Another trend associated with successful information technology systems is that strategic plans are in place and integration exists with other functions such as financial management and human resources management. Virginia, for example, has sophisticated information technology systems that integrate capital management and financial management systems. In the area of human resources management, a key trend is that workforce planning is a high priority with just about every state in order to prepare for long-term personnel needs. Iowa is an example of a state that has made sweeping changes for recruitment, compensation, and succession planning to get and keep highly qualified employees. Overall, the Government Performance Project finds that states that are managed well, operate well.
All states are committed to boosting their efficiency and performance so that the public benefits.
Furthermore, the evidence shows that states are improving their management systems in order to perform better. Certainly, government management capacity is a platform for government performance. The Government Performance Project demonstrates that management matters and performance counts.