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COMMENTARY: Army budget emphasizes security and virtual training
The $6.2 billion plan prioritizes cryptographic modernization, intelligence capabilities, and training, writes immixGroup’s Grier Eagan.
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COMMENTARY: Contractors embrace Trump's potential to modernize procurement
With the DOGE and Trump talking about a more modern and efficient government, contractors are offering suggestions on changes they want to see.
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COMMENTARY: AI security can’t be an afterthought
As companies rush to adopt artificial intelligence, protecting systems from devasting jailbreak attacks must be a top priority, writes Alan Pelligini, CEO of Thales North America.
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COMMENTARY: How AI will revolutionize cybersecurity in 2025
GitLab's Joel Krooswyk explains the four changes in federal cybersecurity that will be driven by greater use of artificial intelligence.
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3 tech-powered trends for GovCon to watch in 2025
Raju Karki, CEO of Karki Consulting Group, highlights cybersecurity compliance and operational efficiency as areas where contractors can lean on technology to lead the way.
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Federal LinkedIn census shows civilian agency gains but DOD drops
Mark Amtower's annual analysis shows the civilian workforce hit 1.6 members while defense numbers declined. Total federal presence grows to 2.9 million.
Opinion
2024’s unfinished business that carries over to 2025
These stories started in 2024, but are not even close to the finish line.
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If, Then: 2025's pathways, questions and scenarios to consider
Now live: edition number six of this annual exercise to start a new year by looking at what will matter, not necessarily what will happen.
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COMMENTARY: Why the quality of your customer relationship matters
You were certain you would win but you didn't. BD and capture expert Nc Coppings explains what goes wrong a when a sure thing goes bust.
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COMMENTARY: Trump’s promise and the chaos ahead
The continuing resolution battle is a preview of an administration that wants to bring reforms into government, as long as it can avoid derailing its own agenda.
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COMMENTARY: Thought leadership is the key to building your brand
Marketing and communications expert Evan Weisel explains that in a sea of sameness, leaders have to have original and impactful thoughts and not just chase headlines.
Opinion
CMMC may address today's cyber concerns but can it address future threats?
Quantum computing is on the horizon bringing with it a new set of cybersecurity challenges. Government contractors must prepare now for encryption and other concerns.
Opinion
8 marketing strategies that drive successful M&A
Marketing expert Brian Lustig explains how the right public relations strategy can drive value of any company looking toward a successful exit.
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Navy budget puts emphasis on infosec, enterprise systems and tools
Grier Eagan, senior market intelligence analyst with ImmixGroup, breaks down Navy IT spending and identifies where the service branch is looking for help.
Opinion
A year-end guide for small and mid-sized GovCons
Raju Karki, CEO of Karki Consulting Group, offers a three-stage guide for companies to navigate this final stretch of the calendar year with confidence.
Opinion
COMMENTARY: When it comes to rulemaking, your voice matters
Commenting on proposed rules can be a powerful opportunity for small businesses to shape the regulations they'll have to live by. Here's the how and why by former SBA executive Robb Wong.
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Good luck, Department of Government Efficiency
COMMENTARY | It sounds like a federal agency, but its job is to get rid of them.
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The Silent Killer 2: The four words that saved a recompete
In part two, BD expert Nic Coppings explains how even engineers and line managers can play a vital role in winning recompetes.
Contracts
GAO starts to move on OASIS+ protest rulings with 2 denials
More decisions are due within the next two weeks on four remaining protests involving the government-wide professional services vehicle.
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