How to Cultivate High-Performing, Collaborative Teams
In state and local government, where the ability to deliver high-quality programs hinges on the close collaboration of teams across an organization.
DHS Brings New Discipline to Cyber Planning
DHS has developed the Unified Cybersecurity Maturity Model, a framework that allows the agency to tie the investment dollars to the cybersecurity of programs and their component systems.
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 »
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.