During 2025, it marked a period of unprecedented and historic transformation for the public sector. Data and AI can assist federal, state and local government agencies, and higher education institutions in facing the new demands of this new era. However, the public sector has always lagged in digital innovation, siloed data and insights, obstructed department collaboration, and ineffective decision-making. This is the time to make a change in the public sector, leaders are utilizing the power of data and AI to increase operational efficiency. This resource will dive into the key data trends that are shaping the public sector and examine how leaders are using data-driven strategies to achieve mission success.