Despite Federal agencies’ hunger for change, the idea of moving and modernizing myriad critical services from private servers to cloud infrastructure can seem overwhelming. […]

In the latest installment of MeriTalk’s Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) research series, we look to understand how the program can help agencies achieve near real-time cyber insights to get ahead of the adversary. […]

MeriTalk, in partnership with RedSeal, explored the challenges of comprehensive multi-cloud security and the need for improved visibility. We examine the steps agencies are taking to clear the security fog and offer recommendations for finding calm in the cloud storm. […]

With two of the Cloud Strategy programs of record – the Defense Enterprise Office Solution (DEOS) program and milCloud 2.0, it is clear there is a massive opportunity to transform the DoD mission with accelerated migration. […]

MeriTalk, in partnership with Dell and NVIDIA, surveyed 150 Federal IT stakeholders to explore Federal AI readiness, use cases, and inhibitors to adoption at scale. […]

What are the top motivations for nation-state attacks, and how prepared are most IT organizations to thwart them? In our “Automating the Hunt” infographic, MeriTalk partnered with Recorded Future to explore the answers. […]

MeriTalk’s latest installment of the Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) research series, “CDM: More Critical Than Ever,” explores how the CDM program can help agencies build resilience after a series of high-profile cyberattacks involving SolarWinds Orion and Microsoft. […]

MeriTalk, in partnership with ServiceNow, surveyed 100 Federal IT decision-makers to explore modern IT Operations Management practices, looking at what tools and techniques are in place and which are needed to support resilient government service delivery. […]

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated digitization initiatives in the Federal government in order to maintain the mission.  So, almost a year later, what steps are agencies taking to continue their journeys toward becoming paperless organizations? […]

In the “Zero the Hero – Securing Hybrid and Multi-Cloud with Zero Trust” infographic, MeriTalk, in partnership with Splunk, explored governments’ zero trust goals and progress. […]

Amidst ever-evolving adversary threats and mission requirements, the need for cutting-edge defense is greater than ever. So how are Department of Defense (DoD) agencies prioritizing their technology modernization efforts, and how are they designing future-proof tech strategies to fortify our nation’s defense? […]

MeriTalk partnered with DLT and Quest to explore five key trends for 2021. We examine developments in cloud adoption, data center optimization, IT modernization, the IT workforce, and data as a strategic asset. […]

MeriTalk, in partnership with AWS and DLT, surveyed 150 Federal IT managers to explore cloud compliance takeoff and turbulence. The infographic catalogs security priorities, identify data management needs, and offer recommendations to help agencies soar higher with cloud. […]

In light of the pandemic, government agencies adopted hybrid cloud environments at unprecedented speeds. But now, agencies must build a strategic foundation for long-term success. […]

The former administration’s FY 2021 budget invests over $1 billion in artificial intelligence (AI) research and development (R&D) and commits to doubling the R&D budget by 2022. When will AI and Machine Learning (ML) be ready to tackle public-sector organization’s top mission-critical tasks? What critical problems are they looking to solve with the technology? How […]

MeriTalk, in partnership with DLT and Oracle, examined the steps agencies are taking to move to the cloud and the importance of a FedRAMP-compliant solution to meet the mission. […]

A catalyst for change, the transition to “maximized telework” forced agencies to rapidly modernize their approach to IT. But how is the need for modernization affecting cyber strategies, like the adoption of zero trust? […]

The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing us to move and think beyond the traditional in-office perimeter to work from anywhere and collaborate in new ways. That’s why ACT-IAC, MeriTalk, and the Partnership for Public Service joined forces on Resilient: Government Pandemic Insights for a Safer America. […]

Federal IT infrastructures must evolve to keep up with the growth of data resulting from emerging technologies, including AI, 5G, and IoT. […]

MeriTalk’s latest installment of the CDM research program, “Defending HVAs: How Can CDM be the Security Hero?”, examines input from CDM’s biggest players across government and industry to understand a specific aspect of their defense – High Value Assets (HVAs). […]

Against the backdrop of the Federal government’s maximized telework environment, modern, adaptive networks are more important than ever. But despite countless calls to evolve, many agencies are facing this crisis while still relying on outdated network infrastructure, like legacy Time Division Multiplexing (TDM) technology. […]

MeriTalk, in partnership with Cloudera, surveyed 150 Federal IT decision makers familiar with their agency’s security to examine security and governance policies in the cloud. […]

MeriTalk, in partnership with Cloudera, surveyed 150 Federal IT decision makers familiar with their agency’s data management in the cloud to examine data-in-motion within agencies. See how automation can help democratize data and speed decision-making – all while ensuring security and compliance. […]

Considering the COVID-19 pandemic and the government’s transition to “maximized telework,” 78% of DHS’ Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) stakeholders say the CDM program is more important than ever. […]

Additive Manufacturing (AM), or 3D printing, is an innovative technology increasingly being used by Federal agencies to reduce production time to design, save costs, and build parts faster and more effectively. […]

MeriTalk and GDIT surveyed 150 Federal cybersecurity managers to explore multi-cloud cybersecurity challenges and opportunities, current efforts and aspirations, and how they can future-proof multi-cloud cybersecurity. […]

Federal agencies have leaned hard on their cloud computing infrastructure in 2020. Has the Federal Cloud Smart Strategy helped? […]

As the Federal government has moved to maximized telework, agencies are reexamining their bring-your-own-device (BYOD) programs to expand employees’ remote access. So, how are current security models keeping up? What steps are Feds taking to secure personal devices and what role does zero trust play? […]

With warfighters at the edge, and teams in the field, the office, and now at home, how is the DoD supporting an agile remote workforce while balancing access, collaboration, and security? […]

Federal cybersecurity is more critical than ever as agencies quickly adapt to a “maximized telework” environment. But, how effective are Feds’ current cybersecurity efforts? What is working well in agencies’ cybersecurity strategies, and what needs to change? […]