The Good Government Agenda

Government Executive/Don Kettl

Every new presidential administration since 1993 has come into office by launching a new management agenda. The new administration in 2025 should not do so.  Brand-new research shows that the public wants instead a good government agenda.

Where Have All the Strategic Plans Gone?

PATimes/Andrew Kleine

A strategic plan is a roadmap for overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities, a statement of priorities to guide budget and policy decisions, and a cultural touchstone that aligns the organization to a common purpose. However, my research found not even one of the top 10 cities and counties features a strategic plan link on its homepage. 

Where Data-Driven Decision-Making Can Go Wrong

Harvard Business Review

By employing a systematic approach to the collection and interpretation of information, you can more effectively reap the benefits of the ever-increasing mountain of external and internal data and make better decisions. Here are five pitfalls to avoid.

Resource of the Week:  Determinants of Equity Data Toolkit

King County, WA

King County has identified 15 determinants of equity outlined in Ordinance 16948. These population-level indicators help us better understand disparities and opportunities to make a difference across the communities we serve.