Artificial Intelligence for Better Government

AI has moved from science fiction to the core of modern governance. It has become increasingly integrated into city governance, public services, policymaking, and crisis management, leaving public managers to navigate efficiency gains alongside accountability gaps and algorithmic bias.
AI for Better Government—Essential Insights for Academics and Practitioners addresses this tension by treating AI governance as a living ecosystem. It also takes an innovative, interdisciplinary, and international approach to explore the rapidly evolving role of AI in public policy and management worldwide.
Written from a pracademic perspective, this book brings together global leading academics and practitioners. Drawing on case studies and real-world examples, it equips readers with tools needed to navigate the complexities of AI adoption for better government outcomes. Each chapter ends with “Questions for Reflection” to fuel active learning and organizational readiness audits. Whether you are a student entering public service, a policymaker weighing decisions, or a researcher mapping digital governance, this book meets you wherever you are.