For the first time in the modern digital era, virtually all of the nation’s governors use data to make decisions in real-time. Yet states still face many challenges related to the use of data and evidence in policy making and service delivery, which, in turn, hinders progress on establishing comprehensive data systems. Produced in partnership with the Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation at Georgetown University and the National Governors Association, Data Labs empowers governments to make better data-informed decisions by using data more effectively, efficiently, and equitably.

Data Labs works with teams of data and policy experts in state government who want to launch a data-sharing project in their state. The program helps teams scope and launch a brand new project or build momentum for a project that has already been developed. At the conclusion of the program, states are equipped to make data-informed decisions to address key policy issues and launch a project that sets a strong foundation for future policymaking. Learn more about the program here.