Beyond Transparency: Open Data and the Future of Civic

Beyond Transparency: Open Data and the Future of Civic Innovation
The rise of open data in the public sector has sparked innovation, driven efficiency, and fueled economic development. While still emerging, we are seeing evidence of the transformative potential of open data in shaping the future of our civic life, and the opportunity to use open data to reimagine the relationship between residents and government, especially at the local level. As we look ahead, what have we learned so far from open data in practice and how we can apply those lessons to realize a more promising future for Americaâ€™s cities and communities?
Edited by Brett Goldstein, former Chief Data Officer for the City of Chicago, with Code for America, this book features essays from over twenty of the worldâ€™s leading experts in a first-of-its-kind instructive anthology about how open data is changing the face of our public institutions.

Contributors include:
- Michael Flowers, Chief Analytics Officer, New York City
- Beth Blauer, former director of Maryland StateStat
- Jonathan Feldman, CIO, City of Asheville
- Tim Oâ€™Reilly, founder & CEO, Oâ€™Reilly Media
- Eric Gordon, Director of Engagement Game Lab, Emerson College
- Beth Niblock, CIO, Louisville Metro Government
- Ryan & Mike Alfred, Co-Founders, Brightscope
- Emer Coleman, former director of the London Datastore
- Mark Headd, Chief Data Officer, City of Philadelphia
â€œAs an essential volume for anyone interested in the future of governance, urban policy, design, data-driven policymaking, journalism, or civic engagement, "Beyond Transparency" combines the inspirational glow and political grit of Profiles in Courage with the clarity of an engineer's calm explanation of how something technical actually works. Here are the detailed how-to stories of many members of the first generation of open government pioneers, written in a generous, accessible style; this compilation presents us with a great deal to admire, ample provocation, and wise guidance from a group of remarkable individuals.â€
â€”Susan Crawford, author of Captive Audience

â€œJust as he did during his time in my administration, Goldstein has brought together industry leaders to discuss issues of relevance in the open data movement and the practical implications of implementing these policiesâ€¦ This book will help continue the work to make open government a reality across the country.â€
â€” Mayor Rahm Emanuel, City of Chicago

â€œA must-read for anyone who is passionate about what open data can do to transform city living.â€
â€” Boris Johnson, Mayor of London
Country USA
Brand Code for America Press
Manufacturer Code for America Press
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber black & white illustrations
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780615889085
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Code for America Press
Manufacturer	Code for America Press
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	black & white illustrations
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780615889085
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

Beyond Transparency: Open Data and the Future of Civic Innovation

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