Teri Takai, chief programs officer for the Center for Digital Government, and Todd Gustafson, head of U.S. public sector for HP, explore how state and local governments can improve support for hybrid work environments through thoughtful technology integration and cultural shifts. The discussion highlights practical strategies like informal “coffee talk” meetups to foster connection, and the need for seamless, smart meeting technology to reduce friction in hybrid settings. They also introduce the role of telemetry in proactively managing device health and cybersecurity, giving IT leaders real-time insight to improve user experience and reduce support burdens.
SHOW NOTES
Here are the top-five takeaways from this episode:
- Hybrid Work is Here to Stay—But It’s Not One-Size-Fits-All
Hybrid work in government demands thoughtful integration of people, process and technology. Agencies must support flexible arrangements while fostering collaboration and accountability. - In-Person Collaboration Sparks Innovation
Face-to-face interaction drives creativity and complex problem-solving in ways virtual meetings often cannot. CIOs are encouraging strategic office time to unlock innovation and deeper engagement among teams. - Fixing the Broken Meeting Experience
Technical setup delays cost valuable time and frustrate users. Emerging solutions are helping streamline conference room experiences so employees can focus on collaboration, not connectivity. - Digital Equity in Hybrid Meetings
Visual and audio inconsistencies can cause imbalance in hybrid meetings. Technologies that equalize camera angles, voice levels and engagement help ensure everyone — remote or in-room — has a fair and effective presence. - Understanding Telemetry: Beyond IT Monitoring
Device telemetry offers a real-time health score for government devices without compromising privacy. This enables IT teams to address issues like outdated drivers or OS versions before they disrupt productivity.
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