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Department of State, Foreign Operations and...
The FY 2026 Congressional Budget Justification for the Department of State outlines a sharp realignment of U.S. foreign policy and funding priorities. The proposal significantly reduces overall foreign assistance and…
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Achieving ATOs Through Declarative Architecture...
Traditional, paper-based compliance processes used for authorizing government and cloud systems are too slow and rigid for today’s dynamic, cloud-native environments. To keep pace, agencies must adopt transparent, standardized security…
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Insider Risk 2025 Update: From Quiet Concern to...
The Insider Risk Working Group met to discuss the evolving landscape of insider risk management within Federal agencies, the supporting defense industrial base (DIB), and commercial organizations. The discussion explored…
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Enterprise Architecture: A Guide to State...
Enterprise architecture is more than an IT framework—it’s a strategic discipline that helps state governments manage complexity and drive ongoing transformation. By aligning business processes, technology investments, and organizational goals,…
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How to Build a Worldclass Whistleblower Program
A strong whistleblower program does more than meet compliance—it actively strengthens organizational culture, trust, and ethical behavior. This guide outlines how to build a secure and transparent process that encourages…
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Modernizing RMF for Continuous, Evidence-Based...
The fastest way to move RMF away from compliance and into the mission space is to stop treating authorization as a milestone and start treating it as a continuous engineering…
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Navigating Climate Risks: Progress and Challenges...
This report is the second annual analysis Ceres has conducted of major U.S. insurers’ climate risk strategies by examining the disclosures companies are making under the National Association of Insurance…
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Leading with Transparency: A Guide to...
As climate-related disasters become more frequent and costly, municipal governments are on the front lines—responsible for protecting communities, maintaining essential services, and investing in infrastructure that can withstand future risks.…
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Revolutionizing Enterprise Data Management with...
As enterprise data ecosystems grow in complexity, traditional centralized data architectures often fall short. This whitepaper explores how Data Mesh, a decentralized socio-technical approach, offers a transformative solution for managing…
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Primary Mitigations to Reduce Cyber Threats to...
Cyber threats targeting operational technology (OT) systems continue to pose a serious risk to U.S. critical infrastructure. In response, CISA, the FBI, EPA, and DOE have outlined key mitigations, including…
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Continuous Authorization to Operate (cATO)...
In today’s rapidly evolving cyber environment, obtaining an initial Authorization to Operate (ATO) under the Risk Management Framework (RMF) can take anywhere from 6 to 36 months. Given the complexity…
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Business Architecture: A Strategic Blueprint for...
State CIOs are increasingly at the heart of government transformation—and business architecture is their blueprint for leading the way. This strategic framework helps align mission-driven goals with real-world capabilities, enabling…
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Passport Processing: State Department Should...
Following a surge in passport applications in 2023, Americans faced significant delays—some missing trips entirely. The State Department has a long-term “Transformation Roadmap” to modernize passport services, but key milestones…
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Improper Payments: Information on Agencies’ Fiscal...
Improper payments remain a critical challenge for federal agencies, with an estimated $162 billion in improper payments reported for fiscal year 2024. While this marks a $74 billion decrease from…
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DHS: Fiscal Year 2025 President’s Budget Overview
The Fiscal Year 2025 President’s Budget for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) allocates $112.4 billion to safeguard national security, enhance disaster preparedness, and strengthen border protection. Key investments include…
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