Geek Squad
~Do you think a geek squad could work in highly socially sensitive areas like policing or protective services for families and children? Why? Why not?
ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS CASE STUDY
~What do you think of the idea—now being championed in some government units-of putting large data sets up for analysis by anyone (inside or outside the organization) and offering prizes for the best solution?
-Do you think governments should resort to prize incentives to find solutions for public problems? Why? Why not?
-Do you think this data should be made available to everyone? Why? Why not?
~Research your local government and find out if they have a similar program to MODA. Has it been effective in resolving public issues? Explain.