What makes an idea “good”?
A good idea is made up of three main parts: a statement of the problem, a proposed solution to the problem, and the possible benefits of the solution. Ideas submitted should fit in with HUD’s Strategic Plan, be efficient, safe, legal, and directly increase the effectiveness of government operations. Remember, we can only act on an idea if it is clearly articulated. A model idea is below (this idea was chosen due to its format and does not constitute an endorsement of any kind): Delegate Initiation of Employee Service Awards to Field Office Directors Recognition for some employees in the field is 3 to 5 years behind. In our current, highly out-stationed structure, remote Program Directors may not be aware of their staff’s tenure status or the schedule for the award ceremony in the field office. To solve this problem, initiation of employee service awards should be delegated to field office directors. The Field Office Director has the most day-to-day contact with out-stationed employees
