Weekly Roundup: February 14-18, 2022

Federal CIO Issues Data Call Asking Agencies How They are Using AI. Federal CIO Clare Martorana currently has a data call out to several Federal agencies asking them how they are currently using AI, their current AI use cases, and what AI work they have in production, according to a DHS program manager.

Challenges and Opportunities for the Future of the Remote Workplace: Perspectives from an Expert in Response to a Recent Center Report

 

Our Center recently released a new report, The Age of Remote Work:  How COVID-19 Transformed Organizations in Real Time, that addressed challenges and opportunities for remote work, given the continued acceleration of workplace change emerging during the pandemic.   We welcome continued dialogue based on the provocative questions that Steve raises for future research on this topic.

 

Advancing Mission Success Using Innovation and Technology

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) protects our nation’s borders from terrorism, human and drug smuggling, and illegal migration while simultaneously facilitating the flow of lawful travel and trade. Its mission is vitally important for the protection of the country and the national economy.

Emerging Technology Can Drive Effectiveness and Efficiency Across International Borders

As governments make their way through the COVID-19 pandemic to emerge stronger, nations are grappling with how to adjust to and plan for the new normal. This future state will fundamentally differ from business as usual before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Emerging Technology for Response and Recovery: An International Dialogue

Critical challenges that agencies face include the increasing volume of incidents and emergencies, overly complex trade and immigration processes, and evolving threats to borders and customs. Governments can leverage data, AI, intelligent automation, and other emerging technologies to address these complex challenges—while also freeing up critical human resources for high value missions.

Sonny Bhagowalia

At the United States (U.S.) Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Mr. Sanjeev “Sonny” Bhagowalia currently holds the Senior Executive Service position of Assistant Commissioner (AC), Office of Information and Technology (OIT) and CBP Chief Information Officer (CIO).

Weekly Roundup: February 7-11, 2022

Federal Employees Teleworked More During COVID-19, But What Does the Future of Work Look Like? When COVID-19 struck, many offices and businesses allowed their employees to work from home or telework. But what do we know about the challenges telework has presented to federal agencies and staff, and what could the future of telework activities look like?

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