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Fixed-price Contracting EO: What it Means for Federal Software Programs

Breaking down the April 30, 2026 Executive Order making fixed-price contracts the federal default—what it means for software programs, and how to prepare.

Rise8 announces Prodacity 2026 with expanded AI focus for GovTech training

The three-day program returns to Nashville August 25–27 as the definitive education and training experience for Mission O/S — Rise8's operating model for modern delivery in government.

Rise8 named Innovation Catalyst in 2026 Elev8[X] GovCon awards

Rise8 received the Innovation Catalyst award at the 2026 Elev8[X] recognition event for turning bold ideas into mission-ready software for federal agencies.

Rise8 Recognized for Community Impact in 2026 Chainguard Guardian Awards

Rise8 selected for the 2026 Chainguard Guardian Award for Community Impact, highlighting its mission-first approach to modern software delivery across the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and VA.

Jennifer Pahlka and Bryon Kroger │ Shipping Outcomes in a Broken System

Why government struggles to ship outcomes—and how product models, capability-based budgeting, and path-to-production thinking can close the gap.

Rise8 and Thoughtworks Awarded VA Ambient Scribe Rollout Contract

Partners selected to evolve MVP pilot to production-grade model, scaling AI across VA clinical operations.

From Ideation to Production: 3 Key Differences a Dedicated Software Delivery Organization Brings

Stop buying headcount and start delivering outcomes. Learn how the Rise8 AFWERX SDO IDIQ provides balanced product teams to shift your mission from staff augmentation to true product-centricity.

Security at the Speed of the Mission: Achieving cATO with the Rise8 SDO IDIQ

Stop choosing between security and speed. Learn how the Rise8 SDO IDIQ enables rapid cATO achievement and compliant DevSecOps for mission-critical software.