Government is at an inflection point as long-brewing demographic changes begin to hit with full force. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity to reshape, retrain and reskill the federal workforce. Tune in to see Government Executive's editors will engage federal leaders, doers and innovators in discussions about how agencies are addressing the situation and shaping the government of tomorrow.

Today’s information technology (IT) environment is constantly changing, bringing new opportunities along with new risks. Agencies across the federal government are challenged to keep pace with technological advances, speed up digital transformation, and increasingly adopt cloud services and mobile apps. With digital engagements and transactions on the rise, securing access to sensitive and classified data becomes even more critical to mi...

Government is changing. New technologies such as artificial intelligence are shifting possibilities but old challenges, from cyber threats to an aging workforce, outdated technical infrastructure to an unwieldy budget process, remain. That’s why bold, innovative ideas have never been more important to delivering government’s essential mission. At BOLD GOV, Government Executive and Nextgov are teaming up to explore the powerful comb...

With the advent of artificial intelligence, cloud software, and predictive technology comes an opportunity for governments to transform the management and maintenance of state and local infrastructure. As the nation’s transportation networks become more digitally connected, how can governments harness these new technologies to not only better track, inspect, and upgrade assets, but also enhance the employee experience and improve efficie...

In its fourth year, Route Fifty's Navigator Awards program will honor 50 individuals and teams either working in or with state, county and municipal governments across the United States who demonstrated their ability to implement a great idea that improves public sector services and the communities they serve. On November 20th, join us as we unveil the 2019 award winners and celebrate the dedication of state and local government employees acro...

Whether lowering costs, increasing efficiency, or delivering improved citizen services, technologies such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and data analytics are transforming the way state and local governments operate and deliver services. As technology increasingly becomes a cornerstone of government, how do technical leaders not only keep up with the latest technologies but also harness the entire ecosystem of partners, platform...

From WindyGrid, its open data street mapping platform, to the Array of Things, an ambitious citywide sensor project initiative to collect data on everything from air quality to pedestrian traffic, Chicago has been a leader in using technology to connect the city to its data and ensuring cities around the country can replicate its success. At this event we’ll explore Chicago’s embrace of the Internet of Things and the role analytics...

In today’s digitized world, government healthcare and people-centric systems increasingly rely on technology and data to provide services, conduct health research, and optimize business processes. Interoperability within and across healthcare systems, exceptional digital experiences, and secure data storage are not just expected by citizens but often required by law. A critical component to meeting this promise of modernized health IT is...

Over the past year, reforms in federal workforce management, placement and training practices--as well as structural changes in the personnel system itself--have been splashed across headlines. In these times of change, agencies’ missions are constant. But serving the American citizen requires a skilled, engaged public workforce aligned with the mission. At Government Executive Federal Workforce & Management Summit, we’ll discu...

When it comes to protecting the digital infrastructure, the roles of public sector security leaders are complex—and rapidly changing. There has always been an imperative to defend our systems and educate our workforce about cyber threats. However, state and local governments' cybersecurity responsibilities continue to grow, fueled by the changing nature and sophistication of online threats along with an explosion of innovative government...