Thinkers360

Press Release

Groundbreaking new book, “The Adaptive Government”, reveals the secrets to thriving in the age of AI, pandemics and climate change

Oct



Dallas, Texas – October 24th 2024 – In an era of rapid change and unforeseen challenges, a new book, The Adaptive Government: Preparing for Disruption in the Age of AI, Pandemics and Climate Change by Nicholas D. Evans, offers a roadmap for governments to navigate uncertainty and build a more resilient future.


Now the rule rather than the exception, disruption—both digital and physical—is a continuous force affecting governments, businesses, and society on a daily basis due to ever-increasing waves of new technologies, climate change, societal upheaval, pandemics, and natural disasters.

This new book, by Nicholas D. EvansConsulting Magazine Lifetime Achievement Award Winner 2024, provides government leaders with new strategies, techniques, and tools to accelerate their digital transformation and prepare for the future in light of continuous disruption. Rather than operating “business as usual,” government agencies and departments now have to plan and operate for “business as disrupted.” Governments therefore need to not only transform their business models, processes, and services, but to create an adaptive government, like an adaptive enterprise, at their core.


An “adaptive government” is able to rapidly respond to change—including challenges and opportunities—with intrinsic agility across both digital and physical aspects of its mission and operating model to continuously maximize its benefit for stakeholders.


In this book, readers will learn:



  • Why the adaptive government is the next wave after digital transformation

  • How to develop strategy in an AI-powered, post-digital transformation world

  • How to build intrinsic agility into operations as disruption moves from the exception to the norm

  • How to achieve more of your goals, more of the time, for more of your stakeholders

  • New strategies, techniques, and tools to prepare for the future in light of continuous disruption


Much like the U.S. military’s defense readiness condition (DEFCON) system—which prescribes five levels of readiness in terms of states of alert—this intrinsic ability to change makes it far easier, and faster, to react to dynamically changing and unpredictable conditions.

As societal goals and corresponding government services evolve over time, intrinsic agility, built into the way governments operate and deliver services to citizens, will enable even faster response to the changing needs of the population.

This book provides practical insights and actionable recommendations to help improve the operation and management of government specifically related to accelerating digital transformation, to prepare for “business as disrupted.” Not just building a digitally transformed organization, but an adaptive government with intrinsic agility encoded in its digital operating model and digital processes for responding to continuous disruption. With this approach, government departments and agencies can prepare for what’s next, react more quickly, and achieve far more with few resources.

With clear examples and practical advice, The Adaptive Government equips policymakers, public servants, management consultants, technology providers and citizens with the knowledge and tools needed to build a more responsive and effective government.


Nicholas D. Evans is a world-renowned expert on AI, strategy and innovation. With extensive experience in digital transformation and emerging technologies, he brings a unique perspective to the challenges and opportunities facing governments today.


The Adaptive Government is available for purchase now on Amazon.com.


###


About Nicholas D. Evans


Nicholas Evans is the award-winning author of “Mastering Digital Business” and “Business Innovation & Disruptive Technology”, a contributing writer for CIO.com, a globally recognized keynote speaker, influencer and consultant focused on managing innovation and disruptive technology including AI and Generative AI.


He is the founder of Thinkers360, the world’s premier B2B thought leader, analyst and influencer marketplace, as well as Innovators360, a consultancy specializing in innovation management and emerging technology. He is a Consulting Magazine Lifetime Achievement Award winner 2024 and was previously an executive with PwC, KPMG, Unisys, and Gartner.


Nick was formerly Global Head of Innovation and a VP & GM within the Office of the CTO at Unisys. One of Consulting Magazine’s “Top 25 Consultants”, and one of ComputerWorld’s “Premier 100 IT Leaders”, he led the Applied Innovation program, an internal and client-facing worldwide initiative.


He is the author of over 10 books on business and technology strategy including titles from the British Computer Society, Financial Times Prentice Hall, Tech TV, Microsoft Press, and Powersoft Press and has appeared in broadcast media including the Discovery Channel, History Channel and CNBC.


With over 25 years of consulting experience, Nick previously ran the global emerging technology consulting practice at KPMG and well as serving as the national technical director for e-business consulting at PwC. He co-founded the National Internet Consulting Practice for Coopers & Lybrand during the dot-com era.


Nick holds a B.Sc. (Hons) and M.Sc. from Southampton University in England. He serves as a frequent advisor to the venture capital and startup community and has served on numerous boards.


His extracurricular interests include travel and triathlon having been a member of Team USA and 2-time U.S. National Champion in his division.


Contact


For more information, please contact info@thinkers360.com.


###


Advance Praise for The Adaptive Government


"As the world moves beyond the initial wave of digital transformation, Nicholas Evans' The Adaptive Government emerges as the next critical trend. This book offers a comprehensive framework for government leaders to anticipate and respond to the challenges and opportunities presented by rapid change. Evans' expertise and practical advice make this a valuable resource for anyone seeking to build a more agile and resilient government."


– G. Edward DeSeve, Coordinator Agile Government Center, National Academy of Public Administration


“Every citizen expects the same level of digitally transformed government as they do with their daily lives. What was once a choice is now an imperative. To avoid an increasing gap between expectations and capabilities, governmental departments at a federal and state level need to embrace digital and AI disruption at speed.”


– Michael Gale, Chief Marketing Officer at EDB, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of the Digital Helix


“An essential roadmap for the next generation of government leaders who will need to master disruption. This guide delivers powerful strategies for embracing innovation, adapting to technological change, and meeting the demands of a rapidly evolving and increasingly uncertain world.”


– Thomas Koulopoulos, Chairman, Delphi Group & Author, Gigatrends


"In a world of constant disruption, The Adaptive Government is a beacon of clarity. This book is a roadmap for government leaders who want to stay ahead of the curve and ensure their organizations are resilient in the face of uncertainty."  


– Ibrahim Odeh, Founding Director, The GLCM Group at Columbia University


“We live in a time of global disruptions that impact every aspect of our lives. Digital technologies are being used by businesses, governments, and individuals to enhance quality of life, but they also disrupt how, what, and where we work. Meanwhile, geopolitical and environmental instability seem ever-present, with negative events often overshadowing positive outcomes. Governments are eager to modernize but are missing the essence of changes needed. As Evans points out in his book, governments can use technology to become more agile in addressing current public needs, or they can lag behind by applying today's technology to outdated government approaches. He highlights that the slow pace of bureaucratic transformation means governments often settle for incremental improvements, which fall short of delivering the agility needed in policymaking and service delivery. Given the challenges we face, this book is essential reading for government leaders who want to make real change.”


– Mark Forman, First U.S. Administrator for E-Government


“The Adaptive Government: Preparing for Disruption in the Age of AI, Pandemics and Climate Change” by Nicholas Evans is a must-read for leaders navigating the complexities of today's rapidly changing world. Evans masterfully combines insights on innovation and leadership with practical tools and actionable strategies to not just survive but thrive in times of disruption. This guide emphasizes adaptability as a core competency for both government agencies and the private sector.”


– Michael J. Keegan, Leadership Fellow, The IBM Center for the Business of Government