Reducing Toil and Improving Compliance at the IRS Through Smarter Modernization
How Makpar Supports the IRS in the Wake of the One Big Beautiful Bill The recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill (OB3) presents new opportunities for the IRS to reform the taxpayer experience and implement policy changes that make filing simpler, fairer, and more efficient. To do this, especially considering the current ongoing funding and staffing challenges, […]
The Fed Mission Success Round Up: Agency AI Use Under Trump; AI and Money Laundering; and Army Acquisition Reform
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. Here’s How Federal Agencies Say They’re Tackling AI Use Under Trump Federal agencies’ latest status […]
The Fed Mission Success Round Up: New IRS CEO; Anti-Scam Strategy Needed; and New USPTO AI Tool
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. Social Security Administrator is Named to the Newly Created Position of IRS CEO Last week, […]
Makpar Named a 2025 Top Workplaces Industry and Remote Work Winner
At Makpar, our greatest strength is people. Their energy, creativity, and commitment to mission success are what set us apart. That is why we are especially proud to share that Makpar has been recognized as both a 2025 Top Workplaces Industry Award winner and a 2025 Remote Work Top Workplaces winner. These honors come from Energage’s Top […]
The Fed Mission Success Round Up: IT Operations During the Shutdown; AI Harms Bill; and VA AI Strategy
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. How Agency IT Operations Will Play Out During the Shutdown Two dozen civilian Chief Financial […]
Infographic: What Federal IT Teams Can Do When Budgets Shrink
Federal IT leaders know the challenge well: expectations keep rising while budgets grow tighter. Agencies are tasked with modernizing critical systems, improving citizen services, and defending against cyber threats, all while working with fewer resources. The good news is that shrinking budgets do not have to stall progress. By taking a strategic approach, agencies can […]
The Fed Mission Success Round Up: Shutdown Looming; IRS Phasing Out Paper Checks; and FedRAMP 20x
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. As Shutdown Looms, Federal Agencies Have No Public Plans for One How the Trump administration […]
Makpar Supports New National Cybersecurity Strategy with Mission-Focused Solutions
The White House has announced a significant step forward in the nation’s cybersecurity posture. In a recent Politico Pro article, National Cyber Director Sean Cairncross outlined his vision for a more coordinated federal approach to cyber defense, positioning his office as the central point of coordination for U.S. federal agencies, allies, and the private sector. […]
The Fed Mission Success Round Up: IRS Eyes New IT Plans; Agentic AI at State; and AI Guardrails
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. After Timeout on Modernization, IRS Eyes New IT Plans to ‘Align’ with Trump Admin The […]
The Fed Mission Success Round Up: FY2026 Spending Bill; GSA Centralized Acquisition; and New AI Bill
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. House Advances FY2026 Spending Bill, Cuts IT Modernization Funds The House Appropriations Committee has approved […]