Creating a Culture of Continuous Improvement in Government
Continuous improvement in government isn’t about perfection — it’s about progress. Small, consistent changes can lead to better outcomes for everyone.
Innovation
The “AI Air Gap”: Why Governments Are Digitizing Without Integrating
Governments are racing to adopt AI, yet many struggle. In 2026, success will belong to those who invest in trust, interoperability, and shared purpose.
Simplifying Bureaucracy: Streamlining Processes for Better Outcomes
Simplifying bureaucracy isn’t cutting corners — it’s cutting confusion. Smarter processes empower teams to deliver better results with less frustration.
NextGen Award Winners: Embracing Public Service
“Public service offers a chance to contribute to positive, wide-reaching change.” “I want to truly make a difference and have a direct way to impact society.” “I see the benefits of the things that we do out there, and it just makes me very proud.” These are just a few of the reasons that ourRead… Read more »
Transforming Government Workplaces: The Role of Organizational Leadership
Organizational leadership can turn government workplaces into hubs of trust, inclusion and innovation and help agencies thrive amidst uncertainty.
Micro-Transforms: Big Agency Change from Tiny Experiments
Large-scale transformation feels slow, bureaucratic, and risky. But what if your secret weapon isn’t a grand program, but a portfolio of micro-transforms?
Continuity by Contract: Data/Model Escrow & Exit Rights
Agencies are rushing to adopt AI, but few prepare for what happens when contracts end. Building in continuity is not optional, it’s a resilience imperative.
The Missing Conversation: AI Decommissioning and Succession Planning in Government
Governments are racing to adopt AI, but almost no one is planning for how to retire it. This article explores why AI decommissioning and succession planning are the blind spots executives and consulting partners must confront now to protect compliance, continuity, and trust.
Shadow Procurement: Micro-Purchases and Unvetted AI
Agencies worry about shadow IT, but the quiet risk today is shadow procurement, micro-purchases that bypass governance and bring in unvetted AI.
A Quantum Computing Refresher
The basics of quantum computing can be difficult to understand — and even more difficult to remember. Here are five key points to keep in mind, in commonsense language.