6 Ways to Prepare for a Website Redesign

Creating an excellent user experience requires a good chunk of up-front planning and research. Before I embark on a website redesign, here are the 6 things that I always do. I keep doing them because they make my work better. And when I skip one of them, I definitely regret… Read More

Experts Weigh In: Applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) for Government

I find the rapid developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) thrilling, with endless applications for our Forum One partners, but I know from discussions with my counterparts in government agencies that AI and ML can also be mystifying, and even scary. We love to extend learning at… Read More

Honoring International Women’s Day 2023

During Women’s History Month, we are excited to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8, 2023. This year’s theme is #EmbraceEquity. Imagine a gender-equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together… Read More

Webflow: The Future of Digital Storytelling

Welcome to Webflow! The home of animation and development by designers. Yes, you read that right: designers are stepping into the development chair, and as they do, the opportunities to expand digital storytelling through animation and motion graphics are beyond exciting. But what is Webflow exactly? Webflow is a… Read More

Steps to Break Down Your Data Silos

The reality for many organizations, whether a smaller nonprofit, a large international advocacy organization or a government agency, is that their data lives in separate silos. Tools and channels that house data often do not make it easy to navigate. For many organizations, different departments have different data storage requirements… Read More

How AI Can Help with International Development

Artificial intelligence (AI) will soon be used in all facets of our lives.  While it will have astounding impacts in the richest countries, it also has the potential to help poorer countries leapfrog technologies and jump straight to some of the most advanced tools available. While the possibilities are endless,… Read More

Artificial Intelligence for Government

2023 may usher in a golden age of Artificial Intelligence, with new weekly tools that change how we work, live, and even think. There are a myriad of AI tools that exist now that can help to make government more efficient. More tools are being launched constantly. Many of these… Read More

Forum One Wins 3 Anthem Awards

The 2nd Annual Anthem Award winners have been announced and we are thrilled to be included among the winners! Presented by The Webby Awards, The Anthem Awards honor the purpose & mission-driven work of people, companies, and organizations worldwide by amplifying the voices that spark… Read More

So Your Government Agency Needs a New Brand

So your government agency needs a new brand? A strong, memorable brand can help a government agency stand out and communicate its values, mission, and services effectively to the public.  Think about the iconic NASA logos over the years, classic and recognizable. While both government agencies and mission-driven agencies aim… Read More

DOI Recognized for AI/ML Innovations to Address Workforce Retention

The U.S. Department of the Interior’s “My DOI Career” platform has received an honorable mention from the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). As part of the 2023 HRM Impact Award, DOI was awarded an honorable mention… Read More