4 strategies for bringing next-generation tech talent to local government
Cities have made major gains over the past decade in building tech and digital talent to better meet residents’ needs, transforming service delivery from Mexico City to Kyiv and preparing teams to adopt new tools, including artificial intelligence. For many, the next step with AI goes beyond upskilling current staff. It also means sharpening strategies to attract new talent and build new teams. By prioritizing product-management skills and making hiring more transparent, city leaders are assembling the tech teams they need for the future.
Applying a new lens on city storytelling
Capturing people's attention is one of the first steps in successful storytelling. And, in today's fast-paced and fragmented media space, newsletters, press releases, and Facebook posts are rarely enough for local leaders looking to connect with residents. That's why a city-backed photo exhibit in Philadelphia really stands out. By spotlighting views of the city from where civil servants literally sit, the effort offers a model for how cities can be more ambitious, more experimental and, ultimately, more effective in their outreach.
