IBM Center Research Announcement

Submitted by on Tue, 06/03/2025 - 16:45

The IBM Center for The Business of Government connects research to practice, supporting work by scholars that benefits government through analysis of real-world experience and practical, actionable recommendations. Center reports are intended to spark the imagination—crafting new ways to think about government service delivery and operations by identifying trends, new ideas, and best practices in public management and innovation efforts.

Report Topics

Exploring the Use of IT and Technology in State Governments: A Conversation with Tarek Tomes, Chief Information Officer, State of Minnesota

Submitted by on Mon, 06/02/2025 - 11:24
What is the IT strategy for the State of Minnesota? How is the state leveraging emerging technologies? What major IT Initiatives being pursued? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Tarek Tomes Chief Information Officer for the State of Minnesota.
Broadcast Date: 
Monday, June 2, 2025 - 11:16
Author: 
Tarek Tomes
Audio: 
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Tarek Tomes, CIO, Minnesota

Submitted by on Mon, 06/02/2025 - 11:15
Tarek Tomes serves as the Commissioner of Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) and the State of Minnesota’s Chief Information Officer (CIO), leading state efforts to provide the best possible IT solutions and customer service to the people of Minnesota and our business partners.

Weekly Roundup: May 26-30, 2025

Submitted by on Fri, 05/30/2025 - 15:31

Acquisition/Contracting

The Art of Leadership: A Conversation on Leadership, Resiliency, & Mindset

Submitted by on Wed, 05/28/2025 - 17:42
What are the key qualities of an effective leader? What does it mean to lead in difficult and uncertain times? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more with a select group of recognized thought leaders: Jacqueline Carter, Michael Canic, Chester Elton, and Bob Rosen.
Broadcast Date: 
Monday, January 5, 2026 - 11:00
Author: 
Carter
Canic
Elton
and Rosen
Audio: 
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Anticipatory Governance: Emerging Trends and Disruptions Shaping the Future of Governance

Submitted by on Mon, 05/19/2025 - 11:12
What are Metaruptions? What is anticipatory governance and how can leaders navigate unpredictability with an anticipatory approach? How does storytelling shape the future? Join host Michael J. Keegan as he welcomes back noted futurist Roger Spitz, President of the Disruptive Futures Institute and author of the thought-provoking book Disrupt With Impact on a Special Edition of The Business of Government Hour – Leaders Speak Series.
Broadcast Date: 
Monday, May 19, 2025 - 10:36
Author: 
Roger Spitz
Audio: 
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Recommendations for Improving Payment Integrity

Submitted by on Fri, 05/16/2025 - 10:16

The IBM Center for The Business of Government continues to study how new technologies can be harnessed by government to increase payment integrity and reduce waste, fraud, and abuse. We recently hosted a diverse group of stakeholders for an expert roundtable to discuss actionable, practical strategies for enhancing the integrity of government payments.

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