These initial findings examined the inequities that exist among different age groups, ethnic and minority groups, income groups and geographic areas, deeply affecting the lives of people across our region.
Designing a social computing strategy to attract Gen YersTim McAlpine
Gen Yers are the future of the online channel, but attracting them requires a non-traditional approach. Learn how Common Wealth Credit Union's new Young & Free Alberta targets Gen Yers with an integrated marketing and social computing program centered around the youngfreealberta.com microsite. Currency Marketing created an integrated program that included finding and hiring a Gen Y spokesperson to represent the product, the credit union and their generation. Tim McAlpine will speak about the lessons learned on Web 2.0 dos and dont's and how this program is appealing to Gen Yers who have become Common Wealth credit union members.
State Policies Expanding Dependent Coverage to Young Adults in Private Health...soder145
1) State policies expanding dependent health insurance coverage to young adults up to age 26-29 have become increasingly popular, with over 25 states enacting such policies as of 2008.
2) Preliminary analysis found these policies increased young adults' likelihood of being covered as dependents on a private health plan by about 2 to 3 percentage points, offsetting a similar drop in young adults obtaining their own private coverage.
3) The policies did not significantly impact the uninsured rate, suggesting the expanded dependent coverage substituted for other private insurance rather than reducing the number of uninsured. However, the analysis was limited by only a few years of post-policy data in most states.
This study examined differences in HIV status disclosure between men and women in Morocco. The results showed that while similar percentages of men and women disclosed their status to regular sexual partners, women were less likely than men to disclose to family members like fathers and brothers. Women also perceived disclosure as riskier and felt a greater need to hide their status than men. They were more likely to see their initial disclosure as a mistake and to have wanted assistance with disclosure. The challenges women face disclosing in Morocco's socio-cultural context suggest more support is needed to empower women to disclose safely.
'Building for a Rapidly Evolving Mobile Future' Джефф Мориарти, вице-президен...newreporter
'Building for a Rapidly Evolving Mobile Future'
Джефф Мориарти, вице-президент ИД The Boston Globe. Выступление на форуме "Медиа будущего", проведенного 19-21 июня в Москве агентством "РИА Новости"
Bobby Duffy (Twitter: @BobbyIpsosMORI) is Director of the global Ipsos Social Research Institute and is also a Visiting Senior Fellow, King’s College London
Our basic conclusion: What most distinguishes successful areas from Michigan is their concentrations of talent, where talent is defined as a combination of knowledge, creativity and entrepreneurship. Quite simply, in a flattening world, the places with the greatest concentrations of talent win! States and regions without concentrations of talent will have great difficulty retaining or attracting knowledge-based enterprises, nor are they likely to be the place where new knowledge-based enterprises are created.
So retaining and attracting talent is at the heart of growing a high prosperity Michigan. We focus on college educated Millennials because they are the most mobile. Young people are the most likely demographic group to move. And among the young, moving from one state to another is highest for those with a four-year degree or more.
The priorities:
1) Building a culture that is welcoming to all.
2) Creating places where talent – particularly mobile young talent – wants to live. This means expanded public investments in quality of place with an emphasis on vibrant central city neighborhoods.
Designing a social computing strategy to attract Gen YersTim McAlpine
Gen Yers are the future of the online channel, but attracting them requires a non-traditional approach. Learn how Common Wealth Credit Union's new Young & Free Alberta targets Gen Yers with an integrated marketing and social computing program centered around the youngfreealberta.com microsite. Currency Marketing created an integrated program that included finding and hiring a Gen Y spokesperson to represent the product, the credit union and their generation. Tim McAlpine will speak about the lessons learned on Web 2.0 dos and dont's and how this program is appealing to Gen Yers who have become Common Wealth credit union members.
State Policies Expanding Dependent Coverage to Young Adults in Private Health...soder145
1) State policies expanding dependent health insurance coverage to young adults up to age 26-29 have become increasingly popular, with over 25 states enacting such policies as of 2008.
2) Preliminary analysis found these policies increased young adults' likelihood of being covered as dependents on a private health plan by about 2 to 3 percentage points, offsetting a similar drop in young adults obtaining their own private coverage.
3) The policies did not significantly impact the uninsured rate, suggesting the expanded dependent coverage substituted for other private insurance rather than reducing the number of uninsured. However, the analysis was limited by only a few years of post-policy data in most states.
This study examined differences in HIV status disclosure between men and women in Morocco. The results showed that while similar percentages of men and women disclosed their status to regular sexual partners, women were less likely than men to disclose to family members like fathers and brothers. Women also perceived disclosure as riskier and felt a greater need to hide their status than men. They were more likely to see their initial disclosure as a mistake and to have wanted assistance with disclosure. The challenges women face disclosing in Morocco's socio-cultural context suggest more support is needed to empower women to disclose safely.
'Building for a Rapidly Evolving Mobile Future' Джефф Мориарти, вице-президен...newreporter
'Building for a Rapidly Evolving Mobile Future'
Джефф Мориарти, вице-президент ИД The Boston Globe. Выступление на форуме "Медиа будущего", проведенного 19-21 июня в Москве агентством "РИА Новости"
Bobby Duffy (Twitter: @BobbyIpsosMORI) is Director of the global Ipsos Social Research Institute and is also a Visiting Senior Fellow, King’s College London
Our basic conclusion: What most distinguishes successful areas from Michigan is their concentrations of talent, where talent is defined as a combination of knowledge, creativity and entrepreneurship. Quite simply, in a flattening world, the places with the greatest concentrations of talent win! States and regions without concentrations of talent will have great difficulty retaining or attracting knowledge-based enterprises, nor are they likely to be the place where new knowledge-based enterprises are created.
So retaining and attracting talent is at the heart of growing a high prosperity Michigan. We focus on college educated Millennials because they are the most mobile. Young people are the most likely demographic group to move. And among the young, moving from one state to another is highest for those with a four-year degree or more.
The priorities:
1) Building a culture that is welcoming to all.
2) Creating places where talent – particularly mobile young talent – wants to live. This means expanded public investments in quality of place with an emphasis on vibrant central city neighborhoods.
Draft recommendations presented by Chris Kuschel of the Metropolitan Area Planning Council at the second public forum of the Natick Center Plan, February 10, 2016, Natick, MA.
1) The document reviews local control options for regulating recreational marijuana establishments under Massachusetts law. It can adopt time, place and manner restrictions or limit numbers through a regulatory referendum.
2) A regulatory referendum requires a ballot question voted on by residents to prohibit establishments, limit retailers to 20% of liquor licenses, or limit numbers to fewer than medical marijuana facilities. However, a consumption referendum can be forced onto the ballot with 10% of voter signatures.
3) Interpretation of some provisions is unclear, such as what constitutes an "area" where medical marijuana facilities operate. Overall municipalities have some local control but face limitations, especially the risk of consumption referendums beyond their direct control.
The document provides an overview of Massachusetts' Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act, which legalized recreational marijuana use and sales. It discusses the history of medical marijuana in MA, the passage of ballot question 4 in 2016, and outlines the key components of the new law, including allowing personal possession and home cultivation, establishing a regulatory system under the Cannabis Control Commission, implementing licensing for marijuana establishments, and levying a state and local excise tax. A timeline is also presented detailing implementation of the new law between 2017-2019.
http://inarocket.com
Learn BEM fundamentals as fast as possible. What is BEM (Block, element, modifier), BEM syntax, how it works with a real example, etc.
The document discusses how personalization and dynamic content are becoming increasingly important on websites. It notes that 52% of marketers see content personalization as critical and 75% of consumers like it when brands personalize their content. However, personalization can create issues for search engine optimization as dynamic URLs and content are more difficult for search engines to index than static pages. The document provides tips for SEOs to help address these personalization and SEO challenges, such as using static URLs when possible and submitting accurate sitemaps.
10 Insightful Quotes On Designing A Better Customer ExperienceYuan Wang
In an ever-changing landscape of one digital disruption after another, companies and organisations are looking for new ways to understand their target markets and engage them better. Increasingly they invest in user experience (UX) and customer experience design (CX) capabilities by working with a specialist UX agency or developing their own UX lab. Some UX practitioners are touting leaner and faster ways of developing customer-centric products and services, via methodologies such as guerilla research, rapid prototyping and Agile UX. Others seek innovation and fulfilment by spending more time in research, being more inclusive, and designing for social goods.
Experience is more than just an interface. It is a relationship, as well as a series of touch points between your brand and your customer. Here are our top 10 highlights and takeaways from the recent UX Australia conference to help you transform your customer experience design.
For full article, continue reading at https://yump.com.au/10-ways-supercharge-customer-experience-design/
How to Build a Dynamic Social Media PlanPost Planner
Stop guessing and wasting your time on networks and strategies that don’t work!
Join Rebekah Radice and Katie Lance to learn how to optimize your social networks, the best kept secrets for hot content, top time management tools, and much more!
Watch the replay here: bit.ly/socialmedia-plan
The document provides an overview of factors related to retirement planning. It discusses demographic trends such as increasing life expectancies and population aging. It also covers retirement environment factors like healthcare costs and taxes. The document reviews best practices for saving for retirement throughout one's career. It also examines considerations and trends for living in retirement, such as investing strategies and an increasing number of retirees re-entering the workforce.
This document discusses key trends shaping the future of credit unions, including demographic shifts, the rise of digital payments and mobile banking, and the empowerment of consumers through social media and technology. It notes challenges such as new competitors, changing consumer preferences, and the need for business model changes. The future will require credit unions to develop optimized digital channels while also winning in electronic payments to remain competitive. Demographic trends like population aging will also impact credit unions.
D2 Capital Partners: Opportunity For AccessIan Nguyen
The document discusses opportunities for private equity and strategic partnerships in Vietnam. It notes that Vietnam has experienced strong GDP growth driven by domestic consumption and urbanization. However, foreign direct investment in domestic sectors like education, healthcare, and retail has been low, representing opportunities for growth capital. While Vietnam faces some economic challenges, policies aim to sustain growth and manage risks. Overall, the document outlines several attractive sectors in Vietnam, such as real estate and consumer, for private equity investment.
Regional and urban competitiveness a case study for indiaDr. Amit Kapoor
This document discusses assessing India's regional and urban competitiveness through a case study. It provides background on the Institute for Competitiveness in India, which conducts research and advisory services on competition and competitiveness. The document then analyzes India's manufacturing competitiveness compared to other countries like China, highlighting that India needs state-specific approaches to consolidate manufacturing and attract more investment and innovation.
The document discusses 4 critical factors for reducing volatility and maximizing investment returns:
1. Reduce volatility through strategies that buy markets instead of individual stocks.
2. Optimize portfolio construction to capture upside while managing downside risk.
3. Reduce expenses and fees which can significantly impact long-term returns.
4. Reduce taxes through tax-efficient investing to keep more of the returns.
This document summarizes the key findings of the Life in Transition Survey conducted in 2006 across 28 transition countries and Turkey. It finds that while only 30% believe life is better now than in 1989, most people are satisfied with their current lives and believe the future will be better for their children. Support for democracy and markets is strong overall but varies across regions. Trust in institutions is generally low compared to before 1989 but higher for the presidency, armed forces, and courts. Corruption remains problematic especially in some public services. Education and pensions are top public spending priorities.
The document summarizes key findings from a survey of 29,000 households in 28 transition countries and Turkey regarding various social, economic, and political issues. Some of the main results presented include:
- Only 30% believe life is better now than in 1989, though most are now satisfied with their lives and optimistic about their children's futures.
- Support for democracy and markets is strong overall but varies significantly across regions.
- Trust in institutions is generally low compared to pre-1989 levels, though some like the military retain more trust than others like government and political parties.
- Corruption remains a significant problem, especially in some sectors like education and healthcare.
Nrf13 brasil varejo holiday shopping 2013Brasil Varejo
Cotter Cunningham, CEO of WhaleShark Media, discusses key retail and technology trends for 2013 including the growing influence of mobile devices on customer shopping behavior. He emphasizes that retailers must embrace mobile, leverage big data to create personalized shopping experiences, and operate cohesively across online and offline channels to meet rising consumer expectations around immediacy, choice and convenience.
Mark McCrindle Australian Communities Forum: Communities DefinedMark McCrindle
Mark McCrindle of McCrindle Research presented this at The Australian Communities Forum in November 2012 in Sydney. It outlines 5 key demographic shifts occurring in Australia, a demographic snapshot of what Australia would look like if it were 100 households, and 8 key factors around how communities operate.
This document analyzes major data sources on the U.S. nonprofit sector from 2000-2010. It finds that: 1) nonprofits are a major employer, employing over 10 million people or 10% of private sector employment; 2) they are significant service providers, especially in education and health; 3) nonprofit employment grew dynamically at 2.1% annually compared to a 0.6% decline for for-profits; 4) nonprofits proved resilient during the recession; and 5) they face increasing competition from for-profit firms in some industries like education and healthcare.
What is SoLoMo, and why is it important for marketers? We explore the reasons why location-based mobile social is gaining momentum all over the world, and share 7 case studies of best-in-class SoLoMo marketing.
The document summarizes internet usage trends in Vietnam based on a survey of over 5,800 people across 12 urban centers. It finds that internet penetration has grown significantly beyond just men in major cities and higher income groups. Specifically:
1) Over half (58%) of Vietnam's urban population is now online, including 50% of women and those in smaller tier 2 cities and lower socioeconomic classes.
2) Mobile internet usage is growing rapidly, surpassing desktop computers, and will drive further expansion beyond major cities as mobile allows for smaller screens and on-the-go access.
3) Marketers need to engage users across more diverse demographics through mobile and social networks to capture Vietnam's expanding digital
The document summarizes internet usage trends in Vietnam based on a 2012 survey of over 5,800 Vietnamese internet users. Some key findings:
1. Internet penetration has grown significantly, with over 35% of Vietnam's population now online.
2. Usage has expanded beyond just men in major cities - over half of women and those in smaller cities are now online.
3. Mobile internet access is growing rapidly, and will likely allow users in rural areas to skip owning a PC and go straight to mobile access.
The document summarizes internet usage trends in Vietnam based on a survey of over 5,800 people across 12 urban centers. It finds that internet penetration has grown significantly beyond just men in major cities and higher income groups. Specifically:
1) Over half (58%) of Vietnam's population is now online, including 50% of women and those in smaller tier 2 cities and lower socioeconomic classes.
2) Mobile internet usage is growing rapidly, surpassing desktop computers, and will allow rural users to skip personal computers and access the internet directly on their phones.
3) As mobile devices become the primary way people in Vietnam go online, companies need to engage consumers on social networks and through location-based mobile
Draft recommendations presented by Chris Kuschel of the Metropolitan Area Planning Council at the second public forum of the Natick Center Plan, February 10, 2016, Natick, MA.
1) The document reviews local control options for regulating recreational marijuana establishments under Massachusetts law. It can adopt time, place and manner restrictions or limit numbers through a regulatory referendum.
2) A regulatory referendum requires a ballot question voted on by residents to prohibit establishments, limit retailers to 20% of liquor licenses, or limit numbers to fewer than medical marijuana facilities. However, a consumption referendum can be forced onto the ballot with 10% of voter signatures.
3) Interpretation of some provisions is unclear, such as what constitutes an "area" where medical marijuana facilities operate. Overall municipalities have some local control but face limitations, especially the risk of consumption referendums beyond their direct control.
The document provides an overview of Massachusetts' Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act, which legalized recreational marijuana use and sales. It discusses the history of medical marijuana in MA, the passage of ballot question 4 in 2016, and outlines the key components of the new law, including allowing personal possession and home cultivation, establishing a regulatory system under the Cannabis Control Commission, implementing licensing for marijuana establishments, and levying a state and local excise tax. A timeline is also presented detailing implementation of the new law between 2017-2019.
http://inarocket.com
Learn BEM fundamentals as fast as possible. What is BEM (Block, element, modifier), BEM syntax, how it works with a real example, etc.
The document discusses how personalization and dynamic content are becoming increasingly important on websites. It notes that 52% of marketers see content personalization as critical and 75% of consumers like it when brands personalize their content. However, personalization can create issues for search engine optimization as dynamic URLs and content are more difficult for search engines to index than static pages. The document provides tips for SEOs to help address these personalization and SEO challenges, such as using static URLs when possible and submitting accurate sitemaps.
10 Insightful Quotes On Designing A Better Customer ExperienceYuan Wang
In an ever-changing landscape of one digital disruption after another, companies and organisations are looking for new ways to understand their target markets and engage them better. Increasingly they invest in user experience (UX) and customer experience design (CX) capabilities by working with a specialist UX agency or developing their own UX lab. Some UX practitioners are touting leaner and faster ways of developing customer-centric products and services, via methodologies such as guerilla research, rapid prototyping and Agile UX. Others seek innovation and fulfilment by spending more time in research, being more inclusive, and designing for social goods.
Experience is more than just an interface. It is a relationship, as well as a series of touch points between your brand and your customer. Here are our top 10 highlights and takeaways from the recent UX Australia conference to help you transform your customer experience design.
For full article, continue reading at https://yump.com.au/10-ways-supercharge-customer-experience-design/
How to Build a Dynamic Social Media PlanPost Planner
Stop guessing and wasting your time on networks and strategies that don’t work!
Join Rebekah Radice and Katie Lance to learn how to optimize your social networks, the best kept secrets for hot content, top time management tools, and much more!
Watch the replay here: bit.ly/socialmedia-plan
The document provides an overview of factors related to retirement planning. It discusses demographic trends such as increasing life expectancies and population aging. It also covers retirement environment factors like healthcare costs and taxes. The document reviews best practices for saving for retirement throughout one's career. It also examines considerations and trends for living in retirement, such as investing strategies and an increasing number of retirees re-entering the workforce.
This document discusses key trends shaping the future of credit unions, including demographic shifts, the rise of digital payments and mobile banking, and the empowerment of consumers through social media and technology. It notes challenges such as new competitors, changing consumer preferences, and the need for business model changes. The future will require credit unions to develop optimized digital channels while also winning in electronic payments to remain competitive. Demographic trends like population aging will also impact credit unions.
D2 Capital Partners: Opportunity For AccessIan Nguyen
The document discusses opportunities for private equity and strategic partnerships in Vietnam. It notes that Vietnam has experienced strong GDP growth driven by domestic consumption and urbanization. However, foreign direct investment in domestic sectors like education, healthcare, and retail has been low, representing opportunities for growth capital. While Vietnam faces some economic challenges, policies aim to sustain growth and manage risks. Overall, the document outlines several attractive sectors in Vietnam, such as real estate and consumer, for private equity investment.
Regional and urban competitiveness a case study for indiaDr. Amit Kapoor
This document discusses assessing India's regional and urban competitiveness through a case study. It provides background on the Institute for Competitiveness in India, which conducts research and advisory services on competition and competitiveness. The document then analyzes India's manufacturing competitiveness compared to other countries like China, highlighting that India needs state-specific approaches to consolidate manufacturing and attract more investment and innovation.
The document discusses 4 critical factors for reducing volatility and maximizing investment returns:
1. Reduce volatility through strategies that buy markets instead of individual stocks.
2. Optimize portfolio construction to capture upside while managing downside risk.
3. Reduce expenses and fees which can significantly impact long-term returns.
4. Reduce taxes through tax-efficient investing to keep more of the returns.
This document summarizes the key findings of the Life in Transition Survey conducted in 2006 across 28 transition countries and Turkey. It finds that while only 30% believe life is better now than in 1989, most people are satisfied with their current lives and believe the future will be better for their children. Support for democracy and markets is strong overall but varies across regions. Trust in institutions is generally low compared to before 1989 but higher for the presidency, armed forces, and courts. Corruption remains problematic especially in some public services. Education and pensions are top public spending priorities.
The document summarizes key findings from a survey of 29,000 households in 28 transition countries and Turkey regarding various social, economic, and political issues. Some of the main results presented include:
- Only 30% believe life is better now than in 1989, though most are now satisfied with their lives and optimistic about their children's futures.
- Support for democracy and markets is strong overall but varies significantly across regions.
- Trust in institutions is generally low compared to pre-1989 levels, though some like the military retain more trust than others like government and political parties.
- Corruption remains a significant problem, especially in some sectors like education and healthcare.
Nrf13 brasil varejo holiday shopping 2013Brasil Varejo
Cotter Cunningham, CEO of WhaleShark Media, discusses key retail and technology trends for 2013 including the growing influence of mobile devices on customer shopping behavior. He emphasizes that retailers must embrace mobile, leverage big data to create personalized shopping experiences, and operate cohesively across online and offline channels to meet rising consumer expectations around immediacy, choice and convenience.
Mark McCrindle Australian Communities Forum: Communities DefinedMark McCrindle
Mark McCrindle of McCrindle Research presented this at The Australian Communities Forum in November 2012 in Sydney. It outlines 5 key demographic shifts occurring in Australia, a demographic snapshot of what Australia would look like if it were 100 households, and 8 key factors around how communities operate.
This document analyzes major data sources on the U.S. nonprofit sector from 2000-2010. It finds that: 1) nonprofits are a major employer, employing over 10 million people or 10% of private sector employment; 2) they are significant service providers, especially in education and health; 3) nonprofit employment grew dynamically at 2.1% annually compared to a 0.6% decline for for-profits; 4) nonprofits proved resilient during the recession; and 5) they face increasing competition from for-profit firms in some industries like education and healthcare.
What is SoLoMo, and why is it important for marketers? We explore the reasons why location-based mobile social is gaining momentum all over the world, and share 7 case studies of best-in-class SoLoMo marketing.
The document summarizes internet usage trends in Vietnam based on a survey of over 5,800 people across 12 urban centers. It finds that internet penetration has grown significantly beyond just men in major cities and higher income groups. Specifically:
1) Over half (58%) of Vietnam's urban population is now online, including 50% of women and those in smaller tier 2 cities and lower socioeconomic classes.
2) Mobile internet usage is growing rapidly, surpassing desktop computers, and will drive further expansion beyond major cities as mobile allows for smaller screens and on-the-go access.
3) Marketers need to engage users across more diverse demographics through mobile and social networks to capture Vietnam's expanding digital
The document summarizes internet usage trends in Vietnam based on a 2012 survey of over 5,800 Vietnamese internet users. Some key findings:
1. Internet penetration has grown significantly, with over 35% of Vietnam's population now online.
2. Usage has expanded beyond just men in major cities - over half of women and those in smaller cities are now online.
3. Mobile internet access is growing rapidly, and will likely allow users in rural areas to skip owning a PC and go straight to mobile access.
The document summarizes internet usage trends in Vietnam based on a survey of over 5,800 people across 12 urban centers. It finds that internet penetration has grown significantly beyond just men in major cities and higher income groups. Specifically:
1) Over half (58%) of Vietnam's population is now online, including 50% of women and those in smaller tier 2 cities and lower socioeconomic classes.
2) Mobile internet usage is growing rapidly, surpassing desktop computers, and will allow rural users to skip personal computers and access the internet directly on their phones.
3) As mobile devices become the primary way people in Vietnam go online, companies need to engage consumers on social networks and through location-based mobile
Mobile users are leaping forward in Vietnam, with lesser cities and rural users expected to leapfrog the PC journey. While internet usage among youth is saturated, mobile adoption is expected to significantly grow among those aged 35 and older, changing the online journey. As consumers spend more time online at home competing with or complementing TV, advertising needs to follow consumer eyeballs online where 9 in 10 rely on the internet for news over entertainment. However, trust remains a barrier to online purchasing.
Mobile users are leaping forward in Vietnam, with lesser cities and rural users expected to leapfrog the PC journey. While internet usage among youth is saturated, mobile adoption is expected to significantly grow among those aged 35 and older, changing the online journey. As consumers spend more time online at home competing with or complementing TV, advertising needs to follow consumer eyeballs online where 9 in 10 rely on the internet for news over entertainment. However, trust remains a barrier to online purchasing.
Vietnam internet users usage survey cimigo-net citizens-2012Vu Hung Nguyen
The document summarizes internet usage trends in Vietnam based on a survey of over 5,800 people across 12 urban centers. It finds that internet penetration has grown significantly beyond just men in major cities and higher income groups. Specifically:
1) Over half (58%) of Vietnam's population is now online, including 50% of women and those in smaller tier 2 cities and lower socioeconomic classes.
2) Mobile internet usage is growing rapidly, surpassing desktop computers, and will drive further expansion beyond major cities as mobile allows for smaller screens and on-the-go access.
3) Marketers need to engage users across more diverse demographics through mobile and social networks to capture Vietnam's expanding digital audience
Mobile users are leaping forward in Vietnam, with lesser cities and rural users expected to leapfrog the PC journey. While internet usage among youth is saturated, mobile adoption is expected to significantly grow among those aged 35 and older, changing the online journey. As consumers spend more time online at home competing with or complementing TV, businesses need to follow consumer eyeballs by engaging in the dialogue and leading the development of e-commerce and mechanisms to build trust in online purchasing.
Mobile users are leaping forward in Vietnam, with lesser cities and rural users expected to leapfrog the PC journey. While internet usage among youth is saturated, mobile adoption is expected to significantly grow among those aged 35 and older, changing the online journey. As consumers spend more time online at home competing with or complementing TV, businesses need to follow consumer eyeballs by engaging in the dialogue and leading the development of e-commerce and mechanisms to build trust in online purchasing.
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An MIT spinoff called Optimus Ride is developing self-driving vehicle technology. The company was founded by Ryan Chin, a PhD from MIT who worked on several autonomous vehicle projects there. Optimus Ride aims to provide safe, sustainable, and equitable mobility solutions through their technology, which could unlock over $1 trillion in annual savings according to a Morgan Stanley report.
The Mass Drive Clean campaign was created in 2015 using funding from the John Merck Fund to promote electric vehicles (EVs) through test drive events. The campaign was piloted in Massachusetts and San Diego in 2015 and continued in 2016 with local funding. In 2016, the John Merck Fund provided seed funding to expand the campaign into Connecticut and Rhode Island. According to post-test drive surveys, over 70% of participants were more favorably inclined towards EVs and 70% said they were more likely to purchase one after the test drive experience. The next steps of the Mass Drive Clean campaign are to reach a larger, more diverse group of state residents, continue educating about incentives and models, and provide more experiential events
This document summarizes Boston's efforts to research and test autonomous vehicles. It discusses the city's goals of improving safety, access, and mobility. The mayor's office has formed research partnerships and begun testing AVs on city streets. Testing has involved different vehicles and conditions. The document also examines potential AV business models and their impacts. It outlines Boston's work in areas like workforce development and governance to help guide the integration of this new technology.
Electric vehicles (EVs) provide environmental benefits by reducing emissions even when powered by coal-based electricity. EVs also offer lower fuel and maintenance costs compared to gas vehicles. Massachusetts currently has hundreds of EV charging stations and provides incentives for purchasing EVs and installing chargers. Upcoming events will give people test drives to experience EVs firsthand and help more drivers switch to these cleaner vehicles.
The document summarizes an innovative mobility panel at a MAPC Fall Council meeting. The panel discussed the rise of electric vehicles and autonomous vehicles, and how transportation is the largest source of greenhouse gases in Massachusetts. They also addressed critical areas for state and local governments to consider regarding regulatory frameworks, data, land use impacts, infrastructure and parking for new mobility technologies. The panelists represented organizations working on these issues like MAPC, DOER, Optimus Rides, the City of Boston and Reach Strategies.
This document summarizes a presentation on equity in the Metro Boston region. It discusses goals for increasing equity, including reducing segregation, improving access to affordable housing and food, and increasing opportunities for advancement for workers of color. It then reviews trends related to equity across different life stages and demographics since 2011. Key metrics like income inequality, low birth weight, test scores, incarceration rates, labor force participation, and housing cost burden show both improvements in some disparities but also growing inequities in other areas. The presentation concludes that inequity remains significant and is growing, but that policy interventions can help advance equity, though continued work is still needed.
The document discusses municipal IT collaboration between local governments and school departments. It provides examples of how the Town of Foxborough, MA and Foxborough Public Schools have collaborated on their joint IT operations. They have formed a technology steering committee with stakeholders to identify common needs, prioritize projects, and oversee the shared IT department. The collaboration has allowed them to hire additional IT staff and achieve cost savings while improving services. Overcoming barriers involves managing expectations, communication, and planning for the future.
The document outlines Arlington's IT strategic planning process, including putting together a team, engaging stakeholders, and setting benchmarks. It discusses the core components of the plan, including establishing a vision and mission, inventorying existing IT systems, and defining action steps and measurable outcomes. The plan aims to define the role of the IT department, improve relationships with stakeholders, manage the IT workload, and analyze the network.
The document summarizes the state of IT in Massachusetts government and outlines MassIT's priorities and initiatives to improve digital services. MassIT aims to drive digital transformation across state agencies and support local governments. It discusses findings from an IT review that found low citizen satisfaction with digital services and immature security practices. MassIT plans to invest in core infrastructure, partner with local governments, and facilitate regional collaboration on IT projects and shared services.
We have hired 1 person for IT, saving $25,000 while strengthening our dedicated fiber and adding 24/7 support. IT regionalization has allowed us to hire more staff and save money by sharing resources, making our technology infrastructure more robust with around-the-clock assistance.
The Town of Ashland has a thriving community with engaged residents, businesses, and leaders who work together toward common goals of sustainability, regional collaboration, and excellence in schools. Ashland maintains a strong infrastructure and economy with diverse housing, retail, work, and community spaces. The town is committed to environmental stewardship and transportation options while supporting a vibrant downtown, neighborhoods, and quality of life for all ages and backgrounds.
The Town of Ashland has a thriving community with engaged residents, businesses, and leaders who work together towards common goals of sustainability, regional collaboration, and excellence in education. Ashland maintains a strong infrastructure and economy to support its diverse population with various housing, transportation, employment, and environmental opportunities. The community aims to be sustainable, vibrant, and welcoming to all ages through coordinated efforts outlined in the Ashland Comprehensive Plan.
The document outlines draft land use, housing, economic development, and transportation goals for Ashland. For land use, the top three priorities should be GOAL 1 (accommodate development/preservation through zoning), GOAL 2 (support mixed-use development), and GOAL 3 (consider form-based code). For housing, the top three are GOAL 1 (preserve affordability), GOAL 3 (ensure affordability throughout town), and GOAL 6 (promote diverse/affordable housing). For economic development, the top three are GOAL 1 (vibrant development along corridors/downtown), GOAL 2 (provide planning/technical assistance), and GOAL 3 (implement public facilities/utilities
The document summarizes a community forum held in Ashland, Massachusetts to discuss updating the town's comprehensive plan. It provides an overview of the comprehensive planning process and progress made so far in developing Ashland's plan, including outreach activities and draft goals in key areas like land use, housing, economic development, and transportation. The forum included a presentation of the draft community vision statement and goals, followed by small group discussions for residents to provide input and prioritize goals to guide future growth. The next steps in the planning process were also outlined.
The document summarizes a plan for Natick Center that incorporates previous planning efforts and public input. Some key points:
- Previous plans from 1980-2000s addressed facilities, parking, and design issues.
- Natick's population is growing and its households are shrinking, increasing demand for multi-family and smaller housing units.
- New developments have contributed students to schools, though less than single-family homes typically.
- Most people walk to the commuter rail station, and ridership has increased in recent years.
- The plan gathers public input on housing, retail, transportation, and parking preferences to develop a vision for Natick Center's future.
The document provides information from MAPC's Fall 2015 Council meeting. It includes summaries and data from several MAPC projects:
- An inventory of 169 MAPC projects from the past year that advance MetroFuture goals such as sustainable growth, housing, and transportation. Transportation and healthy environment were the most common project categories.
- A discussion of regional ballot initiatives to raise funds for transportation projects and how Massachusetts municipalities can pursue similar initiatives.
- A project to engage immigrant small business owners in downtown Framingham through outreach efforts and a business owner story tour.
- Planning work in Chelsea around housing, jobs, and health through the lens of equity and quality of life near transit infrastructure.
- A project in Quin
Tim Reardon, Assistant Director of Data Services of the Metropolitan Area Planning Council testifies at a hearing of the Massachusetts Joint Housing Committee.
This document contains a map of New England showing the states of Connecticut, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont. The map also shows various highways and interstates in the region and contains data on average adult asthma rates by municipality from 2008-2010, with Chelsea, Massachusetts highlighted as having among the highest rates.
This document contains a map of Chelsea, MA showing the percentage of cost burdened households in each census tract, proposed locations for new Silver Line commuter rail stations, existing commuter rail and bus routes, study area boundaries, and proposed bike infrastructure improvements. The census tracts are categorized by percentages ranging from less than 40% of households that are cost burdened up to more than 65%. Several proposed station locations and routes for new bike lanes, cycle tracks, and shared use paths are also illustrated on the map.
1. What is the State of Equity
in Metro Boston?
an equitable region, where “all people have full and equal access to opportunities
that enable them to attain their full potential” is one featuring a diverse labor force
prepared for the region’s knowledge economy; healthy residents and low health
care costs; and communities where people of different ages, incomes, races and
ethnicities have real options to live, work, learn and play side by side. metrofuture,
the region’s plan for growth through the year 2030, directs us to achieve this vision
by eliminating unfair, preventable, and systematic differences between groups that
not only harm individuals and families, but threaten the vibrancy of our region.
The MetroFuture region is one where:
• A wider diversity of housing types are built in all of the region’s communities (Goal #16), helping to combat racial/
ethnic and income-based segregation (Goal #15),
• Historically disadvantaged communities are healthier, with increased access to healthy food (Goal #24), green space
(Goal #23), better air quality (Goal #22) and medical care (Goal #26),
• healthy and convenient transportation options are available throughout the region, particularly in traditionally under-
served areas (Goal #44).
• All of the region’s residents are equipped with all of the tools they need to succeed in today’s economy (Goal #29), and
resources for small businesses and first-time homeowners will help many build wealth for future generations (Goal #38).
The State of Equity is the first report in MAPC’s Regional Indicators program, which establishes a baseline for our
equity-related indicators and will track the region’s progress towards its goals. The full report, along with policy
recommendations and a website, will be released later in 2011. This handout contains the report’s preliminary findings.
Demography is Destiny DiviDeD we fall
Metro Boston is changing. Inequitable income distribution and highly segregated
residential patterns not only harm individuals
These demographic trends will have huge impacts on
throughout their lives, but hinder Metro Boston’s
the region in decades to come, and the face of the
potential for equitable growth and prosperity. They
region in 2030 will look substantially different than it
are also systematic factors that underpin or exacerbate
did in 2010.
many of the other findings in this report.
the youngest among the region is income inequality is the region our regressive tax
our population
us are our most increasingly high in metro Boston, is highly structure worsens income
is aging
diverse residents foreign-born and it’s growing segregated inequality
We credit King County, Washington, a pioneer in integrating the social justice and equity perspective into a government agency’s work, with this definition.
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www.mapc.org • Metropolitan Area Planning Council • www.metrofuture.org
2. ...YOUNG ADULTS, as they try to learn,
stay safe and establish independence. Inequity Impacts Us All... ...CHILDREN, as they try to grow up
healthy, learn, and play.
10th Grade Math MCAS Scores, 2009 - 2010
MAPC
...SENIORS, as they try to remain active,
100%
Percent Proficient or Advanced
90%
80% retire comfortably, and stay connected.
70%
60%
50% Metro Boston Grandparents Responsible for Grandchildren,
Below the Poverty Line, 2009
40%
20%
30%
18%
20%
16%
10%
0% 14%
Latino-Hispanic Black/African White Asian 12%
American
10%
Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, 2009-10. Average
8% percent
below poverty
6% line across all
African American and Latino teens enter 4% family types
the workforce less prepared for the region’s 2%
(9.3%)
White children and children of color rarely
grow up side-by-side in MetroBoston.
knowledge economy. 0%
Not responsible for Responsible for
grandchildren grandchildren
Source: ACS 2009, 1-year MSA, data.
High School Dropout Rates, 2009
25%
Grandparents raising grandchildren are
Statewide
Dropout
20%
Rate
MAPC
especially impacted by poverty.
Dropout
15% Rate
March 1
10%
5%
...ADULTS, as they try to make a good
0% living, build a home, and stay healthy.
All students Black/African White Asian Latino/Hispanic
American
Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, 2009. Indicates the percentage of students in grades 9-12 who
dropped out of school between July 1 and June 30 prior to the listed year and who did not return to school by the following October 1.
Dropouts are defined as students who leave school prior to graduation for reasons other than transfer to another school.
About half of all renters in the region are Health disparities result in high hospital-
cost-burdened by housing. ization rates for some minority groups.
Median Housing Cost Burden for Age Adjusted Rate of Hospitalizations due to Hypertension
Massachusetts Renters and Owners
250
35% Black, Non-Hispanic
Hospitalizations per 100,000 people
Median of gross
rent as a
30% 200
percentage of Hispanic
household income
25%
150 Asian / Pacific
20% Islander, Non-Hispanic
Median of selected
15% monthly owner White, Non-Hispanic
costs as a 100
percentage of
10% household income MAPC Average
5%
The foreclosure crisis hit urban and 50
0%
minority neighborhoods first and hardest. 31.98
0
1999 2009
MAPC Massachusetts Total
Source: Census 2000 and ACS 2009 1-year estimate data. Black bars indicate a 90% confidence interval
Note: Black bars indicate a 95% confidence interval. Source: MassCHIP, Massachusetts DPH, 2003-2008
March 1, 2011