Using Strategic Mapping to Tackle Cross-Boundary Challenges: A Conversation Prof. John Bryson

Submitted by on Mon, 02/20/2023 - 10:44
What is strategy management at scale? How can strategy mapping help government executives lead their agencies more effectively? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more on a Special Edition of The Business of Government Hour – A Conversation with Authors with Professor John Bryson author of the IBM Center report, Addressing Complex and Cross-Boundary Challenges in Government: The Value of Strategy Mapping.
Broadcast Date: 
Monday, August 7, 2023 - 10:28
Author: 
John M Bryson
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Why so many Federal IT Contracts Fail and what to do about it

Submitted by on Thu, 02/16/2023 - 14:50

A percentage of this goes toward new projects, or what we now refer to as digital transformation. Policy makers in Washington would argue that far too many of these new projects fail, and few would argue with that assessment (though I’d be remiss if I did not also note that lots of government IT projects succeed). Why is that, and what can be done about it?

Weekly Roundup February 10, 2023

Submitted by on Fri, 02/10/2023 - 15:05

Announcing the 2023 Federal 100. Meet the 100 outstanding individuals being honored for going above and beyond in support of federal IT over the past year.

Remembering Professor Carter. Steve Kelman reflects on the former defense secretary's life in government and academia.

Preparing governments for future shocks

Visualizing the Information Domain: A Conversation with Lt. General Mike Nagata, Retired

Submitted by on Mon, 02/06/2023 - 11:03
The Institute for the Study of War and the IBM Center for The Business of Government have launched a collaborative series on Addressing the New Era of Deterrence and Warfare: Visualizing the Information Domain. What is the Information Domain? How has the digital age impacted the national defense calculus? What challenges and opportunities do information operations pose to swift and effective decision-making? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more with my advisor and contributor to the ISW-IBM Center effort retired Lt. General Mike Nagata.
Broadcast Date: 
Monday, February 6, 2023 - 10:58
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Lt. General Michael K. Nagata
Retired
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Lt. General Michael K. Nagata, Retired

Submitted by on Mon, 02/06/2023 - 10:43
Former Director of Strategic Operational Planning for the National Counterterrorism Center Lt. Gen. Michael K. Nagata, U.S. Army (Ret.) is the Strategic Advisor & Senior Vice President for CACI International Inc, and the owner of Hanada Bridge, LLC. He retired from the U.S. Army in 2019 after 38 years on Active Duty, serving 34 years in Army Special Forces. His final government position was Director of Strategic Operational Planning for the National Counterterrorism Center from 2016 to 2019.

Weekly Roundup January 30-February 3, 2023

Submitted by on Fri, 02/03/2023 - 11:28

Pentagon launches management reform institute to address challenges. The U.S. Defense Department launched the Defense Management Institute, an independent research entity (and part of the nonprofit Institute for Defense Analyses), aimed at advancing the Pentagon’s management, organization, performance improvement and enterprise business operations.

Insights for Thriving in Disruption

Submitted by on Thu, 02/02/2023 - 16:13

In our increasingly uncertain, complex, and transforming world,” says Roger Spitz, “the sooner we begin to embrace change and educate ourselves to take action, the better. Disruption is already transforming every aspect of our personal and professional lives and permeates every institution and sector of society. It’s not enough to be aware of the accelerating speed and scope of this change - we must prepare for it.” 

AI and Automation in Tax

Submitted by on Tue, 01/31/2023 - 09:10

In late 2022, we kicked off a series of blogs focused on the role of technology in modernizing tax agencies around the world. Leaders recognize that technology is critical to improving taxpayer service, closing tax gaps, and addressing workforce challenges. Those executives share many ideas with their peers across governments and the commercial world.

Roger Spitz

Submitted by on Mon, 01/30/2023 - 12:37

Based in San Francisco, Roger Spitz is President of Techistential (Climate & Foresight Strategy) and Chairman of the Disruptive Futures Institute. Roger has given over 100 keynote talks globally, is a frequent contributor across leading media, and has delivered guest lectures at many of the world’s most prestigious academic institutions.

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