Pictorial Presentation of the U.S. COVID-19 Response
Communicating results and findings clearly and understandably is almost as important as the analysis itself. Without this component, results become moot, as no one will use the information to enact policy change. Using pictorial representations of results allows for viewers at all educational levels and geographical locations to understand the material. This presentation on the U.S.'s COVID-19 response is an example of an easy-to-understand presentation of results.
The Use of Technology in Government
Technological advances have changed the world in very meaningful ways. From social media, online voting, broadband and high speed internet access, and body-worn cameras, government has found ways to use these innovations to help communicate/share information with its citizens, as well as gather preferences and choices from them. When used for good, technology can elevate interaction between the public and government; when mismanaged or purposefully misused, it can spread misinformation and distrust. Examples of each are outlined in this paper, and public administration managers should be cognizant of how best to use these tools, as well as what pitfalls to avoid.
Government Budgeting, Accounting and Reporting Methods
Compared to the private sector, government budgets have distinct reporting requirements and methods of accounting for revenues and expenditures. This can make government budgets difficult to comprehend by ordinary citizens. Understanding and explaining these requirements, key terminology, and accounting methods to the general public are important requirements for all public administrators.