Bloomberg
Goverment
Overview
Bloomberg Government is a customizable online resource for professionals who need to understand the business implications of government actions. Bloomberg Government applies Bloomberg’s core competencies in news and data exclusively to the world of Washington, D.C.
This online product collects best-in-class data, provides high-end analysis and analytics, and delivers timely, unbiased reporting through our team of news and multimedia specialists worldwide.
Bloomberg Government is a solution for those who need to understand government, public policy and the impact of government on business. From a fact-based foundation, we provide clients with deep, reliable and unbiased insights—empowering them to research seamlessly from high-level overviews to granular details.
Who thrives here? A diverse array of individuals eager to revolutionize the information services market in Washington, D.C. We foster a start-up environment, where growth is the focus. Fundamentally, we seek people with expertise—who know the inroads of Washington and have a passion for what we’re building.
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Case Study: Product Feature
- Legislative & Regulatory Coverage – Comprehensive legislative and regulatory news and information you need to know within seconds—all in one place.
- Inside Government – Congressional, agency and industry data integrated to provide greater transparency into the policy landscape. Directories, economic analyses and campaign contribution information.
- Government Spending – A searchable database of grants and contracts helps businesses identify new opportunities and view the contract landscape. It breaks out the figures by industry—from total annual spending and active contracts to details on individual awards.
- Industry Information – Identifies the most relevant information about the private-sector areas most impacted by government actions: defense, energy, finance, healthcare, labor, tax, technology/telecom, trade and transportation. Users receive exclusive Bloomberg Government news and analysis from top reporters, analysts, industry experts and economists, as well as news aggregated from thousands of additional sources.
Crossroads of Business and Government
Bloomberg Government is made for a client base sitting at the crossroads of business and government. Currently, no other information resource focuses on the business impact of government actions.
We’re setting our sights on the government research market, filling a market need with market solutions. Initial feedback on the product has been exciting. Clients are turning nine-hour research days into 10-minute project assignments.
Advancing our product requires incredible networking and a deep understanding of the customers we serve. We’re investing an extraordinary amount of resources in reporters and analysts, but we’re also seeking financial thought leaders and economists to quantify the economic impact of legislation and policy decisions.
Bloomberg Government Beginning
In 2010, Bloomberg Government launched with a beta version of the product; the move was unprecedented for a web solution but very much in the "change the game" personality of Bloomberg.
To build buzz prior to launch, Bloomberg Government performed extensive research throughout the government information market and found customers underserved. These customers wanted a comprehensive offering, combining dozens of sources into one.
When Bloomberg Government beta-launched, Capitol Hill offices signed on quickly. Clients were immediately tracking legislative action, regulatory action, industry news and directories. The full product launched on January 4, 2011, and it’s already having an impact.