Thursday, July 3, 2025
In this essay, I reflect on the key themes and insights from my conversation with Amanda, exploring how technology informs governance and can shape a better future for local governments and communities.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Earlier this year, the IBM Center for The Business of Government and the National Academy of Public Administration brought together a broad group of experts and stakeholders for a roundtable discussion.
Friday, June 27, 2025
Articles & insights of interest in public management & leadership for the week ending June 27, 2025
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
I’ll unpack the key insights from my dialogue with Faisal Hoque, distill actionable leadership lessons, and provide practical recommendations for government executives to navigate this AI-driven era responsibly and effectively.
Monday, June 23, 2025
In today's rapidly changing world, governments must adapt and evolve to meet the ever-growing needs and expectations of their citizens.
Friday, June 20, 2025
Articles & insights of interest in public management & leadership for the week ending June 20, 2025
Thursday, June 19, 2025
This essay delves into the key insights from the interview, highlighting how Dr. Gore’s PinLeader Path offers practical strategies for fostering effective leadership, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) ethically, building organizational culture, and nurturing talent in constrained bureaucratic environments.
Friday, June 13, 2025
Articles & insights of interest in public management & leadership for the week ending June 13, 2025
Thursday, June 12, 2025
This essay synthesizes the key themes and insights from my conversation on The Business of Government Hour with Mark Raymond, CIO, State of Connecticut, emphasizing the strategic use of technology, the adoption of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), and the cultural and operational shifts driving Connecticut’s digital government agenda.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
The government can draw valuable lessons from both its own past initiatives and established best practices used by private-sector companies facing similar challenges.

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Blogs:

Envisioning the Road Ahead:  The Future of Data and Analytics

Envisioning the Road Ahead:  The Future of Civic Engagement

Envisioning the Road Ahead:  The Future of Artificial Intelligence

Envisioning the Road Ahead:  The Future of Work 

Visions of Government in 2040:  Perspectives on the Future - Leading the Cities of the Future

Visions of Government in 2040:  Citizen-Driven Government - Boundaryless Organizations

Visions of Government in 2040: Networked Government

Visions of Government in 2040: Engaged Government: Five Predictions for 2040

Visions of Government in 2040: Perspectives on the Future -- A Report from Mars

Government Reform over the Past 20 Years - Assessing Risk

Government Reform over the Past 20 Years—Becoming Collaborative

Government Reform over the Past 20 Years - Social Media

Government Reform over the Past 20 Years—Using Data

Government Reform over the Past 20 Years—Managing Performance

Government Reform over the Past 20 Years—Going Digital

Learning from the Past to Anticipate the Future: A New Center Book Assesses the Long Arc of Government Reform

The IBM Center Marks a 20-Year Milestone

Videos: 

Watch a video from our event featuring two panels of academics and government leaders as they reflect on 20 years and look forward 20 years in government.

Watch the highlights of our event filmed by Government Matters.

Press:

"Hope for Reforming Government in Polarized Times?" Government Executive

"Having a consistent OMB DDM can impact federal management more than any specific agenda." Federal News Network

"Learning from Government's Past to Anticipate its Future." Government Executive