You Have AI Tools. But Does Your Team Audit the Data Behind Them?
A rushed AI “analysis” exposes a gap in data literacy and human judgment. Read what leaders can do that goes beyond simply learning how to use AI tools.
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Why Government Digital Transformation Struggles After Procurement
Many digital transformation initiatives struggle long after the contract is signed. Here’s why — and what’s needed for successful transformation.
Celebrate the Public Servants Making Government Better
Hosted by GovLoop, the NextGen Public Service Awards recognize outstanding individuals in government who demonstrate intelligence, energy and dedication to improving public service. Each year, honorees are recognized as part of the NextGen Government Training Virtual Summit, shining a spotlight on the people who are helping government work better for employees, agencies and the communities… Read more »
From Digital to Intelligent: The Next Phase of Government Modernization
For years, government modernization has focused on digitization and automation, but a new phase is taking shape. It’s called intelligent modernization. A Featured Contributor explains what it means, why it’s important and what lies ahead.
The New Fiscal Reality for State and Local IT: Lessons From a Former State CIO
A former state CIO explains how state and local IT leaders can modernize with fiscal discipline, reduce risk, and plan predictable costs.
Oklahoma Links Modernization and Outcomes
Government agencies face many challenges, e.g., take advantage of AI and other new tech, do more despite limited resources, overcome legacy IT, close employee skill gaps and strengthen cyber defenses. Dan Cole and Tai Phan, who lead Oklahoma’s new IT strategy, discuss its key elements — and why it may be a model for other… Read more »
Innovation in New Jersey
State and local agencies are looking for innovative solutions to address their financial and other challenges. Dave Cole, NJ’s Chief Innovation Officer, discusses how agencies can use AI and other technology to improve operations and deliver services more efficiently.
Protecting the Pentagon: 7 Steps to AI Resilience
Government leaders face a dual challenge: the rising threat of AI-driven cyberattacks that call for stronger cyber defense, and DoW’s expanding use of AI. To manage AI securely and effectively, agencies should take seven actions.
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.
AI in Government Is Moving Fast. Trust Is Moving Slower. A Gap State Leaders Must Close
In government, the pressure to move fast on AI technology is real, but so are the risks. But agencies are learning that strong data governance will create a foundation for responsible, transparent, trustworthy AI.