Dan Chenok

Earlier this year, our Center welcomed proposals describing how existing and emerging technologies will transform how government works and delivers services to the public in light of the impact of COVID-19.  We received many proposals on the thee topics outlined in the request:  1) changing nature of work, 2) reimagining how government delivers services and products to the public, and 3) managing risk and building resilience.

This week marks the 27^th anniversary of the signing of Executive Order 12866, which has set out principles for development and review of Federal agency regulations across the last four Administrations.  The Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) oversees EO 12866; a view of key highlights behind the directive and its amendments provides an informative guid

Blog Co-Author:  Katie Malague, Vice President, Government Effectiveness, Partnership for Public Service

Intelligent automation incorporates AI, blockchain, cloud computing, robotics and other technologies, and is collectively transforming how agencies work—from managing paperwork to using data for decision-making to providing services to customers.

Pressure to do more with less, improve efficiency and reduce cost while meeting citizen needs is challenging government agencies. Intelligent Automation (IA) meets this challenge by transforming work while enabling the workforce to perform more effectively and efficiently.  Powered by artificial intelligence (AI) as part of an integrated platform -- which also includes Robotics Process Automation (RPA), analytics, process management, and digital strategy – IA can improve how federal agencies operate internally and serve customers externally.

Blog Co-Author:  Nick Hart, CEO, Data Coalition

Co-blogger:  David Zaharchuk, Research Director, IBM Institute for Business Value

Margie comes to this role in the Center after a successful career in leading technology-focused organizations and initiatives in government, industry, and the non-profit sectors. Margie’s work as Visiting Fellow will focus on research, speaking, and writing across a broad range of technology and data topics, including cloud computing, analytics, emerging technology, and cybersecurity. 

The views presented are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of the Department of Defense or its Components, nor does it serve as an endorsement of IBM or the Partnership for Public Service, its products, or services.

Guest Blogger:  Chris Yates, Senior Solutions Architect, Red Hat

Eli Whitney, famed inventor of the cotton gin, demonstrated the value of Interchangeable parts in the United States in 1801 to the US Congress, President John Adams, and President Elect Thomas Jefferson. This was a critical demonstration of the impact and value such a feature could bring to the military. Whitney demonstrated the viability and value of interchangeable parts by stripping down several muskets, and then reassembling a functional musket from random parts from the disassembled muskets.

This blog was written by Mark Fisk, Partner – Blockchain Government Lead and COVID-19 Supply Chain Response Lead, IBM

The impact to supply chains during the COVID-19 pandemic and recovery remains a significant concern for both industry and government. Over the past several months, Federal agency leaders have discussed difficulties as they address multiple impacts: