As the 2025 calendar ends, the Makpar team is reflecting on an extraordinary year of growth, innovation, and mission aligned delivery. Our content this year showcased the full range of Makpar’s work, including modernization strategy, ICAM leadership, procurement reform, AI readiness, and the next generation taking the helm of government IT advancement.

In the spirit of gratitude and momentum, here are the most read Makpar blog posts and infographics of 2025.

• #10 – The Hidden Cost of the Annual Appropriation Cycle: This blog uncovered how the traditional funding cycle slows innovation, increases waste, and limits agency agility. It resonated with leaders who want to unlock smarter, more flexible modernization strategies that move at the speed of mission. Read the full post here.

• #9 – Q&A: Introduction to Krystal Marino, Vice President of Growth at Makpar: Our readers enjoyed meeting Krystal and learning about her vision for growth, culture, and delivery excellence. Her perspective highlights how Makpar nurtures leaders who carry both passion and discipline into every engagement. Read the full post here.

• #8 – Infographic: The Future of AI in Government: As agencies push toward responsible adoption of AI, this infographic broke down what is possible today and what is emerging next. It remains one of our most shared visuals of the year. Read the full post here.

• #7 – Q&A: Jessica Alfaro, Vice President of Technology: Jessica’s leadership in ICAM modernization and capability led engineering drove strong interest in this profile. Her story reflects Makpar’s commitment to pairing mission understanding with deep technical talent. Read the full post here.

• #6 – Welcoming the Next Generation of Leadership at Makpar: This announcement introduced rising leaders stepping into new roles as Makpar continues to scale its impact across federal programs. Read the full post here.

• #5 – How GSA’s New CODy Bot Is Streamlining Federal Procurement: This post examined a major shift in how GSA is simplifying acquisition, reducing administrative burdens, and unlocking faster access to commercial solutions. It struck a chord with agencies eager for modernization in procurement. Read the full post here.

• #4 – How Makpar’s New Technology Roadmap Aligns Innovation with Mission Needs: This deep dive into our capability led roadmap showed how cloud engineering, decision intelligence, and cyber resilience come together to support agency missions. It remains a cornerstone resource for partners and prospects. Read the full post here.

• #3 – Infographic: AI Benefits and Concerns for Government: One of our most referenced infographics for 2025, this visual summary gave agencies a balanced view of AI opportunity and risk, helping leaders plan responsibly and act confidently. Read the full post here.

• #2 – How Federal Agencies Honor Black History Month: This post celebrated federal programs and individuals who reflect the strength, contributions, and leadership of the Black community. It remains a meaningful and widely engaged piece in our annual content. Read the full post here.

• #1 – Open Letter to GSA Administrator Stephen Ehikian on IT Services and Procurement Consolidation: Our most read post of 2025 addressed a critical moment for federal acquisition. The blog outlined how consolidation efforts can support commercial innovation and improve access to proven capabilities. Readers across government and industry connected with its clarity, urgency, and constructive vision. Read the full post here.

Thank you to our clients, partners, and Makpar team for an incredible year. We look forward to bringing even more insight, innovation, and mission driven storytelling to our blog in 2026!