Building on the momentum of the 2022 CHIPS Act, the United States semiconductor industry is poised for explosive growth. Microelectronics underpin everything from household electronics to major U.S. military weapons systems, but the country’s current reliance on foreign manufacturers is proving to be risky in the peer competition era. At the ExecutiveBiz Microelectronics Forum, semiconductor experts, government officials and industry lea...

As the Air Force forges ahead in its digital transformation journey, Secretary Frank Kendall’s seven Operational Imperatives continue to guide the service’s long-term objectives, capabilities and programs, especially in light of the intensifying peer and near-peer competition. Software, zero trust, cloud, long-range fires and JADC2 remain at the forefront of the Air Force’s focus areas as the service embraces new technologies...

Now in its 14th year, the Deltek Clarity Government Contracting Industry Study surveyed 700+ government contractors to identify current contracting trends and market outlooks. The resulting study helps performance-minded businesses identify areas to improve operational effectiveness, help set business goals, and better understand how they compare to their competition. Join Deltek for an engaging look at the results of this year’s Clarity...

Top Department of Defense leaders agree that the future fight will be a joint, cross-domain one, fought with coalition partners, allied forces and all military services. But are our military branches ready for this fight? Are they collaborating at the level they need to be in order to achieve unity of effort across the vast defense landscape?As joint missions become more and more critical to the overall security of the nation and its position...

Today we find ourselves in an environment of uncertainty with inflation, the debt ceiling, lack of appropriation, CRs etc. Agencies are experiencing a decrease in budget while contractors and government alike are facing increased costs. With the never-ending cycle of Continuing Resolutions, agencies cannot adequately plan for customary four-year cycles. This presents an enormous challenge for both the agencies and the contractors who serve the...

The U.S. Navy is accelerating its modernization efforts in order to update its fleet, meet evolving mission needs and keep America at the forefront of global naval power. Today’s Navy is embracing unmanned systems, AI and other cutting-edge technologies to augment and expand the service branch’s capabilities and effectiveness. The 2023 POC Navy Summit presents top Navy officials, veterans and industry representatives who will gathe...

Cyber permeates all aspects of the federal government today, and its expansion will undoubtedly continue as the world accelerates its digital revolution. As an important component of modernization, cyber unlocks powerful capabilities, enables efficiency and transforms organizations — but it also poses a host of new challenges, vulnerabilities and security threats to the country’s most critical infrastructure. Today, cyberspace is t...

Software has become foundational for weapons systems, warfighter capabilities, global defense power and ultimately — our nation’s ability to deliver a more lethal force. In order to achieve this, we have to be faster and more agile than our adversaries. The Department of Defense released its first ever software modernization strategy in February 2022, and Pentagon officials are now exploring options and finalizing plans for impleme...

In today's digital age, many people rely heavily on online transactions for everyday purchases and financial transactions. However, with convenience comes significant risks that must be considered. Cybercriminals are increasingly sophisticated, and their methods are becoming more advanced, making it easier for them to steal personal and financial information – making the need for secure identity authentication more essential than ever be...

The United States General Services Administration is the backbone of the government contracting sector. With a mission to deliver the best customer experience and value in real estate, acquisition and technology services to the government and the American people, GSA plays a key role in the growth, governance and innovation of the vibrant GovCon ecosystem. GovCon Wire’s GSA Forum provides an inside look at the technology priorities, acqu...