GOVERNANCE & INTEROPERABILITY NGA Policy Academy March 21, 2005
GOVERNANCE Board Structure that will Improve Interoperability Establishes Authority Improves Coordination Enhances Communication Expands Opportunities
GOVERNANCE BOARD Can be an existing Board Should be inclusive Agencies Government levels Jurisdictions Needs to be institutionalized
GOVERNANCE BOARD ROLE Defines Vision for Interoperability that addresses nature, scope and objectives Develops a strategy for implementation Formulates and approves policy to guide implementation and operations Overseas activities Identifies issues – resolves conflicts Adopts funding mechanism Facilitates cooperation and collaboration
GOVERNANCE BOARD ROLE LEADERSHIP
GOVERNANCE PRINCIPLES No right or wrong way Tailor approach to own situation Review Best Practices Use resources available – SAFECOM – National Associations
RESOURCES SAFECOM Marilyn Praisner 100 Maryland Avenue, Rockville