A Roadmap to the Future: Toward a More Connected Federal Government Publication Type: Research and Publications Publication Topic: Innovation and Technology The federal landscape is expected to change dramatically in the next decade as the power and capacity of technology advance, more data becomes available and the demands on federal employees grow and shift. With the U.S. population projected to expand by more than 20 million people in the next 10 years, according to the U.S....
Finance of the Future Publication Type: Research and Publications Nothing is immune from the impact of rapid and constant developments in data and technology. Federal leaders must look to the future and adapt to meet the needs of financial management in a dynamic environment. Despite great strides since the passage of the CFO Act in 1990, more can be done. In “Finance of the...
Government for the People: Serving the Public in a New World Publication Type: Research and Publications In collaboration with Accenture Federal Services, the Partnership publishes an annual “Government for the People” report which offered data and insights on how customers experience critical federal services. Even before the coronavirus pandemic, many federal agencies were striving to serve more people and meet rising customer expectations—which are set by the best experiences people have in...
The Federal Toll of Trump’s Failure to Lead Publication Type: Commentary (Bloomberg Opinion) — When the final chapter is written on the impact Donald Trump’s presidency has had on government, it will tell the story of an administration that has undermined its capabilities in ways that are both well-known and under the radar. At best, this administration has sabotaged its own success. At worst, it’s weakened...
The first 100 days: a story of successful preparation, historic challenges and progress despite a broken appointments system Publication Type: Commentary Biden’s first hundred days were marked by a slow start for Senate confirmations, renewed support for federal workers and clear signs that the presidential appointments system is in need of reform. WASHINGTON – Despite several unavoidable challenges and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, President Joe Biden is on track to finish his first 100 days in office with at...
Unconfirmed: Why reducing the number of senate-confirmed positions can make government more effective Publication Type: Research and Publications Publication Topic: Presidential Transition Using appointments data from the Political Appointee Tracker compiled by the Partnership for Public Service and The Washington Post along with expert analysis, this report highlights key trends in filling Senate-confirmed positions and in the nomination and confirmation process.
Slow Nominations and Confirmations Pose a Threat to National Security Publication Type: Research and Publications Publication Tags: Appointees,National Security Tags: Center for Presidential Transition,Congress Data from the Partnership for Public Service’s Center for Presidential Transition reveals chronic delays at nearly every step of the presidential nomination and congressional confirmation process—even for the national security positions that all stakeholders agree are essential to minimize threats during the first months of a new administration.
Heather Cruz Senior Human Resources and Talent Manager Heather Cruz is a Society for Human Resource Management senior certified professional (SHRM-SCP) who works across all areas of HR including benefits and payroll administration, compliance and HR policy, talent engagement and performance management, employee relations, learning and development, HR data and technology, compensation, and DEI. She developed an interest in human resources after extensive... About Heather
Dan Tangherlini Managing Director, Emerson Collective Tangherlini serves as the managing director of the Emerson Collective, a private philanthropic firm dedicated to removing barriers to opportunity so that people can live to their fullest potential. He also serves as an advisor to several technology firms and provides consulting and facilitation support to businesses and nonprofits. His interest is in bringing increased... About Dan
Ian Hoisington Salesforce Administrator Ian manages the Partnership’s Salesforce database, working with teams across the Partnership to improve the database and ensure data integrity. Ian worked as a programmer before moving to the non-profit sector, taking on a Salesforce Administrator role at a tech equity organization. In this role he discovered his love for non-profit work and learned the... About Ian
