The Top 10 5G Events for Government in 2025

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As the demand for enhanced connectivity continues to grow, the upcoming 5G events for Government professionals present a unique opportunity to explore the transformative potential of next-generation wireless technology. With 5G, agencies can achieve unprecedented levels of speed, reliability and efficiency, paving the way for innovative solutions in public safety, emergency management and critical infrastructure. These events will showcase how 5G is revolutionizing operations, enabling the integration of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) into Government workflows. Join Carahsoft and our esteemed partners at these pivotal gatherings to discover how to harness the power of 5G, engage with industry leaders and gain insights that will drive mission success while ensuring the security and integrity of Public Sector networks.


2025 5G Summit | Potomac Officers Club 

February 27 | Tysons, VA | In-Person Event 

The U.S. Government is at the forefront of leveraging 5G and FutureG technologies to drive transformative advancements. From strengthening national security and public safety to enhancing citizen services and critical Federal missions, 5G is set to revolutionize operations across the board. Ready to explore its full potential? Join the Potomac Officers Club’s 5G Summit to dive into key topics including 5G at the edge, its role in the DoD’s CJADC2 initiatives, 5G-enabled warfighting capabilities and more.  

Sessions to look out for:  

  • Securing 5G in the Field 
  • Operationalizing the Vision: From 5G Concepts to Real-World Defense Applications with Leland Brown (Moderator) 

Carahsoft is a key exhibiting sponsor at this year’s event, showcasing its dedication to advancing the public sector’s digital transformation. By partnering with leading technology providers, Carahsoft offers innovative 5G solutions that support secure communications, smart city applications and enhanced operational efficiencies. These collaborations ensure that Government agencies can deploy scalable and secure 5G technologies to meet the growing demands of their digital infrastructure. 


MWC25 

March 3-6 | Fira Gran Via, Barcelona | In-Person Event 

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Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2025 is a key industry event where leaders from top global companies, international Governments and innovative technology businesses gather to frame the future of connectivity. This event offers iconic insights from renowned and emerging voices across technology, industry, policy and ethics. Attendees can explore groundbreaking innovations from the world’s greatest startups and tech pioneers and witness the intersection of connectivity and connected industries driving revolutionary solutions. Additionally, MWC Barcelona is a unique platform for bridging ministerial programs, social policy, business leadership and technology development to achieve sustainable progress. 

Sessions to look out for:  

  • 5G’s Big Moment: The Time is Now 
  • 5G Innovations That Matter: Real-World Use Cases Driving Value 

Carahsoft maintains strategic partnerships with Nokia, AWS, Palo Alto Networks and Ericsson. These collaborations enable Carahsoft to offer a comprehensive range of 5G solutions and services to the public sector. By leveraging the strengths of these industry giants, Carahsoft ensures that Government agencies have access to cutting-edge technology for enhanced connectivity, security and cloud solutions. For more information visit 5G Technology Government Providers | Carahsoft. 


IWCE 2025 Conference 

March 17-20 | Las Vegas, NV | In-Person Event 

The International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE) is the premier annual event uniting stakeholders across public safety, Government, emergency management, utilities, education, transportation, healthcare and other critical infrastructure sectors. It is a unique opportunity to network, learn and explore how advancements in critical mobility technologies are transforming operations and reshaping the future of critical communications.  

Sessions to look out for:  

  • AI and 5G Mobile Devices: Transforming Public Safety Operations 
  • Advancements in Spectrum Monitoring for Rapid RFI Location 

Carahsoft collaborates with Verizon, T-Mobile and AWS to enhance Government connectivity with cutting-edge 5G solutions. These collaborations enable Carahsoft to provide secure and scalable 5G technologies that enhance communication, operational efficiency and smart city applications for public sector organizations. For more information visit 5G The Future of Government Connectivity | Carahsoft. 


Future G for Defense Summit 

March 26-27 | Alexandria, VA | In-Person Event 

DSI’s 2nd Annual FutureG for Defense Summit will gather leaders from the DoD, Federal Government, industry and academia to discuss 5G and wireless networking technologies. This two-day event will focus on the adoption of commercial 5G and NextG technologies to support Warfighter. The implementation of 5G is crucial for faster speeds, more bandwidth and supporting advanced technologies like AI. Greater cooperation between the private sector and Government is essential for integrating 5G and FutureG capabilities. Senior leaders will address initiatives such as developing open radio networks (O-RAN) and fostering public-private partnerships to bridge the 5G gap. 

Sessions to look out for:  

  • 5G, 6G, NextG: Preparing for the Next Generation of Wireless Network Technologies Across DoD 
  • Integrating 5G Capabilities for the Future Soldier 

Through its distribution partnerships with T-Mobile and MITRE, Carahsoft plays a vital role in advancing Government connectivity and defense capabilities. These strategic partnerships ensure the delivery of cutting-edge networking infrastructure and enablement of seamless secure connectivity for various Government applications. 


OFC 2025 

March 30-April 3 | San Francisco, CA | In-Person Event 

Immerse yourself in the future of the high-quality optical communications and networking industry at OFC 2025. This premier event brings attendees the latest research, innovations and newest commercial products through hundreds of exhibitors, speakers and thought leaders across industry and academia. Additional programs attendees can expect throughout the week include symposia, in-depth tutorials, workshops and panels that will showcase market trends, emerging technologies and insight into the state of the industry.  

Carahsoft is thrilled to announce our sponsorship of the Full Spectrum Rock n Roll Party and Concert on April 2! OFC badge holders get free entry to this exciting event. We invite you to join us, along with our strategic partners Infinera and Nokia, at the Chase Center in San Francisco for an unforgettable evening of food, drinks and rock ‘n’ roll. This event promises to be a fantastic opportunity to network, celebrate and enjoy great music! 


Smart Cities Connect: Spring Conference and Expo 

April 14-16 | San Antonio, TX | In-Person Event 

Smart cities have transitioned from visionary concepts to practical realities, delivering significant benefits for both people and the planet. From pioneering pilot projects to long-term infrastructure investments, smart city solutions address pressing urban challenges. This spring, join thought leaders, urban planners, technologists, policymakers, researchers and industry experts to explore the strategies, critical elements and collaborative efforts needed to drive sustainable transformations in urban communities and examine the diverse dimensions of fostering lasting change in cities. 

Sessions to look out for:  

  • Open and Smart Solutions for the World’s Smartest Cities 
  • Transforming Urban Infrastructure: Public Safety, Equity and Environment 

Carahsoft’s dedication to advancing connectivity solutions and fostering innovation is showcased through its strategic partnerships with 2024 sponsors Intel, Dell, Nvidia and AWS. These collaborations enable Carahsoft to deliver cutting-edge technologies that enhance operational efficiency and secure communications for Government agencies. By working with these industry leaders, Carahsoft supports the digital transformation of the public sector, ensuring that Federal, State and Local Governments have access to the latest advancements in technology. 


International Telecoms Week 2025 

May 5-7 | National Harbor, MD | In-Person Event 

International Telecoms Week (ITW) is the premier event for gathering leaders from across the digital infrastructure spectrum. ITW brings together visionaries and innovators to shape the future of global communications. With cutting-edge technologies and unparalleled networking opportunities, it serves as the largest platform to connect with the entire international connectivity market, from satellite to subsea and beyond.  

Sessions to look out for:  

  • Future Networks 
  • Data Center 2.0 
  • Multi-Channel Communications 

Connect with Carahsoft’s strategic partners, including Nokia, Infinera and T-Mobile, at International Telecoms Week 2025 in National Harbor, MD. These industry leaders are sponsoring the event to showcase their commitment to innovation across the digital infrastructure spectrum. This is a fantastic opportunity to explore cutting-edge technologies, network with experts and learn how these partnerships are driving advancements in connectivity and telecommunications. Don’t miss out on this exciting event! 


Connectivity Expo 2025 

May 12-14 | McCormick Place, Chicago, IL | In-Person Event 

This event is a premier gathering for professionals in the connectivity industry, focusing on the latest advancements in 5G, fiber and wireless technologies. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with industry leaders, explore innovative solutions and participate in sessions covering a wide range of topics, from network infrastructure to digital transformation. Connectivity Expo Connect (X) is an essential event for anyone involved in the future of connectivity. 

At the Connect (X) 2025, be sure to attend sessions on the latest 5G deployments, advancements in fiber technology and innovations in wireless infrastructure. These sessions will feature insights from industry leaders and showcase cutting-edge solutions shaping the future of connectivity. 

Connect X will feature over 200 sponsors and exhibitors, cutting-edge content and more than 10 networking events. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from exclusive Carahsoft partners and speakers, including Sergio Adames, Director of New Partnerships and Business Development at T-Mobile; Tanveer Saad, Head of Edge Cloud Innovation and Ecosystem at Nokia; and Will Adams, VP of Strategic Policy and Planning at T-Mobile. These industry leaders will share their insights on the latest advancements in digital infrastructure and connectivity. Join us for an exciting and informative experience! 


2025 UTC TELECOM & TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE 

June 16-19 | Long Beach, CA | In-Person Event 

Connect with industry experts and peers at this leading event tailored for information and communication technology (ICT) professionals and partners. Dive into four days of immersive learning and networking, featuring pre-conference training, workshops, roundtables and summits led by global experts who are actively driving utility modernization. Explore cutting-edge solutions in the Exhibit Hall and gain valuable insights to strengthen your professional toolkit.  

Sessions to look out for:  

  • Future of Fiber Technology 3-5 Year Outlook  
  • Planning the Deployment of a Hybrid Advanced Communications Network of PLTE/5G & Fiber 

Carahsoft maintains strategic partnerships with Premier and Gold sponsors Nokia and Ciena. At the 2025 UTC Telecom & Technology event, these collaborations will be showcased, highlighting joint efforts to enhance telecommunications infrastructure. The event, scheduled for June 16-19, 2025, at the Long Beach Convention Center, will bring together industry leaders to discuss advancements in information and communications technology (ICT). Carahsoft’s partnerships with Nokia and Ciena will be pivotal in demonstrating cutting-edge solutions for modernizing utilities and improving network performance. 


Carahsoft | Public Sector 5G Summit 

August 20 | Reston, VA | In-Person Event 

We are excited to announce Carahsoft’s 2nd Annual 5G Summit, Create Opportunities for Innovation. Join us in person on Thursday, August 20 at 12:00pm in the Carahsoft Conference & Collaboration Center. Hear industry and Government thought leaders discuss the latest advancements in 5G network rollouts, explore how 5G can create new opportunities to fulfill agencies’ unique missions and look ahead to the future possibilities of 6G. Following our summit, please join us for a networking reception hosted by Carahsoft for delicious appetizers and refreshing drinks!  

Register now to join us at the event and learn more about how Carahsoft and our partners can support your 5G mission initiatives. View our exclusive agenda to learn more about the sessions and speakers! 


As the landscape of connectivity continues to evolve, attending key events focused on 5G and related technologies is essential for Government professionals and industry stakeholders alike. Carahsoft facilitates connections between leading experts and attendees while showcasing innovative solutions from its strategic partners. These events not only provide a platform for networking but also offer invaluable insights into the latest advancements and best practices shaping the future of communication infrastructure. Engaging with the vibrant community at these events, supported by Carahsoft’s commitment to advancing connectivity, will empower professionals to drive meaningful change and ensure that their organization remain at the forefront of the connectivity revolution.  


To learn more or get involved in any of the above events please contact us at 5G@carahsoft.com. For more information on Carahsoft and our industry leading 5G technology partners’ events, visit our 5G solutions portfolio and 5G Events page.  

Protecting Government Benefit Programs from Automated Fraud

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Nation-states, ransomware gangs, and cyber criminals have a new weapon of choice: AI-powered bots. These systems, which mimic human behavior to automate tasks, have already helped fraudsters siphon hundreds of billions of dollars from federal programs. If left unchecked, this problem will cause taxpayers severe financial harm. The incoming administration will need to move quickly to guard against this rapidly growing threat.

The need to better defend the nation’s technology infrastructure against AI-powered attacks is not a partisan issue, and it is likely our new cyber leaders can build upon some actions taken by the last administration, including the final cybersecurity EO, issued in January 2025, that highlighted the role that stolen or synthetic identities play in defrauding our government programs. While the focus on instituting modernized digital identity methods may be appropriate, we’d like to offer a few additional considerations for our incoming cyber leaders on how to attack this problem.


The Bots Are Here

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Bots are increasingly being used by malicious actors to hack into systems, scrape personal data, or submit fake claims for benefits. At its simplest, they can use credentials and identification information purchased or stolen on the dark web to perpetrate fraud against benefit websites. From overwhelming public benefit portals with credential stuffing attacks to manipulating identity verification systems with precision-targeted scams, bots exploit gaps in digital identity systems at a speed, precision, and scale that is incredibly hard to defend against. And with the advancements in AI, they can increasingly mimic legitimate users to bypass security measures faster than most institutions can adapt.

In fact, in 2021, the Department of Labor found that at least $87 billion of the nearly $900 billion in unemployment insurance awarded under the CARES Act in the aftermath of the COVID pandemic were paid improperly, with a significant, but indeterminable portion attributable to fraud. However, in 2023 alone, bots were responsible for 352 billion attacks targeting login portals, credential verification systems, and transaction flows across industries, according to HUMAN’s Quadrillion report.

With 20 percent of login attempts across observed systems linked to account takeover attacks, and 150 million new compromised credential pairs discovered last year, bots are evolving into the ultimate enablers of fraud. If left unchecked, they could amplify the scale of fraud exponentially.


How do we prevent this problem from evolving from merely headline-grabbing to system-crippling?

Our incoming cyber leaders must recognize bots as the major root cause of the fraud problem and refocus attention on deploying cutting-edge new tools on U.S. federal systems to defend the thousands of .gov websites the government administers. This includes deploying applications that can help protect from automated credential stuffing and brute force attempts, block bots from manipulating web applications, prevent data contamination in which bots disseminate fake information to skew metrics, and prevent the unauthorized data harvesting of public websites. 

The government must also take the lead in helping private sector entities adopt these tools. The federal government can serve as a catalyst, pushing hold-out organizations to invest in their own fraud defenses. Private businesses are looking for guidance on this issue. Bot detection and counter bot solutions deserve the same level of attention as endpoint detection, patch management, and other fundamental security controls. Proactively embedding bot mitigation into NIST frameworks, for example, will ensure government systems are prepared to defend against automated fraud at scale. Following on this, government guidance relating to how agencies establish Zero Trust architectures should also incorporate bot detection and mitigation.

Finally, we must foster stronger public-private collaboration to advance bot mitigation. Existing bodies for public-private cooperation on cybersecurity must more deliberately include bot intelligence and insight-sharing. We must evolve outdated conceptions of what constitutes cyber threat intelligence (CTI), and endeavor to collect, analyze and report bot intelligence as its own distinct, but highly important category of CTI.

As our incoming cyber leaders in the new administration plan their agenda, it is critical they understand that the root cause of large-scale fraud is not just weak digital identity management methods but AI-powered bots. Bots that undermine the delivery of services and benefits to millions. Combating fraud perpetrated by and with them is a national priority.


To learn more about how HUMAN Security and NightDragon work better together to support Government agencies in their mission to defend against bots, visit our website!


Carahsoft Technology Corp. is The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider, supporting Public Sector organizations across Federal, State and Local Government agencies and Education and Healthcare markets. As the Master Government Aggregator for our vendor partners, including HUMAN Security and NightDragon, we deliver solutions for Geospatial, Cybersecurity, MultiCloud, DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Experience and Engagement, Open Source and more. Working with resellers, systems integrators and consultants, our sales and marketing teams provide industry leading IT products, services and training through hundreds of contract vehicles. Explore the Carahsoft Blog to learn more about the latest trends in Government technology markets and solutions, as well as Carahsoft’s ecosystem of partner thought-leaders.

Modernizing the Department of Defense’s Authorization to Operate Process For Agility

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What is the National Defense Authorization Act?

Since 1961, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) has authorized funding levels and provided authorities for the U.S. military and other critical defense priorities, ensuring America’s forces have the resources they need to carry out their missions.


Authority to Operate

A barrier that exists for technology companies is obtaining an Authorization to Operate (ATO) for their software applications, services, and or platform capabilities. The ATO process can be challenging, tedious, and unpredictable, with varying costs and timelines. This process is particularly cumbersome and incongruent with the dynamic nature of software deployment. Once the ATO hurdle is cleared, technology companies face their next challenge: continuous monitoring and associated updates. Every major software update must be run through a compliance process. This poses significant challenges for both the software company and the government end-user. It prohibits the timely and continuous resolution of issues and prevents the government from leveraging the latest and most cutting-edge version of an application.

“Presumptive reciprocity” in the context of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) refers to a provision mandating that if one Department of Defense (DoD) authorizing official has approved a cloud-based platform or service as secure, then other DoD officials should automatically accept that assessment without needing to conduct a separate review. Presumptive reciprocity helps lighten the ATO burden and was recently reinforced in Section 1522 of the FY25 NDAA. Enabling another DoD organization to take an ATO for their software application, services, and or platforms from the Air Force Authorizing Official, for example, and having it accepted by the Navy’s Authorizing Official, greatly reduces the burden on both government accrediting officials and the technology company.  Most importantly, the DoD warfighter wins by gaining access to best-in-class capabilities delivered at the speed of relevance, ensuring they can execute their missions effectively.

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FY2025 NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT (NDAA) SEC. 1522.

What does the language in Sec. 1522 of the FY25 NDAA on DoD Presumptive Reciprocity entail?

  • Tasks the DoD Chief Information Officer (CIO) to work with Military Department CIOs to develop and regularly maintain a digital directory of all Authorizing Officials (AOs) across the DoD. Specifically, this database will contain current contact information of the AOs AND list training requirements that must be completed to be certified and perform the duties of an AO.
  • Identifies the need to establish a policy for “Presumption of Reciprocal Software Accrediting Standards.” The DoD CIO is tasked with creating and implementing a policy for DoD that would require AOs to adopt security analysis and supporting documentation of cloud-hosted platforms, services, or applications that have been approved by another AO in the DoD.
    • This policy change will allow for more rapid adoption of cloud-hosted platforms, services, or applications at the corresponding classification level (e.g., CUI, Secret, Top Secret) with the existing approval conditions and no further authorization or approval reviews required.
    • The policy will include the following:
      • Standardization of security, accreditation, performance, and operational capabilities of the cloud-hosted platforms, services, and applications;
      • A digital workflow to document acceptance by/among the mission owners and system owners to use the operational capabilities from the cloud-hosted platforms, services, and applications;  and
      • Define an adjudication process with associated timelines that would allow AOs that disagree with using this policy to present their rationale to the DoD CIO or designated entity for reconciliation.
    • The policy applies to the following:
      • ALL AOs in the DoD (Military Department, Defense Agency and Field Activity, and Component).
      • ALL operational capabilities of cloud-hosted platforms, services, and applications that are on public cloud infrastructure and authorized through FedRAMP and DISA AND capabilities in private cloud landing zones managed by the DoD that have been approved by DoD AOs.

The big take away here is that the FY25 NDAA language marks a significant step forward in reducing bureaucratic hurdles for both technology companies and the DoD. By implementing “presumptive reciprocity,” the NDAA streamlines the ATO process, enabling faster adoption of cloud-hosted platforms and services while maintaining rigorous security standards. This policy helps ensure that the DoD can access cutting-edge technology more efficiently, empowering warfighters with the tools they need to execute their missions with speed and precision. As the DoD continues to modernize and adapt to rapidly evolving technologies, these changes pave the way for a more agile, secure, and effective defense ecosystem.


To learn more about Second Front Systems and the National Defense Authorization Act, visit our website and keep up with our latest efforts with the DoD.


Carahsoft Technology Corp. is The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider, supporting Public Sector organizations across Federal, State and Local Government agencies and Education and Healthcare markets. As the Master Government Aggregator for our vendor partners, including Second Front Systems, we deliver solutions for Geospatial, Cybersecurity, MultiCloud, DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Experience and Engagement, Open Source and more. Working with resellers, systems integrators and consultants, our sales and marketing teams provide industry leading IT products, services and training through hundreds of contract vehicles. Explore the Carahsoft Blog to learn more about the latest trends in Government technology markets and solutions, as well as Carahsoft’s ecosystem of partner thought-leaders.

Modernizing Government IT: A Case Study in JSM Implementation

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A local government entity responsible for managing IT service operations across multiple departments (including Utilities, Fire, Clerk’s Office, City Manager’s Office, Finance, HR, and more) needed to modernize its IT service management system. Their existing ITSM platform was costly, difficult to maintain, and fragmented across departments, making it inefficient to manage service operations. To streamline operations, they selected Atlassian’s Jira Service Management (JSM) as a scalable, cost-effective solution that could be rapidly deployed to support IT and departmental service needs.

ANB Technologies partnered with the government entity to implement JSM, leveraging ANB’s high-velocity accelerators to optimize processes, reduce costs, enhance delivery speed, and automate workflows.


Key Challenges:

The local government entity faced several challenges with its legacy ITSM system, including:

  • Fragmented Service Operations: Each department had its own service workflow, causing inefficiencies and inconsistencies in handling service requests.
  • High Costs: The existing system was expensive, requiring significant investment in maintenance and lengthy upgrades.
  • Difficult to Maintain and Scale: Expanding the system to support additional departments and use cases was slow and complex.
  • Manual and Inefficient Workflows: The lack of process standardization led to delays, increased workloads, and poor visibility into service requests.

Our Solution:

To address these challenges, ANB Technologies implemented JSM as a modern, centralized IT service management platform, leveraging ANB’s High-Velocity Accelerators—built on industry best practices and preconfigured JSM components—to enable rapid deployment and streamlined operations.

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  • Incident Management: Incident management processes was optimized with a structured JSM workflow for consistent issue resolution across departments. SLAs and an impact-urgency-priority matrix improved categorization, routing, and response efficiency, while automated notifications kept stakeholders informed.
  • Service Request Management: JSM implementation also included development of automated workflows of service request types across multiple departments. The implementation included workflows for IT-related requests such as software and hardware provisioning, email access, and account setup. HR processes like employee onboarding and offboarding were streamlined.
  • Self-Service Portal: A JSM based self-service portal was implemented, allowing employees to submit and track requests in real time. The portal was backed by a comprehensive knowledge base, equipping users with self-help resources to resolve common issues independently.
  • Comprehensive Knowledge Management: A centralized knowledge base in Confluence was introduced, providing end-users and service agents with structured access to troubleshooting guides, department procedures, and internal support documentation for seamless collaboration and issue resolution.
  • Asset Management: For asset tracking, JSM Asset management application was configured to manage IT and city-owned resources, including laptops, desktops, software licenses, and department-specific equipment such as vehicles and facility assets. Data relationships between users, groups, locations, and divisions were established to provide comprehensive asset visibility and lifecycle tracking.

Outcomes:

By leveraging Jira Service Management (JSM), ANB Technologies rapidly delivered a modern IT service management solution, enabling the local government entity to:

  • Empower Users with Self-Service & Knowledge Management: Employees could self-resolve issues and track their requests, reducing IT and administrative workload.
  • Reduce Costs: Transitioning to JSM eliminated costly maintenance and licensing fees, lowering overall expenses.
  • Streamline Service Operations & Reduce Resolution Times: Unified JSM incident and request workflows improved service delivery and significantly reduced resolution times.
  • Improve Transparency & Visibility: Departments gained real-time insights into service requests, incidents, and asset tracking.
  • Speed to deliver: By eliminating lengthy platform upgrades and enabling rapid development, the time to market for launching new JSM features was significantly reduced.

Conclusion

By implementing Jira Service Management (JSM), ANB Technologies enabled the local government entity to replace its costly, fragmented, and difficult-to-maintain system with a centralized, scalable solution. The rapidly deployed JSM platform streamlined workflows across departments, reduced operational costs, improved service efficiency, and enhanced visibility—ensuring long-term success.


Join Atlassian, ANB Technologies, and Carahsoft during our webinar on March 18, 2025 to learn more about this use case and implementing Jira Service Management into your agency.


Carahsoft Technology Corp. is The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider, supporting Public Sector organizations across Federal, State and Local Government agencies and Education and Healthcare markets. As the Master Government Aggregator for our vendor partners, including Atlassian, we deliver solutions for Geospatial, Cybersecurity, MultiCloud, DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Experience and Engagement, Open Source and more. Working with resellers, systems integrators and consultants, our sales and marketing teams provide industry leading IT products, services and training through hundreds of contract vehicles. Explore the Carahsoft Blog to learn more about the latest trends in Government technology markets and solutions, as well as Carahsoft’s ecosystem of partner thought-leaders.

Navy Customer Executive: WEST 2025: Top 10 Insights on AI, Cybersecurity and More

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Government leaders, military officials and industry professionals gathered at AFCEA’s WEST 2025 conference to discuss the newest technologies, modern networking capabilities and cybersecurity initiatives that enhance operations within the Sea Services. As a technology provider for the Department of Defense (DoD) and industry experts affiliated with the Navy, Carahsoft and its partners are deeply aligned with the goals of the Navy and Sea Services and is committed to providing mission-critical technologies to keep the country safe. Carahsoft and over 90 of our partners, including Adobe, Appgate, Crowdstrike, Docusign, HashiCorp, Hitachi, Qualys and WIZ joined at WEST 2025 to showcase solutions in artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, DevSecOps, Zero Trust and more.  

Check out the action from San Diego, California in our West 2025 recap video!

Here are the top ten insights for the technology industry and Government from this year’s conference.  

1. Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the U.S. Navy

There are many opportunities for AI in the Navy, such as the OpenShip Tool and its usage of OpenAI’s Whisper model to translate incoming communications through the Navy’s Very High Frequency (VHF) radios. Remote monitoring can detect issues with technology and support rapid troubleshooting. AI can also be used to predict turnaround time, helping the workforce choose when to prioritize projects and deliver items on time.  

AI can simplify operations. PMS 406 unmanned Maritime Systems runs the Unmanned Maritime Autonomy Architecture (UMAA), whose architecture creates a low barrier of entry for operation. With AI, update 6.0 of the UMAA and the Navy’s “Replicator initiative,” which works to field hundreds of autonomous systems by August 2025,” every soldier could operate a drone.  

In the session “Fleet AI Deployment,” Lieutenant Artem Sherbinin, the Chief Technology Officer for the U.S. Navy ‘s Task Force Hopper, reviewed the three priority areas for the Navy’s AI usage, which are to: 

  • Outthink adversaries 
  • Enhance administrative work 
  • Maintain goal of keeping 80% of combat surge-ready fleet 

By using AI capabilities, the Navy can empower its acquisition force to act efficiently and quickly. Lieutenant Sherbinin also discussed two upcoming projects. Navy warships produce 150TB of data per warship per day. To manage this massive volume of data, the Navy is building a Warfighting Data and AI Ecosystem. This tool’s requirements are being drafted and will be submitted in the upcoming fiscal year, but currently include components such as data extraction, data processing and sensor updates to ships underway. Vendors should keep an eye out for pre-RFPs and RFI opportunities surrounding this capability.  The second project is a new Commercial Solutions Offering (CSO), the Surface Lethality CSO. This soon to be released solution will be released through the Defense Innovation Unit on AI for Surface Lethality, and will expedite decision-making and enable the Navy to keep ahead of adversaries.  

2. Red Teaming to Improve Cybersecurity

In the session “Leveraging Cloud to Accelerate Unmanned and Autonomous System (UAS) Mission Critical Capabilities,” Allen Mcafee, CTO of Fuse Integration, discussed the desire to increase red teaming—a process for testing cybersecurity by having allied hackers conduct non-threatening breaches—amongst autonomous systems to increase the robust quality of existing programs, especially in the electronic and kinetic fields. Vendors that specialize in cybersecurity solutions for autonomous systems should offer red team services to help solidify UAS security.  

3. The Importance of Maritime Trade to Cybersecurity

In the session “Office of Naval Intelligence Brief,” Rear Admiral Mike Brooks, Commander of the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI), spoke heavily on the criticality of maritime trade and the effect it has on the posture of the Navy. Chokeholds on shipping ports can hinder the economy, and so ONI is placing further emphasis on gathering intelligence in this area to preserve supply chains.   

4. DISA’s New Cloud-Based Mission Partner Environment

To address logistic challenges, the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) developed a mission partner environment within the cloud. This tool acts as a joint sustainment decision tool and will feature an application hosting platform. DISA will initially host this environment, but is looking for commercial partners to host the platform and ensure its accessibility to all allies and partners. 

5. Business Initiatives

The Navy has upgraded its approach to doing business, releasing its Information Superiority Vision (ISV) 2.0. In the initial version, the Navy’s framework for business was “Modernize, Innovate and Defend.” The 2.0 System is: 

Optimize – IT teams can integrate new systems and turn off outdated ones 

Secure – Personnel should think proactively in the design phase, rather than the more reactive “defend” 

Decide – Staff places data into the hands of people who need it 

This new system focuses on being proactive and innovative, integrating a focus on the workforce. Vendors should determine how their solutions fit into one or more of these pillars when marketing their technology and solutions. 

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The Navy can learn from all types of industries and technology. Former Commander of the U.S. Pacific Command and Former Ambassador to the Republic of South Korea Admiral Harry B. Harris Jr. recounts an example from the 1930s where the Marine Corps struggled to field a landing craft. The solution came from examining a small civilian craft in the local area, showcasing a “Higgins Boat Moment” where the Marine Corps were able to learn from civilian technologies, highlighting the importance of dual-use technology that is prioritized by the DoD. 

Business is fulfilled when employees have bandwidth. In the session “Bringing Enterprise IT to the Edge to Accelerate Innovation,” Captain Kevin White of the PEO C4I PMW/A 170 Navy Communications and GPS Navigation Program discussed how bandwidth can fall into three different categories: morale, business applications and tactical services. When sailors have excellent bandwidth for morale and business applications, they are more efficient tactically.  

The DoD is working on a portal that provides information and education on Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBTT) programs. This portal assists in creating effective proposals and understanding language and resources. This page, while accessible, is still in development and will continue to be fleshed out in the upcoming weeks.   

6. Renewing Technology

In the session “I’m charged with Putting a Flux Capacitor in a 1995 Mazda,” Brigadier General of the U.S. Marine Corps and Commanding General of the Marine Corps Installations West Nick I. Brown mentions that whether it is power systems or IT, infrastructure needs to be in place to accept new technology. Much of the DoD’s infrastructure is build on legacy systems or is out of date and needs to be replaced or upgraded before advanced solutions can be put in place. The U.S. Marine Corps is looking for vendors to help with new technology instillations and upgrading existing infrastructure, especially on the West coast. The U.S. Navy is allocating funds to achieve similar goals.  It aims to improve its outdated infrastructure and systems to carry out technology initiatives by the Program Executive Office Digital and support the Navy’s culture of excellence.  

In the session “Why Have a Lambo if You Don’t Have the Road?”, Col. Jared Voneida discussed five major areas that DISA is working on: 

  • Building commercial and Government data centers 
  • Improving theater transport and host nation infrastructure 
  • Fortifying existing cybersecurity infrastructure and Defensive Cyberspace Operations-Internal Defensive Measures (DCO-IDM) 
  • Maintaining command and control of the network 
  • Completing initiatives by 2027 

The Colonel also emphasized the need to divest from legacy time division multiplexing (TDM) infrastructure. While AI and machine learning (ML) has a plethora of uses, until AI/ML software divests from TDM infrastructure, DISA cannot utilize it effectively to assist with their network and data. With updated networks and hardware in place, the Navy and DoD can utilize the newest advanced solutions.  

7. IT at the Center of the Workforce 

To meet the rising demand in recruitment, the Navy has released its new enlisting agent, Robotics Warfare Specialist. With cybersecurity being more at the center of safety, the Navy aims to train more sailors in IT. Additionally, the Navy has released a new enlisted rating, Robotics Warfare Specialist, a new job that helps ensure effective planning and control of autonomous systems.  

8. Improving Productivity by Decreasing Troubleshooting

IT and software issues can lead to lost productivity. RAND Corporation, a research and development nonprofit, recently released a report regarding the viral LinkedIn post “Fix Our Computers” that highlighted user experience challenges with IT systems in the DoD. Their report estimated, on the conservative side, $2.5 billion in lost productivity due to IT and software difficulties.  The Sea Services aim to increase the user friendliness of software to decrease the time lost to troubleshooting. In the sessions “Bringing Enterprise IT to the Edge to Accelerate Innovation,” Captain White of the U.S. Navy attributed the largest productivity gaps to IT teams relying on command line programing. Captain White encourages industries to develop more user-friendly systems that do not rely on command lines.   

9. Compliance is No Longer Enough

In the session “DON CIO Perspective,” Navy CIO Jane Rathbun states that while Authority to Operate (ATO) tells you how secure a system is at that point in time, it does not encourage the readiness mindset that is optimal for protecting cybersecurity. Rathbun encourages switching to continuous monitoring and authorizations of systems, rather than stopping at ATO compliance. Rathbun specifically noted threat analysis and continuous monitoring as areas vendors might be assessed on in the future.  

10. DevSecOps Products that Improve Marine Corps Productivity 

The Marine Corps showcased 11 different products manufactured by the software factory product line related to development, security and operations (DevSecOps).  

Check out details on the products below: 

  • MyCareer – Supports the Manpower Management Enlisted Assignments (MMEA) and aids Marines by monitoring conversations, providing a virtual queue and matching partners based on data on marine preferences 
  • ItemEyes – Provides marine units with a digitized inventory 
  • Sensor Processing Analysis Radar Translation Application (SPARTA) – Hosts data from radar, automatic identification system (AIS) and unmanned systems all in one user-friendly interface 
  • CRUSADER – Controls, processes and detects radar information in one easy to use library 
  • Real-time Alerting, Interference Detection & Electromagnetic Reporting (RAIDER) – Provides real-time alerts for anomalies detected in the electromagnetic spectrum 
  • All-domain Electromagnetic and Radio Organic Trainer (AeroT) – Helps Marines simulate and visualize their electromagnetic signature 
  • EXODUS – Provides evacuees located abroad with personal services, such as mobile passport processing 
  • TAK Design System – Helps Marines navigate and build plugins for Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) 
  • ReserveHub – Enables Marines to find ideal areas when relocating, boosting retention rates 
  • SnapDB – Analyzes pictures taken by unmanned aerial systems (UAS) 
  • J-Series Message Library, Government Open-Source (JSML) – Translates code into J-Series 

Through the developing partnerships between the technology industry and Government as well as Carahsoft and our partners, the DoD can streamline in areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, compliance and more. These insights from West 2025 illustrate the Navy and Sea Service’s commitment to continual innovation and maintaining the safety of the nation.  

To learn more about cybersecurity and the defense industry, visit Carahsoft’s defense portfolio to explore solutions showcased at AFCEA’s WEST 2025. For additional research into the key takeaways industry and Government leaders presented at WEST, view Carahsoft’s extensive market research brief for a recap.  

Better Together: How HPE, AMD and Nutanix Empower Modern Enterprises

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The rapid evolution of enterprise technology has made modernization an urgent priority. Businesses today face challenges ranging from complex infrastructure and escalating costs to the rising demands of artificial intelligence (AI) and hybrid cloud environments. Together, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) and Nutanix provide unified solutions that simplify operations, strengthen security and deliver unmatched performance, empowering organizations to navigate current demands and prepare for the future.


Addressing Market Challenges with Innovation

In a dynamic market where infrastructure complexity and cost pressures are top concerns, the combined expertise of HPE, AMD and Nutanix is driving transformative solutions. Nutanix’s hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) simplifies multicloud management, enabling organizations to run workloads across on-premises, public and private clouds or colocation sites. With intuitive tools like Prism, Nutanix delivers flexibility, cost efficiency and robust security.

On the hardware side, AMD’s EPYC Central Processing Units (CPUs) have revolutionized the data center market, achieving a 34% market share through scalability (i.e. higher core count options that help reduce server footprint). Designed for diverse workloads, including analytics and hybrid workforce applications, AMD solutions like the 4th Gen EPYC CPUs provide outstanding performance while optimizing total cost of ownership (TCO).

Meanwhile, HPE’s ProLiant DX Gen 11 servers offer fast deployment, tailored configurations and scalable options for diverse business needs. Supported by OpEx models like GreenLake, HPE ensures financial flexibility, making modernization accessible for organizations of all sizes.


Unlocking the Potential of AI

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AI is reshaping industries, and the HPE, AMD and Nutanix partnership enables enterprises to meet these infrastructure demands. Nutanix’s HCI platform, paired with AMD’s EPYC CPUs, deliver optimized performance for AI and machine learning (ML) workloads. The Nutanix DX 385 model supports up to four double-wide Graphics Processing Units (GPUs), providing accelerated compute for AI-driven environments. With features like network microsegmentation and automated lifecycle management, Nutanix ensures secure, optimized environments for AI applications.

AMD’s EPYC processors are tailored for AI applications, from small-scale enterprise large language models (LLMs) to large-scale generative AI. High core density and features like Secure Encrypted Virtualization (SEV) ensure robust performance and security. HPE complements this with ProLiant DX servers designed for AI workloads, including their “GPU in a Box” model, which simplifies deployment and scales with demand, making it easier for businesses to meet the demands of AI-driven applications. Together, these technologies provide enterprises with the computational power and flexibility to unlock AI’s potential within hybrid cloud environments.


Simplifying Modernization Across Infrastructure

Modernization is no longer optional—it is a necessity for businesses navigating an evolving IT landscape. Businesses face the dual challenge of balancing legacy infrastructure needs with the demands of the future. HPE, AMD and Nutanix simplify this transition by addressing performance, security, management and integration, ensuring organizations modernize effectively while maintaining operational continuity.

Performance

Nutanix software on AMD EPYC-powered HPE ProLiant DX servers handles workloads like virtualization, analytics, big data and AI/ML with exceptional performance. The 4th Gen EPYC CPUs deliver high performance across metrics including per core and per server, reducing infrastructure costs. High-frequency CPU options enable the provisioning of more virtual machines and workloads without increasing physical cores, ensuring businesses can scale seamlessly as demands evolve. HPE delivers two high-performance NVMe storage options, designed to boost data center performance while ensuring reliability and security. HPE NVMe Mixed Use (MU) SSDs use Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (PCIe) Gen4 to boost performance for Big Data, high-performance computing (HPC) and virtualization with fast transfers and low latency. HPE NVMe Read Intensive (RI) SSDs optimize read-heavy workloads like web servers, storage and caching with high-speed PCIe Gen3 and Gen4.

Security

Nutanix integrates features like automatic auditing, encryption and network microsegmentation to ensure compliance and safeguard IT environments. AMD EPYC processors add another layer of protection with SEV, isolating virtual machines with memory encryption for silicon-level protection. HPE’s Silicon Root of Trust protects firmware from the boot process and continuously monitors the Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), ensuring server integrity and preventing breaches​.

Management

Managing modern IT environments is simplified with Nutanix’s one-click updates and lifecycle management capabilities, which integrate seamlessly with HPE’s Service Pack for ProLiant. Nutanix Prism offers a unified management plane, enabling centralized control for clusters, applications and data. The intuitive management interface reduces complexity, empowering IT teams to handle hybrid cloud environments with ease and efficiency.

Integration

Pre-installed with Nutanix Acropolis OS (AOS), HPE ProLiant DX servers offer out-of-the-box solutions optimized for AMD EPYC processors. These systems support diverse hypervisors, including Nutanix Acropolis Hypervisor (AHV) and third-party options, giving businesses the flexibility to tailor infrastructure setups to specific needs. This collaboration ensures workload-specific performance and seamless integration across various deployment environments, helping businesses modernize without disruption.


HPE, AMD and Nutanix demonstrate the power of collaboration by offering a unified approach to modernization. By combining high performance, robust security, streamlined management and flexible integration, their solutions provide businesses with the tools they need to meet today’s challenges and prepare for tomorrow’s demands. Collectively, they simplify the journey to modernization, proving that they truly are better together.


Discover how HPE, AMD and Nutanix are better together in delivering powerful, secure and scalable solutions for modern enterprises. Watch our webinar, “Modernize Your Infrastructure with HPE & Nutanix – Powered by AMD,” to explore cutting-edge innovations and actionable strategies that transform IT environments.


Carahsoft Technology Corp. is The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider, supporting Public Sector organizations across Federal, State and Local Government agencies and Education and Healthcare markets. As the Master Government Aggregator for our vendor partners, including HPE, AMD and Nutanix, we deliver solutions for Geospatial, Cybersecurity, MultiCloud, DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Experience and Engagement, Open Source and more. Working with resellers, systems integrators and consultants, our sales and marketing teams provide industry leading IT products, services and training through hundreds of contract vehicles. Explore the Carahsoft Blog to learn more about the latest trends in Government technology markets and solutions, as well as Carahsoft’s ecosystem of partner thought-leaders.

CMMC Program Executive: How Defense Industrial Base Organizations Can Prepare for the CMMC Program

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The New CMMC Rule 

The security of each organization that supplies goods or services to the Department of Defense (DoD) is of vital importance to the nation’s cyber resilience. The CMMC Program is a part of a holistic initiative by the DoD and Federal Government to enforce cybersecurity standards for DoD contractors and subcontractors and increase supply chain visibility and resilience overall. FedRAMP has increased the security levels of Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) and Software as a Service (SaaS) companies in the technology supply chain. Within the DoD supply chain, CMMC encourages DIB organizations to raise their cyber maturity and resilience. The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 32 rule passed its 60-day Congressional review on December 16, 2024, officially launching the new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program. The last remaining step to operationalizing CMMC is the CFR Title 48 rule, which will allow the Government to implement CMMC requirements into contracts and is estimated to launch this year. Defense Industrial Base (DIB) organizations will begin to see CMMC requirements in their contracts with the DoD and related agencies and must be prepared to demonstrate their compliance with the new regulations.  

In the latest version, DOD contracts will require one of three cyber maturity levels for all prime or subcontractor organizations under a given contract.  During Phase One of the program rollout, DIB organizations will need to provide a self-assessment of their relevant maturity level for the contracts they desire. Then in Phase Two, estimated to begin in 2026, maturity level two contracts will require assessments conducted by a third-party Cyber AB approved C3PAO.  The program will be completely rolled out over four phases.   


Gaining CMMC Compliance 

It will be vital for all organizations to have the relevant level of cyber maturity so that they can continue delivering work, goods and services to the DoD. Whether they are the prime contractor or a subcontractor, defense contractors should expect to see CMMC requirements in their contracts. Prime contractors will pass the maturity level requirements down to subcontractors as a condition of receiving sub-contract work.  

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Since the DoD first announced the CMMC Program, it has been building momentum and communicating the framework of the Program to DIB organizations. While there have been minor changes, the core of the framework has remained consistent over the past four years. DIB organizations that have not begun working on compliance should start immediately so they can deliver a self-assessment in early 2025 or a third-party audit in 2026 if they are a level two contractor. With the limited supply of C3PAOs and CMMC assessors, there will likely be a supply shortage resulting in back logs for scheduling a CMMC assessment. Furthermore, organizations looking to utilize external service providers (ESPs) need to engage with those companies early, as there is a limited supply of available compliant options. Ultimately, gaining CMMC compliance is a critical national security mission. With cyber security and data becoming more paramount to the strength of a nation, protecting the data that resides outside DoD firewalls on contractor networks is imperative. 


Changes to the Contracting World 

CMMC encourages DIB organizations to raise their cyber maturity and resilience. Many DIB customers have begun with self-assessments, engaged with consultants for gap assessments and migrated to Government cloud products. This trend has spread to the civilian side of the Federal Government, as well as to American allies, who have discussed or announced mandatory certification programs modeled on National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards. But for some small and medium sized businesses, cost is a barrier to gaining CMMC compliance, especially for level two or above. The defense industry has responded to that challenge by innovating and developing more offerings for advisory and consulting services, managed services and purpose-built technology that will help companies accelerate their CMMC journey. This expansion of choice allows for a more ideal fit for each individual company based on its unique environment, considering factors such as in-house talent, available resources and budget.  

It is not just prime contractors that must have the appropriate CMMC certification, but subcontractors as well. They will need the same CMMC maturity level as their prime contractor before storing or processing any Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) or Federal Contract Information (FCI) as part of a contract delivery. To maintain competitiveness, subcontractors will need to achieve CMMC compliance of their own.  Ultimately, the prime will be responsible for validating the CMMC maturity level of their subcontractors and will need to put in place a process to do so.  

Ultimately, CMMC compliance is a vital contribution to the security of Federal data. Whether an organization is beginning to research CMMC, scoping out the boundaries of their CUI environment, or preparing to remediate the gaps to full compliance, it is a good time to start thinking about CMMC compliance.  


How Carahsoft Can Help 

Carahsoft is a proud part of the cybersecurity industry and the CMMC ecosystem. Gaining CMMC compliance can be a costly and time-consuming process; Carahsoft can guide your organization through all the available options and help make decisions that are best suited to meet your organization’s unique needs. As a value added reseller that represents over 200 cybersecurity technology vendors, and with over 1000 team members focused on our wide breadth of cyber offerings, Carahsoft can support DIB organizations in addressing every CMMC maturity level and capability domain. Carahsoft can foster connections with service providers, subject matter experts and advisory consultants that can help organizations prepare for or execute a CMMC assessment. By tracking policies and trends that align with customer needs, Carahsoft can pair your organization with the right technology to address your needs, as well as offer news, educational material, events and other resources to make an informed decision for CMMC compliance.  

To learn more about gaining CMMC compliance, visit Carahsoft’s CMMC Compliant Products and Services portfolio.  

Improve Airport Operations, Efficiency and Oversight with GIS Technology

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As airports are experiencing a significant growth in passenger volumes, they face increasingly complex demands on infrastructure and operations. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology that collects, stores, manages, analyzes, and outputs spatial and nonspatial data, is essential for improving efficiency, ensuring safety, and maintaining customer satisfaction at airports. By integrating data from multiple sources, and by providing a comprehensive view of operations, GIS is being used to ingest and analyze real-time data feeds to support operations. GIS tools are deployed at airports to monitor and help manage facilities, maintain situational awareness, and to remotely track assets. Geographic Information Systems integrate with enterprise asset management systems, allowing facilities managers to visualize and schedule work orders and to monitor work activity, repairs, and predictive maintenance.


Manage Data With Real Time GIS

Airports maintain many staff, equipment and vehicles that move continually throughout their air and landsides. Whether it is during normal operation, in inclement weather, or when unplanned activity occurs, GIS technology improves real time situational awareness, safety, and operational efficiency. GIS enables supervisors and decision makers to track and manage mobile assets and field workers. As the information associated with these individuals, assets, and activities is collected and stored in secure, enterprise databases, the power to visualize and analyze them becomes available. These analyses include visualizing the movement of passenger baggage carts and other ground service vehicles, the locations of scissor lifts, power tools, wheelchairs, heavy equipment, accessories, and more.

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Airfield Inspectors are leveraging GIS to help them conduct daily Part 139 Inspections more quickly and efficiently. Using any Android or iOS mobile device, inspectors are capturing the locations, attributes, photographs, and other details of discrepancies in real time. The GIS field application they use for reporting leverages webhooks to generate work orders as soon as the issues are observed. This reduces maintenance response times and improves safety. Webhooks automatically push selected information about discrepancies to third EAMs, automatically initiating work orders. Webhooks are configured to immediately notify maintenance supervisors via SMS and emails of these issues, informing them of the need to take prompt action. With Indoor GIS technology, airports now have interactive, detailed interior floor plans of terminals where passenger activity can be tracked and analyzed. Understanding passenger movements and clustering throughout terminals and across time, helps facility, real estate, and lease managers make data driven decisions that ultimately boost revenue and improve customer satisfaction.


Safety and Security Through Readiness State

Safety and security are top priorities for airports. GIS is helping staff and tenants be safer and compliant with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) safety, security, and environment regulations. To comply with FAA regulations, airports use GIS to improve their situational awareness. Noise monitoring tools give employees and aircraft operators better awareness of the airport environment by generating and visualizing real-time and historic data on the noise associated with flight operations. CCTV footage of activity and incidents help personnel at Airport Integrated Operations Centers (AIOCs) see, manage, and mitigate risks by understanding and learning from accidents so they can promote and encourage safer workplace behavior. Airlines also maintain AIOCs where GIS technology provides decision makers with Operations Dashboards giving them live 365/24/7 monitoring. Because location is the core of situational awareness, GIS is an essential component in maintaining safe, compliant operations. GIS technology is being used to see events and activity, and sends automated alerts of normal, unplanned, or suspicious activity, as well as inclement weather to stakeholders. By making real-time, location-based data more secure, accessible, and efficient, airports and air carriers go beyond safety and security, offering optimal customer service.


GIS and Oversight Granting Operational Efficiency 

To improve customer satisfaction, airports aim to reduce latency, wait times and delays, such as the time between when a passenger deplanes and when they receive their belongings at baggage claim carousels. By using GIS network analysis, airports are leveraging sensors attached to baggage handling vehicles to track their progress. This data can help airports make better data-driven decisions about route efficiency. Keeping track of mobile assets, vehicles, and personnel reduces turn times including taxi delays, gate availability and reassignments, deboarding, cleaning and passenger boarding; thereby, improving on time performance. In the longer term, these processes positively impact efficiency and help smart airports and tenants increase productivity and reduce costs.

GIS empowers users with Web Apps that offer secure, real time and historic oversight of their assets. Through geofences, virtual boundaries that correspond to real-world geographic areas, airports can track and monitor the movement of mobile assets in and around terminals and facilities. With these apps, planners and decision makers can see when and where equipment, tools, and personnel are active or idle. This oversight can help track fuel usage, schedule the parking of planes and more; allowing airports to optimize fuel usage, cutting down on cost and emissions. GIS can help streamline and automate routine tasks, such as vehicle and equipment inspections and maintenance reporting.


Enhance Efficiency with Samsara and Esri’s ArcGIS Velocity

Optimize airport operations using real time data, GIS mapping and geofencing using the Samsara Connected Operations Cloud and Esri’s ArcGIS Velocity. With Samsara and Velocity, airports can use GIS technology to map infield areas and create geofenced zones, tracking and measuring infield equipment to improve the readiness state, safety and security of airports.


Watch our on-demand webinar to learn more about leveraging Esri’s ArcGIS Velocity, along with the Samsara Connected Operations Cloud to analyze real-time data feeds to improve airport operations.


Carahsoft Technology Corp. is The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider, supporting Public Sector organizations across Federal, State and Local Government agencies and Education and Healthcare markets. As the Master Government Aggregator for our vendor partners, including Samsara, we deliver solutions for Geospatial, Cybersecurity, MultiCloud, DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Experience and Engagement, Open Source and more. Working with resellers, systems integrators and consultants, our sales and marketing teams provide industry leading IT products, services and training through hundreds of contract vehicles. Explore the Carahsoft Blog to learn more about the latest trends in Government technology markets and solutions, as well as Carahsoft’s ecosystem of partner thought-leaders.

The Top 10 AI Events for Government in 2025

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Artificial intelligence (AI) has grown from simple automation and robotics in the mid-20th century to modern-day advanced technology, experiencing major evolution within the last several years. The power of AI and increased usage across many Public Sector markets has sparked a new wave of innovation surrounding development of tools, solutions, policy, ethics and more. Whether showcasing new technologies or networking with AI tech industry experts, dive into Carahsoft’s recommendations below for the top upcoming AI events to attend this year as we explore all these topics and what is to come for AI. 


NVIDIA GTC 2025 

March 17-20 | San Jose, CA | Hybrid Event 

NVIDIA’s GPU Technology Conference (GTC) 2025 is a premier event showcasing the latest advancements in AI and accelerated computing. For Government agencies, attending GTC 2025 offers a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge AI technologies that can enhance public services, improve cybersecurity and drive innovation in various sectors. The conference provides a platform to engage with industry experts, participate in specialized sessions tailored for the Public Sector and gain insights into AI applications that address complex governmental challenges. 

Sessions to Look Out for:  

  • Efficient Large Language Model (LLM) Customization 
  • Deploying RAG Pipelines for Production at Scale 

Carahsoft is honored to be the premier host of the Public Sector Reception at NVIDIA GTC 2025 on Monday, March 17 at Blanco Urban. Join us at our reception and stop by our booth on the show floor to learn about the latest AI capabilities within the Government. 


2025 Artificial Intelligence Summit 

March 20 | McLean, VA | In-Person Event 

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The rapid acceleration of AI is transforming the landscape of national security, public services and defense. To maintain our nation’s edge, Government leaders must stay ahead of these advancements and strategically integrate AI into their organizations. The Potomac Officers Club’s 2025 Artificial Intelligence Summit offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain critical insights from top Government decision-makers and AI experts. This event will provide actionable strategies to implement AI effectively, explore best practices for organizational integration and connect with industry pioneers shaping the future of AI. 

Sessions to Look Out for:  

  • The Impact of AI on National Security and Economic Growth 
  • Acquisitions in the Age of AI 

As a gold sponsor of the 2025 Artificial Intelligence Summit, Carahsoft, along with our partners EmpowerAI, Primer, Oracle, Coursera and Percipient.AI are excited to participate in the 6th year running of this great event. 


Convening to Act: Managing High Impact AI National Security Applications 

March 27 | Reston, VA | In-Person Event 

The National Cryptologic Foundation (NCF) is hosting a comprehensive, multidisciplinary dialogue uniting Government and industry leaders to explore “Managing High-Impact AI National Security Applications” for the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) and beyond. This event is designed to address the unique challenges and opportunities AI presents, including its implementation by small and medium-sized businesses. This two-day program features engaging sessions on critical topics, including legal frameworks, policy development, compliance strategies, security challenges, equality considerations and privacy implications. 

Attendees also have the option to participate in an onsite dinner and fireside chat on the first evening, providing an opportunity to network and exchange ideas in a more informal setting. 

Sessions to Look Out for: Responsible AI Officers Panel on DoD/USIC with Lakshimi Raman, Director of Artificial Intelligence for the CIA. 

As the hosting organization, Carahsoft is proud to sponsor Convening to Act with NSF. Join us at the Carahsoft Conference & Collaboration Center for two days of important discussions around managing high-impact AI National Security Applications. 


AI Week Presented by AI Scoop 

April 21-25 | Washington D.C. | Hybrid Event 

AI has the potential to transform our world, and at AI Week 2025, attendees will get to experience this shift firsthand. Join thousands of C-suite leaders from the Government, tech industry and education communities across the country online and in-person for a week-long festival celebrating present modernization and future innovations of AI. Participate in lightning talks, networking opportunities, interactive sessions and community events to gain valuable insights on the latest in AI. 

Sessions to Look Out for: AI TALKS: Explore the Transformative Potential of Artificial Intelligence in the Public Sector Space 

Carahsoft partner, Salesforce, is the Underwriting Sponsor for AI Week. Join them along with our other partners Broadcom, Microsoft and Red Hat as sponsors of AI Talks for discussions around sustaining and enhancing the nation’s leadership in AI “to promote human flourishing, economic competitiveness, and national security.” 


Microsoft AI Tour 

May 6 | Washington, D.C. | In-Person Event 

Microsoft AI Tour is a free one-day, in-person event happening around the world. The Washington DC tour stop is designed for Federal government business leaders, partners, practitioners, and the developer community to come together to learn about the latest technology and innovations from Microsoft to turn your AI vision into reality.

Carahsoft is excited to be an exhibitor sponsor of the event. Stop by our expo to learn how Carahsoft can support you and your agency with your Microsoft needs.


GovCIO AI FedLab 

May 13 | Reston, VA | In-Person Event 

The GovCIO AI FedLab is a unique event, bringing together Government and industry in a workshop environment to learn about AI challenges that span across all agencies. Attendees of over 50 senior-level Federal IT executives will participate in working sessions on problem-solving, brainstorming and creating meaningful engagement for participants and speakers. 

Carahsoft is the leading sponsor and host of GovCIO’s AI FedLab. Join us at the Carahsoft Conference & Collaboration Center for the second year running of this cutting-edge collaborative workshop. 


Carahsoft AI for Government Summit 

May 15 | Reston, VA | In-Person Event 

Carahsoft’s AI for Government Summit is the premier event for exploring how AI is revolutionizing the Public Sector. This summit brings together Federal, State and Local Government leaders, industry innovators and technology experts to discuss the transformative potential of AI in addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Attendees will gain actionable insight into how Generative AI is transforming Government operations, how AI can streamline public services, cybersecurity and data protection, and how to leverage AI for predictive analytics and decision-making, as well as tackling ethical, privacy and compliance challenges.

Sessions to Look Out for:  

  • Government Progress on White House Executive Order 14110 and the NSM on AI 
  • How the Trump Administration is Handling Prior White House EO’s on AI 
  • Update on Government Modernization through the Data Center and AI Infrastructure 
  • What Efficiencies Government Has Gained Using Generative AI and Where it is Headed 
  • Enhancing Customer Experience (CX) in the Public Sector with AI  
  • What Use-Cases are in Production Today 

Carahsoft is the proud host of the AI for Government Summit. This was a milestone event in 2024 with speakers from NVIDIA, OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, AWS, Dell, HPE and others. Join us at the Carahsoft Conference & Collaboration Center to learn about all things AI within the Public Sector. 


GEOINT 2025 

May 18-21 | St. Louis, MO | In-Person Event 

The GEOINT Symposium explores the critical role of geospatial intelligence in building a secure future. Engage with Government leaders, industry pioneers and thought leaders to uncover how GEOINT is addressing pressing challenges and opportunities in today’s complex global environment. From land and sea to cyberspace and outer space, geospatial intelligence is revolutionizing every domain, empowering decision-makers to respond effectively to critical needs. 

As an annual sponsor of the GEOINT Symposium, Carahsoft will be joined by more than 70 of our technology providers on the tradeshow floor in our pavilion space. Additionally, Carahsoft will be hosting a partner-sponsored networking reception at the Post Building. Carahsoft is also the exclusive lanyard sponsor of GEOINT 2025 and attendees will have a front seat to more than 200 speakers across a variety of educational sessions, meaningful networking opportunities and technology demonstrations showcasing modern solutions to present day challenges. 


Billington Cybersecurity Summit 

September 9-12 | Washington, D.C. | In-Person Event 

A long standing and experienced event, the Billington Cybersecurity Summit features an extensive array of cyber topics, speakers, sessions and interactive breakouts for attendees to truly immerse in the world of today’s emerging cybersecurity solutions and trends. In its 16th year running, this leading Government cybersecurity summit promises an exceptional line up of Government presenters, an invaluable leadership luncheon, an all-attendee networking reception and over 100 vendor booths featuring strategy development and technology demos. 

For a sneak peek into what you can expect at the summit, topics covered during last year’s event included:  

  • Zero Trust 
  • Ransomware 
  • Advancing cyber diplomacy 
  • Learning how to use proactive defenses 
  • Engineering AI into cybersecurity platforms 
  • Implementing an effective risk management approach 
  • Protecting critical infrastructure 

Stay tuned to the website for announcements around the speaker lineup and further summit information. 

Carahsoft is looking forward to sponsoring this year’s event and will feature a booth to engage with attendees throughout the week. We will also be hosting a large partner pavilion and encourage attendees to stop by and learn more about our partners and their technology solutions! Check out the events tab on our website for more details closer to the event! 


SC25: International Conference for High Performance Computing 

November 16-21 | St. Louis, MO | Hybrid Event 

Supercomputing25 (SC25) is the premier global conference for high-performance computing (HPC), networking, storage and analysis, tailored to address the needs of Government, defense and research organizations. This year’s event explores the transformative impact of HPC technologies on solving critical challenges, advancing national security and driving innovation across scientific and governmental missions. 

At SC25, there will be a wide array of programming including presentations on new research, showcasing innovative work or practices and teaching and guiding the next generation of HPC students and professionals. 

Carahsoft will once again host a large pavilion space and is an exhibiting sponsor of SC25 along with many of our partners at the forefront of high-powered computing, including AWS, Broadcom, Cloudian, Dell, Google, Groq, HPE, IBM, Intel, Microsoft, Microway, NVIDIA, Oracle, Red Hat and VAST Data. 

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As technology and the Public Sector’s adoption of AI advance, the topic remains at the forefront. Our partners are making significant strides in AI, and you are invited to join the conversation. Attend these revolutionary events and help shape the future of AI. 

Tableau Conference 

April 9 – 11, San Diego, CA, Hybrid Event 

Alteryx Inspire 

May 12 – 15, Las Vegas, NV, In-Person Event 

Informatica World 

May 13, Las Vegas, NV, In-Person Event 

Adobe Government Forum 2025 

May 14, Washington D.C., Hybrid Event 

Dell Technologies World 

May 19, San Francisco, CA, Hybrid Event 

Databricks Data + AI Summit 

June 9, San Francisco, CA, Hybrid Event 

AWS re:Inforce 2025 

June 16 – 18, Philadelphia, PA, In-Person Event 


To learn more or get involved in any of the above events please contact us at AITeam@carahsoft.com. For more information on Carahsoft and our industry leading AI technology partners’ events, visit our AI solutions portfolio and AI Events page.

The Top 10 Customer Experience and Engagement Events for Government in 2025

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Customer experience (CX) and engagement is at the forefront of positive innovation in Government, creating efficient and convenient services, accessible access to information and opportunities for communication between agencies and their customers to build a clearer understanding of public needs and how to develop and reform operations. Carahsoft Technology Corp., The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider®, features a portfolio of industry-leading solutions and providers to support the Government in its efforts to share and report information to its community. Throughout this year, new and returning events will showcase the latest technologies, generate meaningful conversations through networking sessions and provide live product demonstrations to enhance Government CX. We look forward to joining these events with you soon! 


2025 Government Contact Center Summit 

April 30 | Reston, VA | In-Person Event 

Join us for the inaugural Government Contact Center Summit. Dorris Consulting, in collaboration with ACT-IAC, will bring you a day of thoughtful discussions on delivering outstanding digital experiences with best-in-class contact centers. Learn best practices for Government Contact Centers, explore new technologies and solutions and network with leaders from Government and industry. 

As the hosting organization, Carahsoft is excited to partner with DCI and ACT-IAC for the inaugural Government Contact Center Summit at our Carahsoft Conference & Collaboration Center. Join us to hear from and meet Government and industry leaders at the forefront of Government Contact Center innovation. 


Carahsoft AI for Government Summit  

May 15 | Reston, VA | In-Person Event  

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Carahsoft’s AI for Government Summit is the premier event for exploring how AI is revolutionizing the Public Sector. This summit brings together Federal, State and Local Government leaders, industry innovators and technology experts to discuss the transformative potential of AI in addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Attendees will gain actionable insight into how Generative AI is transforming Government operations, how AI can streamline public services, cybersecurity and data protection, and how to leverage AI for predictive analytics and decision-making, as well as tackling ethical, privacy and compliance challenges.

Session to Look Out for: Enhancing Customer Experience (CX) in the Public Sector with AI: AI is transforming how Government interacts with citizens. This session will explore how AI-driven chatbots, virtual assistants, and automation improve service delivery and user satisfaction in public-facing Government services.  

Carahsoft is the proud host of the AI for Government Summit. This was a milestone event in 2024 with speakers from NVIDIA, OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, AWS, Dell, HPE and others. Join us at the Carahsoft Conference & Collaboration Center to learn about all things AI within the Public Sector. 


2025 Government Social Media Conference 

May 20-22 | Orlando, FL | Hybrid Event 

GSMCON is the largest social media conference for Government. Hear from 25+ Government speakers participating in more than 20 sessions and breakouts on the latest social media trends, industry secrets and best practices. Attendees will gain real, actionable strategies while fostering connections with Government social media professionals around the globe. 

Sessions to look out for: 

  • Accessible and Inclusive Social Media Strategies for Government Agencies 
  • The Fresh Brand of Bel-Air: Keep Employee Engagement Fresh 

As a Premium Exhibitor at GSMCON in 2025, Carahsoft, along with our partners LinkedIn, Hootsuite and Sprout Social are excited to participate in the premier social media conference for Government agencies for its 10-year anniversary event. Visit our Carahsoft exhibit booth to meet the team and our partners. 


Government Customer Experience & Engagement Summit   

June 3 | Washington, D.C. | Hybrid Event 

The Government Customer Experience & Engagement Summit serves as a crucible for knowledge exchange to build a customer-centric Government. Join Federal and State and Local experts, thought leaders and CX professionals to discuss how emerging technologies are revolutionizing Government CX. Explore best practices for digital transformation, improving employee experience, building trust with constituents and implementing innovative technologies to make Government services, information and processes more efficient. Participants will be able to follow two distinct tracks that cater to diverse interests and objectives: technology and culture. 

Carahsoft is proud to host our 15th annual summit powered by GovExec. Join us, Government leaders and our CX technology and solutions industry experts as they discuss how the future of Government services and CX lies at the intersection of technology, efficiency and establishing a culture of excellence.  


Federal Experience Summit 

August | Washington, D.C. | In-Person Event 

The Qualtrics Federal Experience Summit brings leaders together to engage with each other on the evolving landscape of CX and employee experience (EX). Attendees will gain insight into innovative technologies that foster digital transformation, improve service delivery and build trust with constituents. Participants can choose between CX and EX breakout tracks to tailor their experience to their agency’s needs. 

Carahsoft partner, Qualtrics, is excited to host the Federal Experience Summit once again this year. Join them in Washington, D.C. for discussions on how to listen, understand and act on employee and customer experience feedback. Check out the events tab on our website for more details closer to the event! 


Digital Transformation Summit 2025 

September 17 | Reston, VA | In-Person Event 

The ACT-IAC Digital Transformation Summit provides Government and industry leaders strategies to accelerate the transition from legacy applications to new innovative technologies. Hear leaders share their best practices for building a successful digital transformation approach to meet evolving CX challenges and promote efficiency holistically. Join us for a day of insightful discussions and networking with industry experts, thought leaders and CX professionals. 

Sessions to look out for: 

  • Workforce Management in the Digital Age: AI-Driven Strategies for Recruitment, Retention, and Engagement of Government Employees 
  • Safeguarding Digital Services: Federal Success Stories in Cybersecurity and Data Management 

Carahsoft looks forward to collaborating with ACT-IAC for the 5th Annual Digital Transformation Summit and hosting the event at our Carahsoft Conference & Collaboration Center. Join us to hear from and meet Government and industry leaders driving Government digital transformation. 


Service to the Citizen Awards 

September 19 | Washington, D.C. 

The Service to the Citizen Awards recognizes public servants at all levels of Government (e.g., Federal, State, Local, tribal and international) for their leadership and dedication to delivering services that impact the publics’ lives and rebuild trust in Government. While the event is for the esteemed award winners and sponsors only, nominations are open through April 4, 2025. Are you or do you know someone who goes above and beyond to deliver an exceptional customer experience to citizens? Have a ‘champion of change’ spirit? Supported initiatives that helped the Government provide remarkable services? Submit your nomination today!  

Carahsoft is honored to return as a Platinum sponsor for 2025 and support our partners and customers in their nominations. Join us in honoring exemplary public servants. If you need support with the nomination process, please contact CXmarketing@carahsoft.com. 


Dreamforce 2025 

October 14-16 | San Francisco, CA | Hybrid Event 

Dreamforce is a three-day event featuring the world’s brightest minds in CX to foster discussions about driving innovation and customer success. Discover the latest Salesforce tools and products to help you build engaging digital experiences and meet your constituent’s every expectation. Attend educational breakout sessions, hands-on workshops and network with industry leaders and peers. 

Carahsoft partner, Salesforce, returns with the most impactful event of the year. Carahsoft is looking forward to hosting a Public Sector networking reception at Dreamforce again in 2025. Stay tuned for more details to attend or participate alongside us as a sponsor! Check out the events tab on our website for more details closer to the event! 


Government Service Delivery 2025

October 29-30 | Washington, D.C. | In-Person Event

The Government Service Delivery event program unites U.S. public service leaders to explore how technology is driving innovation and accelerate the delivery of high-quality government services. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in exclusive roundtables and an open conference over the course of the two days to hear government CX leaders discuss shared challenges to transformation and share insights and intelligence on how they can be overcome to improve public services.

Carahsoft is partaking as a Bronze Sponsor with an exhibit booth and is excited to have the opportunity to connect with our Government’s CX community to learn about their goal and initiatives and how our technology portfolio of solutions can support their goals.


CX Workshop 2025 

December 4 | Virtual Event 

During this transitional time of Government operations, the need to streamline service delivery is imperative. This Nextgov/FCW virtual workshop brings together Government and industry leaders to share lessons and successful customer experience case studies. CX leaders will guide participants on adopting technology to enhance CX and highlight how agencies can best collaborate. 

Carahsoft is returning as an Elite sponsor for 2025. Join us and our partners for conversations on delivering quality digital services and meeting customer expectations. Check out the events tab on our website for more details closer to the event! 


Whether you are looking for latest innovations in improving service delivery and employee experience or to learn more about digitization of services and social media trends, join us at an event this year as we explore all topics within the realm of customer experience and engagement. 


To learn more or get involved in any of the above events please contact us at CXMarketing@Carahsoft.com. For more information on Carahsoft and our industry leading CX technology partners’ events, visit our Customer Experience and Engagement solutions portfolio and CX events page.