Innovation theatre is rampant in government. Organizations tout their agile credibility and tech chops, but true mission/business outcomes are hard to come by. There are metrics out there like Accelerate’s DevOps Research and Assessment Team (DORA) metrics and the Defense Innovation Board’s Recommended Metrics for software development, but some are hard for business or mission leaders to understand and translate back to outcomes. T...

Government organizations are drowning under massive waves of data. It’s time to learn how data lakes can keep your agency afloat. In this course, we will explore everything related to data lakes, including what they can do, what role the cloud plays, and what insights you can gain from them. Learn how to successfully deploy data lakes for mission success by securing senior leadership buy-in, setting measurable outcomes, and determining i...

Underwriting transformation means more than automating routine tasks and augmenting teams with emerging technologies and alternative data sources. Insurers need to hire and develop exponential underwriters with new skill sets and enhanced responsibilities. This requires implementation of interdependent initiatives. We’ll discuss: New roles underwriters will fill, including tech trailblazer, data pioneer, dealmaker, portfolio optimizer, a...

The pandemic forced DHS to rethink acquisition for a telework environment. This new operational environment is shaping the way Department of Homeland Security will acquire goods and services long after we return the work place. Created in March 2015, the DHS Procurement Innovation Lab (PIL) is an initiative aimed at experimenting with innovative techniques for increasing efficiencies in the procurement process and institutionalizing best pract...

As Zero-Trust becomes a bigger part of public sector cybersecurity portfolio, we need to better understand how to implement this often complicated process. Zero-Trust is an operating principle and philosophy created as a way to overcome the inadequacy of not only a network perimeter-based approach to cybersecurity, but also horizontally ‘flat’ access within a network. This complimentary webinar will demonstrate how Fortinet’s...

As modernization efforts continue to transform many facets of defense, missile defense systems are no different. Digital transformation must ensure the interoperability of command and control networks, sensors and Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) systems. Systems are being built to deliver with the speed, security and insights necessary to maintain current defensive operations, while evolving to meet the future threat environment. Thi...

It is almost time! For those contractors required to submit an Incurred Cost Submission (ICS) with fiscal years ending December 31, your submission is due on June 30. Topics include: A walk-through of the ICS Detailed preparation tips for each required schedule Common preparation mistakes Common inadequacy findings and remediation techniques Common audit findings and remediation techniques Current regulatory conditions How to report the impact...

Please register for our latest webcast and virtual forum, The 2021 Federal Agenda and its impact on ESG Imperatives. Learn how the new administration’s policies will change how businesses prepare and execute against environmental, social and governance (ESG) requirements. Join us for a discussion with KPMG's Carl Carande, U.S. Vice Chair and KPMG Global Head of Advisory, who will moderate a panel which includes: Katherine Blue, IMPACT N...

Internationally recognized, the Crimes Against Children Conference is the premier conference of its kind, providing practical and interactive instruction to those fighting crimes against children and helping children heal. The conference is presented annually by the Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center. The conference is conducted to provide training to those employed by government or nonprofit agencies in the fields of law enforcement, chi...

Overview: In this program, you will build on your existing extensive skill set and master new communication and influence capabilities. You must flex your own communication and work style to work in partnership with your boss. Your planning skill must move from the tactical to the strategic, to get your own work done, and to support your boss, and help keep her or him on track. Areas Covered in the Session : Planning and thinking strategically...