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Research Abstracts Recently Published IBM Center Reports Federal Ideation Programs: Challenges and Best Practices Gwanhoo Lee Ideation platforms are modern tools for collecting and synthesizing group knowledge into actionable next steps. The reward is potentially high, especially for large organizations in both the private and public sector. Included are examples of how four federal agencies are using off-theshelf tools and proprietary applications to harness the knowledge of crowds and help agencies fulfill their mission. In addition to the four case studies, Professor Lee presents strategies and tactics that can help agencies develop and implement successful ideation programs. Six Trends Driving Change in Government Dan Chenok, John M. Kamensky, Michael J. Keegan, and Gadi Ben-Yehuda Government leaders face serious challenges. In a special report, Six Trends Driving Change in Government, the Center has identified a set of trends that correspond to these challenges and drive government change. These trends—both separately and in combination—paint a path forward in responding to the ever-increasing complexity that government faces. These trends include: performance, risk, innovation, mission, efficiency, and leadership. Coordinating for Results: Lessons from a Case Study of Interagency Coordination in Afghanistan Andrea Strimling Yodsampa This report discusses interagency coordination through vivid examples of coordinated initiatives between U.S. civilian and military efforts in Afghanistan from 2001 to 2009. These initiatives succeeded when the civilian and military institutions leveraged their joint funding sources and networks to achieve common goals. When agencies collaborate, they still maintain their organizational autonomy and independence of action, but they deliberately align resources, capabilities, strategies, and implementation in support of shared goals. This report offers recommendations on how agencies can ensure effective coordination. 100 www.businessofgovernment.org The Business of Government
Research Abstracts Predictive Policing: Preventing Crime with Data and Analytics Jennifer Bachner This report highlights compelling examples of how new crime-focused data analytics are turning traditional police officers into “data detectives.” It presents case studies of the experiences of Santa Cruz, California; Baltimore County, Maryland; and Richmond, Virginia, in using predictive policing as a new and effective crime-fighting tool. The report also offers recommendations for municipalities and law enforcement agencies that are considering investing time and resources in a predictive policing program. Collaboration Between Government and Outreach Organizations: A Case Study of the Department of Veterans Affairs Lael Keiser and Susan M. Miller This report addresses the role of outreach organizations in assisting government agencies to determine benefit eligibility of citizens applying for services. The authors interviewed dozens of managers from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and outreach organizations to determine the effectiveness of their collaboration in serving veterans. They found “there is indeed effective collaboration” and that these organizations serve a key role for veterans in processing their claims. However, the report identifies variations in the efficacy of the relationships between VA and outreach organization staffs and identified best practices for promoting efficient collaboration. A Guide for Agency Leaders on Federal Acquisition Trevor L. Brown This report answers seven key questions that government executives should know about the procurement process. An improved federal acquisition process is crucial in this era of tight budgets, and a key ingredient to a successful tenure in government. In addition to answering the seven key questions, this report also outlines the three acquisition challenges that government executives now face. These include navigating the regulatory and oversight landscape, mitigating acquisition risk through contract design, and improving the acquisition workforce. It concludes setting forth strategies for overcoming each challenge. SPRING 2014 IBM Center for The Business of Government 101
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