When Data Rules, Government Innovates

Budgets are getting tighter and resources are being spread thin at the state and local level. One way for governments to stretch their diminishing dollars is to use data to make smarter decisions.

You’re Probably Excluding People In Your Work. Here’s How to Fix It

There is a powerful yet subtle way to increase the inclusivity of women and minorities in your daily work. Write about them. And do it fairly.

3 Ways to Reduce IT Budgets in the Public Sector

Growing up I was told that there’s no such thing as a “free lunch.” While that may be true, it turns out that from IT’s perspective you can get a meal that’s cheap and good for you.

USDA CIO Shares Impact of IT Modernization for Customers, Employees

Self-service portals for customers, more automation and internal dashboards for business operations are some of the changes you can expect to see as USDA undergoes a massive modernization effort.

Protecting Your Most High-Value Assets with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework

We’ve previously talked about adopting the CSF and identifying your most valuable assets and data. Now it’s time to discuss the next phase, Protect, which ensures that data at rest and in transit is secure.

The Virtues of Government Service – The Second Virtue: Creativity

Innovation. WIRED magazine called it “the most important and overused word of the decade.” Here’s how to use innovation to boost creativity in government.

4 Ways to Overcome Age Discrimination for Young Employees

Overcome age discrimination in the federal government by applying these four tips to break through the barriers. Help build the future federal workforce.

5 Tips for New Feds – Laying the Groundwork in Your First Year

The public sector can be daunting. Amidst the sea of new information, here are five tips to help new feds navigate their first year in public service.