The Fed Mission Success Round Up: IRS Direct File Still Accepting Tax Returns; Trump Approach to AI; and a New CISA at DHS

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. IRS Direct File Still Accepting Tax Returns After Musk Post In the face of the […]
Open Letter to Elon Musk: Continue Critical IT Investments for the IRS

Elon MuskDepartment of Government Efficiency (DOGE) You have redefined innovation in the United States by revolutionizing banking, automobile and space industries. As the Head of DOGE, you are now taking on the challenge of streamlining government operations. A key priority should be driving modernization and innovation within the government itself. While government technology may not […]
The Fed Mission Success Round Up: 10 AI Priorities Under Trump; ChatGPT for Government Debuts; and a New Federal CIO

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. Presidential AI Advisers Sign Off On 10 Priority Recommendations for Trump An artificial intelligence advisory […]
ATARC Public Sector Summit: Rise of AI and Automation, Power of Partnerships, and the IRS Taxpayer 360 Initiative

In late December, ATARC held its Public Sector Summit 2024, which showcased a wide range of pressing issues and opportunities related to technology in the public sector. The event addressed crucial topics including Generative AI, automation, collaboration, cybersecurity, and organizational modernization, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges these present for government agencies. Members of […]
ATARC Public Sector Summit: Rise of AI and Automation, Power of Partnerships, and the IRS Taxpayer 360 Initiative

In late December, ATARC held its Public Sector Summit 2024, which showcased a wide range of pressing issues and opportunities related to technology in the public sector. The event addressed crucial topics including Generative AI, automation, collaboration, cybersecurity, and organizational modernization, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges these present for government agencies. Members of […]
The Fed Mission Success Round Up: Trump Rescinds Biden AI Executive Order; Telework Ending; and Former Salesforce VP Acting GSA Administrator

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 Rescinds Biden AI Order Last week, President Donald Trump clawed back Joe Biden’s executive […]
Video: Passing the Baton to the Next Generation of Leadership

In this very special episode of the Fed Mission Success Video Podcast series, Seema Khan, CEO of Makpar, and Kaamil Khan, the new President of Makpar, discuss Makpar’s legacy and future as the company passes the baton to the next generation of leadership. Earlier this month, Makpar announced that Kaamil Khan has been promoted to […]
The Fed Mission Success Round Up: String of Last-Minute Biden Executive Orders; OPEN Government Data Act Guidance; and the New OPM CIO

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. Biden Signs Executive Order Inspired by Lessons from Recent Cyberattacks President Joe Biden Biden approved […]
Welcoming the Next Generation of Leadership at Makpar

When my husband Mushtaq Khan and I founded Makpar in 2009, we had a vision of creating a company that helps federal agencies enhance mission success, while also being a highly employee-centric organization. Over the past 16 years, I truly believe we have brought this vision to life. As a result, we have gained a […]
The Fed Mission Success Round Up: R&D Funding and AI Advances at Risk; New Cyber Executive Order; and OPM CIO Retiring

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. White House Official Says R&D Funding and AI Advances Are ‘At Risk’ As President-elect Donald […]