GFOA's #TimeBackChallenge
GFOA's #TimeBackChallenge
Wasting time at work is frustrating when there’s so much to do in so little time.

Meetings
Wasted time in meetings is a universal joke in the working world. Unfortunately, it’s no laughing matter for governments who are consistently asked to do more with less. If agendas include clear goals & roles, meetings can move from waste-of-time to worth-the-time.

Interruptions
Technology has reduced the cost of workplace communication to near-zero. While there are many benefits to open communication, there are also costs like increased interruptions during the workday. Being thoughtful about device use and other strategies can help tame office distractions.

Rework
Redoing tasks that weren’t done right initially can add up to a lot of lost work time. But rework can be reduced by designing easily understandable, mistake-proofed business processes that reduce defects on the first pass.