Using Data to Tell Stories of Impact
Metrics and data can help illustrate the value of government’s scientific research — but finding that data can be difficult.
Analytics
Simplifying Backup in a Complex Data World
As more data is collected and shared, backup becomes more difficult — and more important. A single approach can reduce complexity and improve security.
Finding Data Catalogs Drive Agency Missions
Data catalogs give agencies more and better opportunities to solve mission-critical problems, avoid costly errors, and empower employees to work better.
Analytics Draw a Complete Data Picture
To harness data in service to the mission, agencies need to leverage all available data, and make analytics accessible to the business side of operations.
How to Stop Worrying About IT and Focus on the Data
Data storage that relies on legacy technology can hamper the performance and efficiency of an agency’s IT environment. But a flash-based approach can be transformative.
Secure Data, Secure Decision-Making
As data increases, it becomes more difficult for agencies to store, share and secure it, both internally and with other organizations.
Finding Data Relationships
Marshaling all their data can help agencies provide stronger and more complete services. Here’s what you need to bring your data to bear.
How Open Source Database Technology Can Support Transformation
In many organizations, the prospect of replacing legacy database systems can seem daunting because those systems often are deeply embedded in agency operations. But installing a new system doesn’t have to mean ripping out your old one.
How Data and Analytics Can Strengthen State Workforce Ecosystems
Workforce ecosystems are fragile and need constant tending. To strengthen them, state and local governments should harness data and analytics.
The Value of Design-led Thinking
Design-led innovation constantly experiments, responds to feedback, avoids preconceived notions, and embraces diversity. It cares about both what users say and how they say it. And a design-led approach is more likely to succeed than less open and inclusive options.