administrators are contending with a continued rise in cyberbullying. Many young people are finding the majority of their social interactions online amid social distancing and lockdown measures. While these interactions over Zoom, FaceTime, or social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, or WhatsApp can be positive social behaviors by encouraging students to stay connected, the shift into the digital sphere has also come with an alarming rise in online harassment and cyberbullying.
Ask K-12 schools and college campuses what the catalyst for purchasing a panic button system was, and many will tell you active shooter events. However, schools have quickly learned that these security features support many other aspects of school safety. In this article, Captain Rick Francis discusses his choice to adopt Rave Panic Button and Todd Piett provides insight on the technology’s development.
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