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 Administration Releases First Wave of Acquisition Regulation Changes
The Trump administration is moving quick on its promise to conduct a massive overhaul of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, a project being called Revolutionary FAR Overhaul, according to NextGov.
Sam Corcos is Treasury’s New Chief Information Officer
Startup founder and Department of Government Efficiency associate named Sam Corcos is the new chief information officer of the Treasury Department, and he has stated that modernization at the IRS is a key priority, according to FedScoop.
‘AI Boom’ Will Make Up for IRS Workforce Cuts, Treasury Secretary Says
Drastic cuts to the IRS workforce won’t impact tax collection because an “AI boom” will pick up the slack, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told lawmakers on the House Appropriations Committee, according to FedScoop.
Pentagon Seeks Input on Plan to Streamline Software Authorizations
The Defense Department is moving ahead with its work to streamline how it certifies software for use by DoD agencies and components, as highlighted by a new request for information that seeks industry feedback on risk criteria, current capabilities and businesses practices.
Industry Leaders Stress Need for National Quantum Reauthorization Act Passage
Representatives from U.S. tech companies recently told House lawmakers that the funding provisions and collaborations offered by the National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act are integral for the U.S. to maintain its competitive edge, according to NextGov.
Kirsten Davies Tapped to be DoD CIO
President Donald Trump recently nominated Kirsten Davies to serve as the next Chief Information Officer of the Department of Defense. Davies has held IT and cybersecurity roles at major firms including Unilever, the Estée Lauder Companies and Booz Allen Hamilton, according to NextGov.
