John Wright

In this article for Maclean's magazine, I make the case for Canada to lead the charge for a #4DayWeek. 👉 Why it's possible 👉 How organizations make it happen 👉 The impact of AI 👉 The role of governments 👉 How we'll spend the extra time Work Time Reduction

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In 2023, the Government of Canada announced its intent to update their Cloud Adoption Strategy to modernize its hosting. Our latest report explores how the government can prepare for Canada's rapidly changing digital landscape and harness the true value of hyperscale cloud.

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In 2023, the Government of Canada announced its intent to update their Cloud Adoption Strategy to modernize its hosting. Our latest report explores how the government can prepare for Canada's rapidly changing digital landscape and harness the true value of hyperscale cloud.

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🌟 A Game-Changing Day at the AWS Public Sector Symposium in Ottawa! 🌟 Representing LGS, an IBM Company, I had the privilege to dive into groundbreaking innovations reshaping the future of public sector technology. One standout topic was the evolution of cloud financial operations, especially in the federal government. Managing cloud budgets and ensuring operational efficiency pose significant challenges for government organizations, but AWS is stepping up with solutions. Major Challenges: - Visibility & Control: Tracking costs and usage across multiple departments in a large-scale cloud environment is no easy task. Cost Optimization: Preventing overspending while ensuring optimal resource usage is a critical balancing act. - Financial Accountability: How do you maintain flexibility in the cloud while keeping strict financial governance? AWS Solutions: - AWS Cost Explorer & Budgets provide deep visibility and actionable insights, helping government agencies pinpoint cost-saving opportunities and forecast expenses more accurately. - AI-Driven Governance ensures automated recommendations that optimize spending, notifying teams about underutilized resources and potential savings. - Proactive Financial Planning allows agencies to predict and adjust budgets in real-time, shifting from reactive cost management to proactive operations. By implementing these best practices, the federal government can enhance financial efficiency, stay on budget, and unlock greater value from the cloud. Excited to see how these innovations continue to transform financial operations in the public sector! 🚀 #CloudFinancialOperations #PublicSectorInnovation #AWS #CostOptimization #FinOps #GovernmentTransformation #AWSPublicSector #LGS #IBM

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🌐 Protexxa Closes $10M Series A Round to Enhance Cybersecurity Solutions 🌐 Protexxa, a Toronto-based B2B SaaS cybersecurity company founded by Claudette McGowan, has successfully raised $10 million in a Series A funding round. The investment, led by Bell Ventures and supported by notable private investors like Sonia Baxendale and Annette Verschuren, will help Protexxa scale its innovative cybersecurity solutions for businesses. This funding round highlights the growing importance of robust cybersecurity measures in protecting sensitive data and maintaining trust in digital systems. As cyber threats continue to evolve, the need for comprehensive security solutions is more critical than ever. At Delfence, we specialize in Threat Intelligence services that can help your business stay ahead of potential threats and safeguard your digital assets. Trust Hacklint to be your partner in cybersecurity! #CyberSecurity #Protexxa #Delfence #ThreatIntelligence #SeriesA

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Join Alexandra Cutean, Chief Research Officer at the Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC-CTIC), as she unpacks the skills bridging cybersecurity and digital technology sectors. https://hubs.la/Q02yJGgq0 This discussion was part of the "Navigating Canada's Economic Future" webinar, which delved into the "Macroeconomic Analysis of Canada's High Growth Sectors" report—a collaboration between Palette Skills and Deloitte. Explore the report's findings and learn how this research has shaped #UpskillCanada's strategies to align workforce skills with industry demands, fostering a thriving ecosystem for businesses and talent. For the full macroeconomic report, visit https://hubs.la/Q02yJRbc0 #PaletteSkills #UpskillCanada #Cybersecurity #DigitalTechnology #SkillGap #Deloitte #MacroeconomicAnalysis

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CCC plays a unique role in connecting Canadian businesses with the U.S. DoD through direct government to government contracts. Discover how our services ensure contract security and performance, and how you can sell to the U.S. DoD in our eBook. https://hubs.ly/Q02S9cL50 #GovernmentContracts #USDefence #CCC

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Public sector hiring in Alberta is facing increasing pressure—tight budgets, shrinking timelines, and the need for skilled professionals across critical sectors. How can organizations navigate these challenges without compromising quality? Our latest blog dives into practical solutions for streamlining recruitment, from leveraging technology to enhancing compliance and equity, while aligning with the province’s strategic goals. Read on to explore how Alberta’s public sector can meet the demand for talent while maintaining efficiency and transparency. Read the full blog: https://hubs.ly/Q02_7McB0 #PublicSectorHiring #WorkforceDevelopment #RecruitmentStrategy #AlbertaJobs #GovernmentHiring #PublicSector #Innovation #TalentAcquisition #Executrade #AlbertaRecruitment #StrategicHiring #PublicServiceCareers #TalentSolutions #HiringExcellence #WorkforceSolutions

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At this upcoming #DPI Development Day, join us for an essential panel on Collaborative Cybersecurity! This GC panel is relevant in today’s interconnected world, as defending against cyber threats requires collaboration across organizations. Join us for a walkthrough of Canada’s increased threat landscape through to coordinated GC threat response where we will explore how public sector leaders work together to combat threats like ransomware, state-sponsored attacks, and misinformation. Learn how key partners like RCMP and CSIS coordinate their efforts behind the scenes and how the GC Cyber Security Event Management Process (GC CSEMP) ensures a unified, government-wide response. Why attend? - Gain actionable insights on building cybersecurity partnerships - Learn from real-world examples of coordinated threat response - Understand the evolving threat landscape and its impact on your organization This session is crucial for anyone looking to strengthen their cybersecurity strategy through collaboration. #CyberSecurity #DPI Panelists • Darrell Schroer, Deputy Chief, Enterprise Technologies and Solutions (ETS), Communications Security Establishment (Moderator) • Po Tea-Duncan, Chief Information Security Officer of the Government of Canada, Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat • Erin Fox, Director, Threat Assessment Reporting and Planning (TARP), Canadian Centre for Cyber Security • And more... Register here: https://lnkd.in/etSwKsfX

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🔥 Leadership Amidst Tragedy: Conversations with Accenture Canada President During the Ukraine Crisis 🔥 I spoke with Jeffrey Russell, President of Accenture Canada about how he led the organization through a difficult time of history, as his team gathered thousands to discuss the emotional impact of the Ukraine-Russia crisis. Join us as Jeffrey shares stories and insights from their team, affected families, and NGO partners, providing a supportive space for open dialogue and understanding during these challenging times. #UkraineCrisis #EmotionalSupport #CommunityDialogue #MentalHealthMatters #CanadianUkrainians #NGOImpact #SupportiveConversations #CrisisResponse #TogetherWeStand #FamilyConnections LIKE/COMMENT/SHARE if this resonates with you! * * * * * www.elevatedotstrategy.com

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Just one proof point for a quick read: Migrating to AWS can significantly reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) by up to 66 percent for compute, storage, and networking. The outdated perception of cloud being expensive stems from a narrow focus on migration costs, ignoring long-term value such as increased productivity, resilience, agility, and sustainability. Unlike over-provisioning on premises, cloud dynamically adjusts resources, minimizing excess costs.

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Loving the reflections and insights being shared by policy experts Morella Aguirre and Nick Vani from the Ontario Ministry of Red Tape Reduction on using advanced tech and AI to discover red tape in government regulations. Starting with ‘rely on a digital service standard’… The focus on user research, understanding user needs, iterative approaches, starting with an alpha, having multi-disciplinary teams, understanding root causes and rewriting policies - all critical to success Public Sector Network Canada

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