Emerging Tech

Cyber in Space: Why AI, Compute, Power, and Energy Are Becoming the New Strategic Battleground

Space systems are rapidly evolving from national assets into globally interconnected critical infrastructure that supports communications, navigation, AI, defense, and other sectors. As this accelerates, so do cybersecurity threats to satellites and orbital infrastructure. Government must begin treating orbital infrastructure as part of the strategic digital backbone of modern civilization.

When “Full Coverage” Isn’t Full: Why Rancho Mirage Is Mapping Wireless Gaps

Rancho Mirage uses GIS to uncover wireless coverage gaps. The city’s maps of cellular performance helped residents understand service quality, guide infrastructure planning, and accelerate collaboration with wireless carriers to expand reliable connectivity across a fast-growing desert resort community.

“Speeding Up… Without Spinning Out: Fixing the Government Decision Gap”

Government is moving fast, but speed alone is not delivering better outcomes. As AI and automation accelerate decision-making, a gap is emerging between how quickly decisions are made and how well they are governed, understood, and sustained. This article explores how leaders can close the decision gap by strengthening clarity, consistency, and control across policy,… Read more »

The Invisible Constraint on AI: Why Infrastructure, not Innovation, Will Define Government Advantage

AI is no longer constrained by innovation; it is constrained by infrastructure, energy, and compute availability. As demand accelerates, leaders must shift from focusing on applications to designing resilient, scalable systems that enable sustained advantage. The future will be defined by who can power, govern, and scale AI effectively.

NextGen Virtual Summit

NextGen Gov Training Virtual Summit: FAQ

We’re preparing for one of the biggest events we put on each year: the NextGen Government Training Virtual Summit! If you’re wondering what NextGen entails or what you can get out of this free, all-day professional development, read on for some tips that will help you get the most out of your experience.