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Strategies for Dealing with a Government Shutdown

SmallGovCon

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Shuttering of the government (or parts of the government) following appropriations lapses has become an increasingly common phenomenon in recent times. Funding lapses interrupt the usual predictability of government operations, which harms both agencies and federal contractors that are left in limbo with stop work orders.

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Empowering the public sector with secure, governed generative AI experimentation

AWS Public Sector

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

However, government agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofits face unique challenges in adopting and deploying generative AI. Strict data governance protocols are typically required. Protecting the privacy and security of this information when using generative AI can be a significant challenge.

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Government Government Accountability Education

Ransomware presents a growing threat to vulnerable local governments

American City & Country

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The company is a licensed independent CPA firm providing tax and business consulting services to their clients, which includes governments. Local governments have been a unique entity in the cyber-security landscape because of their lack of ability to pay ransomware,” Mahna explains. What’s more, local governments remain vulnerable.

Government

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The federal government wants to teach workers about AI prompt engineering

FedScoop

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The tool is specifically designed to help government acquisition staff evaluate large language models, the type of technology built by OpenAI and Anthropic. The federal government is continuing to focus on making investments in the AI capabilities with the government workforce.

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DOD Drives New Interest in 5G Networks Across Government

FedTech Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

But when it comes to a government transition, there’s more advance work that needs to be done. The federal government’s move to 5G accelerated when the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 became law at the end of December 2023.

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Tab for access: How New York City is increasing participation and access to government contracts

Open Contracting Partnership

JANUARY 9, 2025

But until recently, like many governments, New York City relied on antiquated systems and lacked the tools to take full advantage of its procurement data. It offers the opportunity for good government groups and others to mine our data in new ways, and provide us with feedback that hopefully helps the procurement system.

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Support More Women IT Leaders in Government, CIOs Say

FedTech Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Women make up only 37 percent of the top ranks of the federal government, known as the Senior Executive Service. We spoke to former CIOs, deputy CIOs and other top-ranking female feds who say the number of women CIOs in the federal government has fluctuated over time, and that advancement stems from a…

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Protecting Government Data Means Closing the ‘Availability Gap’

FedTech Magazine

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Gil Vega, CISO of Veeam, says this “availability gap” exists in both business and government enterprises. The report found that after an incident affects operations, 90 percent of enterprises experience a gap between how quickly they need that data to return to productivity and how fast they can actually recover it.

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Government Should Brace for AI Disruption

FedTech Magazine

JUNE 28, 2024

That’s why the Office of Management and Budget issued a March memo codifying the need for AI governance and establishing requirements and recommendations for how agencies should address specific risks of relying on the technology in their work, especially when it impacts public rights and safety.

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How Is the Role of Printers Evolving in the Federal Government?

FedTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

One is that the federal government still does a lot of printing. The need for printed documents is not going away, even as the government debates its property footprint. There remains a significant demand across the government for printers and consumables: toner drums, ink cartridges, paper and more.

Government

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NSA, NIST Release Cybersecurity Guidance for the Federal Government

FedTech Magazine

APRIL 5, 2023

Two agencies released guidance in late March to help the rest of government. The first seeks to mature federal identity, credential and access management for mitigating cyberattacks, and the second combats the misconception that end users don’t understand security.

Government

Government Government Management IT

Bipartisan House bill to modernize government data would extend CDO Council

FedScoop

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The Modernizing Data Practices to Improve Government Act ( H.R. calls for an extension to the council’s lifespan until 2031, while also requiring the CDO Council to report to Congress about data governance challenges that prevent the adoption of emerging tech across the federal landscape. 10151 ), introduced by Reps. Summer Lee, D-Pa.,

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How the Federal Government Can Improve Its Response to Ransomware Attacks

FedTech Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2022

While the federal government is not the primary target of ransomware attacks, it plays a large role in helping those who have been attacked recover. It also provides advice on how enterprises can protect themselves against such attacks.

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Automation Is Helping Government Cut Costs

FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2024

Agencies want to know they’re getting maximum returns on their digital initiatives because IT spending represents a major portion of their budgets. Technology helps agencies save money in addition to boosting efficiencies these days.

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How Does the Federal Government Keep Elections Secure?

FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 2, 2024

The security of the electoral process has become a paramount concern for cybersecurity experts in recent years. From foreign meddling to disinformation campaigns, election officials and their cyber teams have security top of mind.

Government

Government Government Integrity Integration

GDIT Partners with AWS to Drive Digital Modernization in Government

WashngtonExec

MARCH 16, 2025

Ben Gianni, GDIT General Dynamics Information Technology announced a new strategic collaboration agreement with Amazon Web Services to drive digital modernization and advance government missions. federal customers during a crucial period of government digital transformation. David Appel, vice president of U.S.

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Govology Webinar: An Introduction to Government Small Business Certifications (2025 Update), January 21, 2025, 1:00 pm EST

SmallGovCon

JANUARY 10, 2025

The post Govology Webinar: An Introduction to Government Small Business Certifications (2025 Update), January 21, 2025, 1:00 pm EST first appeared on SmallGovCon - Government Contracts Law Blog. Steven Koprince, Govology legal analyst and retired founder of Koprince McCall Pottroff will be presenting this webinar. Register here.

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Where the Government Plans to Spend Next on Artificial Intelligence

FedTech Magazine

APRIL 11, 2024

Both the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program, or FedRAMP, and the Office of Management and Budget released guidance in recent weeks on steps the government can take, or has already taken, to accelerate adoption of these capabilities. FedRAMP issued draft guidance on Jan. 26 establishing a framework for prioritizing…

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Legislative Agencies Adopt Paperless Strategies to Publish and Archive Records

FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2025

The Government Publishing Office produces and distributes official government publications to Congress, agencies, federal depository libraries and the public. With the Congressional Record, we are essentially producing a daily newspaper, says GPO Director Hugh Halpern. Our staff compiles the

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After a career in procurement, she’s selling to the government

Federal News Network

DECEMBER 23, 2024

We do a whole host of activities and we manufacture products from scratch or we kit products, meaning put products together in packages for sale to the government. They’re not really subcontractors because they’ll actually have contracts direct with the government. But it’s also about that government mission.

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Transforming Government With AI

GovLoop

DECEMBER 3, 2024

AI is changing the way government does business. Its transformative potential in government operations is vast, ranging from predictive analytics in defense and law enforcement to automating benefits processing, and everything in between,” he said. AI also plays a significant role in cybersecurity.

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Top Strategies for Successfully Selling to the Government

Select GCR

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Want to start selling to governments but dont know where to begin? This guide breaks down the crucial steps: identifying contracting opportunities, understanding procurement processes, and building relationships with government buyers. Dive in to learn strategies that can help you secure lucrative government contracts.

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How the Federal Government Is Using Artificial Intelligence So Far

FedTech Magazine

JULY 3, 2023

Agencies should leverage foundational artificial intelligence models being crowdsourced by top universities and large tech companies so that they’re not starting from scratch as they embrace the technology.

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Fixed Price Contracts: Government Contractors Beware

Government Contracts Navigator

JANUARY 30, 2025

Many predict that, among other procurement and regulatory reforms, the new administration will implement policies favoring the award of fixed-price government contracts and grants. Throughout the years, the procurement pendulum has swung back and forth in favor of and against fixed-price contracting.

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Meeting Agencies’ Supply Chain Sustainability Expectations

FedTech Magazine

MARCH 11, 2025

Government customers expect the technology resellers they work with to employ certain sustainability practices, such as IT asset disposition, to maintain compliance with environmental, cybersecurity and human rights regulations.

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How Do I Get Government Contracts: A Practical Guide

Select GCR

MARCH 4, 2025

How do I get government contracts? Key Takeaways Government contracts offer significant growth opportunities for small businesses, with federal agencies allocating at least 23% of contracting dollars to small businesses annually. The federal government has a strong commitment to supporting small businesses in federal contracting.

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ECS Lands $60B GSA OASIS+ Contract to Boost Government Efficiency

ExecutiveBiz

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

ECS, an information technology systems integrator specializing in data and artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and enterprise transformation, has been selected by the General Services Administration as a prime contractor on a 10-year, $60 billion contract for consulting and enterprise transformation services.

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Document AI Saves Agencies Time and Money

FedTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The federal government relies on forms and other documents. The wealth of information available to government agencies is often locked in these forms due to a lack of manpower to process and analyze them for correlations and relationships. Many important forms sit on the web, while others sit in storage boxes.

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Government and Industry’s Cyber Challenges Are More Similar Than They Seem

FedTech Magazine

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Every industry is unique, and the federal government is no exception. But when it comes to cybersecurity, organizations are more similar than different, according to new research from CDW. A March 2024 survey of more than 950 technology and security professionals in diverse U.S.

Government

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The Government Procurement Efficiency List, Part II

Federal News Network

JANUARY 24, 2025

Last weeks FAR & Beyond blog launched the Coalitions Government Procurement Efficiency List (GPEL) for the new federal market. The GPEL will be shared with key stakeholders across government. Procurement is the great enabler leveraging the private sector to support every aspect of government operations.

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Cybersecurity, government experts are aghast at security failures in DOGE takeover

FedScoop

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Elon Musks takeover of key systems across the government is ignoring decades of laws, regulations and procedures, experts told CyberScoop.

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Review: Microsoft Windows 365 Government Provides an Instant and Reliable Desktop on Demand

FedTech Magazine

OCTOBER 14, 2024

That is where Microsoft Windows 365 Government can make a difference. Now that the initial rush to implement more telework is complete, the emphasis is slowly shifting to improving the efficiency of remote work while also making it more secure. Click the banner below to begin modernizing your agency's digital experience.

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When Is It Time for Government to Go Beyond the Agile Method?

FedTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Agile methodology is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Though it’s proved to be a winning formula for delivering enhanced capabilities, it still must be tailored to the circumstance. Combining human-centered design methods into agile delivery allows developers to focus on user-centric outcomes.

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AWS announces Satellite Resiliency for AWS Outposts

AWS Public Sector

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Organizations with high resiliency needs or regulatory requirements, such as government agencies and financial institutions, need to be able to rely on local data processing and machine learning (ML) in remote edge environments. Outposts allows them to do this by connecting them to the power of the Regions. “We

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Koniag Government Services Taps Joanie Barr as SVP of Business Operations

WashngtonExec

MARCH 11, 2025

Joanie Barr, KGS Koniag Government Services has appointed Joanie Barr as senior vice president of business operations, reporting to Chief Business Operations Officer Aisha McGill. Barr brings over 30 years of experience as a leader in the GovCon market to the role, to help harness and articulate KGS solutions and capabilities as they evolve.

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Government Government Collaboration Leadership

ECS to Provide SAS AI-Powered Health Offerings to Government

ExecutiveBiz

JANUARY 8, 2025

ECS will deliver SAS artificial intelligence-based offerings to federal agencies to help address health system needs including public safety and health monitoring, risk and resource management, operational efficiency and policy and compliance oversight.

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Webinar Event: Legal Updates 2024 hosted by the Catalyst Center for Business & Entrepreneurship, November 20, 2024

SmallGovCon

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

In this webinar, government contracting attorneys, John Holtz and Gregory Weber will discuss the most important legal developments for federal contractors in 2024. The Catalyst Center for Business & Entrepreneurship is hosting this helpful, virtual workshop on Legal Updates 2024. Register here.

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Ransomware Attacks Require Improved Information Sharing

FedTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2024

Government needs broad visibility into the activity of bad actors to fight ransomware.

Government

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Fact or Fallacy: 7 Tips for Cloud Migration

FedTech Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Many government agencies lag in adoption of cloud computing and cite various obstacles as a deterrent. Fact: Government Agencies Struggle with Siloed Data Siloed data is a major obstacle for government agencies.

Data

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CDOs Seek Clarity Around Their AI Responsibilities

FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 22, 2025

Critical gaps in guidance persist for chief data officers, particularly with regard to data governance for artificial intelligence, despite making progress on data maturity and mission goals.

Data

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Microsoft and GSA enter agreement to address federal IT acquisition

FedScoop

JANUARY 17, 2025

The GMAS initiative seeks to establish improved standardized conditions through governmentwide engagement and enhanced cybersecurity measures to address critical risks in government IT systems, according to the press release. The company also has been the subject of a Cyber Safety Review Board investigation into an online exchange incident.

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IT Vendor Management Risk Management Education

FICAM: A Foundation for Zero Trust and IT Compliance

FedTech Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

With the most recent Federal Information Security Modernization Act report cataloging 11 major incidents among government agencies in fiscal 2023, there is a clear need to continue improving overall cybersecurity. This unique federal government approach to identity, credential and access management is…

IT

IT Management Data Government

Dell Whistleblower Suit Leads to $4.3 Million Settlement over Non-Competitive Bids to the Army

Whistleblower Network News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Fraud in the government contracting process costs taxpayers untold dollars each year,” said U.S. We will continue to work with our federal law enforcement partners to investigate and pursue those who commit government contracting fraud.” Attorney Prim F. Escalona for the Northern District of Alabama. “We

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GSA Schedules: A Guide to Simplifying Federal Procurement

USFCR

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

GSA Schedules: Your Path to Federal Contracting Success The General Services Administration (GSA) plays a vital role in simplifying government procurement. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of GSA Schedules, their benefits, eligibility requirements, and how to get started.

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Strategies for Dealing with a Government Shutdown

Empowering the public sector with secure, governed generative AI experimentation

Trending Sources

Ransomware presents a growing threat to vulnerable local governments

The federal government wants to teach workers about AI prompt engineering

DOD Drives New Interest in 5G Networks Across Government

Tab for access: How New York City is increasing participation and access to government contracts

Support More Women IT Leaders in Government, CIOs Say

Protecting Government Data Means Closing the ‘Availability Gap’

Government Should Brace for AI Disruption

How Is the Role of Printers Evolving in the Federal Government?

NSA, NIST Release Cybersecurity Guidance for the Federal Government

Bipartisan House bill to modernize government data would extend CDO Council

How the Federal Government Can Improve Its Response to Ransomware Attacks

Automation Is Helping Government Cut Costs

How Does the Federal Government Keep Elections Secure?

GDIT Partners with AWS to Drive Digital Modernization in Government

Govology Webinar: An Introduction to Government Small Business Certifications (2025 Update), January 21, 2025, 1:00 pm EST

Where the Government Plans to Spend Next on Artificial Intelligence

Legislative Agencies Adopt Paperless Strategies to Publish and Archive Records

After a career in procurement, she’s selling to the government

Transforming Government With AI

Top Strategies for Successfully Selling to the Government

How the Federal Government Is Using Artificial Intelligence So Far

Fixed Price Contracts: Government Contractors Beware

Meeting Agencies’ Supply Chain Sustainability Expectations

How Do I Get Government Contracts: A Practical Guide

ECS Lands $60B GSA OASIS+ Contract to Boost Government Efficiency

Document AI Saves Agencies Time and Money

Government and Industry’s Cyber Challenges Are More Similar Than They Seem

The Government Procurement Efficiency List, Part II

Cybersecurity, government experts are aghast at security failures in DOGE takeover

Review: Microsoft Windows 365 Government Provides an Instant and Reliable Desktop on Demand

When Is It Time for Government to Go Beyond the Agile Method?

AWS announces Satellite Resiliency for AWS Outposts

Koniag Government Services Taps Joanie Barr as SVP of Business Operations

ECS to Provide SAS AI-Powered Health Offerings to Government

Webinar Event: Legal Updates 2024 hosted by the Catalyst Center for Business & Entrepreneurship, November 20, 2024

Ransomware Attacks Require Improved Information Sharing

Fact or Fallacy: 7 Tips for Cloud Migration

CDOs Seek Clarity Around Their AI Responsibilities

Microsoft and GSA enter agreement to address federal IT acquisition

FICAM: A Foundation for Zero Trust and IT Compliance

Dell Whistleblower Suit Leads to $4.3 Million Settlement over Non-Competitive Bids to the Army

GSA Schedules: A Guide to Simplifying Federal Procurement

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