The Fed Mission Success Round Up: IRS Online Tools Still Active; AI and Foreign Buyers; and NIST Director Nominee
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 Limits In-Person Services Amid Shutdown; Online Tools Still Active While taxpayers may face delays […]
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 […]
Reimagining Data for AI: Jessica Alfaro Shares Insights on Responsible Innovation at Digital Transformation Summit 2025
At ACT-IAC’s premier government technology event, Alfaro joined federal and industry leaders to explore how strong data strategies drive efficiency, compliance, and trust in AI At the recent Digital Transformation Summit 2025, hosted by ACT-IAC and Carahsoft, Makpar’s Vice President of Technology, Jessica Alfaro, joined a panel of federal and industry experts to discuss how agencies […]
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 […]
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. […]
From Vision to Execution: The Strategy Behind Makpar’s Tech Roadmap
By Jessica Alfaro, Vice President of Technology at Makpar At Makpar, we know that vision without execution does not move the needle for federal agencies. Agencies need modernization strategies that connect high-level ideas with practical outcomes that improve mission delivery. Our technology roadmap is designed to bridge this gap, ensuring that every investment we make […]
Driving Efficiency and Transparency at the IRS Through Data Sharing Initiatives
How Makpar Supports the IRS in the Wake of the One Big Beautiful Bill The recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill places a priority at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on reforming the taxpayer experience, improving internal efficiencies, and codifying new changes to tax law and policy. However, without new funding or additional staff, the IRS must implement these changes […]