A Smarter, More Agile Path to Federal Modernization
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A Smarter, More Agile Path to Federal Modernization

A Smarter, More Agile Path to Federal Modernization The Trump administration has rightly identified commercial technology as a cornerstone for modernizing federal IT. Recent directives from the Department of Defense, including Secretary Hegseth’s mandate requiring pre-approval for large Systems Integrator (SI) contracts, reinforce a growing preference for commercial software solutions—especially when it comes to implementation,…

Data Quality Starts at the Front End of Federal Human Capital

Data Quality Starts at the Front End of Federal Human Capital

Federal agencies know that modernizing Human Capital systems is critical. But many overlook where true transformation starts — with reliable, actionable data at the front end of the process. For most, that means rethinking position management. Position descriptions may seem administrative, but outdated processes and fragmented data leave agencies facing duplicated work, hiring delays, and…

Agentic AI and the Human Capital Frontier

Agentic AI and the Human Capital Frontier

Agentic AI and the Human Capital Frontier This week, Apple researchers released a paper that may force the AI industry to pause. Their findings challenge the idea that advanced AI systems are capable of genuine reasoning. In fact, when confronted with problems that go beyond pattern recognition, these systems fail. Apple’s team describes this as…

Why Data is the Starting Line for HCM Transformation

Why Data is the Starting Line for HCM Transformation

Why Data is the Starting Line for HCM Transformation On April 15, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order 14271, Ensuring Commercial, Cost-Effective Solutions in Federal Contracts. The directive reinforced what many agency leaders have long known: modernization is no longer optional—it’s a federal imperative. Agencies must prioritize commercially available, cost-effective solutions over custom-built platforms. And…

With Agentic AI, Audit is No Longer a Four-Letter Word

With Agentic AI, Audit is No Longer a Four-Letter Word

With Agentic AI, Audit is No Longer a Four-Letter Word The Department of Defense has a deadline: a clean audit by 2028. And while the goal is non-negotiable, the path has been anything but linear. The audit challenge isn’t just complexity, it’s capacity. Skilled financial professionals are stuck chasing journal entries, reconciling inconsistencies, and rerunning…

Defense Budgeting Needs a Co-Pilot

Defense Budgeting Needs a Co-Pilot

Defense Budgeting Needs a Co-Pilot Federal budgeting has always been rigorous, methodical—and deeply manual. Even as agencies adopt digital tools, most systems still wait for human input. But with mission needs changing in real time, static workflows don’t cut it anymore. Remember Clippy? “It looks like you’re writing a letter…” Now imagine: “It looks like…

Rethinking Federal Acquisition in the Age of Intelligent Systems

Rethinking Federal Acquisition in the Age of Intelligent Systems

Rethinking Federal Acquisition in the Age of Intelligent Systems Why the Acquisition Function Needs a New Kind of Intelligence  Federal acquisition is one of the most mission-critical operations in government yet remains one of the most complex. It demands precision, accountability, and coordination across a wide array of stakeholders: contracting officers, budget analysts, program managers,…

AI as a Mission Multiplier for Federal HR 

AI as a Mission Multiplier for Federal HR 

AI as a Mission Multiplier for Federal HR  In today’s rapidly evolving federal landscape, the pressure to modernize isn’t just about keeping pace with technology—it’s about reshaping how agencies deliver on their missions.  At Groundswell, we see the future of federal HR not just as digital, but intelligent. The next frontier is about unlocking the…

Introducing Agentic Auditor – Your New Favorite Coworker

Introducing Agentic Auditor – Your New Favorite Coworker

For over three decades, the Department of Defense (DOD) has grappled with the complexities of financial accountability, falling short of meeting the requirements of a clean audit under the CFO Act. The DOD has set an ambitious target: achieve a clean audit by 2028. To get there, it must tackle persistent challenges around documentation, reconciliation, data accuracy, and process consistency.

Groundswell Appoints Alicia Dube to Lead Federal Workday Practice

Groundswell Appoints Alicia Dube to Lead Federal Workday Practice, Deepens Investment in Human Capital Modernization Alicia represents a strategic investment to double down on the success Groundswell has had as an organization in deploying Workday in federal agencies” Ed Holleran, Groundswell CFO Groundswell, a leader in federal digital transformation, today announced that Alicia Dube has…

Modernizing Federal Procurement: Embracing AI, Automation, and Bold Change
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Modernizing Federal Procurement: Embracing AI, Automation, and Bold Change

Modernizing Federal Procurement: Embracing AI, Automation, and Bold Change Federal procurement is overdue for modernization. While designed for accountability, the system has become inefficient, slow, and overly complex. The result? Lengthy procurement cycles, misalignment between contracting and program offices, and IT failures that cost taxpayers millions. The root cause isn’t just bureaucracy—it’s outdated technology and…

Groundswell and CrossVue, in Partnership with Workday, Release Comprehensive Report on Federal Hiring

MCLEAN, VA, UNITED STATES, December 3, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Groundswell in collaboration with CrossVue, and supported by Workday, today announced the release of a significant new study titled, “Revolutionizing Federal HR: Insights from Recruits on the Hiring Process.” This report, conducted by Market Connections, provides a detailed analysis of the experiences of 200 recent federal hires surveyed during…