France: IdealCO – a collaborative platform for the public sphere
A management community has been created on the website of the provider of collaborative solutions for public authorities. It is intended for all those who are interested in management, whether directly or indirectly, with the aim of providing tools and encouraging discussion. Monthly online conferences, a digital wall for exchanging resources or sharing experiences and serious games are among the activities offered.
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UK: "Innovation Fellows" to help with strategic projects
The British Government is launching a programme to attract the best talent in strategic areas of the Civil Service. Modelled on a similar initiative in the US, it will select a number of high-potential individuals each year to provide expertise and coordination in five major departmental transformation projects (Foreign Affairs, Defence, Education, Justice and Health).
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Switzerland: a framework contract for the cloud hosting of HR data
Validated by the Federal Council in December 2020, the use of cloud solutions will be implemented in government departments. The provider of the HR information system (SAP) will gradually transfer the data it currently hosts. Rather than a state-owned solution (as in Slovenia), the country has opted for a hybrid model that combines public operators and private providers. All of them will have to comply with the requirements of the Swiss Cloud accreditation label.
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