The internet is an increasingly dangerous place. The FBI warns of Chinese threats to U.S. critical infrastructure, while the National Security Agency releases guidance for strengthening AI system security. Meanwhile, agencies still wrestle with phishing, ransomware and myriad other threats that occur every day. At the same time, government organizations are expected to implement zero trust architectures, improve identity and access management,...

In today's digital landscape, accessibility isn't just a legal requirement, it's a strategic imperative for organizations seeking to drive engagement and foster inclusivity. Join us to uncover strategies for navigating the complexities of digital accessibility and positioning your organization as a leader in creating inclusive digital spaces. We’ll delve into the success of the State of Rhode Island, a trailblazer in championing digital...

Join us on May 14, from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Eastern for Preventing Fatalities in Confined Spaces at Dams. Most dams have facilities that include permit-required confined spaces. These spaces can include towers, risers, galleries, manholes, vaults, conduits, instrument enclosures, tunnels, adits, drainage systems, etc., that are often unmarked and possess several unique hazards to dam inspectors, operators, and trespassers that are not intuitive...

An Overview of How Federal Benefits are Taxed FERS Annuity CSRS Annuity TSP Withdrawals from both Traditional and Roth TSP accounts Survivor Benefits Ed reviews how the IRS treats each of these items for Federal Employees. Other Taxation Topics to Consider The taxation of Social Security Benefits, how much the state you live in impacts your net amount of income, and which states have the highest and lowest property tax rates. The 2017 Tax Law...

Whether it’s a hurricane, fire, insider threat or outdated systems, disaster can strike at any point for a government agency. However, even in times of crisis the government’s mission remains. Agencies need a robust business continuity and disaster recovery plan to ensure that vital government services are still working. But keeping those systems running isn’t as simple as having a backup drive somewhere. Instead, agencies ne...

In an age where information overload is the norm, harnessing Artificial Intelligence technologies can be the game-changer your eDiscovery needs. Join industry eDiscovery industry experts George Socha (Reveal), Rose J. Jones (King & Spalding), and Zviad Guruli (WilmerHale) as they delve into the cutting-edge realm of leveraging A.I. in the legal practice of eDiscovery.

In order for customer experience (CX) efforts to be successful, they need support and buy-in from all levels of your organization. From the individual contributor all the way up to leadership, without an agency-wide commitment to CX, your programs are bound to fail. On this month’s CX Community of Practice virtual networking event, we will speak with experts about how to garner support from your peers and leadership for CX efforts. Join...

The state of New York is emphasizing improving its IT resilience. The state’s 2022-23 strategic plan focuses on moving off legacy systems, implementing an enterprise architecture, and improving service delivery to its residents, to name a few. In addition, the state has its first cybersecurity strategy, and created a Joint Security Operations Center. As the largest city in the United States, New York City has its own technology roadmap,...

An Overview of the 4 Types of Social Security Benefits Retirement, disability, survivor, Medicare Eligiblity requirements for each type, How the amounts are calculated How they apply to the financial plans of federal employees, both FERS and CSRS employees Understanding the Common Pitfalls The Windfall Elimination Program for CSRS Earnings Test Special Retirement Supplement for FERS Government Pension Offsets (GPO) How the benefits are taxed I...

Administering elections falls on the shoulders of state and territorial governments. It is not surprising, then, that there are so many different approaches, technologies, and processes in place to handle election infrastructure. The problems that befall election infrastructure are many, varied, and often well publicized. In Maricopa County, Ariz., ballots were too lightly printed to be read by scanners during the 2022 midterms. Multnomah Coun...