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TechNet Augusta 2024: The Army Faces 3 Big Challenges, and Better Asset Management Helps

FedTech Magazine

AUGUST 16, 2024

The Army needs to improve its IT asset management to complement its security operations and create a more robust environment for the modern warfighter, according to CDW Government technology experts. Asset management refers to the steering of hardware and software, including applications, through their lifecycles, from…

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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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IBM wins $903M GSA contract to modernize federal travel and expense management

FedScoop

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

million contract to provide a next-generation travel and expense management service for the federal government. He continued: “ETSNext will further category management objectives by consolidating more than 30 data models used across the ETS2 systems into one centralized model.” million transactions a year.

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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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Using Automation to Meet CISA’s Vulnerability Management Directive

FedTech Magazine

JULY 17, 2023

Cyberattacks against government agencies have risen significantly since the introduction of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s Binding Operational Directive 22-01. Such attacks increased 95 percent in the second half of 2022 compared with the same time period in 2021, according to CloudSEK.

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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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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.

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Government Should Brace for AI Disruption

FedTech Magazine

JUNE 28, 2024

Recent developments in artificial intelligence require federal IT leaders to implement significant change management practices to keep pace while identifying opportunities and threats to their individual missions.

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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. This is according to Office of Personnel Management data shared earlier this year as part of the agency’s Executive Women in Motion: Pathways to the Senior Executive Service Toolkit.

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Why Federal Agencies Should Consider Managed Service Providers

FedTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

As technology students consider government careers, there’s this problem to consider: Few of them are equipped with the expertise to manage or provide adequate support to federal data centers.

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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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Data Government Government Inventory

Debunking the 3 Biggest Misconceptions of Identity and Access Management

FedTech Magazine

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The National Institute of Standards and Technology has updated its Digital Identity Guidelines to address new methods of identity and access management (IAM). Everyone should be able to lawfully access government services, regardless of their… The agency gave the public until Oct.

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EPA watchdog finds lack of IT systems inventory, software asset management data

FedScoop

APRIL 3, 2025

The Environmental Protection Agency lacks a complete and accurate inventory of its information systems and software asset management data, according to the agencys Office of Inspector General. The agency software asset management tool doesnt contain complete and accurate software license data to comply with both NIST and agency requirements.

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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.

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Ten years later, agencies still making gains on category management

Federal News Network

MARCH 26, 2025

billion in costs through category management in fiscal 2024, nearly 29% above their goal for the year. To celebrate our 25th anniversary in 2025, we’re spotlighting 25 pivotal moments that reshaped the way the government operates. Governmentwide, agencies avoided $16.7

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For government fleet managers, the shift to EVs takes planning, training and funding

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Because of the urgent need for decarbonization and reducing climate change, local government fleet managers are facing several major trends. Many local governments across the country have set ambitious climate targets, recognizing the substantial contribution of their vehicle fleets to their overall carbon footprint.

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Modernizing federal contract management

Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

By moving to digital contract lifecycle management and applying artificial intelligence and robotic process automation, federal agencies are indeed making their acquisitions better, faster and smarter. The post Modernizing federal contract management first appeared on Federal News Network.

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Transforming Government With AI

GovLoop

DECEMBER 3, 2024

AI is changing the way government does business. Through automation, predictive analytics and advanced data analysis, AI is set to enhance operations and service delivery, said Chris Steel AI Practice Lead at AlphaSix, which provides data management platforms and tools for data analysis.

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Patrick Markus Appointed VP, GM of Defense & Government Systems at Hughes

GovCon Wire

APRIL 4, 2025

Patrick Markus shared on LinkedIn two weeks ago that he has been appointed vice president and general manager of the defense and government systems division at Hughes, an EchoStar subsidiary. Markus ensures the deployment

Government

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AWS announces Satellite Resiliency for AWS Outposts

AWS Public Sector

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Announced at AWS re:Invent 2024, Satellite Resiliency for AWS Outposts offers a comprehensive, Partner-managed solution for resilient cloud-connected edge computing that extends the reach of Amazon Web Services (AWS) to the most remote and geographically dispersed environments on earth.

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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. A key component is the federal identity credential and access management program created in 2009.

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FedRAMP Evolves to Meet Government Cloud Technology Needs

FedTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program will evolve to keep pace with technology, according to an Oct. 27 release of draft FedRAMP guidance from the Office of Management and Budget.

Government

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DCaaS Gives Agencies Data Flexibility with the Help of Identity and Access Management

FedTech Magazine

OCTOBER 23, 2024

There are two primary DCaaS models for agencies to choose from: seller-owned or government-owned, says… Agencies already use DCaaS to enhance their data center capabilities and ensure compliance with increasingly stringent regulations around sensitive data handling.

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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. We do contract management services, contract closeouts. They’re not really subcontractors because they’ll actually have contracts direct with the government.

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Updated NIST cybersecurity framework adds core function, focuses on supply chain risk management

FedScoop

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

A decade after releasing its landmark national cybersecurity framework, the National Institute of Standards and Technology on Monday released version 2.0 , an updated document that emphasizes governance and supply chain issues for both public and private sector entities.

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Key Steps Contractors Should Consider When Facing a Government Shutdown

Inside Government Contracts

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Although Congress averted a Government shutdown on October 1 by passing a temporary spending bill, we may be headed toward a shutdown next month. Professional services contractors are particularly at risk, as many of their employees may be working on cost-reimbursable government contracts but may be compensated on a salaried basis.

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IBM Wins $148M GSA Contract for ETSNext Travel & Expense Tech-Managed Service

GovCon Wire

DECEMBER 1, 2024

IBM has won a 15-year contract from the General Services Administration to provide technology-managed service for the next-generation platform of E-Gov Travel Service.

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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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Appian Integrates ProcureSight to Boost Government Procurement

ExecutiveBiz

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Appian has unveiled the integration of ProcureSight with its Requirements Management software, designed to build requirements packages in the Appian Government Acquisition suite. The McLean, Virginia-based software company said on Oct.

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ARMA, Carahsoft to Enhance Federal Records Management

ExecutiveBiz

JANUARY 24, 2025

ARMA International, a membership organization for professionals who manage and govern information, has partnered with information technology services provider Carahsoft Technology to bring enhanced information management to the public sector. Enhancing Information Management ARMA International […]

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Government Is in the ‘Second Phase of Interoperability’ with Its Collaboration Tools

FedTech Magazine

AUGUST 29, 2024

Agencies’ push to enhance the customer experience has reached a critical juncture, according to a recent Government Accountability Office report. The next phase of the government’s CX journey — removing barriers to employee success — demands adoption of common technology tools that foster seamless collaboration and communication, GAO notes.

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Top Resources for Small Business Government Contractors

Select GCR

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Want to expand your small business with government contracts? This article covers how a small business government contractor can qualify, find opportunities, and thrive in this space. government has ramped up efforts to reserve more contracts specifically for small businesses. Recognizing the potential, the U.S.

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Accenture Federal Services, Google Public Sector Launch MxDR for Government

ExecutiveBiz

APRIL 10, 2025

Accenture Federal Services has partnered with Google Public Sector to launch the Managed Extended Detection and Response, or MxDR, service. Accenture Federal Services said Tuesday the MxDR for government offering combines its expertise in federal cybersecurity with the Google Security Operation platform.

Government

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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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The government confirms its rights to certain contractor intellectual property

Federal News Network

APRIL 2, 2025

The government has rights to certain intellectual property by challenging so-called markings such as notes on who can do what with images, drawings and technical data. But there are certain categories of data that the government reserves broader, in this case, unrestricted rights to use the data. So that may well be the case here.

Government

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How to Bid on Government Jobs: A Practical Guide

Select GCR

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Want to bid on government jobs? Discover how to navigate the process and secure government contracts for your business. Key Takeaways Bidding on government contracts presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, especially small enterprises, with substantial revenue and credibility benefits.

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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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VA seeks information on AI governance and framework

FedScoop

OCTOBER 8, 2024

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking expertise from the public regarding the implementation of a framework for artificial intelligence governance and mitigating the technology’s risks. The post VA seeks information on AI governance and framework appeared first on FedScoop.

Government

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Future of Government Awards 2023 celebrate use of technology to transform people’s lives

AWS Public Sector

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

A core focus of the Future of Government Awards is the importance of open source,” said Joe Hooper, director of the UNDP Global Centre for Technology, Innovation, and Sustainable Development. Making solutions available for other governments to adapt and adopt can accelerate digital transformation.

Government

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Solving the Multicloud Security Puzzle with CSPM

FedTech Magazine

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Cloud security posture management offers a lifeline to agencies struggling to implement cyber best practices, such as continuous monitoring, when going multicloud. CSPM can…

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Agencies Save the Day with Effective Backup and Recovery Solutions

FedTech Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

“The impact is tremendous,” says Jeff Myers, deputy program manager for PMW 160, the Navy’s tactical networking program office. Although the network does not govern navigation or warfighting applications, an outage can bring huge portions of a ship’s operations to a…

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VA Releases RFI for AI Programs, Governance Support for Veterans

GovCon Wire

OCTOBER 8, 2024

The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a request for information to determine possible artificial intelligence programs and governance support to enhance services for veterans.

Government

Government Government Utilities Management

OHA: Show me the Management, or Fail SDVOSB Certification

SmallGovCon

OCTOBER 25, 2024

In Precise Management, Inc., VSBC-402-A (October 9, 2024), SBA OHA reviewed a decision to deny SDVOSB certification for Precise Management, Inc. SBA denied the VetCert application based on insufficient proof that the SDV controlled and managed daily business operations, as required by 13 C.F.R. 128.203(a). 128.302(d).

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How Federal Agencies Can Future-Proof their Investment in Serverless Architecture

FedTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Serverless architecture is not a new concept in government IT, but it is in the early phases of adoption. However, a serverless architecture differs from server-based architectures because it is managed by a cloud service provider, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google, or Microsoft Azure. Among the benefits…

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TechNet Augusta 2024: The Army Faces 3 Big Challenges, and Better Asset Management Helps

Empowering the public sector with secure, governed generative AI experimentation

Trending Sources

IBM wins $903M GSA contract to modernize federal travel and expense management

The federal government wants to teach workers about AI prompt engineering

Using Automation to Meet CISA’s Vulnerability Management Directive

Strategies for Dealing with a Government Shutdown

NSA, NIST Release Cybersecurity Guidance for the Federal Government

Government Should Brace for AI Disruption

Support More Women IT Leaders in Government, CIOs Say

Why Federal Agencies Should Consider Managed Service Providers

Bipartisan House bill to modernize government data would extend CDO Council

Debunking the 3 Biggest Misconceptions of Identity and Access Management

EPA watchdog finds lack of IT systems inventory, software asset management data

Where the Government Plans to Spend Next on Artificial Intelligence

Ten years later, agencies still making gains on category management

For government fleet managers, the shift to EVs takes planning, training and funding

Modernizing federal contract management

Transforming Government With AI

Patrick Markus Appointed VP, GM of Defense & Government Systems at Hughes

AWS announces Satellite Resiliency for AWS Outposts

FICAM: A Foundation for Zero Trust and IT Compliance

FedRAMP Evolves to Meet Government Cloud Technology Needs

DCaaS Gives Agencies Data Flexibility with the Help of Identity and Access Management

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

Updated NIST cybersecurity framework adds core function, focuses on supply chain risk management

Key Steps Contractors Should Consider When Facing a Government Shutdown

IBM Wins $148M GSA Contract for ETSNext Travel & Expense Tech-Managed Service

Top Strategies for Successfully Selling to the Government

Appian Integrates ProcureSight to Boost Government Procurement

ARMA, Carahsoft to Enhance Federal Records Management

Government Is in the ‘Second Phase of Interoperability’ with Its Collaboration Tools

Top Resources for Small Business Government Contractors

Accenture Federal Services, Google Public Sector Launch MxDR for Government

Microsoft and GSA enter agreement to address federal IT acquisition

The government confirms its rights to certain contractor intellectual property

How to Bid on Government Jobs: A Practical Guide

How Do I Get Government Contracts: A Practical Guide

VA seeks information on AI governance and framework

Future of Government Awards 2023 celebrate use of technology to transform people’s lives

Solving the Multicloud Security Puzzle with CSPM

Agencies Save the Day with Effective Backup and Recovery Solutions

VA Releases RFI for AI Programs, Governance Support for Veterans

OHA: Show me the Management, or Fail SDVOSB Certification

How Federal Agencies Can Future-Proof their Investment in Serverless Architecture

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