Meet the Pinnacle Awards Finalists: 7 Questions for NTT DATA’s Shamlan Siddiqi
Shamlan Siddiqi is the chief technology officer for NTT DATA‘s Public Sector Business Unit and a Pinnacle Award finalist in the Artificial Intelligence Industry Executive of the Year category. Here, he shares notable achievements in the last year, proud career moments, learning from failures, taking professional risks, advice for aspiring leaders who want to follow
Joint AI Center Aims to Democratize Access to AI Tools with Cloud-Based Platform
In developing artificial intelligence for use on the battlefield and throughout the defense enterprise, the U.S. military is challenging China and other adversaries to a multigenerational contest. At stake is nothing less than global dominance in the fast-arriving digital future. “We are in a contest for the character of the international order in the digital
NTT DATA Wins Navy Contract
NTT DATA Federal Government has been awarded a 5-year, $58 million contract to provide engineering and logistics program support for the Navy’s Commander, Submarine Forces, U.S. Pacific Fleet. The company has had a relationship with this customer for nearly 20 years. “The U.S. Navy’s nuclear submarines are among the most complex weapon systems ever built
NTT DATA Federal Services Wins 5-Year $218M USAID Deal
NTT DATA Serivces‘ public sector subsidiary has won a 5-year contract with the U.S. Agency for International Development worth $218 million to provide day-to-day operational support. Under the contract and direction of USAID Bureau of Management Office of the Chief Information Officer, NTT DATA will provide daily operational and maintenance support, leveraging its technology innovations
NTT DATA Acquires Cognosante’s Consulting Division
In an effort to strengthen its industry expertise and geographical coverage, NTT DATA Services has acquired Cognosante Consulting, LLC, the state health care consulting practice under Cognosante. As part of NTT DATA, the consulting practice will focus on client IT strategy, project management, quality assurance and independent verification and validation services, according to the company. Specifically,
NTT DATA Names FlytBase as Winner of Open Innovation Contest
NTT DATA has selected India-based FlytBase as the Open Innovation Contest 9.0 winner for developing the world’s first internet of drones platform. FlytBase was chosen during the contest’s Grand Finale event at NTT DATA headquarters in Tokyo on March 13-14. The company’s internet of drones platform makes it easier to deploy intelligent drones connected with cloud-based
NTT DATA Wins $60M Deal Supporting NIH Agency
NTT Data Services’ public sector group has been awarded a 5-year $60 million contract from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases to provide IT service desk and field services support to its Office of Science Management and Operations. NIAID, which falls under the National Institutes of Health, has worked with NTT DATA before; in 2013 with help desk and field
Contractors Face More Stringent Cybersecurity Requirements
Key Takeaways for Executives Defense contractors are facing ever more-stringent cybersecurity requirements. Many of these are found in NIST (SP) 800-171. To cope, contractors should focus on training, shoring up network infrastructure, and protecting CUI. Defense contractors are facing more stringent federal requirements when it comes to cybersecurity, according to contracting attorneys. These requirements stem
NTT DATA Awarded Prime Spot on Army’s Big ITES-3S Contract
The federal subsidiary of NTT Data Services has been awarded a prime position on the U.S. Army’s Information Technology Enterprise Solutions – 3 Services, or ITES-3S, contracting vehicle. NTT Data is one of 135 companies eligible to provide services for the Army under the multiple task order and indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract that enables the Army
NTT DATA Awarded Spot on $50B Alliant 2
NTT DATA Services has won a spot as a prime contractor on the Alliant 2 Government-wide Acquisition Contract by the General Services Administration. The Alliant 2 contract vehicle, which replaces its predecessor Alliant, has a $50 billion ceiling with a 5-year base period through June 30, 2023. The contract vehicle also has a 5-year option
Save the Date: NVTC Chief Financial Officer Awards, June 4
The Northern Virginia Technology Council has announced the finalists for the 2018 Greater Washington Technology CFO Awards on June 4. The event recognizes chief financial officers for extraordinary achievement and excellence in promoting the development of the region’s technology community. NVTC will present awards to winners in four categories at the 22nd annual awards banquet at
2018 Market Outlook: Tim Conway of NTT DATA Services
We look forward to a new year and new opportunities for innovation and growth in the government contracting community. This past year, we experienced an increased emphasis on big data, insider threat, merging technology with health care, and the internet of things, among others. WashingtonExec reached out to those most knowledgeable and experienced in the
How NTT DATA’s ‘Front-Row Seat’ to Innovation Benefits Public Sector Customers
It isn’t every day a public sector contractor has a front-row seat to innovation. But when your parent company is a global IT innovator like NTT DATA, with a client base that spans industries such as health care, banking, insurance and manufacturing, you have two big things on your side: domain expertise and foresight. Those
25 Leaders in Government Contracting You Should Know About: Tim Conway, President of Public Sector at NTT DATA
In a year of transformational change, government contractors are facing that question like never before. A few select leaders are even shaping the conversation. For the second year in a row, WashingtonExec has assembled its list of executives who are blazing a path in uncertain times. Who are the trendsetters finding opportunities and maintaining their
25 Leaders in Government Contracting You Should Know About
2017: The Year of the Transformational Leader What’s in, what’s out? In a year of transformational change, government contractors are facing that question like never before. A few select leaders are even shaping the conversation. For the second year in a row, WashingtonExec has assembled its list of executives who are blazing a path in
NTT DATA Acquires Dell Services
NTT DATA, Inc. has announced its acquisition of Dell Services, expanding the company’s brand and IT services leadership. The newly acquired business, which in the interim will be called NTT DATA Services, expands NTT DATA’s ability to deliver insights, solutions and outcomes. “Welcoming Dell Services into NTT DATA is a milestone acquisition in our effort
NTT DATA to Provide Risk and Security Assessment Services for Texas DIR
Texas Department of Information Resources has chosen NTT DATA, Inc. to provide risk and security assessment services to agencies and higher-education institutions throughout Texas. “Texas DIR was seeking a partner that not only has an understanding of the state’s current security standards, but could also offer real-world experience and practical solutions to lessening the cybersecurity risks
With Dell Acquisition, NTT DATA Moves Closer to Being World’s Fifth-Largest Systems Integrator: Tim Conway
NTT DATA has moved one step closer to becoming the world’s fifth-largest systems integrator. In late March, the systems integration company, which currently ranks No. 6 in the world, announced plans to acquire Dell Services, accelerating the company’s ascent as a global IT services partner. “When you look at what this [Dell Services acquisition] does
NTT DATA to Acquire Dell Services’ IT Consulting Division for More Than $3B
NTT DATA Inc. and Dell Inc. announced March 28 that the two companies have entered into a definitive agreement for NTT DATA to acquire Dell Services’ IT consulting division for more than $3 billion. “NTT DATA is pleased with the unique opportunity to acquire such high-caliber talent, and a corporate culture that shares common values with
2015 Market Outlook: NTT Data’s Tim Conway — An Emphasis on ROI Will Create Smaller, Innovative Government Programs
WashingtonExec 2015 Market Outlook Series We look forward to a new year and new opportunities for innovation and growth in the government contracting community. This past year, we experienced an increased emphasis on cybersecurity, the government’s procurement process and a perpetual focus on doing more with less. WashingtonExec reached out to those most knowledgeable and
NTT DATA Partners with Texas Department of Transportation to Improve IT Processes and Efficiency
NTT DATA, Inc. today announced today it has signed an agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to improve IT processes and efficiency. The contract is currently for five years with the option for a two year extension. NTT DATA will provide support for application maintenance and development, end user support, and service desk
WashingtonExec E-Magazine: News You Need to Know
In this week’s news, Bill Milligan was appointed Vice President of Business Operations and Chief Financial Officer of FCi Federal. The executive brings to this role 30 years of experience in financial management and operations. In other executive moves, MacB CEO Sid Fuchs was named Executive in Residence at Louisiana State University’s College of Engineering.
What’s on Your Summer Reading List? – Tim Conway
WashingtonExec Summer Reading List Series: WashingtonExec asked area executives what books they are reading this summer. Tim Conway is the President of Public Sector at NTT DATA. The executive told us what he is reading this summer. His list includes the following: The Power of Habit: Why we do what we do in Life and
WashingtonExec E-Magazine: News You Need to Know
Just in: Dr. John Hillen has stepped down as CEO of Sotera Defense Solutions. Hillen will remain on the firm’s Advisory Board as Vice President. In other news this week, WashingtonExec interviewed Shiv Krishnan, CEO of INDUS Corp. The executive discussed his 2013 Federal Market Outlook and STEM. Tim Conway of NTT DATA also spoke
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