State Department Bets Big on Data-Driven Diplomacy
In 2022, the State Department updated its criteria for evaluating U.S. Foreign Service employees’ performance to reflect data’s growing usefulness — in all aspects of department work.
Augmenting Intelligence in State and Local Government
The biggest AI mistake that state and local governments make is focusing solely on its hazards, according to AI expert Alan R. Shark. He recommends an atmosphere of curiosity instead. “Let’s see what we can do.”
How One Agency Wove Zero Trust Into Its Culture
Many agencies have some of the foundational capabilities of zero trust in place already, such as Identity, Credential and Access Management (ICAM). “What zero trust calls us to do is take all of these capabilities to the next level. That’s not a technological solution,” said Steven Hernandez of the Department of Education. “Zero trust is… Read more »
Part III – AI Factory MVPs: Creating AI Fit For Business
The AI factory process now includes two new ways, or MVPs, that demonstrate the product’s value to a user.
Mindfulness: How to Let Go (Even for a Little While)
Doing absolutely nothing — just being present in the moment and practicing mindfulness — can be good for you.
Navigating the Digital Shift: Cybersecurity and AI Governance in a Time of Transition
The upcoming change in administration presents both opportunities to modernize cybersecurity and AI governance in government operations and risks of heightened vulnerabilities, requiring strategic action and vigilance.
It May Be Time for a Team Tune-Up
Even the most high-performing teams can benefit from an occasional “tune-up” to ensure continued collaboration, communication and skill-building.
Section 508 Is Only the Start of Accessibility
Section 508 requires that all government communications and information are accessible to people with disabilities. But what happens outside official communications is also crucial for accessibility.
How to Lay the Foundation for Long-Term AI Success
Even as agencies focus on short-term AI projects, they can start thinking about more strategic objectives, says Snowflake’s Winston Change.
How the Modern Data Center Raises the Stakes for Network Reliability
Given the complexity of the modern data center, agencies must rely on automation to strengthen network reliability.