GovRAMP: A Secure Cloud Framework for State and Local Government

Software Bills of Materials (SBOMs) are becoming a cornerstone for improving software supply-chain transparency and resilience. An SBOM is a detailed inventory of the components that make up a piece of software. It is essentially a software ingredient list that enables agencies and organizations to see exactly what’s inside the applications they use. This visibility…

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As government agencies face increasing demands for speed, security, and mobility, 5G is emerging as a mission-critical infrastructure layer for defense, emergency response, and smart operations. The new trend report, From LTE to 5G: The Future of Government Connectivity, outlines how federal, state, and local agencies are leveraging 5G to power the next generation of…

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The pace of technology is accelerating on what feels like a daily basis. Innovations that once felt experimental are now pushing into the mainstream, reshaping how organizations operate, make decisions, and deliver services. We wanted to focus on a few areas that we think are poised to make a big impact in 2026.  Agentic AI …

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As AI reshapes the modern workplace, human capital (HC) professionals are stepping into a dual role—as adopters and enablers of transformation. The new report, Transforming Work: A Human Capital Approach to AI Adoption, explores how HC leaders are redefining work, talent, and training through responsible AI integration. AI in Talent Acquisition Recruiting teams are leading…

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As federal agencies have been experimenting with and implementing artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, they have been working to deliver on the requirements outlined in recent Executive Orders to ensure that the solutions meet standards for data security, governance, and proper risk management. These requirements were crafted to balance needed governance with the demand for innovation…

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Government agencies are modernizing how they build, test, and deploy software—with DevSecOps at the center of that transformation. The trend report DevSecOps for the Future of Government IT explores how public sector teams are embedding security into every stage of the development lifecycle while improving agility, compliance, and collaboration. PTaaS: From Annual Tests to Real-Time…

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As global threats grow more dynamic and asymmetric, open-source intelligence (OSINT) is becoming a mission-critical tool for government agencies. The trend report From Open Sources to Strategic Advantage explores how OSINT is evolving from a supplemental resource into a primary asset for real-time threat detection, border security, and strategic decision-making. Modern Screening and Vetting Traditional…

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Across the country, state and local agencies are rethinking how they protect children—both through technology and from it. Digital tools are helping caseworkers respond faster to abuse reports, coordinate across agencies, and keep kids safer in their communities. Yet those same agencies (and others) are facing a new kind of responsibility—safeguarding children from online dangers…

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From K–12 districts to higher education institutions, schools across the country are facing mounting pressure to modernize—while defending against evolving cyber threats and navigating ongoing workforce shortages. The Education Market Trends Report, Securing the Future of Learning, highlights how IT leaders, administrators, and faculty are working together to protect and advance learning through smarter, more…

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