Organizations are constantly under increasing pressure to provide always-on availability of applications and services. Meeting these expectations calls for an IT resilience strategy that protects against unexpected disruptions that can take services offline and disrupt business operations. Federal agencies must employ a DR strategy that does not merely protect data, but also provides fully automated failover and an ability to routinely test re...

Webinar topics include: Overview of GPO procurement vehicles Guest panelist from FedEx Office to discuss how the GPOExpress program can work for you Quantity and delivery schedule considerations The webinar will include a Q&A. For more information, email nam@gpo.gov or call (202) 512-1904.

As the U.S. declared a public health emergency on Feb. 3, 2020, COVID related cases surpassed 9,800 around the world quickly becoming a pandemic by March 11, 2020, which the World Health Organization declared (source: https://www.ajmc.com/view/a-timeline-of-covid19-developments-in-2020). Thus, the CARES Act was established on March 27, 2020, with a $150 billion Coronavirus Relief Fund. The CARES Act provided direct payments to Americans to cov...

Our second annual event is now transitioning to digital, where public communicators across the United States can learn the best social media strategies that are working right now. Get a handle on 2020 and learn from your peers on how to confidently communicate with the public you serve. S4SCON is a fully interactive experience where attendees can engage with speakers and other participants!

The financial impact of the coronavirus has been felt by some more than others; however, no one has been left untouched. While there are signs of recovery, many of us are still struggling to manage the impact of this pandemic. But, there are actions we can take today to help. Plus, this time in history presents an opportunity for all of us to take stock of our financial position, assess the impact the coronavirus has had on our goals, and impl...

Join us for a discussion with Former Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Kevin McAleenan about Covid-19 impacts on the trade and travel industries and how emerging tech can help address the current crisis and prepare for future challenges. To be the first to know about Dcode events, sign up for our newsletter at dcode.co/subscribe.

The way government agencies work has dramatically shifted in the last few months as the coronavirus has swept the globe. Some agencies have shuttered their offices, while agencies such as the IRS, the Social Security Administration and, in many states, the Department of Motor Vehicles have all closed their doors to the public. Meanwhile, telework and digital services have taken center stage. How have government and industry worked together to...

Any crisis will have bad actors looking to profit off of it. We're already seeing reports of cybercriminals using COVID-19 to scam the vulnerable, extort healthcare providers, and spread misinformation.Register today to learn about the role cryptocurrency plays in COVID-19 related crimes such as: Scams taking advantage of the crisisRansomware attacks against healthcare providersHow darknet markets react to a pandemicJoin us online with Kim Gra...

This live webinar features Dr. Vincent Covello and Dr. Randall Hyer, MD, advisors to the World Health Organization (WHO) and State Public Health Directors during the COVID-19 pandemic, to cover how to manage stressors and create calm in the current information environment, while working and at home. The broadcast includes a Q&A session to address your questions and concerns with our speakers. Webinar Lessons and Takeaways Tools and techniq...

Government agencies are increasingly competing not only among themselves but also with foreign governments for working dogs. Dr. Cynthia Otto, executive director of the Penn Vet Working Dog Center at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, said branches of the U.S. military and federal government are having trouble getting ahold of sufficient numbers of dogs to meet their needs.Well-trained working dogs can locate drugs,...