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In May 2020, the AWS Public Sector Blog featured various insightful articles, including highlights on the AWS Public Sector Summit Online 2020, advancements in chatbots for call centers, and innovative open-source solutions. Below is a recap of some notable topics from that month, and for additional insights, don’t miss The Brief, which was hosted by Mike Colson.

Utilizing Artificial Intelligence for Forest Monitoring

By Ethan James
On June 10, 2020,
In Customer Solutions, Education, Public Sector, Research, Sustainability

The risk of wildfires is escalating in the western United States, with the frequency of large wildfires and the area they devastate increasing dramatically over the past fifty years. This heightened danger has led researchers to explore ways to assess wildfire risks, enabling timely evacuations before catastrophic fires threaten communities.

Transforming K12 Education through Cloud Technology

By Sarah Thompson and Adam Miller
On June 10, 2020,
In Best Practices, Customer Solutions, Education, K12, Public Sector

K12 educational institutions are evolving by offering secure, on-demand access to learning resources for students. Regardless of whether a district is experienced with cloud technology or just starting out, the cloud breaks down barriers and improves access to applications across various devices. Numerous K12 entities, including schools and educational service agencies, are achieving breakthroughs in their educational models and enhancing student engagement.

Insights from the Louisiana Workforce Development Initiative with AWS Educate

By Lila Reynolds and Mark Johnson
On June 9, 2020,
In Announcements, AWS Educate, Customer Solutions, Education, Higher education, Public Sector

A year ago, Louisiana established a partnership with AWS to introduce a cloud associate degree program statewide through AWS Educate. Collaborating with Governor John Bel Edwards, Greater New Orleans, Inc., and the Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS), this initiative aims to expand cloud computing opportunities across the state’s 12 LCTCS colleges. After the program’s first year, LCTCS provided an update on its growth and ongoing impact.

Exploring Mission Critical Cloud Services for State and Local Governments

By Kim Majerus
On June 5, 2020,
In Amazon Connect, AWS Partner Network, Customer Solutions, Government, Public Sector, Public Sector Partners, Thought Leadership

The latest episode of the “Fix This” podcast mini-series, hosted by Teresa Carlson, vice president of AWS’s worldwide public sector, delves into how cloud services empower state and local governments to provide essential services to their communities. Featured interviews include representatives from West Virginia and Los Angeles County’s Internal Services Department. You can listen to all episodes on streaming platforms like Spotify and iHeartRadio.

AWS Expands Presence in South Africa’s Public Sector

By AWS Public Sector Blog Team
On June 4, 2020,
In Announcements, Customer Solutions, Education, Government, Healthcare, Nonprofit, Public Sector

In April, AWS launched the AWS Africa (Cape Town) Region, further establishing its footprint in South Africa, where numerous public sector organizations are leading technological innovations in the cloud across sectors such as healthcare and education.

Enhancing Election Processes through Cloud Technologies

By AWS Public Sector Blog Team
On June 4, 2020,
In AWS GovCloud (US), Best Practices, Customer Solutions, Government, Public Sector, Public Sector Partners, State or Local Government, Thought Leadership

Amid uncertainty, election officials and political stakeholders remain dedicated to meeting the needs of a dynamic electorate securely and efficiently. Cloud-based solutions from AWS and the AWS Partner Network support election administrators in providing information access, ensuring security and scalability, and streamlining absentee voting processes.

Driving Innovation to Combat COVID-19 and Enhance Urban Living

By Ben Butler
On June 2, 2020,
In Academic medical centers, Customer Solutions, Education, Government, Healthcare, Public Sector, State or Local Government

By leveraging technology and the cloud, AWS aims to tackle urgent global challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and urban improvement. Through our AWS Cloud Innovation Centers (CICs), we foster collaboration with public sector organizations to create digital solutions that address societal needs while offering students practical learning experiences. Discover some of the challenges that CICs have tackled this year.

Advancing Education with Technology

By Chanci Turner
On June 1, 2020,
In Customer Solutions, Education

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