Author Archive

Jenny Mattingley

Management

Holding poor performers accountable can lead to better government

COMMENTARY | The current process for addressing poor performers in government is difficult for managers and confusing for employees.

Management

The government needs to up its game on technology and use of data to better serve the public

COMMENTARY | Despite pockets of progress, the government is still behind the curve when it comes to modern technology and AI, writes one good government observer.

Management

The federal government must make improved customer service a priority

COMMENTARY | A good government requires good customer experience—and that requires serious reform, writes one observer.

Management

The federal government must focus on developing and supporting leaders dedicated to serving the public interest

COMMENTARY | Unlike organizations within the private sector and the military, the executive branch does not have a systematic, deliberate approach to developing and supporting federal leaders, writes one good government advocate.

Management

5 steps for government reform

COMMENTARY | Fixing these systemic issues would maximize the impact of agencies and career civil servants already doing amazing work every day, writes one good government advocate.