America’s oldest cultural institution goes digital The COVID-19 pandemic forced the Library of Congress, the largest library in the world, to go digital. To complement the Partnership’s Bit by Bit report on government technology, we examined how the library’s digital systems operate internally and serve the public. Read More
Six recommendations to consider when creating new public-private partnerships On July 30, the Partnership for Public Service hosted a panel discussion on creating effective public-private partnerships. The three panelists from the federal government offered advice to agency leaders seeking to make new connections outside the public sector. Read More
Steps for federal agencies to consider before using artificial intelligence The Partnership and Booz Allen Hamilton hosted a workshop to discuss the state of artificial intelligence in government as well as a range of issues that agencies should consider as they look to adopt this technology. Read More
Learning from the government’s successful use of emerging technologies Our new report, Cracking the Code, highlights how federal and local government use three emerging technologies: artificial intelligence, immersive technologies and edge computing. Learn how these technologies can advance the government’s ability to deliver critical services and address next-generation challenges. Read More
Immersive technologies: A future way to train and prepare employees for achieving agency missions Immersive technologies, such as virtual reality, are a collection of technologies that change or enhance our physical environment. Learn more about how federal agencies are already using and benefiting from immersive technologies. Read More
Using artificial intelligence to fight wildlife crime more effectively Our 2018 report “The Future Has Begun: Using Artificial Intelligence to Transform Government” featured the Protection Assistant for Wildlife Security, which helps rangers protect animals from poachers. Two years later, discover how this AI tool is continuing to support conservation efforts across the world. Read More
13 key ways for federal agencies to innovate Federal employees with experience in innovation offer strategies to advance innovative ideas in government. Read More
Innovation is essential – why is it so difficult to spread what works? Innovation is crucial for effective public service, yet numerous barriers prevent innovative ideas from spreading across government. In part one of this innovation series, we’re identifying these barriers, so we can figure out how to move forward. Read More
Five lessons learned from federal innovators The Partnership and Slalom Consulting hosted the Federal Innovation Summit to highlight lessons learned from successful federal innovations, bust myths about key barriers, and identify opportunities to implement proven practices. Read this post to explore five key takeaways from the summit. Read More
Four medical care innovations for veterans Employees across the federal government dedicate their careers to helping veterans. In honor of Veterans Day, we’re highlighting some examples of federal employees who are transforming medical care for our veterans. Read More
