The Governance Gauge: High-Performance Government

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“High-Performance Government” is a 2005 work published by the Pardee Rand Graduate School. It is primarily focused on the diagnosis of issues in contemporary governance — it prescribes remedies and makes predictions for the state of governance science in the coming decades. Some of the predictions made in the book have come true since publishing, and the sourcing of the work refers to a great bibliography for understanding the prognosis of the market in governance.

The book is split into 3 segments making up 14 chapters, with the book in earnest starting at chapter 3. The chapters reference 3 major inputs in governance from the Volcker Commission.

Creators of zones and societies will find chapters 11, 12, 13, and 14 almost tailor-made for their needs, with lots of insight on best practices and case studies regarding governance as a service.

Policymakers and analysts can take a look at chapter 8, 9, and 10 for excellent information regarding government processes, leadership and geopolitical considerations in the coming decades.

Scholars and experts might appreciate chapters 3,4 and 5 due to the thorough examinations of measurements and processes necessary for a top-shelf governance system that can compete in a market.

The book can be purchased here.