Federal IT Efficiency Summit
Federal agencies are increasingly finding new ways to streamline operations, optimize resources and deliver mission results faster. This event brings together government and industry innovators to explore strategies and technologies that cut costs, reduce redundancy and drive smarter tech modernization. Discussions highlight examples of efficiency, emerging technologies like AI, process improvements, acquisition models and policy frameworks that are driving efficiency across federal IT agencies.
Attendees may receive up to 5 continuing professional education (CPE) credits. For more information, please click here.
Congressional leaders will discuss how they are prioritizing federal efficiency with oversight, budgeting and technology policy. This conversation will explore legislative priorities aimed at reducing duplication, improving return on investment and accelerating modernization across federal agencies.
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Moderator Amy Kluber Editor-in-Chief, GovCIO Media & Research
Legacy systems are one of the largest barriers to efficiency in federal IT. Panelists share strategies for modernizing outdated platforms, prioritizing high-impact upgrades and reducing technical debt while minimizing disruption to mission-critical operations.
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Moderator Henry Kenyon Senior Staff Writer, GovCIO Media & Research
Disconnected data systems slow decision-making and increase costs across government. This panel will explore how agencies are modernizing data management to enable advanced analytics and AI while addressing governance, privacy and security challenges.
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Moderator Ross Gianfortune Senior Staff Writer, GovCIO Media & Research
Officials will discuss how agencies are optimizing cloud environments, managing hybrid and multi-cloud architectures and aligning cloud strategies with cost control, security and performance goals.
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Moderator Laura Mannweiler Staff Writer, GovCIO Media & Research -
Wade Zarriello Director of Infrastructure and User Services, CMS
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Moderator Ross Gianfortune Senior Staff Writer, GovCIO Media @ Research
The flywheel — a critical component in a machine to increase its momentum — is also a critical symbol representing our publication’s goal to keep federal IT decision-makers informed on technology’s impact on government. This momentum is what fuels the constant need for transformers to innovate and drive efficiency in government.
Categories include: Rising Star, Digital Transformer, Innovation Champion, Change Driver and Workforce Enabler.
Federal officials are experimenting with AI to boost productivity and reduce manual processes. This panel will explore how agencies are applying AI to automate workflows, improve decision-making and scale services while ensuring responsible use, transparency and workforce readiness.
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Moderator Henry Kenyon Senior Staff Writer, GovCIO Media & Research
Efficiency gains depend as much on people as on technology. This panel will explore how agencies are strengthening the federal workforce through training and reskilling initiatives that enable employees to work more effectively in digital environments.
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Moderator Silvia Oakland Staff Writer, GovCIO Media & Research
The General Services Administration’s OneGov initiative is transforming federal tech acquisition. Officials will discuss how negotiating as “one government” is reducing duplicative contracts, lowering costs and accelerating access to software, AI tools and emerging technologies.
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Moderator Sarah Sybert Managing Editor, GovCIO Media & Research
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Wade Zarriello Director of Infrastructure and User Services, CMS
Call for Speakers
We are looking for federal IT leaders to speak on a panel or present during lightning rounds. We are accepting proposals for this event from the community. If your proposal is accepted, a member of our team will reach out to you about speaking at the event.
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