In response to growing public demand for better, faster and more cost-effective government, agencies at all levels are looking for ways to improve their efficiency and effectiveness. While all are structured to report on performance to meet compliance requirements, few are able to translate performance information into better program performance results. This article argues that an integrated approach to governance will not only improve agencies’ oversight capabilities but also enable them to develop the insight and foresight to make the tough decisions that will improve their programs’ outcomes.