CERCA Fall 2024 Conference: Unveiling the Fraud Supply Chain, First-Party Fraud, IRS Task Force Against Scams, and Innovation Through the IRA
As a key forum and liaison between the IRS and industry, the Council for Electronic Revenue Communication Advancement (CERCA) plays a key role in enhancing electronic filing and advanced electronic tax administration. The Makpar team recently attended CERCA Fall 2024 Conference in Arlington, VA, which underscored the evolving landscape of fraud and the proactive measures […]
The Top 5 Government Cybersecurity Fundamentals
With the White House recently releasing its post-Solar Winds breach guidance – which requires security vendors to self certify that they are following critical secure development practices – now’s the ideal time to implement core cybersecurity fundamentals. In line with this new guidance, Makpar published a comprehensive white paper in 2021 providing insights into core […]
Advancing AI DevOps with Security in Mind for Government
With advances in AI accelerating the IT development process for government, we are at a critical tipping point where new considerations are needed around building in security from the beginning. It has become common knowledge that AI-driven tools can automate many of the routine tasks that were previously manual, which can reduce the likelihood of […]
The Ten Steps for Developing a Machine Learning Solution for Government
In the government IT arena, Machine Learning (ML) is emerging as a solution, which leverages data for advanced decision-making to support mission needs. The following Makpar infographic maps out the ten critical steps for developing a comprehensive Machine Learning solution for government from the Makpar Innovation Lab. The Makpar Innovation lab is pioneering new ways […]
World Mental Health Day: Makpar Volunteer Day 2024 Supports the Unhoused
Today is officially World Mental Health Day 2024. Hosted by the World Health Organization, this special day aims to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health. World Mental Health Day is very important for Makpar, as we continually prioritize the mental wellbeing of our […]
The Future of Health IT: How AI and Machine Learning Are Transforming Patient Care
Just as in many industries these days, the healthcare landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by advancements in Health IT, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). According to recent studies, the AI in healthcare market is projected to grow substantially, reflecting how these technologies are revolutionizing patient care, improving outcomes, reducing costs, […]
How the Microsoft Power Platform Enhances Mission Success
Makpar recently helped a government customer migrate to a M365 cloud-hosted environment, which included helping the agency to best leverage the Microsoft Power Platform. The Microsoft Power Platform for government offers a collection of low-code development tools that allows users to build custom business applications, automate workflows, and analyze data. It has become a critical […]
VIDEO: How to Foster Creativity in Government Marketing
Often overlooked in the government marketing arena, creativity can be a pivotal force that fuels business growth and innovation development. This is especially important when it comes to inspiring internal teams to embrace creativity and risks. Fareeha Kahn, Director of Marketing and Communications at Makpar, recently participated in a “Women in Technology’s (WIT) Accelerate(her) presents” […]
PODCAST: Why Building Your Professional Legacy in Federal IT Matters
In our latest episode of the Fed Mission Success podcast series, Allen Pinkelton, Contract Program Manager, Unified Communication at Makpar, discusses why building your professional legacy matters in federal IT. With a storied career that began at the IRS in 1983, Allen Pinkelton has a deep legacy and understanding about how to prosper in the […]
How SharePoint Enhances Government Collaboration
Makpar recently helped a government customer migrate to a M365 cloud-hosted environment. A key part of this effort was helping the agency to leverage SharePoint in ways that enhanced collaboration for more than 102,000 users. The goal of this program was to make the agency’s workforce more productive using digital solutions for enhancing overall collaboration. […]