The Federal 100 Awards are the original and most prestigious awards in federal IT. This year marks our 30th anniversary of celebrating these exceptional individuals -- from both industry and government -- who are transforming government and its ability to deliver on critical missions. Join us on March 28, 2019, as we honor the leaders at all levels who have gone above and beyond to show how technology can be leveraged to make government run better.

The push to modernize agencies’ outdated IT systems has been remarkably constant in recent years. Guidance on how to modernize, however, has come in a sometimes-confusing array of programs and policies. Federal IT leaders must not only knit those mandates and initiatives into a coherent effort, but also make sure the governmentwide priorities square with their agency’s unique mission needs. That’s no small challenge, but the...

The 2018 Government Innovation Awards, presented by GCN, FCW, Washington Technology and Defense Systems, recognize government IT’s disruptors, innovators and emerging leaders who have transformed government agencies through new technologies and innovative ways of weaving IT into critical missions. These awards cover three different categories: Public Sector Innovations: Transformative tech projects being deployed or tested in government...

Big changes are coming with the third phase of the Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation program. Even as agencies continue to work on the first and second phases, the Department of Homeland Security and the General Services are laying the groundwork for CDM Phase 3, with its focus on providing much greater and timelier insight into what’s happening on the network—and providing the tools for rapid response and recovery. GSA has alr...

Join us for the 29th Annual Federal 100 Awards on March 22nd at the Grand Hyatt Washington. Celebrate with us as we recognize government and industry leaders who are transforming government and its ability to deliver on critical missions. This unparalleled black-tie event includes a cocktail reception, dinner, awards presentation and entertainment, and is attended by government and industry executives of the public sector IT community. Cory Ka...

Take Part, Make a Difference Please join us on February 12th from 5.30 pm – 8.30pm for the 14th Annual Operation Jumpstart event, featuring hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, and the music of the Bank Street Band. It’s a great place to network, have fun and give back to service members making a transition from a military career to a civilian career. We anticipate a full house, so registration is required. What is Operation Jumpstart...

Presidential transitions always pose a challenge to emerging and innovative IT initiatives. Often, the momentum on initiatives can get lost, as a new administration gets its bearings and decides where to invest its energies (and dollars). On the other hand, a transition presents an opportunity to take a fresh look at new ideas and strategies that can have a transformative effect on agency operations. Career employees are critical to ensuring a...

Register today for the Federal IT Acquisition Summit on November 16th in Washington, DC. Hear from seasoned government professionals and decision makers as they provide insights into key trends and developments in federal IT. During the plenary sessions, IT and acquisition leaders will discuss how agencies can address key issues around cybersecurity, IT modernization and cloud. Attendees to this intensive one-day program will: Receive GSA IT S...

While serving as the Army G-6 and CIO, Lt. Gen. Robert S. Ferrell once referred to the Joint Information Environment as an “operational imperative.” JIE, while not a formal program, is a driving force behind DOD-wide efforts to modernize networks, strengthen security, and improve the flow of information across the individual services and in the joint environment. JIE reflects a broader interest in providing a cohesive framework to...

For 28 years, the GCN Awards have showcased general excellence in government IT. This year, with the GCN dig IT Awards, we are sharpening the focus to showcase what matters most: transformative tech that is truly reinventing government. The 2016 awards will celebrate leading—edge technologies and the pioneering IT professionals who are driving them forward. Join us this year at the GCN dig IT Awards — October 13, 2016 at The Ritz-C...