“Couple of things we want to do to embark on a technology revolution in America”
That’s his opening line as he launches into a comparison of previous revolutions. The industrial and agricultural. Each one allowed us to move faster, shrink the world, and increase our efficiencies.
“A lot of people say the federal government can’t lead, I reject that idea”
Another solid speech as Vivek, a notorious short speech giver, builds up. Hands down he’ll be done in 30mins…
Transparency changes the definition of a citizen. We the people, can participate and should, he references the executive transparency memo and recovery.org. To accomplish he defines his core principles:
1. Transparent platform, use this as the foundation for making this happen. He references the human genome project and satelites for GPS
2. Participatory. Opening up each agency to the public for participation.
3. Lowering costs of government operations. Why does it cost goverment more and why can’t government use modern tools?
Answers are cloud computing and opening up consumer technology.
He then moves on to fundamentals like targeted initiatives, not just tech for tech sake. Focusing on outcomes not proccesses. Developing an ecosystem of participation with citizens and buy in across the agencies.
QA: How do we send you good ideas?
Kundra: I plan to have sat or sun round table sessions. Anyone can attend and I’ll soon pass out my email for direct contact.
“Its going to be tough, it’s not going to be easy, and it’s not going to happen overnight.”
