The Truth About Blockchain in the Public Sector
While commonly associated with cryptocurrencies, the security and information management capabilities of blockchain extend far beyond payment methods.
Emerging Tech
Robotic Process Automation: Enhancing the Human Worker
Whereas repetitive and basic tasks in a traditional setting can take tens of thousands of hours to complete, software-enabled bots can accomplish these same tasks with rapid speed and infallible accuracy.
Key Official Shares Air Force’s 5 AI Priorities
Capt. Michael Kanaan added that he hopes AI becomes as ubiquitous as horsepower across the entirety of America’s armed forces.
The Best Government Conferences of 2019 [UPDATED]
It’s time to start planning your professional development in 2019 with GovLoop’s list of the best government conferences.
Finding the Right Enabler to Reach Mission Milestones
An enabler allows governments to incorporate front-facing emerging technologies that actively contribute to mission objectives.
OPM to be Phased Out and Major Workforce Shifts to Come, White House Budget Suggests
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) could see its responsibilities and workforce siphoned off to other agencies over the next few years.
Sci-Fi Not Scranton: Bots Bring Astronomical Opportunities to Accountants
In reality, accountants in governments are often on the cutting edge and have some of the strongest business cases for incorporating emerging technologies.
A Clear Definition of Machine Learning
There’s a lot of buzz about machine learning in government today, given its potential to improve operations, cut costs and produce better program outcomes. But what exactly is it?
Workforce, IT Highlights From the President’s Fiscal 2020 Budget
President Donald Trump released his budget proposal for fiscal 2020 on Monday, and there’s plenty in it that will affect the federal workforce.
Trust Me, I’m a (Government) Scientist
We need to address the credibility problem for scientists. That means engaging with the public about several key parts of the profession.