The Future of AI Will Be Physical. Are You Ready?
Physical AI is moving from concept to reality, which means leaders will soon face innovations that feel uncomfortably close to home.
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Bridging Digital and Organizational Confidence in Government: The Missing Link Between Tools and Outcomes
As governments accelerate digital modernization, many struggle to convert new tools into measurable mission outcomes. This article examines the critical gap between digital readiness and organizational confidence — why technology alone is insufficient — and offers leaders a practical framework for building enterprisewide confidence in an uncertain 2026 landscape.
AI Usage in Government: Meeting Resident Expectations
As AI becomes more common in daily life, residents increasingly expect government to follow suit. Research shows growing support for AI in local government — when it’s secure, transparent, and accessible. With clear usage policies and strong communication, agencies can adopt AI responsibly while improving service delivery and meeting evolving resident expectations.
AI In Government Starts With Trust in Data, But Is Built With People
AI is embedded in government operations, and agencies need a proactive approach to data governance in order to mitigate risk — and foster trust.
Want Culture Change? Change the Way You Meet!
Meetings are a window into your organization’s culture. How do you make them matter? Here are some tips on making your meetings culture-changers!
After Workforce Cuts: What Real Leadership Looks Like
Teams may feel fortunate to still have jobs after major cuts, but that fades. Real leadership starts after the layoffs, when the culture feels stretched thin.
From Fraud Controls to Institutional Advantage: How New Guidance Is Unlocking Transformation Across Government
Recent fraud regulations are creating a powerful catalyst for transformation. Agencies can leverage these changes to modernize policy and processes.
Disposable Software and the Future of Government Technology
The evolution of AI coding tools has raised the prospect of “disposable software” that would reduce the need for expensive, long-term maintenance. But although appealing, this paradigm shift would be challenging for government to implement. A SpecOps approach, though, may solve the problem.
Data Center: Can I Upgrade it for AI?
Upgrading an existing data center for AI/ML needs can be done, but there are many factors to consider.
Why Are We So Surprised Slow Orgs Move Slowly?
Traditional hierarchy works a lot like speed bumps. It slows teams down no matter how talented or motivated they are. This article breaks down how flattening structure, shortening approval paths, and giving teams full ownership of outcomes removes friction so they can finally move at the speed leaders expect.