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Blog: The Slant

Connect Dots & Measure Results for Mission Success

Discover how government and defense leaders are transforming decision-making by aligning strategy with execution and measuring what truly matters. Insights from Martin Eriksson, Douglas Hubbard, and Justin Fanelli at Prodacity 2025.

Working Backwards and the Messy Middle of GovTech Modernization

Explore how government and industry leaders are tackling digital modernization by working backward from mission outcomes, managing risk in legacy systems, and avoiding the pitfalls of the "messy middle." Insights from Jason Fraser, Nick Kuene, and Josh Kruk at Prodacity 2025.

Department of Veterans Affairs Selects Rise8 for $2.4B Multiple-Awardee IDIQ for Developer Experience Platform Enablement

Secure Performant Reliable and User-Centered Experiences (SPRUCE) contract vehicle will enable VA to acquire top-quality industry partners to deliver exceptional user experiences

Recoding America: A Lean Government Enterprise

Learn how federal agencies can accelerate digital transformation, improve cybersecurity, and modernize legacy systems. Insights from top defense and tech leaders at Prodacity 2025 on building a lean, secure, and mission-ready government enterprise.

Make Ship Happen With Continuous Delivery

Transforming software development in the US military with agile methodologies for precise and effective software tools.

Authorization to Operate Checklist

Learn about the process of obtaining an Authority to Operate, explore ATO resources, and learn about the next evolution of ATO: cATO.

What Is the Difference between ATO and Continuous ATO?

Federal agencies need to balance efficiency and security when upgrading software systems. Discover how to get the best of both worlds.

What does ATO stand for in RMF?

Discover what ATO stands for in RMF, its importance, and how a strategy like continuous ATO can enhance security and streamline software deployment.