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Analytics and Evaluation What went wrong with DATA Act pilot? Carten Cordell, Federal Times Four senators want to know why OMB is behind on a pilot program meant to increase transparency and cost savings. Using Data for Action and for … Continue reading →

Performance Management Management 101: It really does work Steve Kelman, Federal Computer Week New research that shows several “best practices” do indeed measurable improve organizational performance. Analytics/Evaluation OMB releases DATA Act reminder as 1-year countdown starts Meredith Somers, Federal News … Continue reading →

Analytics/Evaluation Hundreds of comments shape final Data Act schema Zach Noble, Federal Computer Week Treasury has released its finalized playbook, the Data Act Information Model Schema (DAIMS). 4 Reasons Data Analytics Often Fail Tod Newcombe, Governing But despite all the successful … Continue reading →

Performance Management Performance Management on the Front Line John Kamensky, Governing By showing what’s possible, a Tennessee child-services provider has built a national reputation. Analytics/Evaluation DATA Act a good thing, but implementation a struggle for some agencies Meredith Somers, Federal … Continue reading →

Performance Management Bad performance metrics revisited Steve Kelman, Federal Computer Week What does it take to make sure managers are measuring the right things? Analytics/Evaluation Obama Administration’s New Performance Grade: Improved, But Work Remains Patrick Lester, Government Executive The Obama … Continue reading →