Quantum technology has emerged as a transformative force with the potential to revolutionize various sectors, including the public sector. However, understanding its implications and applications can often seem daunting due to its complex nature. This panel aims to demystify quantum technology, breaking down its fundamental concepts and exploring its practical applications within the public sector. Through insightful discussions and real-world...

The NDIA Iowa-Illinois Chapter is again happy to present the 15th annual symposium focusing on "Transformation for the Future Fight". Presentations from both public and private industry professionals will delve into paving the way for transformative change. Topics such as CMMC, strategic outlooks, geo-political analysis, and current contract vehicles will target providing industry critical knowledge to the attendees. Breakout sessions and tech...

No matter how quickly technology has changed over the past few decades, nothing matches the speed with which AI has begun to transform how agencies operate. In response to the changing landscape, in October 2023, the Biden administration released two frameworks, the Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence and the Office of Science and Technology Policy’s Blueprint for an AI Bill...

Cybersecurity continues to be one of the biggest challenges public sector technology leaders face. In an industry that moves so fast and affects so many, state and local government information security leaders, as well as their counterparts at higher education institutions, are continuing to adapt to an ever-changing reality. From new threats ushered in from generative AI, to workforce challenges, to a constant need for additional funding, cyb...

Florida is the third-largest state in the U.S. by population, and it continues to grow rapidly – from 2010 to 2020, its population grew by 14.5%. That kind of growth rate might be the envy of other states, but it also means increased pressure on the state government to deliver internet-based, user-friendly services for everything from child support services to renewing business licenses. To accomplish this transformation in state governm...

Advances in AI-assisted technologies and the growing sophistication of international threat actors are increasing the stakes for federal agencies to implement new and more effective safeguards to protect the nation’s strategic data. Much of that effort revolves around the Biden administration’s Executive Orders on National Cybersecurity and related mandates coming due in 2024 to adopt zero-trust architectures across their enterpris...

As a leading provider of Networking and Technology Solutions, Lumen uniquely delivers on the promise of Zero Trust today and provides a vision for the future where security is built into the network fabric and where the network itself combined with the strengths of Zero Trust architectures bring an optimal state of an asset and data-aware security framework. Working with ATARC in delivering scenarios that represent government and industry-wid...

Join Datadog and MeriTalk on December 12, 2023 at The InterContinental at the Wharf in Washington, D.C. for Datadog Observe, a half-day forum that will surface solutions to your most pressing IT challenges. Our inaugural event brings together federal IT leaders and industry experts to explore the transformative potential of end-to-end observability. With breakout sessions tailored for both executive and technical audiences, you’ll gain a...

In an ever-evolving digital landscape, understanding and leveraging social trends is crucial for organizations seeking sustainable growth. Join us for a complimentary in-person event to gain valuable insights into the recent forces shaping social media dynamics. From there, we deep dive into the essential concept of Return on Investment (ROI), demystifying its meaning and significance within the context of social strategy. Participants will le...