Modernization Archives

SBA set the standard. Now it’s time the rest of government follows

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Small Business Administration was handed a nearly impossible task: stand up massive new lending programs almost overnight to keep millions of businesses…

Jun 6, 2025 By Bill Webner

OPM sets June 2 deadline for new retirement applications to be electronic

The antiquated paper-based federal retirement system has been a target for federal modernization for years and was called out by Elon Musk.

May 7, 2025 By Madison Alder

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Federal workforce cuts would curb IRS modernization, former National Taxpayer Advocate says

House Oversight Democrats raised concerns about the future of modernization at the agency and DOGE access to Treasury Department systems.

Feb 12, 2025 By Matt Bracken

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The modern battlefield demands modern talent management systems

Modernizing HR management is no longer just about updating backend systems; it’s about establishing a platform to support mission-critical readiness

Feb 11, 2025 By Michael Houlihan

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How generative AI is paving the way for transformative federal operations

By combining strategic foresight and practical execution, federal agencies can use generative AI to improve citizen services and operational efficiency, say DHS’s Chris Kraft and HPE’s Bill…

Jan 23, 2025 By Scoop News Group

Rep. Gerry Connolly, D-Va., speaks to reporters outside of the U.S. Capitol on May 15, 2023 in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)

Connolly wants House Oversight to look at modernization and AI

The new ranking member of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee tells FedScoop that he’ll be prioritizing modernization and emerging tech in the upcoming session.

Jan 13, 2025 By Caroline Nihill

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AI’s rising tide: Transforming government healthcare

Technology experts from HHS, GDIT and Google discuss how AI helps federal health agencies improve patient care, research and data protection — and the importance of having…

Dec 16, 2024 By Scoop News Group

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Streamlining aid delivery: Lessons from SBA’s digital modernization journey

How the Small Business Administration’s pivot to a cloud-based CRM platform helped it navigate through the pandemic and transform its approach to customer service.

Apr 29, 2024 By Scoop News Group

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Cisco’s Mary Martinez on how integrated platforms fast-track agency modernization

Cisco’s senior director for federal civilian agencies highlights recent federal initiatives to modernize agency operations — and why software-defined platforms help agencies achieve “breakthrough outcomes” faster.

Nov 9, 2023 By Scoop News Group

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DLA’s Adarryl Roberts on leveraging automation to improve warehouse operations

Defense Logistics Agency CIO Adarryl Roberts highlights how automation is helping to drive the agency’s ERP and warehouse modernization efforts.

Nov 6, 2023 By Scoop News Group