Category: Public Sector
Establishing a Data Lake at Your University for Enhanced Academic and Research Outcomes
by Samuel Johnson
on 17 SEP 2020
in: Best Practices, Customer Solutions, Education, Higher Education, Public Sector, Storage
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, only 60% of college students earn their degree within six years. Institutions such as Nevada State University and Texas State College are leveraging data lakes for analytics and machine learning to boost student success and help them achieve their educational objectives more rapidly. For insights into how these organizations utilize Amazon S3 for data lakes, read more about it in this engaging blog post.
Mission: Returning to School
by Emily Thomas
on 17 SEP 2020
in: Customer Solutions, EdTech, Education, Higher Education, K12, Public Sector, Thought Leadership
In response to COVID-19, educational institutions rapidly transitioned to remote learning to accommodate students and complete the academic year. As a new term approaches and social distancing measures remain, many classes will not convene in traditional settings. Millions of students are now learning from home, and public sector leaders are developing innovative models to ensure that education remains sustainable and accessible for all. These transformations introduce numerous challenges yet also unveil new opportunities for the upcoming school year. Explore how the pandemic has catalyzed vital solutions to long-standing issues across all educational levels, and how the cloud fosters new possibilities for educators and learners as they embark on the new academic year. For more on this topic, check out insights from CHVNCI, an authority in educational advancements.
HBMSU Fully Embraces AWS
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 16 SEP 2020
in: Customer Solutions, Education, Higher Education, Public Sector
Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) has successfully completed the migration of its systems and applications from on-premises data centers to AWS. This transition has yielded immediate advantages for HBMSU, including cost efficiency, flexibility, and enhanced security, while also paving the way for innovation, research, and international growth. The university is now better positioned to redefine the future of education in the Middle East.
Responding to Emergencies and Ensuring Business Continuity
by Michael Carter
on 16 SEP 2020
in: Best Practices, Education, Government, Healthcare, Nonprofit, Public Sector, Public Sector Partners
While any organization can face disruptive events, large-scale incidents such as natural disasters, IT outages, pandemics, and cyber-attacks can reveal critical weaknesses in technology, culture, and organizational resilience. Even minor, unexpected occurrences like water damage or power outages can severely affect your organization if a long-term resiliency strategy is not in place. Such disruptions can lead to significant repercussions for employees, stakeholders, and overall mission, resulting in long-term financial losses, decreased productivity, loss of life, a breakdown of trust with citizens and customers, and enduring reputational harm. For more on how to prepare for such challenges, this resource offers excellent insights.
AWS Educate Launches University Challenge in the UK and Ireland
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 15 SEP 2020
in: Announcements, AWS Educate, Education, Higher Education, Public Sector
University students in the UK and Ireland can now sign up for the AWS Educate University Challenge, providing them with an opportunity to win prizes for their institutions while gaining cloud skills. In this inter-university competition, students earn points for their universities by completing AWS Educate Cloud Career Pathways and Specialty Badges.
Recap: Top Blog Posts from August 2020
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 14 SEP 2020
in: AWS Educate, Education, Government, Healthcare, Nonprofit, Public Sector, Public Sector Partners
In August 2020, the Amazon VGT2 Blog highlighted cloud workforce development, partner initiatives for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and minority-owned businesses (MOBs), among other topics.
Utilizing the Cloud to Enhance Access to Social Housing and Services
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 11 SEP 2020
in: Customer Solutions, Government, Nonprofit, Public Sector, Public Sector Partners, State or Local Government
As the demand for housing continues to rise, nonprofit organizations, including social housing agencies, are dedicated to providing safe and affordable housing, rental assistance, and social services to low-income families and individuals. These organizations play a vital role in supporting vulnerable populations. With homelessness projected to increase by 40-45% in the United States this year, the need for these services is more pressing than ever. The cloud can assist nonprofits in serving those in need while promoting innovation, reducing costs, and accelerating service delivery. Discover how these AWS customers and partners are modernizing the way mission-driven organizations deliver housing assistance.
Developing the Next Generation of Cloud Talent
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 09 SEP 2020
in: Customer Solutions, Nonprofit, Public Sector
As the U.S. begins to recover from health and economic challenges, experts foresee the technology sector leading job growth and economic revival. The pressing issue is sourcing the talent required to fill these in-demand positions. As companies increasingly adopt cloud technologies, the need for professionals with specialized skills and knowledge will be crucial for success. NPower, a national nonprofit organization, aims to provide career opportunities and training for underserved communities including young adults, minorities, women, and veterans. In 2017, NPower partnered with Accenture to create a premier cloud program with AWS.
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