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Why Lasting Collaboration is Key for Effective AI Regulation

Why Lasting Collaboration is Key for Effective AI Regulation

With the advent of generative AI and the explosion of data privacy, bias, and other concerns, the need for effective AI regulation is becoming increasingly important.

The Federal Government and private sector already have an interest in working together to create strong regulations. The private sector’s knowledge and flexibility provides innovative solutions to the Federal Government, while rigid Federal regulations reduce the likelihood that tech companies will invest in products that could be regulated out of existence.

Applying Artificial Intelligence in the Government

Applying Artificial Intelligence in the Government

In recent years, government agencies have been transitioning to artificial intelligence (AI) for more efficient, accurate, and cost-friendly results. This trend will continue as technology improves and becomes more accessible and cost effective. Technology using AI, including tools that exploit data, is integral to solutions that improve agency operations and processes and data-driven decision-making.

Resiliency When Technology Fails

Resiliency When Technology Fails

The Federal Government relies on technology to deliver critical services to citizens and to protect the homeland. Communication, enabled by technology, allows government agencies such as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to coordinate with local partners when responding to emergency events. But what happens when technology fails? How can operations continue when a cyber security attack compromises communications, or an extreme weather event obliterates IT equipment?

Accelerating FITARA Compliance: Five Steps That Leaders Can Take Today

Accelerating FITARA Compliance: Five Steps That Leaders Can Take Today

Implementing change is not always easy, but it is always necessary. Federal agencies have been working to transform how they acquire and manage Federal information technology (IT). The Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act (FITARA) in December 2014 has increased visibility into this transformation.Although FITARA enhances the authority and accountability of Chief Information Officers (CIOs) in reviewing and approving major IT investment projects, CIOs continue to look for new ways to implement best practices at their agencies.