Welcome to the Fed Mission Success News Round Up brought to you by Makpar. Each week, we will provide a summary of actionable news and insights to help aid in overall mission success for Federal agency IT decision-makers and influencers.
Trump Anti-Fraud Order Eyes Stronger Data-Sharing on Federal Programs
The White House is launching a task force aimed at eliminating fraud in federally run programs — a goal that will be pursued largely through beefed-up data-sharing processes based on an executive order signed last week, according to FedScoop.
GSA, NIST Launch AI Evaluation, Standards Partnership
The General Services Administration (GSA) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) launched a collaborative effort today to test and measure artificial intelligence (AI) systems to speed AI deployment and adoption across the federal government, according to MeriTalk.
CDC Releases AI Strategy, Guidance with Eye Toward ‘Agentic’ Uses
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention launched a strategy and guidance for use of artificial intelligence, setting a direction for the agency’s own work and providing resources for public health officials across the country, according to FedScoop.
FAA Aims to Build Better Defenses Against Cyber, Quantum Threats
The Federal Aviation Administration is gathering information from potential private-sector partners to inform the buildout of its defenses against cyber and quantum threats, according to documents published this month, according to FedScoop.
OPM Launches Shared Service Center for Federal Human Resources
A new Office of Personnel Management hub for shared human resources services is open for business, and aims to allow staff to focus on their mission rather than administrative work, according to FedScoop.
Governments’ Website Accessibility Deadline is Fast Approaching
In just over a month’s time, governments with populations of 50,000 people or more must have their websites be accessible and comply with a section of federal disability law, according to NextGov.
Army Awards $20B Counter-Drone Contract
The U.S. Army has awarded a $20 billion contract to Anduril Industries aimed at strengthening counter-drone capabilities across the Department of Defense (DOD), according to MeriTalk.
