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Federal Insights
by Federal News Network | Hubbard Radio
If you're a federal employee or contractor, we're the news source for you...covering the latest technology, management, defense, contracting, policy, and pay & benefits issues.
Episodes
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How federal employees can maximize health benefits in 2026
Federal employees face higher premiums in 2026. Learn how to use plan tools, mental health resources, and preventive care to stay ahead. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Add graph power to your data analytics
Whether preventing fraud, boosting knowledge management, or refining large language model results, graph databases help agencies get more out large datasets. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Tennessee Valley Authority takes on NARA's digitization mandate
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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This vendor tested its AI human resources solution on itself
IBM provided its own grounds for testing and developing a set of AI tools. It can help client organizations avoid some of the initial mistakes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How generative AI is cutting down ‘busy work’ for the federal workforce
OptumServe’s Amanda Warfield tells Federal News Network how agencies are tapping into generative AI to make federal employees even more productive. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How to manage the digital records deadline
June 30th deadline approaches, when NARA will only accept digitized documents. Agencies must deal with the largest volume known as modern textual records. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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New approach to penetration testing boosts software quality, security
PTaaS throughout the software development lifecycle reduces vulnerabilities and produces more actionable reports. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How to ask the right questions to define AI use cases
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How to ensure zero trust covers both people and applications
Zero trust architectures must cover both users and applications, and extend from the core network to the edge, all while giving all users an equal experience. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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NGA leans in on AI, machine learning to improve data analysis
The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency is harnessing the power of artificial intelligence and machine learning to overcome the challenge of taking in, processing and managing large amounts of data in a short amount of time. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California…
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Accessing the dark web safely is key to using open source intelligence
Experts from CACI say agencies need training and the right technology platforms to successfully navigate and take advantage of the dark web for open source intelligence activities. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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AI success relies on good planning, data and engineering
Planning for artificial intelligence should start with whys, that is, the use cases. After that, think about the data strategy to train algorithms and support ongoing AI deployment. Without a solid data strategy, an AI project could fail because of erroneous output. See Privacy Policy at...
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It modernization use cases
Part 3 of 3: IT modernization use cases Keeping up with technology requires constant evolution. How are agencies employing new technology to better meet their missions and how is it impacting the workforce? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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Imagery is at the center of maritime domain awareness
Maritime awareness starts with imagery generated by military, civilian federal and commercial satellites and other platforms. Planet, for example, provides federal agencies, among other customers, electro-optical imagery from its fleet of some 200 satellites. See Privacy Policy at...
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The IT modernization impact on the workforce
Part 2 of 3: The IT modernization impact on the workforce Keeping up with technology requires constant evolution. How are agencies employing new technology to better meet their missions and how is it impacting the workforce? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...
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Data-driven HR planning requires data integration
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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IT modernization strategies and trends
Part 1 of 3: IT modernization strategies and trends Keeping up with technology requires constant evolution. How are agencies employing new technology to better meet their missions and how is it impacting the workforce? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice…
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Leveraging technology to create a proactive recruitment program
In federal hiring, creating frequent touchpoints with candidates early and often is key — and agencies can do it without exhausting all their time and resources. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Deepening relationships: How agencies are delivering on customer experience
Incremental changes to CX can help agencies reach a more human-centered, personalized approach in their interactions with the public. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Tech modernization takes both human and artificial intelligence
Modernization requires understanding the ultimate users’ needs and the challenges constituents have dealing with systems an agency might deploy. A principal challenge to modernization, according to Guidehouse partner Arijeet Roy, stems from the cost of maintaining and operating legacy systems.…
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Use data and analytics to improve your agency’s workforce dynamics
In the post-pandemic era, managing workforce dynamics have become critically important. Hiring managers should complement their workforce planning and employee satisfaction efforts with a data-driven approach to improve how they recruit and hire, Partners at Guidehouse, Ashley Mattison and Leigh...
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Developing the future federal cyber workforce with Dakota State University
For agencies, getting involved early and often in recruitment is key for the cybersecurity workforce. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Understaffed agencies turn to ‘force-multiplier’ tools to handle growing FOIA work
Understaffed agencies turn to ‘force-multiplier’ tools to handle growing FOIA work See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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For success in AI, start with a clear idea of the outcomes
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Yes, you can deploy AI responsibly and effectively
Agencies often ponder whether to apply AI to citizen interactions under the customer experience movement, or to making internal operations more efficient. But the two are connected, said Susan Wedge, managing partner for the U.S. public and federal market at IBM Consulting. See Privacy Policy at...
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Defense, intel agencies look to “raise the bar” on cybersecurity
“Cross domain solutions” have long been a critical piece of securing those networks, with the technology serving as a sort of gatekeeper to keep out malware and other threats. But with agencies increasingly adopting cloud services for even classified data, the nature of the “cross-domain…
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Can extended reality offer agencies chance to delve into ‘the art of the possible?’
XR technologies are taking hold in the federal government for training and remote assistance. But imagine this “for instance”: air traffic controllers managing the 3D airspace in three dimensions — in that reality. Discover more about what might be possible. See Privacy Policy at...
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Government’s early adoption of AI/ML has prepared it to scale the technology, experts say
Look to the NASA Mars rovers, years ahead of others in embracing artificial intelligence, says Ingram Micro’s Tony Celeste. He sits down with Dell Federal’s Art Villanueva to talk about what’s possible now and why the AI/ML future is bright. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
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Artificial intelligence starts with a robust data policy
To ensure value out of artificial intelligence, first understand what AI actually is, versus a buzzword make popular by emergent generative applications. That’s according to Jay Meil, chief data scientist and managing director for artificial intelligence at SAIC. See Privacy Policy at...
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Agencies look to use data to drive customer experience
The Biden administration’s fiscal 2024 budget proposes a big boost for “customer experience” efforts. And how agencies use data – whether it’s customer feedback data or internal agency information needed to verify eligibility – will be a crucial part of those efforts to establish better...
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Agencies look to ‘standard, repeatable’ processes to adopt cloud tech
Cloud-based software and applications are allowing organizations of all sorts to streamline their missions and generate insights from data. But federal agencies remain especially sensitive to security and other concerns around the cloud. Delie Minaie, vice president for civil sector at Booz Allen...
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Verizon prepares for public safety events, helps federal law enforcement with 'blue sky preparation’
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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U.S. Park Police sergeant says interoperability 'makes us all stronger'
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Agencies shifting into optimized ‘Cloud Choice’ era of modernization
Brad Scyrkels, Cyxtera’s public sector vice president and general manager, said government customers are looking for cloud choice, after following the Office of Management and Budget’s Cloud First and Cloud Smart strategies. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...
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In-house tech tools help the Secret Service carry out its mission
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How NCIS forms a technology 'bridge' to maintain relationships with other agencies
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Zoom moves from video meetings to comprehensive work environment
Agencies have made substantial investments in tele- and remote work capabilities. Now, employees and agency executives sense the need for a new round of capability that integrates functions now coming from multiple, separate applications. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
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How to use feature management to speed software modernization
As agencies move to agile software development and implement continuous integration, continuous delivery pipelines, the ability to test apps safely midstream and quickly pull back to adjust or revise features creates a secure path for modernization. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...
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Coast Guard building software development foundation
The cloud and data branch lives in the C5I Service Center in the Coast Guard. The C5I Service Center provides all IT development and support services for the entire Coast Guard infrastructure. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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Prince George’s Co. fire chief says diversity, equity and inclusion is an ‘invaluable gift’
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Head of Va. State Police 'excited' about diversity, equity and inclusion
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How to provide proof of supply chain security
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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‘Community policing' is fueled by diversity, equity and inclusion
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plays crucial role in the FBI’s mission
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Why security in cloud-native workloads starts at the container level
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How to tackle data protection in multicloud environments
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How to address the cloud literacy gap and improve cloud ROI
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Cybersecurity in the containers age requires a new strategy
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How to bury the password once and for all
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Modernization starts with the network infrastructure
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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