Posts By Megan Pleasant

You Can’t Secure What You Can’t See: The Case for Visibility

From water treatment plants and public utilities to traffic management systems, communities rely on operational technology (OT) every day. These systems help deliver essential public services, but they also present a unique cybersecurity challenge. OT environments often include specialized and legacy equipment that can be difficult to identify, manage, and secure using traditional IT tools.Read… Read more »

Celebrating Government’s Unsung Heroes: Submit a Nomination for the NextGen Public Service Awards

Public servants rarely seek the spotlight. They spend their days solving problems, improving services, supporting colleagues, and helping communities thrive. Yet many of their contributions go unrecognized outside their immediate teams. That’s why the NextGen Public Service Awards were created: to celebrate the government employees who are making a real difference and ensure their workRead… Read more »

The Next Evolution: Why Agencies Are Exploring Agentic AI

Artificial intelligence is evolving. For years, organizations have used AI for IT Operations (AIOps) to help monitor systems, identify issues and recommend solutions. Now, a new approach is emerging: agentic AI, which moves beyond analysis and into action, helping organizations not only understand problems, but also resolve them. From Insight to Action AIOps was designedRead… Read more »

Modernization Done Right: Lessons From Thought Leaders

Modernization isn’t just about upgrading technology. It’s about delivering better outcomes for the people government serves. As agencies look to improve service delivery, strengthen security and operate more efficiently, they are rethinking how systems, data and processes work together. During the July 15 webinar, How Modernization Drives Better Outcomes, government and industry leaders discussed whatRead… Read more »

Keynote Speakers

Look Who’s Talking: Explore Our NextGen Keynote Speaker Line-Up

At the NextGen Government Training Virtual Summit, we aim to have diverse, intelligent, and experienced speakers. We’ve put together an impressive keynote speaker line-up for NextGen, and we can’t wait for you to meet them. Read on for a quick introduction of our experts, and afterwards, don’t forget to register for the event on Wednesday,Read… Read more »

CX

Common AI Use Cases in CX 

AI is already affecting how citizens engage with government, raising expectations for faster, more intuitive services. Agencies that don’t understand where AI delivers real value risk missing opportunities to improve trust and experience at scale. During the latest CX Community of Practice, we welcomed guest speaker Luke Norris, Vice President, Platform Strategy & Digital Transformation,Read… Read more »

NextGen Gov Training Virtual Summit

It’s Time to Break Out at NextGen (Pt. II)

The NextGen Gov Training Virtual Summit on Wednesday, May 20, is rapidly approaching! We’ve added even more speakers for the second round of breakout sessions. Led by current and former govies, as well as career experts, they will share their wide swath of experience on topics ranging from becoming a better manager to overcoming imposterRead… Read more »

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May We Interest You in Professional Development?

Spring is here: are you ready to blossom in your career?   We’ve got a fresh line-up of free professional development this month that can help you build your skillsets and flourish in your role. From using AI in CX to creating better budgets, there’s a session for everyone.  Our May schedule also includes a fan favorite, the NextGen Gov Training Virtual Summit, anRead… Read more »

It’s Time to Break Out at NextGen (Pt. I)

During the NextGen Gov Training Virtual Summit on Wednesday, May 20, you’ll have the opportunity to choose the professional development sessions that work best for your learning path during the morning and afternoon breakout session timeslots. From conquering AI to becoming a better manager, there’s something for everyone. Each session is also an opportunity toRead… Read more »