Across all levels of government, agencies are incorporating algorithms into their decisionmaking. In the public sector, algorithmic tools may be used to optimize service delivery or inspection routes, perform risk assessments for clients or assets, or automate operational processes, among many other possible tasks.As the use of public-sector algorithmic tools becomes more commonplace, frameworks are needed to safeguard individuals’ data...

The Future of Performance Management – Building Back Better Topic Background: During the final days of the Trump administration in late December, the director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Russell Vought, removed OMB’s Directive A-11, Part 6 requirements. These included OMB’s oversight role and agency performance reporting requirements, along with other strategic planning and evidence-based requirements establi...