Opinion

The knowns and unknowns of a second Trump administration

Some priorities such as cyber and artificial intelligence are likely not changing, but we will watch the transition for what else might impact government contractors.

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DOJ's strong message to contractors: plug all cybersecurity holes

A string of False Claims Act settlements should put contractors on notice for how the Justice Department is active and open to whistleblower complaints, writes attorney Gordon Schnell.

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How automation can help address the cybersecurity talent shortage

Organizations that automate cybersecurity functions can address the need for more cyber professionals and better use existing talent to increase effectiveness and employee satisfaction, writes Tom Conway, director of federal systems integrators at Armis.

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If Ghostbusters can get a reboot, why not Mythbusters?

Procurement expert Larry Allen makes the case that its time to reboot the Mythbusters franchise to improve communication and efficiency in acquisition.

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The Silent Killer: How a PM's complacency cost his company millions

Business development expert Nic Coppings explains the risk of over estimating the relationship with your customer and how to avoid the pitfalls.

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Inside DHS: Procurement, IT and industry insights

Our next Power Breakfast features key Homeland Security Department officials and executives at their largest contractors discussing DHS' initiatives and industry's role in them.

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Federal civilian IT spending set to surge in fiscal 2025

The ImmixGroup’s Andy Dean analyzes key priorities driving the $76.8 billion IT budget request, including cybersecurity and AI initiatives.

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How election results can shape the chances of a government shutdown

Market expert Larry Allen explains three scenarios for fiscal 2025 appropriations and shutdown risks based on potential election outcomes.

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How agencies can use fiscal year-end funds to drive transformation

End-of-year spending can support meaningful investments that sustain momentum and amplify ongoing efforts, writes IBM's Terry Halverson.

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DOD's IT and cyber priorities for fiscal year 2025

Grier Eagan from immixGroupIT breaks down the IT modernization, deterrence and artificial intelligence opportunities that are available for solutions providers.

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How the Secure by Design initiative can change cybersecurity strategies

GitLab's federal technology chief Joel Krooswyk explains the role of DevSecOps, software bills of materials and artificial intelligence in driving greater transparency and efficiency in government software development.

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Content may be king, but growing an audience is the ace

Marketing guru Mark Amtower offers the keys to getting potential customers and partners to notice you and your content.

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4 ways to turn humdrum into ROI-generating, brand-building media coverage

Companies need to communicate their successes, operational achievements, and industry knowledge so they can differentiate themselves, attract better talent, and secure more valuable contracts in the future, writes marketing expert Dustin Siggins.

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Cybersecurity imperatives for securing the hybrid workforce

Best practices and strategies are needed to protect controlled unclassified information in an era of remote work and expanding digital attack surfaces, writes Tevora President Nazy Fouladirad.

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How Stu Shea led Peraton away from being 'misfits'

Peraton's outgoing CEO leaves behind a long track record of transformation, growth and strategic acquisitions.

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What the Top 100 slogans can teach us about today's market

An analysis of the slogans and taglines of the 2024 Top 100 gives us valuable insights into today's market and the image and value these companies want to project, writes marketing expert Joyce Bosc.

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The coming quantum revolution and the race against time for national security

Swift action is needed to protect data and harness the power of quantum technologies as the so-called Q-Day looms, writes Vibrint CEO Tom Lash.

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Is it ever too late for end-of-fiscal year federal marketing?

The short answer is No, but here are some tips from marketing expert Lisa M. Sherwin Wulf, who explains some of steps that can bring success now and lay the foundation for the future.

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Client Disconnect: Are you selling what they're not buying?

Many GovCon professionals overestimate their client focus, unaware that common missteps like talking too much and failing to listen alienate clients, writes BD expert Nic Coppings.

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The troubling implications of the Biden administration's involvement in a single federal contract

The insertion of a labor harmony agreement into the Medicare Contact Center Operations recompete sets a dangerous precedent for federal contracts, writes attorney Daniel Abrahams.