New Roles for Mike Leff, Rob Dapkiewicz in AT&T Global Public Sector Re-Org
There has been a lot of moving around since AT&T reorganized its public sector and education lines of business into a single Global Public Sector organization. Today, the company announced two more executive moves: Rob Dapkiewicz will replace Mike Leff as vice president – federal civilian, as Leff transitions to vice president – strategy and
Inside Scoop from AFS Exec Elaine Beeman on Phase One Acquisition
Accenture Federal Services announced it will be acquiring Phase One Consulting Group last week, a leading Salesforce solutions provider in the $80 billion federal market. WashingtonExec sat down with Elaine Beeman, AFS’ senior managing director and civilian portfolio lead, who championed the deal, for the inside scoop. WashingtonExec: What does the acquisition of Phase One in
Digital Government Transformation with a Customer Focus
Last week Adobe hosted its annual Adobe Digital Government Symposium, an event that brings together the extended government community and its partners to explore advancements and opportunities in the public sector’s digital transformation. Start at the End—User, That Is While security and efficiency are important drivers behind many of the federal government’s technology advances, it’s
5 Experts To Know About
The Implementer: Archana Vemulapalli is the DC Chief Technology Officer. More than just a visionary, Vemulapalli is an expert team leader who gets things done. Most recently her office has embarked on a smart city initiative for the District, which has built a number of prototypes in the area from energy-generating sidewalks in Dupont Circle to smart
GovCon Through the Trump Transition: Finding Business Opportunities and Focus
Every new administration likes to come in and try change things up, Bloomberg Government analyst and transition expert Cameron Leuthy told WashingtonExec’s general management council last week, and this one is no different. But over the last few weeks of rocky executive order rollouts, media meltdowns and massive disruptions of personnel and processes across multiple
Industry Experts Reflect on Cyber Commission Report
On Dec. 2, President Obama’s Commission on Enhancing National Cybersecurity released its final report. The nonpartisan committee was chaired by former National Security Adviser Tom Donilon, and focused on critical infrastructure, the internet of things, public awareness and education, workforce challenges, and governance and accountability across stakeholders. One notable aspect of the report’s recommendations was
WashingtonExec E-Magazine: News You Need To Know
At WashingtonExec, we always have our ears to the ground for breaking news and intriguing stories within the government contracting business. We also know that our readers are quite busy, and yet they still need to know what is happening in the broader industry. Read our top stories in our latest weekly e-magazine issue. Below
NEW SERIES: WashingtonExec Whispers: USMC Major General Vincent Stewart to Head DIA?
Earlier this summer we launched the WashExec RollCall, a weekly column summarizing the running map of who’s where and who’s in/who’s out in the Washington, D.C. federal contracting industry. A new paradigm of doing business is upon the federal contracting world, with all the shakeups at the top levels of government and industry, who can keep
ACT-IAC ‘Management of Change’ Event Showcases Need to ‘Redefine the Government Brand’
Hundreds gathered to share information and solutions at the American Council for Technology — Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) “Management of Change” event held May 18 through 20 at the Hyatt Chesapeake in Cambridge, Md. Participants of the three-day-long event focused on “Redefining the 21st Century Government Brand” — a feat many have identified as necessary
2013 INSA Achievement Award Winners Revealed – SAVE THE DATE: Award Ceremony Nov. 13
The 4th annual INSA Achievement Awards Ceremony will be held November 13 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Washington, D.C., issuing awards to six aspiring young professionals in the intelligence and national security communities. All for potential candidates were due by August 12. Recently, INSA released the 2013 award winners which include: Joan A. Dempsey
IMC’s Atul Mathur Talks Big Data’s Impact on Business Landscape, Unstructured Data and Feeling the Mid-Tier Squeeze
An expert in the technology sector, Atul Mathur has 20 years of experience in IT and consulting. He uses his expertise daily as Vice President of Technology at IMC. Technology as of late has not only shaped and molded the federal technology sector, it has also revolutionized it. Mathur has witnessed the changes the public
Dynamics Research Corporation Awarded $60 Million Performance Management Blanket Purchase Agreement
Dynamics Research Corporation today announced it has been awarded a multiple-award, government-wide blanket purchase agreement (BPA) for performance management and continuous process improvement by the General Services Administration (GSA). The five-year contract has a value of $60 million. DRC will provide strategic business analysis aimed at improving organizational performance. The company’s process improvement methodologies are data driven, integrating Lean
President and CEO of ENC Strategy Eva Neumann on Her 20-Year Firm, Current Trends, Advice to Entrepreneurs, and More
Eva Neumann is the President and CEO of ENC Strategy, a full-service marketing communications firm. The company has been a major player in the government industry for 20 years and Neumann has been recognized as a top CEO and leader. The executive has published numerous articles and has spoken for organizations, including The Federal Marketing
Women’s Center 27th Annual Women’s Leadership Conference; CGI Sponsors
The 27th Annual Women’s Leadership Conference was recently held at the McLean Hilton in Tysons Corner to celebrate “The Power of Purpose” and to explore women’s leadership roles in all aspects of life including government, education and entrepreneurship. CGI was the event’s Diamond Leadership sponsor, which was attended by more than 700 guests. CGI’s President, U.S.
Q&A with CEO Tod Weber on Software AG Government Solutions, Inc. & Managing Big Data
Tod Weber is Chief Executive Officer of Software AG Government Solutions, Inc., where he manages the strategy, operations, and growth of the company. Software AG Government Solutions is a newly launched unit of Software AG USA, Inc. The company will focus on delivering solutions that leverage its industry-leading software products (webMethods, Terracotta BigMemory, CentraSite, and
SAVE THE DATE: 2013 Helios Apollo Awards May 29th
Helios HR (Helios) is calling for nominations for their 2013 Helios Apollo Awards, which will be held May 29th as a part of the Helios Apollo Awards Ceremony in the McLean Hilton. This year, Helios HR is adding two industry awards exclusive to the non-profit and government sectors. “Employers are increasingly embracing employee development programs
FCW Announces 2013 Federal 100
The 2013 Federal 100 have been announced, and FCW has the scoop! The article describes the selecting panel as a diverse group of industry and government leaders, including “22 from industry, two from academia, one from state government and 75 from the federal government—with 56 in civilian agencies, 15 in the defense sector and 4
KCG President Maryann Hirsch Elected to TechAmerica Public Sector Board of Directors
TechAmerica, the leading voice for the U.S. technology industry, has elected Maryann Hirsch, President of Knowledge Consulting Group (KCG), to its Public Sector Board of Directors. Hirsch’s term as a Director is for a period of two years. “TechAmerica’s Public Sector Group is the leading proponent of technology solutions for government programs and serves as
PSC Launches New Commission to Increase Government Acquisition Efficiency
A commission has been launched by the Professional Services Council (PSC) to look closely at the systemic barriers and tools to enhance, efficiency, and innovation in the government’s acquisition and use of technology, amongst other requirements. “Our objective in forming this commission is to articulate the ways in which the government can align the federal
ACT-IAC Announces 25 Finalists for 12th Annual Excellence.gov Awards Program
The 25 finalists for the American Council for Technology and Industry Advisory Council’s (ACT-IAC) 12th annual 2013 Excellence.gov Awards Program have been announced. The awards luncheon will take place March 5th at the Grand Hyatt Washington in Washington, D.C., and Department of Homeland Security Chief Information Officer (CIO) Richard Spires will deliver the keynote address.
Tom Suder’s 2013 Outlook: The Year of Government Enterprise Mobility
WashingtonExec 2013 Government Contracting Outlook Series: The new year brings big changes for the Federal IT industry, and WashingtonExec is back with its Government Contracting Industry Outlook Series. We are giving local executives the opportunity to share their thoughts on where they see our industry headed this year and beyond. Leaders were asked a series
Andrew Sherman’s 2013 Outlook: Time to be Proactive, Strategic, & Opportunistic
WashingtonExec 2013 Government Contracting Outlook Series: The new year brings big changes for the Federal IT industry, and WashingtonExec is back with its Government Contracting Industry Outlook Series. We are giving local executives the opportunity to share their thoughts on where they see our industry headed this year and beyond. Leaders were asked a series
Interview with Governing to Win Author Chuck Prow of IBM:Reducing Cost While Enhancing the Government’s Mission
Chuck Prow, General Manager at IBM Global Business Services in Herndon, Va., spoke with WashingtonExec about his latest book: Governing to Win: Enhancing National Competitiveness Through New Policy and Operating Approaches. Governing to Win provides a framework for the federal government on how to maintain national competitiveness, without compromising mission effectiveness, while also reducing cost and waste
NEW SERIES: Greg Gardner Talks Mobility And A “Glass-Half-Full” Attitude
WashingtonExec Series: WashingtonExec reached out to executives in the community for their insights on issues concerning the mobility industry. Can mobility remain cost effective while being efficient, and how does it reduce cost for clients? Our tenth participant is Greg Gardner, former Deputy CIO for the Intelligence Community and Chief Architect of Government and Defense
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