Transformative Al & Technology for Decisionmaking Part 3

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense ForumIn this episode, we lay out a practical path to trusted AI in government: build a mission fabric that captures operational context, invest in shared data architecture, and measure decision quality through iterative delivery. We also tackle brittle models, multimodal sensing, and smarter procurement that values outcomes over promises.Featuring:- CDR Jonathan White, Cloud and Data Branch Chief, U.S. Coast Guard - Carin Quiroga, Chief Data Officer, Immigration and Customs Enforcement- Courtney Whelan-Stillmun, Principal Architect, Google Public Sector (moderator)This discussion took place January 22nd, 2026, at HSDF’s Technology Innovation in Government SymposiumFollow  HSDF THE PODCAST and never miss latest insider talk on government technology, innovation, and security.  Visit the HSDF YouTube channel to view hours of insightful policy discussion.  For more information about the Homeland Security & Defense Forum (HSDF), visit hsdf.org.