Part 1/9:
Understanding the Failure Rates of Government IT Projects
Government IT projects are notorious for their high failure rates and spiraling budgets, often making headlines for their perceived ineffectiveness. Many question why these projects are so complex and what can be learned from their failures, even for those who do not work in government IT. This article aims to dissect the reasons behind the high rates of failure in government software projects and how we can apply the lessons learned to improve outcomes in all software development settings.