A historical timeline will be presented that describes significant stability-related failure case histories and how various technologies have been developed for characterizing the shear strength of soils (primarily clays and clay shales), as well as methods for performing stability analyses of embankment dams. The history of soil characterization technology, including shear strength, began in the 1800s but accelerated in the early to mid-1900s...

Cybersecurity consistently ranks as state CIOs’ top priority in IT. But resilience – the ability to anticipate, withstand, recover from, and adapt to cyberattacks and disruptions, ensuring critical services continue despite adversity, and moving beyond prevention to focus on rapid response and continuity of operations when breaches inevitably occur – has not received the same kind of attention. A report in November 2024 focus...

The challenges and issues facing state agencies regarding IT investments and modernization are very similar to those federal agencies are dealing with, but often are compounded because state responsibilities (licensing, inspection, and citizen assistance, to name a few) are that much closer to the customers who need their services. This three-day event tracks many of the priorities that state CIOs are paying attention to –cybersecurity,...

The National Association of State CIOs (NASCIO) reported in its 2025 State CIO Survey that many states have been providing supplemental funding to their CIO organizations to use on IT modernization and/or innovation. Whether streamlining state DMVs or setting up digital services for courts, agencies are focusing on providing better, more streamlined services to their customers. Included in these modernization efforts is the continuing embrace...

Discover how to effectively incorporate AI and machine learning into your SOC detection engineering workflows. SANS Senior Instructor, Christopher, Crowley, will break down practical approaches to staffing, process design, and technology integration that help teams move from theory to operational impact. Learn how to “shape and make” AI/ML enhanced detections that strengthen your defensive posture. And stick around for a surprise b...

State and local governments are concentrating on improving internal operations in order to deliver services more efficiently and cost-effectively. In plain terms, agencies want to simplify the work employees do and the steps constituents must take to receive services. State-level CIOs are looking to reduce operational friction, leverage technology to automate processes, and streamline bureaucracy for both employees and the public. For instance...

Target Audience: Industry Partners. Are you interested in learning more about Requests for Information (RFIs) and how they can benefit your business? Join the Market Research as a Service (MRAS) team for an informative webinar titled “Making Market Research Easy - Enhancing Industry Partnerships.” This webinar will provide innovative insights on how to respond to GSA's RFIs by sharing experts' tips and tricks on how to fill out the...

AI, ransomware, and Living Off The Land (LOTL) attacks are reshaping the cyber battlefield—and critical infrastructure is now ground zero. Adversaries know our PLCs, industrial protocols, and safety systems, turning legitimate tools into weapons that can disrupt real-world processes. To fight back, defenders need ICS-specific visibility, detection, and response powered by both human expertise and AI-driven analytics. The ICS Solutions Tr...

Join our mandatory PSHC New Contractor Orientation, specifically designed for newly awarded MAS contract holders. Enhance your GSA Schedule Contract management skills and explore:Effective management of your PSHC MAS ContractUnderstanding GSA sales and the post-sale processMarketing strategies and benefits of your MAS ContractInsights into forecasting opportunitiesDive in and take your GSA Schedule Contract to the next level!

A significant knowledge gap is emerging between the rapidly evolving capabilities of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) and the general engineering workforce, both in terms of terminology and technical expertise. This webinar is designed to bridge that gap, offering an introductory overview that connects these new powerful tools with the technical understanding of the engineers who will review and oversee such efforts in th...