Forward-thinking state and local governments are participating in the State Risk and Authorization Management Program (StateRAMP) as they build out a robust and secure IT infrastructure. Modeled after the federal government's FedRAMP, the nonprofit membership organization uses independent audits and continuous monitoring to verify that cloud services satisfy standardized state government security requirements and can be used by agencies in mul...

In an increasingly connected world, disruptions to supply chains can severely impact the Department of Defense’s ability to sustain readiness and execute missions. Consequently, it's critical to analyze, predict, and mitigate potential supply chain risks through innovation in technology and data. By layering publicly available information sources, analysts and government officials can more effectively uncover hidden risk in defense indus...

The U.S. Department of Energy is a critical player in protecting the nation from bad actors. Focusing on energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges, Department of Energy leaders must utilize transformative science and technology solutions to ensure the security and prosperity of citizens across the nation. In this Agency Spotlight, join Nextgov/FCW for an engaging discussion with a Department of Energy leader to explore the agency’s a...

Forward-thinking leaders across the public sector are spearheading an Agile transformation by implementing modern solutions to boost time-to-market, optimize team productivity, and navigate time and budget constraints. Defense agencies are shifting away from traditional procurement processes and are developing Agile, mission-driven workflows as the foundation of their dynamic modernization strategies. By adopting this cutting-edge approach to...

Aficial intelligence has captured the attention of leaders at all levels of government. Despite being in its early stages of implementation, AI has already demonstrated its ability to revolutionize operations at state and local agencies. From clearing food stamp backlogs to translating 911 calls to reducing traffic congestion, the new technology’s applications seem almost limitless. Nonetheless, the technology’s potential comes wit...

Technology is reshaping the future of war, from undersea to outer space, and more than ever, commercial companies are shaping technological trends. We'll explore how recent developments in artificial intelligence have upended expectations for AI-powered tools, and how the Pentagon continues to press for advances in a dozen emerging technology areas. Join Defense One’s 9th Annual Tech Summit to learn how innovations of today and tomorrow...

As the engine behind AI, data center networks play a critical role in interconnecting and maximizing Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) capabilities. Reducing job completion time (JCT)—the time it takes to complete each round of AI training—is key to faster training of AI models and, ultimately, cost savings. However, traditional data center technologies and designs fall short of the demanding performance and capacity requirements AI w...

Join us on June 13, 2024 at 4pm ET! Enjoy cocktails and networking as we unveil the 10 companies that have topped the 2024 Washington Technology Top 100 list. These companies on our annual rankings dominate the government market and are the gateway to growing business in the federal sector. We’ll debut our Top 100 Breakdown, where we’ll offer a unique way to look at the rankings and the insights you can glean about the largest cont...

Many agencies are looking for ways to advance their modernization efforts while reducing risk, maximizing cost efficiency, and increasing speed to deployment. With modernization at the forefront of improving customer experience, it’s paramount to understand how to accelerate digital transformation through actionable strategies. On June 11, join GovExec TV and Maximus for a deep dive into digital modernization. Explore the “digital-...

As constituents' expectations evolve alongside technological advancements, government agencies must adapt their services to better meet the needs of customers across the nation. Doing so requires focus on and investment in the customer experience (CX). And with the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) leaders are looking to its potential to improve CX. How is the rise of cutting-edge technologies like AI reshaping traditional approaches t...