| Tuesday, March 13, 2007, Volume 6, Issue 11 | The weekly GovPro Newsletter is produced by the editors of Government Product News and Government Procurement Journal. Visit www.govpro.com a news-, product-, and issue-driven site for all levels of government. If the display of this newsletter is not suitable, please Click HERE.
FEATURES
Public Sector Revisits Outsourcing Hot Button
Tolls Fall Short on Future Highway Funding
NEWS
Teleconference Drives Green Fleets
Local Governments Offer the ‘Truth’ on Telecom Reform
FTC Guides Businesses in Safeguarding Personal Information
High School Enhances Security with IP Video
HHS Launches Online Toolkit for Radiation Emergencies
News of the Weird
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FEATURES
Public Sector Revisits Outsourcing Hot Button
Both public- and private-sector organizations alike are working to replace outdated systems, overcome staffing shortages, and solve recruitment and compliance challenges. But the traditional methods to improve these operations, such as IT upgrades and new (or reorganized) staff, may not be enough to take HR to the next level.
Tolls Fall Short on Future Highway Funding
State highway officials warned of a looming $11 billion hole in federal highway funds and said the growing shift toward tolls and private leases of roads can't generate enough money to meet the nation's short- or long-term transportation needs.
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NEWS
Teleconference Drives Green Fleets
The Responsible Purchasing Network (RPN) invites you to join the Green Fleet Teleconference, unveiling the new Responsible Purchasing Guide for Fleet Vehicles, on March 29, 2:00 to 3:30 EST.
Local Governments Offer the ‘Truth’ on Telecom Reform
Facing fierce lobbying efforts and multi-million dollar misinformation campaigns by the telecom industry, national local government associations launched a new Web site to present the “real truth” on the potential effects of telecommunications reform on communities and consumers.
FTC Guides Businesses in Safeguarding Personal Information
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is offering a new guide for businesses with practical suggestions on safeguarding sensitive data. The 24-page brochure can help businesses of all sizes protect their customers' and employees' personal information.
High School Enhances Security with IP Video
Updating analog surveillance systems to IP-based video is a major challenge facing security professionals, especially in older schools. For one, these buildings lack the dedicated network and power cabling required for IP cameras. Moreover, the cost of new network switches, servers, software licenses, and installation can discourage a budget-strapped administration from implementing an upgrade no matter how badly it’s needed.
HHS Launches Online Toolkit for Radiation Emergencies
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Mike Leavitt announced the development a new downloadable online diagnostic and treatment toolkit designed for health care providers, primarily physicians, who may have to provide medical care during a radiation incident.
News of the Weird: Bizarre but true stories about real people.
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