The Next Wave of Civic Innovation

Innovation labs offer a groundswell of fresh thinking for federal agencies, local government, and citizens.

Innovation is increasingly viewed as a key to success in the business world. Many government leaders think the same holds true for the public arena. However, government's ability to promote breakthrough innovation varies widely at the federal, state, and local levels. "This means that the nation is underutilizing science, technology, and innovation as a tool to meet important nat