How GSA’s New CODY Bot Is Streamlining Federal Procurement
In the latest step toward modernizing federal operations, the General Services Administration (GSA) has introduced a new AI-powered tool called CODY, aimed at automating and enhancing the government procurement process. The launch of CODY marks a meaningful shift in how agencies approach acquisitions by bringing automation, risk detection, and compliance checks into a traditionally manual process. CODY, […]
Makpar Launches New Website to Reflect Legacy of Federal IT Excellence
At Makpar, we believe that great work starts with a clear mission, a strong foundation of values, and a passion for service. Today, we’re proud to unveil the new Makpar.com, which offers a fresh, modern digital experience that reflects who we are, what we stand for, and how we help federal agencies drive meaningful transformation. […]
Employee Volunteer Highlight: Teresa Jones Brings Joy to the Community with Line Dancing
As part of our ongoing Uplifting Communities, we are shining a light on Teresa Jones, IRS Team Lead at Makpar, who likes to bring the joy of line dancing to those less fortunate. Community giving is an important part of Makpar’s value system, so today we honor Teresa’s work with this Volunteer Spotlight. Where do […]
Navigating the Future of Federal Contracting: Industry Shifts, Budget Cuts, and New Opportunities
On March 20th, Carahsoft hosted its 3rd Annual Federal IT Budget Briefing for Channel Partners, to provide a critical update on the evolving fiscal landscape for Carahsoft partners. Featuring insights from Rob Efrus, CEO of Efrus Federal Advisors, the event addressed the new Trump Administration’s transition and highlighted how its political appointees and public policy […]
Open Letter to GSA Administrator Stephen Ehikian on How IT Services Can be Acquired under GSA’s Procurement Consolidation Initiative
Dear Mr. Ehikian, Congratulations on the exciting opportunity created by President Trump’s recent Executive Order, “Eliminating Waste and Saving Taxpayer Dollars by Consolidating Procurement.” This allows you to achieve your vision for GSA to return to its core purpose: making government work smarter and faster. As you noted, GSA is now positioned to drive efficiency […]
Case Study: How Makpar Helped a Federal Agency Protect Sensitive Information
Makpar’s Data Loss Prevention (DLP) efforts resulted in $2 million in savings for the customer In today’s digital landscape, protecting sensitive data is a top priority for federal agencies. Social Security numbers (SSNs) and other personally identifiable information (PII) are frequent targets for cyber threats, making Data Loss Prevention (DLP) an essential defense. One federal […]
Makpar Momentum 2025: A Day of Strategy, Collaboration, Growth, and Squirrels
Last month, the Makpar team gathered for an off-site strategy session, called Makpar Momentum. It was an engaging and empowering experience that allowed us to build stronger connections as a team, exchange ideas, and fuel our shared passion for accelerating access to critical services for American citizens. Following are some of the key highlights from […]
Q&A: Introduction to Krystal Marino, Vice President of Growth at Makpar
No stranger to advancing business development and growth efforts in the government contracting arena, we are excited to announce that Krystal Marino has joined Makpar as the Vice President of Growth. To officially introduce Krystal to Makpar’s ecosystem of government customers, partners, and employees, we recently sat down with her to get her take on […]
Makpar’s Future Vision: Honoring the Past and Shaping the Future Together
Author: Kaamil Khan, President of Makpar Through tireless client delivery and a culture of true integrity over the past 16 years, Makpar has grown into an organization that is focused on success for our customers and our people. Thanks to the groundwork laid by our founders, Seema and Mushtaq Khan, I now have the unique […]
Q&A: Introduction to Brian Vanderhoof, Chief Growth Officer at Makpar
With more than three decades of experience in the government innovation arena, Brian Vanderhoof joined Makpar last fall as the company’s Chief Growth Officer. He brings deep knowledge in government IT and has a strong vision and roadmap for enhancing the company’s growth. To officially introduce Brian to Makpar’s ecosystem of government customers, partners, and […]