Summary
Alan R. Shark is an associate professor in the School of Policy and Government at George Mason University. His research focuses on technology leadership, artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, governance, cybersecurity, and civic engagement.
In addition to and formerly, he served 20 years as executive director of the Public Technology Institute (PTI).
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About
Schar Bio
Among his recent work, he is the author of Artificial Intelligence- A Primer for State and Local Government, the textbook Technology & Public Management Second Ed., 7 Trends That Will Transform Local Governments through Technology, Smarter Cities for a Bright and Sustainable Future and CIO Leadership for Cities and Counties: Emerging Trends and Practices, and Digital Revolution in Higher Education. For the past 4 years, Shark has written a monthly commentary on technology and policy for numerous magazines in the tech field. He also hosts and produces a bi-monthly podcast series, “Sharkbytes.Net,” focusing on technology leadership.
His work has been supported by the Sloan Foundation, the U.S. Department of Energy, the United Nations, OECD, and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
Shark was elected as a fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration and serves as co-chair for the NAPA Standing Panel on Technology Leadership and serves on the American Society for Public Administration’s Section on Science & Technology executive committee. Shark is also a fellow of the American Society of Association Executives.
He earned his doctorate in public administration from the University of Southern California.
Areas of Focus & Research
- Technology Leadership in Government
- Artificial Intelligence
- Civic Media and Digital Service Delivery
- IT Governance
- Cyber Security Policy and Governance
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Contact
Email: School
Locations
Mason Square
Van Metre Hall, Room 667
3351 Fairfax Drive
Arlington, VA 22201
MSN: 3B1
Web Links
Books
AI – A Primer for State and Local Governments
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The government landscape is undergoing a significant transformation driven by the power of artificial intelligence (AI). From streamlining administrative tasks to informing data-driven policy decisions, AI offers many opportunities to enhance efficiency, improve constituent services, and optimize resource allocation at the state and local levels.
This primer was designed to serve as a comprehensive guide for state and local government officials, employees, and policymakers seeking to understand and leverage AI’s potential. We delve into the core concepts of AI technology, exploring its various applications within the government sector. Practical examples highlight how AI is already utilized to address real-world challenges municipalities and state agencies face.
Technology and Public Management
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Students of public administration, public policy, and nonprofit management require a strong foundation in how government and NGOs are connected with information technology. Whether simplifying internal operations, delivering public-facing services, governing public utilities, or conducting elections, public administrators must understand these technological tools and systems to ensure they remain effective, efficient, and equitable.
This innovative textbook is designed for students of public affairs at every level who need to know and understand how technology can be applied in today’s public management workplace. The book explores the latest trends in technology, providing real-life examples about the need for policies and procedures to safeguard technology infrastructure while providing greater openness, participation, and transparency.
