Studio 2G Podcasts

Zero trust by 2027: Can DOD make it happen? Aug 07, 2024

In the third and final episode of the Beyond Borders: The future of zero trust in government podcast series, experts from industry and government discuss the U.S. military and Defense Department's commitment to fully implement zero trust by 2027. Jon Morgan, systems engineer for ThunderCat along with David W. McKeown, DOD senior information security officer and deputy CIO for cybersecurity and Brian “Stretch” Meyer, senior director of Axonius Federal Engineering, highlight key challenges DOD faces, as well as its strategies to keep pace with increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks and secure the nation’s digital defenses. The discussion also delves into upcoming trends in cybersecurity and how DOD and civilian federal agencies can future-proof their operations, offering practical insights on adapting security measures in a constantly evolving threat landscape.

AI meets zero trust: A game changer for cybersecurity? Jul 19, 2024

AI and cybersecurity are a perfect match, one that has the power to significantly enhance the way government systems detect and respond to threats. Integrating AI into zero trust frameworks elevates their effectiveness even further. AI is always active, consistently monitoring user behavior, network traffic and devices. It also gives agencies the ability to quickly tweak and improve security capabilities to stay one step ahead of threats. In this episode of Beyond borders: The future of zero trust in government, Paul Blahusch, the chief information security officer at the Labor Department, Beau Nuanes, systems engineer from ThunderCat, and Christopher Hoesly, director of solutions engineering for BigID dive into practical tips and tricks federal agencies can use to maximize AI-boosted zero trust setups for increased security and efficiency.

Elevating Defense Capabilities with Next-Gen Autonomy Jul 01, 2024

As the sun sets over a remote military base, the quiet hum of drone rotors signals a shift in modern warfare. These drones, which began as simple consumer gadgets, now play crucial roles in military operations. In this episode, Mark Valentine, president and general manager of global government for Skydio, and retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Kirk S. Pierce discuss how Skydio is leading advancement in defense technology with its highly autonomous and innovative drones. The experts delve into the company's initiatives in base security, asset inspection and ISR/battlefield applications, highlighting how the new X10D drones bolster the effectiveness and safety of military operations.

SEWP: The Story Behind the Trailblazing GWAC Powerhouse Jun 26, 2024

The NASA SEWP Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) vehicle aims to help federal agencies access funding for IT products and solutions, and under SEWP VI, the contract will include enterprise-wide ITC/AV services and program-level ITC/AV services. As technology evolves, leaders are increasingly focusing on the confluence of people, processes, and technologies. In this podcast episode, GovExec’s Studio 2G will sit down with Joanne Woytek, SEWP Program Director at NASA to discuss the evolution of the SEWP GWAC and how people, processes and technology can shape the future of how public sector services are delivered to better meet the needs of the public sector.

Zero trust: How close are we really? Jun 20, 2024

By the end of fiscal year 2024, federal agencies must achieve significant zero trust cybersecurity milestones. They are tasked with improving identity verification with multi-factor authentication, encrypting data at rest and in transit, and advancing continuous monitoring and automated security. In this episode, experts from government and industry explore how agencies are progressing on this journey and discuss best practices to avoid potential pitfalls.

Logging into the Future of Identity Dec 15, 2023

In this episode of The Federal Innovator Podcast, hosts George Jackson, vice president of events at GovExec, and Dr. Jennifer Sample, managing director at Accenture Federal Services, are joined by Amer Helmy, federal identity, credential, and access management manager at the U.S. Department of Labor, and Rayan Farooq, identity and access management lead at Accenture Federal Services, to discuss how emerging technologies are helping the federal government advance digital identity services. Check out what they have to say by listening to the full episode!

Generative AI in Action! Dec 14, 2023

On this special bonus episode of "The Federal Innovator Podcast," host Troy Schneider, President of GovExec 360, sits down with government leaders and industry experts to discuss how generative AI impacts the federal government. In this episode, Troy is joined by Dr. Lynne Graves, Chief of the U.S. Air Force's Artificial Intelligence Division; Pritha Mehra, Chief Information Officer and Executive Vice President for the U.S. Postal Service and Dr. Viveca Pavon-Harr, Director of Applied Intelligence Discovery Lab at Accenture Federal Services. Tune in to learn more about how you can leverage generative AI to create value for your agency!

How New Data Architectures Increase Transparency and Mission Impact Nov 27, 2023

With the amount of data in our world increasing, federal leaders are investing time and effort into building architectures designed to deliver better services. As new frameworks begin to emerge, how will these data architectures address the age-old challenge of data silos? In this episode of The Federal Innovator Podcast, host, George Jackson, vice president of events at GovExec, is joined by Dave Mooney, services management section chief, cybersecurity division, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and Dr. Jennifer Sample, managing director at Accenture Federal Services, to discuss how contemporary data frameworks are changing the way government agencies operate.

AI as a Generalist, Not a Specialist Oct 30, 2023

Nine strategies lie at the heart of the Office of Science and Technology Policy's (OSTP) 2023 National Artificial Intelligence Research and Development Strategic Plan. In this episode, we'll focus on those nine strategies and how building generalist models can help the federal government achieve its goal of building models that promote and support American values.

What the Science-Technology Feedback Loop Means for Federal R&D Oct 30, 2023

New technologies are causing the physical and digital worlds to converge, creating an increasingly interconnected world where government decision-makers can deliver on their missions at speed and scale. In this episode, hosts Michael Thieme, Managing Director for the National Security Portfolio at Accenture Federal Services and George Jackson, Vice President of Events at GovExec, are joined by esteemed guest, Jill Marlowe, Digital Transformation Officer for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to discuss the intersection of emerging technology and federal research.

How IoT is Driving Federal Data Evolution May 03, 2023

As cloud computing increases and more federal data becomes available on-demand, many agencies are turning to the Internet of Things (IoT), in which they can instantly connect and exchange data via a network of interrelated physical devices with sensors, software and other technologies. IoT has allowed for military operations to take advantage of edge computing, environmental agencies to monitor the nation’s carbon output, healthcare professionals achieve regulatory compliance and much more. Although bringing critical federal missions onto the internet brings increased opportunity for innovation, storing critical information in this environment also invites a multitude of security risks. In this episode of The Future of Federal Data Strategy, host Camille Tuttii sits down with Jason Craig, chief technology adviser for WWT to discuss the current state of IoT in the federal sector, and how agencies can benefit from it while addressing its largest security concerns.

What AI and ML Mean for Data Management Feb 02, 2023

As federal agencies work to manage a rapid influx of data, they are turning to automation technology like artificial intelligence and machine learning tools to help. However, due to limited budgets, already-strained IT teams and a negative perception, many agencies struggle to infuse AI into their data initiatives. In this episode of The Future of Federal Data Strategy podcast series, host Camille Tuutti sits down with Nathan Manzotti, director of data and analytics for the GSA’s Technology Transformation Services department and Bobby Rountree, who serves as the AI/ML leader at NetApp to delve into why automation technology is critical to the future of data management and how their organization is enabling next gen solutions like AI and ML to help agencies drive mission success. Listen to their conversation by clicking on the full podcast episode below. And be sure to download and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or SoundCloud to take What AI and ML Mean for Data Management with you on your favorite device.

The Importance of Trustless Security Systems Jan 25, 2023

The recent shift to cloud computing has become a major asset for government agencies, proven to be cost-effective, increase workflow flexibility and reduce strain on IT departments. However, as more data and operations move from data centers to the cloud, there are also inherent security risks. Now more than ever, agencies must deploy tools and technologies built to enable trustless architecture o protect mission-critical assets. In this episode of the Future of Federal Data Strategy podcast series, host Camille Tutti speaks with chief technology advisor for public sector cybersecurity at World Wide Technology, Paul Cunningham and Marisol Cruz Cain, director of information technology and cybersecurity at the Government Accountability Office to discuss security obstacles agencies face with cloud and how they can stand up the architecture needed to inject trustless security models into operations.

Inside the Department of Energy’s AI Risk Management Playbook Dec 20, 2022

Earlier this year, the Department of Energy (DOE), alongside the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), released an interactive playbook detailing risk mitigation strategies for artificial intelligence. Aptly titled the AI Risk Management Playbook (AIRMP), this asset contains hundreds of examples and strategies for public sector organizations. On the final episode of “Security Stories: A Look Inside How Federal Agencies Ensure Mission Security," a podcast sponsored by NetApp and TD SYNNEX, our host Troy Schneider, president of GovExec 360, is joined by special guest Bobby Rountree, AI/ML leader for NetApp Public Sector to discuss what government organizations need to know as AI grows in importance, and how can they incorporate the strategies found in the AIRMP to support ethical, scalable AI.

Protecting Student Data in a Multicloud World Dec 06, 2022

Malicious threat actors often view schools as easy and profitable targets due to their use of legacy technology and willingness to pay ransoms. This school year, it’s time to send hackers back to the drawing board. On this episode of “Security Stories,” a podcast from NetApp, Troy Schneider, President of GovExec 360, sits down with Allen Magsipoc, principal systems architect at HighPoint, and Bob Burwell, chief technology officer for State, Local Government and Education at NetApp, to discuss defense-in-depth techniques for the hybrid multi-cloud environment.

Ensuring Ransomware Resilience & Data Security Nov 28, 2022

From ransomware to phishing scams to nation state threats, state and local governments today are up against a veritable cybersecurity gauntlet. Moreover, as we move toward data-driven government, the need to keep threats at bay is compounded by the need to keep sensitive government and constituent data secure. In fact, in a recent survey of state CIOs, cybersecurity was ranked the top enterprise risk for state governments in 2022. As state and local governments look at ways to improve data security, what should they know and who should they turn to, to lend a hand? In this episode of "Migrating to the Citizen-Focused, Secure Cloud," we speak with Mark Belluz, Managing Director at CAS Severn about the rising complexity of cybersecurity attacks and how state and local government entities can partner with industry to improve data security.

Powering Successful Cloud Migration Nov 28, 2022

As state and local governments continue to move toward digital government, there’s no doubt that cloud has become an essential tool to enable the user-friendly, services constituents want and to streamline operations to improve mission success. But while cloud holds the ability to revolutionize government operations and skyrocket innovation, cloud migrations are no easy feat, particularly for state and local governments that often have limited resources and shoestring IT staff. Migrations require a plethora of new skills, cost assessments, tools and more that require expertise to navigate and execute successfully. In this episode of the "Migrating to the Citizen-Focused, Secure Cloud Podcast," we’ll speak with Matt Cozzolino, Senior Solutions Architect at IVOXY Consulting about how state and local government organizations can successfully tackle cloud migrations, typical pitfalls and how vendor partners can aid agencies in their efforts.

Today’s State and Local Government Cloud Landscape Nov 28, 2022

On this episode of the Migrating to the Citizen-Focused, Secure Cloud podcast, host Camille Tuutti sits down with Michael Kedik, vice president of product management at Xigent Solutions, an IT consulting partner for organizations embarking on an IT improvement journey to achieve business goals via a result-driven IT approach. The two discuss insights into the current SLED market from an IT perspective, the challenges the public sector is facing, and how they can strategically adopt technology to arm themselves for the future.

The Future of Zero Trust Oct 24, 2022

In recent years, agencies have begun rapidly moving their data and workflows to the cloud to better accommodate the evolving federal workforce. And as they mature their IT environments to meet more complex needs and outpace the increasingly sophisticated threatscape, advanced cybersecurity solutions like zero trust architecture are imperative to secure mission critical assets. However, although they have made significant progress, limited budgets and already-strained IT departments can hinder implementation and leave agency systems vulnerable. So, how can agencies ensure they implement zero trust efficiently and effectively with the correct technical requirements? In this podcast episode, host Camille Tutti and James Ebeler, Chief Technology Officer at ThreeWire Systems, answer this question by outlining the steps agencies can take to successfully implement zero trust architecture, and examine the future of zero trust for agencies.

Determining the Best Cloud Environment Oct 24, 2022

While cloud infrastructure can streamline workflows and bolster data storage for agencies, most must plan implementation around legacy systems. As a result, they are faced with an overwhelming decision between the variety of cloud frameworks — such as hybrid or multi cloud — to best accommodate their complex infrastructures and ensure they are taking full advantage of the technology. But with so many options available, how can agencies know what cloud environment is right for them? In this episode of The State of Federal Cloud podcast, host Camille Tutti and Ryan Nelson, market intelligence and analytics manager at immixGroup, delve into the advantages and disadvantages of the different cloud systems available to agencies, how they can determine what infrastructure is right for them and how industry partners can help them leverage cloud to optimize mission success.

Securing the Cloud with CMMC Aug 23, 2022

Amid increasingly complex and sophisticated cyberattacks, the Department of Defense — whose sectors manage highly confidential data in the cloud on a day-to-day basis — are taking every necessary step to ensure their cybersecurity postures are effective and up-to-date. Internally, they have instituted solutions like Comply-to-Connect (C2C), a comprehensive framework designed to increase cybersecurity efficiency across all DoD’s operational environments. But they are also extending these rigorous standards to outside organizations. In order to ensure their numerous industry partners are equipped with the security protocols necessary to handle information critical to our nation’s safety, the DoD implemented Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) — compliance requirements that allow the DoD to determine whether a potential partner has the framework necessary to work with vulnerable and controlled data. In this podcast episode, moderator Camille Tuutti speaks with Devin Henderson, founder and CEO of DH Tech about the benefits of the department taking cybersecurity measures to the next level with C2C and CMMC, key challenges they face with implementation, how agencies and contractors can implement CMMC effectively, and how these frameworks will impact their mission now and in the future.

Cloud Protection: How the Air Force Puts Cloud Security at the Top of Their Agenda Jul 25, 2022

Digital transformation is a buzzword in government — due in part to the pandemic, countless agencies across the federal government have started moving their services online and transforming into modern, digital institutions. Despite the clear benefit of digital transformation, as new technologies enter agency IT stacks, it’s also important to consider the risks, particularly with cyber attacks on the rise. Security Stories: A Look Inside How Federal Agencies Ensure Mission Security, a podcast sponsored by NetApp and Presidio Federal, seeks to uncover how federal agencies are securing their networks against these increasing threats while still prioritizing innovation. On the inaugural episode, host Troy Schneider, president of GovExec Media, is joined by the Department of the Air Force's Principal Cyber Advisor, Wanda Jones-Heath, to discuss how the Air Force is securing its network against malicious actors.

Bringing Data-Driven Government to Life Jun 23, 2022

Data-driven: It’s a buzzword any government or IT leader has heard countless times. As our world becomes more technology-driven, agencies have at their fingertips the data they need to make more informed decisions. The challenge for agencies today, however, is not in gathering that data, but in storing, sorting, analyzing and nurturing it through the entire data lifecycle until it is ultimately transformed into useful insights. So, how can agencies build a thoughtful and strategic underlying infrastructure that can enable government IT teams to securely store and manage data? That’s exactly what host Troy Schneider, General Manager for Government Technology Brands at GovExec will discuss with IBM’s Federal Ecosystem Lead Katharyn White and Presidio Federal’s Senior Vice President of Operations Brian Johnson in this podcast.

The Federal Cloud Forecast: A Glimpse into the Government of the Future May 16, 2022

Today's government agencies are undergoing a large-scale transformation. Evolving needs, driven by the COVID-19 pandemic — and a laundry list of other national and global events — have put more pressure on agencies to modernize their IT. Today, cloud has become a tool that empowers transformation and innovation, especially as agencies optimize their hybrid workspaces in a post-COVID world. But what will this cloud-driven future actually look like? Introducing the Federal Cloud Forecast, a podcast produced by GovExec in collaboration with VMware and Presidio Federal, where we take a look at how cloud will impact the government of the future. Here, host Camille Tuutti sits down with Robert Riegle, senior director of solutions engineering and sales at VMware to discuss cloud adoption, to discuss IT modernization and the changing hybrid workforce. Together, they delve into how agencies can overcome hurdles to cloud adoption and what tools and services can help them do so.

Episode 1: Tackling the Cybersecurity Executive Order Feb 23, 2022

It’s no secret that cyber threats are on the rise. As the government becomes more digital, combatting those threats becomes even more critical to the U.S. government’s ability to thrive and serve constituents. The Cybersecurity Executive Order, released in May 2021, seeks to help agencies pave the way to more secure systems. To help agencies understand how to meet the requirements of the executive order — and why it’s crucial to do so — host James Hanson, group publisher for Federal and Technology Markets at GovExec, speaks with two of ServiceNow’s experts: Vice President of Business Development Robert Walker and Lead for SecOps Federal Sales Jeff Lacorte.

Episode 2: Strengthening and Empowering the Federal Workforce Feb 23, 2022

The first priority of the President’s Management Agenda challenges government agencies to become a model employer, hiring a workforce that reflects the nation’s diversity and providing employees the support they need to succeed. Recruiting and retaining the best and brightest requires tools and services that are modern, intuitive, mobile and similar to those they use outside of the workplace. James Hanson, group publisher for Federal and Technology Markets at GovExec, delves into these requirements and what it takes to bring them to life on the second episode of the Transforming Government Experience podcast. Joining him to talk through the first priority is ServiceNow’s Principal Digital Strategist for DoD & the Intelligence Community and Senior Principal Product Success Manager for Employee Workflows, Kevin Hall.

Episode 3: Delivering Excellent, Equitable and Secure Services and Experiences Feb 23, 2022

The federal government interacts with millions of people each day, providing vital services during some of the most critical moments in people’s lives. Too often, however, people must navigate a tangled web of government websites, offices and phone numbers to access the services they depend on. Recent guidance from the federal government aims to change that. The Biden administration’s Management Agenda Vision and the Executive Order on Transforming Federal Customer Experience — both launched in late 2021 — aim to improve how government agencies interact with citizens. On this episode of Transforming Government Experience, James Hanson, group publisher for Federal and Technology Markets at GovExec, is joined by ServiceNow’s Field Chief Technical Officer for State and Local Government Chris Dilley and Federal CTO Jonathan Alboum to discuss what it takes to improve the citizen experience and the extraordinary impact it can have.

Episode 4: Improving the Business of Government Feb 23, 2022

Like any organization, government only works well when people and parts are aligned. The larger the organization, the more difficult this is to achieve, which is one of the many reasons why the government has struggled with information silos for years. On the contrary, a common operating picture can help agencies reduce friction, improve accountability, and meet the requirements laid out in the President’s Management Agenda. On this episode of Transforming Government Experience, host James Hanson, group publisher for Federal and Technology Markets at GovExec, is joined by ServiceNow’s Global Head of State, Local and Regional Government Solutions Tom Yeatts and Enterprise Architect John Spirko to discuss what it takes to improve the business of government — and the tools needed to help streamline project management.

Redesigning Public Assistance Jan 10, 2022

The New York State Department of Labor recently launched an Excluded Workers Program with the aim to bring financial relief to thousands of workers across the state who lost income during the pandemic and did not qualify for government-issued COVID-19 benefits. In an amazing effort, the NYDOL set up a new eligibility program in just 12 weeks and approved over $850 million in benefits for distribution in the first month. But new programs also mean new challenges, and the NYDOL needed to not just ensure that funds were being distributed, but that they were reaching the right people. How did they do it? With the help of Artificial Intelligence. By tapping technologies from Google Cloud and data science software Quantiphi, the NYDOL was able to launch a cloud-based user-friendly and streamlined application program that helped to ensure benefit integrity. That’s what host James Hanson, Group Publisher for Federal and Technology Markets at GovExec will be digging into on this episode of AI: Gov Reimagined. James will be speaking with Denise Winkler, strategic business executive for Global Public Sector at Google Cloud and Taylor Cyr, managing director of Public Sector/Higher Education at Quantiphi. We’ll be discussing how Quantiphi is helping the NYDOL spot fraud and abuse in the Excluded Workers Program — and how agencies can use cloud-based AI tools to help safeguard constituent benefits. Check out what they have to say by listening to the full episode

The Talent Imperative: Prioritizing the Employee Experience Dec 23, 2021

There’s a mass exodus happening among today’s workforce. According to a report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a record 4.3 million Americans left their jobs in August 2021. The “Great Resignation” — or the “Big Quit” as some are calling it — has shaken nearly every industry, including public sector. The average time to hire federal employees is around 100 days, and contributing to the delay is legacy systems. In the era of COVID-19 and the expansion of remote work, employee experience is an essential mode of operation. Introducing "The Talent Imperative,” a podcast from GovExec in partnership with Salesforce, where we dig into the ways government leaders can attract and retain employees during this turbulent time. Here, host and President of GovExec Constance Sayers sits down with Casey Coleman, senior vice president of Global Public Sector Digital Transformation at Salesforce, to discuss how agencies can leverage tools and best practices to enhance the employee experience. Check it out.

Resecuring Benefit Integrity Dec 23, 2021

As the need for unemployment insurance swept the nation, benefits agencies across the country stepped in to provide aid to those in need. Meanwhile, new legislation and inefficient legacy systems created a perfect storm for errors or fraud, meaning many benefits didn’t reach those who truly needed it. To reduce improper payments and streamline the system, agencies need a way to analyze applications and identify potential errors. Modern AI solutions can offer an answer. To help wade through and analyze applications, the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission tapped an AI-based solution from data analytics company SpringML. Making use of Google Cloud tools, the solution uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to uncover suspicious patterns, detect fraud and improve verification. So, how did the OESC make use of AI and ML to improve benefit integrity? On this episode of the AI: Gov Reimagined podcast, James Hanson, group publisher for Federal and Technology Markets at GovExec, catches up with Denise Winkler, strategic business executive for Global Public Sector at Google Cloud; Arun Natarajan, director of Cloud & Platform Partners for SpringML; and Shelley Zumwalt, CEO and Executive Director at OESC. Check it out!

The Federal Innovator Podcast: Building an Innovation Timeline Dec 14, 2021

Innovative ideas on their own are just that. It takes thoughtful, influential leaders to consistently connect innovators with the funding and resources they need to grow their ideas into high-impact products. Jennifer Shieh, chief scientist and program manager for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Investment and Innovation, is one such leader. Shieh focuses on connecting startups and small businesses with funding agencies and resource vehicles across the country, with the aim to transform high-risk, high-impact technologies into marketable products and services that solve problems. On this episode of The Federal Innovator podcast, a podcast for and about the innovators taking on the biggest challenges in the federal government — and making change that is more human, simple and enduring — hosts Tim Irvine, managing director and Accenture Federal Studio lead, and Stephanie Wander, acting director at the Atlantic Council’s GeoTech Center speak with Dr. Shieh about her role, the importance of small businesses in the U.S. and what it takes to build an effective innovation pipeline.

Reevaluating Vaccine Sentiment Dec 14, 2021

Understanding obstacles to the COVID-19 vaccination is key for public sector leaders looking to run an effective vaccination program. With the aim to better understand these obstacles and redistribute resources more effectively, the State of California is tapping into the wide array of public sector feedback. With Google Cloud’s enterprise sentiment analytics approach, in partnership with Syntasa, the California Office of Digital Innovation is tapping into these data sources and organized constituent sentiment in a way that could support a number of vaccine distribution stakeholders, from the Office of Emergency Services’ ability to plan mobile vaccination sites, to the Department of Public Health’s ability to run effective social media campaigns, among others. In this episode of AI: Gov Reimagined, host James Hanson, group publisher for Federal and Technology Markets at GovExec speaks with two innovators at the California Office of Digital Innovation, JP Petrucione, deputy director of communications and insights, and Jeffrey Marino, the agency’s insight’s product lead as well as Google Cloud’s Public Sector Head of Customer Analytics Quinn Chasan about the California ODI’s efforts to better understand constituent sentiment with the support of Google Cloud technologies.

Machine Morality: How Better Data Sharing Can Prevent the Next Cyber Attack Dec 07, 2021

In the world of AI, there’s no quick fix for mitigating bias. Quite the opposite: To truly achieve insightful outcomes, today’s government IT leaders must continuously check and monitor their data. Never has that been more important than it is today — at a time when the supply chain is especially vulnerable to attack. And with so many players in the government IT space, securing the supply chain will require all hands on deck. In this third and final episode of Machine Morality, we discuss how government agencies and their industry partners can more effectively protect their critical infrastructure. Check it out.

Machine Morality: How Bias Creeps Into Geospatial Intelligence Dec 07, 2021

Maps are everywhere. Whether navigating to and from the office or analyzing location-specific threats from foreign adversaries, government and defense leaders rely on geospatial intelligence systems, or GIS, to glean real-time insights that help them to make decisions. These AI-powered digital maps offer visualizations and analytics many of us couldn’t imagine just five or 10 years ago. But, as with all data-powered technologies, agencies need to ensure they’re tapping up-to-date, robust information to fuel their GIS tools and making use of best practices around data use and maintenance. For example, who is training the data used to populate these maps? And how are inherent and unconscious biases impacting their quality? That’s the obstacle we’ll tackle on this episode of Machine Morality, a podcast from Esri and GovExec’s Studio 2G where we get to the bottom of some of government’s biggest ethical AI challenges. On this episode, we'll hear from defense and industry leaders who spoke at the recent webcast, ”AI and Ethics: Integrity and Geospatial Analytics.” Check it out.

Machine Morality: Unwanted Bias in AI, Explained Dec 07, 2021

Today’s government agencies are tasked with providing quality experiences and services to their constituents. More and more, that requires the implementation of AI and automated tools, from chatbots and virtual assistants to enhanced mapping and monitoring capabilities. These innovations empower government agencies to do more with less, and more importantly, provide citizens and staff with services where and when they need them. But there’s a bit of a caveat here. While AI has all this potential, it also comes with a number of risks and challenges. Incomplete data sets and human error during the data training process can lead to biased algorithms. If we’re not careful, AI can end up doing more harm than good. So, how can government agencies prevent these biases while continuing to innovate? Introducing Machine Morality, a new podcast from Esri and GovExec’s Studio 2G, where we’ll get to the bottom of some of government’s biggest ethical AI challenges. In this three-part series, we’ll listen in as experts on AI and ethics from government and industry alike discuss how defense and intelligence leaders can strategically implement the latest AI tools and technologies, while ensuring the technology is used in a way that serves all populations fairly and equally. This episode will draw from a recent webcast from Defense One and INSA, underwritten by Esri, titled “AI and Ethics: Mitigating Unwanted Bias” in which experts discuss some of today’s most pressing hurdles for AI in government — and how we can begin to address them together. Check it out.

Discussions in Federal Healthcare: Get the Most from Your Coverage Nov 22, 2021

Health is all about building daily habits. Whether it’s what we eat, how many hours of sleep we get or how often we exercise, the choices we make have a lasting impact on our overall wellness. With 2022 upon us, government employees are laser-focused on choosing health coverage that meets their needs. But the new year is also an opportunity to set new goals and build healthy habits for the year ahead. As we look to the future, Federal employees and retirees may not be aware that there are a number of activities included in their healthcare plans they can take advantage of right now to improve their health. From gym discounts to wellness incentives, there are a multitude of opportunities that exist for government employees looking to make the most of their health benefits. In this third and final episode of “Discussions in Federal Healthcare," a podcast from the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, in collaboration with GovExec’s Studio 2G, we'll discuss how government employees can take advantage of wellness incentives and programs.

Preparing for Open Season: What Government Employees Need to Know Oct 26, 2021

The month of November tends to conjure up images of fall foliage, pumpkin patches and Thanksgiving dinner. But for federal employees, it also means it’s time to start thinking about health benefits. Open season, after all, is right around the corner and it’s only a matter of time before employees need to choose a health insurance plan for fiscal year 2022. But what do federal employees need to know about signing up for or renewing their health, dental and vision benefits this open season? That's the question our experts answer on this second episode of “Discussions in Federal Healthcare,'' a podcast from the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, in collaboration with GovExec’s Studio 2G, that aims to educate federal employees on healthcare benefits and services.

The Federal Innovator Podcast: Art, Innovation and Storytelling Oct 25, 2021

Innovation comes in many forms. And while it’s easy to think of ingenuity in government as an upgrade to an aircraft or a new customer service, it could also look like an AI-powered light sculpture. This is exactly the case for The Smithsonian, which is on the verge of launching its “FUTURES” exhibit, the organization’s first major building-wide exploration of the future, which weaves together art, technology and the human experience. On this episode of The Federal Innovator podcast, a podcast for and about the innovators taking on the biggest challenges in the federal government — and making change that is more human, simple and enduring, we’ll be delving into the exhibit. Rachel Goslins, director of the Smithsonian’s Arts and Industries Building, the newly renovated space which houses the FUTURES exhibit, joins co-hosts Tim Irvine, managing director and Accenture Federal Digital Studio lead, and Stephanie Wander, acting director and senior fellow at the Atlantic Council’s GeoTech Center to discuss what innovation means to her, why she decided to pursue the exhibit, and what it takes to move innovation forward in the world of government.

The Federal Innovator Podcast: Accelerating Innovation Sep 14, 2021

Given the scale and complexity of many government agencies, a unifying purpose and silo-spanning collaboration is the foundation required to fulfilling their missions. But, getting stakeholders and subject matter experts in the same room to rally around opportunities and create that desirable future is no easy feat. This is especially true for the State Department’s Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations which is charged with connecting stakeholder and experts via secure, resilient facilities that support the State Department’s objectives abroad. And during the pandemic, when experts were confined to their homes and travel was restricted, that challenge only became more urgent and complex. The State Department’s OBO Technology Accelerator Program was tasked with bridging the gap — and they did just that. Making their world just a little bit smaller by piloting mixed reality headsets that allowed their experts to provide remote assistance to on-site workers via live point-of-view video calls. But what did it take to get this innovative technology up and running? And what is its future at the State Department? That’s what hosts Tim Irvine, managing director and lead and Accenture Federal Studio and Stephanie Wander, deputy director and senior fellow at the Atlantic Council discuss today on this episode of The Federal Innovator, a podcast for and about the innovators taking on the biggest challenges in the federal government, and making change that is more human, simple and enduring. Joining to discuss those issues is Danilo Stapula, chief information officer for the Overseas Buildings Operations for the State Department and Erica Jaume, technology accelerator program manager at the State Department.

Rethinking the Future of Medical Imaging Aug 29, 2021

When it came to understanding and fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, governments across the globe called on the most advanced healthcare technologies available. Chief among these was artificial intelligence, which played a key role in tracing the virus and understanding its spread. As a result, AI’s use in the healthcare field has advanced at a rapid pace, possibly compressing nearly two years' worth of digital transformation into just a few months. While the pandemic has both created and highlighted major AI advancements in the healthcare field, it’s also brought to the fore the need to continue advancing the technology — and the gains that can be made in doing so. These advantages are already evident at the Defense Innovation Unit, which has contracted with Google Cloud to prototype an AI-enabled digital pathology solution that aims to improve predictive cancer diagnoses at select DoD facilities. On this episode of AI: Gov Reimagined, Dr. Niels Olson, the DIU chief medical officer and originator of the Predictive Health project, Dr. Craig Mermel, senior staff research scientist at Google Health, and Google Cloud’s Head of Defense Intelligence Sales Scott Frohman, discuss the possibilities of AI in healthcare, the project the DIU is undertaking around predictive cancer diagnoses, and how AI and augmented reality can move the needle on patient outcomes and cost.

Reimagining Unemployment Response Aug 29, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic introduced major disruption into the way we work, live and interact with government, but not all those changes were negative. Today, many governments are looking to continue the technological disruption the pandemic instigated — rethinking how they go about delivering citizen services and evolving their systems to meet tomorrow’s needs, as well as today’s. Case in point is the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, or DWD which partnered with Google Cloud late last year following a major influx of applications to tap AI with the aim to speed the processing of unemployment claims as well as improve accuracy and reduce fraud. On this episode of AI: Gov Reimagined, Denise Winkler, Strategic Business Executive for Global Public Sector at Google Cloud and Amy Pechacek, Secretary-designee for the Wisconsin DWD, talk about that project, the department's plans to continue overhaulng its unemployment response and how AI can continue to disrupt and improve citizen experiences.

Redefining Job Seeking Aug 28, 2021

There’s no doubt that 2020 proved an especially difficult year for job hunting. Millions of Americans filed for unemployment as businesses were forced to shutter locations or cut back on staff in order to accommodate health and safety requirements around the pandemic. Now, as vaccines continue to roll out across the country, governments and businesses everywhere are beginning to look out at the road to recovery. Much of that recovery involves getting the nation back to work — but in a vastly different work landscape than we've ever seen before. So, how can state and local governments help constituents navigate this new world of work and help to bolster economic recovery? That’s exactly what Quinn Chasan, head of customer analytics at Google Cloud, and Sarah Blusiewicz, assistant director of Workforce Development Services at the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training will be speaking about on this episode of AI: Gov Reimagined. Check it out!

The Federal Innovator Podcast: Mapping UX Innovation Aug 02, 2021

For the Defense Department, designing with the user in mind means designing for the warfighter, offering them the tools they need to protect and serve effectively. No one knows more about the importance of UX for the defense sector better than Colt Whittall, chief experience officer for the U.S. Air Force. On this episode of The Federal Innovator podcast, Whittall joins co-hosts Tim Irvine, managing director and lead at Accenture Federal Digital Studio, and Stephanie Wander, deputy director and senior fellow at the Atlantic Council to talk through what outstanding UX looks like, how bad UX can prove a barrier to mission success and what it takes to bring user-centric design to life for the federal government. Check out what they have to say!

Leadership Voices: Security's New Normal Jul 27, 2021

As we look out at an uncertain future that many are calling the “next normal,” agencies need to consider how employees and data will remain secure in what will most certainly be a more digital future. Host and GovExec President Constance Sayers digs into those challenges with Intel's Federal Chief Technology Officer, Steve Orrin, on this episode of our Leadership Voices podcast, an ongoing series where industry experts offer insights, tips, and know-how to help government leaders solve their greatest challenges. Check it out to learn more about today's top security challenges for government — and what agencies can do to solve them!

2021: Response, Recovery and Resilience Jul 19, 2021

Today, local governments everywhere face the same challenge: How to deliver billions of vaccines to those that need them, quickly, efficiently, and with finite resources. To do so requires intense and precise workflow management. So, what tools and techniques can prove useful in the quest to vaccinate the U.S. population? How can they effectively connect workflows and information across organizations and systems to effectively distribute, track and monitor vaccine distribution? And, as agencies look out at the next normal, what other types of tools will they need to safely and effectively manage a hybrid workforce and a more digitally savvy constituent population? Those are exactly the questions our host Constance Sayers, president of GovExec, will dig into on the first episode of The Digital Citizen with Chris Dilley, CTO for State and Local Government at ServiceNow and his colleague Tom Yeatts, Global Head of State, Local, and Regional Government Solutions. Check out what they have to say!

2022: The Next Normal Jul 19, 2021

What does it take to manage a hybrid workforce without creating data silos that can hamstring agencies? And what types of platforms offer agencies the tools they need to meet today’s challenges while allowing them room to modernize for tomorrow’s needs, as well? Those are exactly the questions host and GovExec President Constance Sayers will dig into on today’s episode of The Digital Citizen podcast. Joining her to talk through these challenges is Chris Dilley, CTO for State and Local Government at ServiceNow and his colleague Tom Yeatts, Global Head of State, Local, and Regional Government Solutions.

2023: Long-Term Digital Strategy Jul 19, 2021

How can agencies capitalize on the investments and platforms they are making now in order to better serve the citizen and in the future? That's the question host and GovExec President Constance Sayers will dig into on today’s episode of The Digital Citizen, a three-part podcast series from ServiceNow in partnership with Government Executive Media Group’s Studio 2G. Joining her to talk through these challenges is Chris Dilley, CTO for State and Local Government at ServiceNow and his colleague Tom Yeatts, Global Head of State, Local, and Regional Government Solutions.

Weigh Your Options: Understanding Medical Benefits Jul 09, 2021

It’s 2021 and healthcare is a hot topic. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, government employees have been at the frontlines — distributing tests and vaccinations, answering questions about health benefit eligibility and ensuring constituents receive the care they need during these turbulent times. But how can we ensure federal employees are able to access the same level of care they've provided to citizens? After all, healthcare is complicated. Signing up for benefits shouldn’t be. Introducing “Discussions in Federal Healthcare,'' a new podcast from Blue Cross Blue Shield in collaboration with GovExec’s Studio 2G, that aims to educate federal employees on how they can take full advantage of healthcare benefits and services. On this pilot episode, GovExec's James Hanson catches up with Bill Breskin and David Yoder, two experts from the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, to discuss the current healthcare landscape.

Episode 1: The Basics of TIC 3.0 Jun 22, 2021

In this episode of The Roadmap to TIC 3.0, Constance Sayers, president of Government Executive Media Group, will speak with Chad Mitchell, technical solutions architect for U.S. Public Sector at Cisco and Ryan Friel, senior consulting solutions architect for the Public Sector Cloud Practice at WWT to talk through the basics of TIC 3.0, its connection with zero trust and cloud, as well as why agencies should begin to align architectures with this framework in order to strengthen cyber defenses.

Episode 2: TIC 3.0 and the Telework Transformation Jun 21, 2021

In this episode of The Roadmap to TIC 3.0, Constance Sayers, president of Government Executive Media Group, will speak with Chad Mitchell, technical solutions architect for U.S. Public Sector at Cisco and Michael Pfeiffer, Cloud Networking Architect at WWT to talk through how TIC 3.0 provides the flexibility necessary to enable remote workers as well as the unified communications and collaboration tools they need to remain productive.

Episode 3: Moving Modernization Forward with TIC 3.0 Jun 21, 2021

In this episode of The Roadmap to TIC 3.0, Constance Sayers, president of Government Executive Media Group, will speak with Chris Hocker, systems architect at Cisco Systems and Bob Costello, strategic advisor for public sector at WWT to hone-in on how TIC 3.0 can improve network performance and manageability, cybersecurity, and operational effectiveness for federal government networks.

The Machine Momentum Podcast: The Problem with One-Size-Fits-All AI Jun 15, 2021

What can artificial intelligence do for your agency? The answer to that question isn’t all that simple: it depends on a number of factors, like how your agency operates today and what your goals are for the future. AI solutions, therefore, are most effective when they’re customized to meet those specific needs. Few organizations know this better than the Department of Defense. As the largest federal agency, DOD has made several strides to prioritize and implement AI across agencies in a way that contributes to the enhancement of national security. In this third and final episode of Machine Momentum, Iron Bow Technologies' Jim Smid and James Ebeler discuss the important work DOD is doing to implement customizable and scalable AI solutions.

The Machine Momentum Podcast: Government Security, Powered by AI Jun 15, 2021

When it comes to security, government agencies can never be too careful. From Solarwinds to Microsoft Exchange, federal organizations have faced a year of breaches that have set off the clear need to rethink their security posture. And they’re turning to AI for assistance. How are they doing it? That’s what we discuss in this episode of Machine Momentum, a podcast where we aim to demystify artificial intelligence and machine learning for government leaders.

The Machine Momentum Podcast: Mythbusters: What AI Is and What It Isn’t Jun 15, 2021

Artificial Intelligence: Two words we’ve all heard before. But when asked to actually explain what this technology does and how it impacts our lives, how many people can offer up a comprehensive answer? Not too many, it turns out. It’s time to change that. Introducing Machine Momentum, a podcast where we aim to demystify artificial intelligence and machine learning for government leaders once and for all. On this episode, Constance Sayers, President of GovExec, sits down with Jim Smid, Chief Technology Officer of Iron Bow Technologies, to discuss what AI is — and what it isn’t.

The Federal Innovator Podcast: Speaking the Love Language of the Decisionmaker Jun 14, 2021

As government agencies adopt new technologies and approaches to modernize their mission, they’re increasingly relying on trusted partners in the public sector, academia, ventures, startups and industry to get them there. But how exactly are government innovators finding these partners and creating relationships? What’s the lingua franca among partners, and how do you speak the love language of the decisionmaker? That’s what we'll discuss on the second episode of The Federal Innovator, a podcast for and about the innovators taking on the biggest challenges in the federal government — and making change that is more human, simple and enduring. On this episode, Sandeep Patel, director of HHS’ Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority’s Division of Research, Ventures, and Innovation, or DRIVE, joins co-hosts Tim Irvine, managing director and Accenture Federal Digital Studio lead, and Stephanie Wander, deputy director and senior fellow at the Atlantic Council.

Building the Future of Government: TIC 3.0 Jun 09, 2021

2020 was a transformative year, if nothing else. Going forward, as agencies look out at the next normal, they are facing a more remote workforce and digital government. Protecting and managing these more distributed networks will require new architectures — this is what TIC 3.0 promises to do. So how can agencies tap TIC 3.0 to bolster the future of agency operations? That’s exactly what we’ll discuss on the premiere episode of our Building the Future of Government. On this episode, host Craig Hill, distinguished systems engineer in the U.S. Public Sector CTO’s Office at Cisco, will explore the ins and outs of TIC 3.0 with Chris Hocker, Consulting Systems Engineer at Cisco Systems. To learn what TIC 3.0 is, how to employ it, and how to prepare for transformation, check out the full episode

Building the Future of Government: SASE Architecture Jun 07, 2021

The future of government is digital — but getting there requires agencies to adopt a plethora of new technologies and ways of working. This new way of working requires new network architectures. Enter secure access service edge (SASE), a network architecture that rolls software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) and security into a cloud service that promises simplified WAN deployment, improved efficiency and security, and to provide appropriate bandwidth per application. So, what exactly is SASE, what it can do and how it can support agencies? That’s exactly what we’ll be talking about on our second episode of “Building the Future of Government,” a three-part podcast series that will seek to lay out a roadmap for what agencies need to know to lay a path to government operations of the future. On this episode, host Craig Hill, distinguished systems engineer in the U.S. Public Sector CTO’s Office at Cisco, explores the world of SASE Architecture in the digital transformation journey with Wade Lehrschall, a business solutions architect at Cisco. Check out what they have to say

Building the Future of Government: Zero Trust Jun 07, 2021

Cybersecurity is an ongoing battle for agencies. As IT environments change and become less about the perimeter and more about the user, agencies are faced with the challenge of a new security environment alongside the task of trying to outpace malicious actors that are rapidly creating more sophisticated threats. A Zero Trust approach can help. In this episode, we’ll talk through what agencies need to know about security as they continue on their digital transformation journeys and how they can work with trusted vendor partners, like Cisco, to help stay ahead of threats. This is what we’ll discuss in the third and final episode of “Building the Future of Government,” a three-part podcast series that seeks to lay out a roadmap for what agencies need to know to lay a path to government operations of the future. In this episode, host Craig Hill, distinguished systems engineer in the U.S. Public Sector CTO’s Office at Cisco talks with Chad Mitchell, technical solutions architect for U.S. Public Sector at Cisco about Zero Trust and how the approach can tackle security across agencies. Check out what they have to say

The Federal Innovator Podcast: Breaking Tradition to Transform May 13, 2021

As government agencies navigate an accelerated tech landscape, increased consumer demand and IT modernization, they will need innovative ways to keep up and adapt. Much of that will require breaking convention and stepping outside the usual boxes of government tech acquisition and processes. As a result, agencies today are looking away from traditional methods and tapping strategy prototyping to solve problems in new ways and prepare for the future of work. That’s what we discuss on the premiere episode of The Federal Innovator, a podcast for and about the innovators taking on the biggest challenges in the federal government — and making change that is more human, simple and enduring. On this episode, co-hosts Tim Irvine, managing director and lead at Accenture Federal Digital Studio, and Stephanie Wander, deputy director and senior fellow at the Atlantic Council are joined by Dr. Ryan Vega, the Diffusion of Excellence lead at the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Center for Innovation.

Operation Automation: How AI Is Modernizing Citizen Engagement with Government May 13, 2021

On this episode of Industry Insights, a podcast for government leaders by industry leaders, host and President of Government Executive Media Group Constance Sayers sits down with Dave York, SVP of Public Sector for Genesys, a leader for omnichannel customer experience and contact center solutions. They discuss how government agencies begin to modernize their engagement with constituents to meet the needs of today — and tomorrow.

Protecting the Mission: Government Paves a Path to Better Application Security Dec 07, 2020

On this episode of Industry Insights, GEMG's Constance Sayers is joined by Dan Woods, vice president at Shape Security, to discuss the importance of application security — and what steps agencies can take to protect their data.

Next Level Government: Transforming the Federal Customer Experience Nov 09, 2020

On this episode of Industry Insights, GEMG's Constance Sayers is joined by Michael Parker, the vice president of business development for Salesforce, to discuss how agencies can improve their customer experience architecture — and why it's important that they do.

Intel's Steve Orrin Weighs in on Securing the Data Ecosystem Aug 06, 2020

As more tools are put in place to store, process and leverage data, ensuring that data stays secure as it makes its way across the ecosystem is a major consideration for government and IT leaders. So how can agencies secure that data effectively? Intel Federal CTO Steve Orrin offers advice on how agencies can tap edge-to-cloud solutions securely and appropriately to drive insights.

Intel's Steve Orrin on Making Data AI Ready Aug 06, 2020

When it comes to using data to the fullest, the challenge for agencies, today, is deploying tools and strategies that make data cloud ready even before they begin the migration process. So how can agencies leverage edge to cloud solutions to make this possible? Intel's Federal CTO Steve Orrin weigh's in.

Mission Critical: The Tech Powering Agencies Through the Pandemic Jun 25, 2020

How can government agencies fully take advantage of all of the technologies available to them as they continue to adapt to the ever-changing circumstances brought on by the pandemic? That’s exactly the question Constance Sayers, President of Government Executive Media Group and Todd Schroeder, Director of Public Sector Digital Strategy at Google sat down to discuss on this episode of Industry Insights, a podcast by industry leaders for government leaders, brought to you by Carahsoft and Google. Check out what they have to say by listening to the full episode.

The Agency Working World After COVID-19: Adjusting to the New Normal Jun 24, 2020

How can agency leaders effectively navigate the waters of the teleworking world, shooting the rapids of security, productivity and collaboration? This is exactly the question our host Constance Sayers, president of Government Executive Media Group, explored with Kelsey Nelson, Product Marketing Manager at Okta, on this episode of Industry Insights, a podcast series for government leaders by industry leaders, brought to you by Carahsoft and Okta. Check out how government agencies can tap technology to keep a remote workforce productive, collaborative and secure by listening to the full episode.

Intel's Rick Herrmann Talks Prioritizing Productivity in the Age of Telework Jun 24, 2020

The work landscape is shifting out of the office — and that change is likely here to stay. As government leaders look out ahead to a more distributed workforce, Intel's Americas Public Sector Director Rick Herrmann speaks to the tools and techniques they can use to ensure workers have what they need to be productive.

Intel's Rick Herrmann on Meeting the Security Needs of the 21st Century Jun 24, 2020

Rick Herrmann, Director, Americas Public Sector at Intel, sits down with GEMG President Constance Sayers to talk through what government leaders can do to ensure their IT infrastructure meets today's security needs.

AI Tipping Point — Episode 4: Impact 2020 May 28, 2020

AI projects might have started small, but today there’s no doubt that they’re picking up speed across the public sector. So, how is government adoption accelerating, why are big, transformational projects becoming the norm and why should agencies continue to invest? Those are the questions we’ll be looking to answer in the final episode of The AI Tipping Point — a podcast by Government Executive Media Group in partnership with WWT, NetApp and NVIDIA that looks to answer the question: “If 2019 was the ‘tipping point’ for AI, what’s 2020?” On our final episode, host Tim Hartman, CEO of Government Executive Media Group, speaks with Anthony Robbins, the Vice President of Federal at NVIDIA; Kirk Kern, Chief Technology Officer at NetApp and Bryan Thomas, Senior Vice President of Public Sector at World Wide Technology to drill into the big picture of government AI.

AI Tipping Point — Episode 3: Accelerating the Rate of AI Adoption in Government Apr 27, 2020

In recent years, modernization initiatives have taken government agencies by storm. In the last year alone, 5G has come on the scene to boost connectivity across the board, agencies have integrated cloud services and piloted modernization programs at an impressive pace, and data has become an invaluable resource. All these changes have set the stage in many ways for AI adoption. Yet, despite the many benefits of AI, many leaders in the public sector find it difficult to get AI programs off the ground. So, how can government and IT leaders effectively approach modernization initiatives to accelerate the pace of AI adoption? On this episode of AI Tipping Point — a podcast from Government Executive Media Group’s Studio 2G in collaboration with NVIDIA, NetApp and WWT that aims to answer the question: “If 2019 was the ‘tipping point’ for AI, then what’s ahead?” — we zero in on just that. Host Tim Hartman, CEO of Government Executive Media Group speaks with Mike Madsen, director of strategic engagement for the DoD’s Defense Innovation Unit, an entity dedicated to strengthening national security by accelerating innovation as well as government and military adoption of commercial technologies, and Anthony Robbins, the Vice President of Federal at NVIDIA, both of whom offer insight on how the right tools and stakeholder buy-in can pave a path to AI adoption.

AI Tipping Point — Episode 2: The Power and Problems of Data Apr 20, 2020

There’s no doubt that data today is a valuable resource: It fuels a new age of information and a new suite of tools, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, which are sharpening decision-making for government leaders and automating monotonous tasks for government workers, among other benefits. But data comes with a dark side: Mountains of data need storage, sorting and cleaning; incomplete data can leave algorithms biased or unhelpful and a new wave of data privacy laws bring with them questions and requirements around data use and anonymization. On this episode of AI Tipping Point — a podcast series from Government Executive in collaboration with NVIDIA, World Wide Technology and NetApp that aims to answer the question: “If 2019 was the ‘tipping point’ for AI, then what’s ahead?” — host Constance Sayers, President of Government Executive Media Group, discusses the double-edged sword of data with Greg Smithberger, director of the Capabilities Directorate and CIO for the National Security Agency, and Kirk Kern, Chief Technology Officer at NetApp.

AI Tipping Point — Episode 1: Embedding AI Apr 13, 2020

When it comes to integrating any emerging technology into existing operations, government leaders are often met with a mixture of excitement and hesitancy from staff. Now that AI has begun to trickle into workflows, how can agency leaders ensure the technology is integrated securely and efficiently into existing infrastructure — both technological and human? This is the question we explore on this episode of AI Tipping Point, a podcast series from Government Executive in collaboration with NVIDIA, World Wide Technology and NetApp that aims to answer the question: “If 2019 was the ‘tipping point’ for AI, then what’s ahead?” In this episode, host Constance Sayers, president of Government Executive Media Group, speaks with Jamie Milne, senior engagement manager at World Wide Technology, who offers his insights from years of applying predictive analytics, Big Data and AI at large in the public and private sectors alike. Moreover, two members of the U.S. Secret Service — Jonah Hill, senior cyber policy adviser and Ryan Moore, special agent in charge — weigh in on both the practical and policy aspects of embedding AI into operations.

MachineKind - Episode 3 Man, Meet Machine Jan 17, 2020

The federal workforce is evolving. Employees who work for Uncle Sam are tech savvier than ever before and have more tools at their disposal to be more efficient. Thanks to artificial intelligence and machine learning, it might not be too long before AI coupled with humans become the norm in the workplace, helping make predictive and better analysis and decisions. But there is some hesitation. Opponents fear AI will replace humans in almost every role. Undoubtedly, if humans aren’t about to be replaced skillsets will need to change to keep up with the technology at hand. Ultimately, AI can’t do it alone, it will always need human components in order to make the tech successful. Learn more about how humans and machines make the ultimate pair in this episode of “MachineKind,” a new podcast from Government Executive in collaboration with Nvidia, Dell and GAI, dedicated to exploring the art of the possible in artificial intelligence. In this episode, host Tim Hartman, CEO of the Government Executive Media Group, speaks with Suzette Kent, the federal chief information officer, and Anthony Robbins, the vice president of federal at Nvidia, about navigating the way forward.

MachineKind - Episode 2 AI Mythbusting Dec 06, 2019

When you envision a world powered by artificial intelligence, do you think of a machine-powered utopia or a dystopia where robots replace humans in the workforce and reign supreme? Fears about AI are common in today’s society. While it’s important to examine the potential downsides of every new technology, these fears have the potential to overshadow the potential good AI can — and does — do. In our second episode of MachineKind, a new podcast from Government Executive in collaboration with NVIDIA, Dell Technologies and GAI, Inc. that aims to examine the art of the possible in artificial intelligence, host Constance Sayers, President of Government Executive Media Group will speak with guests Cameron Chehreh, Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Dell Technologies Federal and Dr. Jean Vettel, Senior Science Lead and Neuroscientist at the U.S. Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory, about AI falsehoods — and what exactly the technology is really capable of.

MachineKind - Episode 1 The Path to AI Nov 18, 2019

In 1956, a group of scientists gathered at Dartmouth University in Hanover, New Hampshire, to work on a summer research project. This project was related to the new field of what were then called automatic computers, but what we now know as “artificial intelligence.” Artificial intelligence seems like a new thing, but it’s actually been around longer than many think. This is what we’ll be examining in the first episode of “Machinekind,” a new podcast from Government Executive in collaboration with Nvidia, Dell and GAI, dedicated to exploring the art of the possible in artificial intelligence. In this episode, host Constance Sayers, president of the Government Executive Media Group, speaks with Jay Lambke, the president of GAI whose technology career dates back to late 1980s, and Dr. Alexander Kott, chief scientist at the Army Research Lab, to discuss the evolution of AI research and where things stand with the technology today, especially in the public sector.

Let's Talk Tech: 5G — David Pescovitz Aug 02, 2019

Let's Talk Tech: 5G is a podcast series from AT&T for the public sector. In this episode, Christopher Parente, industry consultant and former marketing director at CTIA, speaks with David Pescovitz, futurist for the Institute of the Future.

Let's Talk Tech: 5G — Chris Smith Aug 02, 2019

Let's Talk Tech: 5G is a podcast series from AT&T for the public sector. In this episode, Christopher Parente, industry consultant and former marketing director at CTIA, speaks with Chris Smith, vice president of technology for at AT&T Public Sector.

Let's Talk Tech: 5G — Mazin Gilbert Aug 02, 2019

Let's Talk Tech: 5G is a podcast series from AT&T for the public sector. In this episode, Christopher Parente, industry consultant and former marketing director at CTIA, speaks with Mazin Gilbert, vice president, advanced technology and systems, AT&T Labs.

Let's Talk Tech: 5G — Andres Fuestch Aug 02, 2019

Let's Talk Tech: 5G is a podcast series from AT&T for the public sector. In this episode, Christopher Parente, industry consultant and former marketing director at CTIA, speaks with Andre Fuetsch, president of AT&T Labs and chief technology officer at AT&T.

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