As agencies face unprecedented data volumes and velocity, managing the speed and size of the data flow efficiently becomes a significant challenge, especially with the growing use of AI-based analytics. Over 80% of government employees use AI regularly, expanding the expectations and complexities in trusted data management. While it can provide the rich insights needed to solve problems, extracting necessary actionable data in context often pr...

The Center for Quantum Technologies (CQT) is an NSF-funded Industry/University Cooperative Research Center (IUCRC) and a partnership between Purdue University, Indiana University, and the University of Notre Dame, and also several industry and government members. The mission of the CQT is to collaborate with industry and government stakeholders to identify compelling needs and challenges in quantum technologies, and then develop novel solution...

An Overview of the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)Contributions and how they work, including limits and getting the biggest matchWays to maximize tax savingsThe main differences between Roth and Traditional TSP accountsUnderstanding the Different FundsAn overview of the five main TSP funds (G, F, C, S, & I) and the Lifecycle (or “L” Funds), plus tips for developing an effective investment strategy that matches your time horizon, risk...

An Overview of How Federal Benefits are TaxedFERS AnnuityCSRS AnnuityTSP Withdrawals from both Traditional and Roth TSP accountsSurvivor BenefitsEd reviews how the IRS treats each of these items for Federal Employees. Other Tax Planning Topics to ConsiderThe taxation of Social Security Benefits, how much the state you live in impacts your net amount of income, and which states have the highest and lowest property tax rates The 2017 Tax LawHow...

The lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, economic and political uncertainty, increasing workplace changes, and new complexities are just some of the factors affecting workforce mental health and well-being. This poses a risk to mission readiness as well-being drives individual and organizational performance. In fact, recent Gallup Well-Being Research suggests that well-being is the most important factor for career performance over time...

Private wireless is significantly impacting modern warfare, fundamentally changing how battles are fought. Join us as we explore the transformative power of private wireless networks for military operations. Discover how dedicated, secure communication infrastructure is empowering troops on the ground and revolutionizing situational awareness through real-time data sharing, improved sensor integration and advanced augmented reality.

FERS Federal Retirement Benefits andAn Overview of FERS & Different Types of RetirementTypes of service used for determining eligibility to retire under FERSEmployee and agency contributions to FERSMilitary service and temporary timeThe FERS annuity computationMinimum age and service requirementsEarly retirementDeferred retirement and “postponed” retirementUnderstanding the Annuity ComputationAmount of an annuityLength of servi...

The 8140.03 Directive has reached a critical stage: courses and certifications have been approved. The 8140 Marketplace is now active. It’s time for integrators to start creating upskilling programs based on approved job roles to meet the 2025 and 2026 deadlines set by the directive. If you’re curious where to start, we have lined up two authorities to help you make the best beginning. Join GDIT’s Pamela McComas, Senior Direc...

As federal agencies tackle the demands of integrating cybersecurity, cloud security, artificial intelligence, and digital services, they face the complex and evolving challenge of IT modernization. This process is critical and necessary across the Federal Government, with each agency undergoing its unique transformation journey. Cloud security, in particular, plays a pivotal role in this modernization, ensuring that sensitive data is protected...

As all levels of government seek ways to harness the benefits of artificial intelligence ( AI ) and mitigate its potential risks, the need for an overall national strategy to foster innovation, competitiveness, and economic growth becomes clearer. At the federal level, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued a memo in March providing guidance for agencies to establish AI governance and risk management techniques while implementing inn...