How to Be a Top Federal Disruptor
I’ve had the privilege of recently working for two disruptors in the federal government.
Innovation
Meet the Govie Who Saves Lives with Satellites
Tim Schmit has spent 20 years developing weather satellites that produce the data that goes into the life-saving forecasts that we take for granted.
Developing the Cyber Workforce Through Innovative Hiring and Training
Globally, projections suggest there will be a cybersecurity workforce shortage of 1.8 million by 2022.
Hurdling Tech Barriers with State and Local Innovation
State and local government employees across the country have found themselves in the midst of a technological crisis: outdated infrastructures, higher citizen expectations and IT hiring challenges are just a few of the concerns being raised.
Improving Productivity Through Workplace Culture Innovation
Efficiency is everything in government. That’s why increasing productivity has stepped into the spotlight for government organizations as they seek new methods to serve increasing citizen expectations. But how can government productivity be increased with lacking resources and rampant budget cuts?
Meet the Govie Using Data to Make Our Roads Safer
Data on car accidents is collected by a disparate set of state, federal, and local governments, but by facilitating sharing and access, Ariel Gold is gaining new insights into how our roads work.
Meet the Govie Who’s Fighting Counterfeiting With Nanomaterials
Nanomaterials can be used to create unique patterns on products for identification, using markings that are impossible to replicate.
Case Study: Austin Using Blockchain to Address Homelessness
MyPass Austin is a blockchain-enabled platform that facilitates resident access to vital social and health services by digitizing their identification and other key records.