In the last five years, the tools used in defense have evolved from a staple of science fiction to a real-world magnet for large-scale investment. In Hawaii, that means channeling technological advances for Indo-Pacific security. As the administration's defense strategy has pivoted towards China and great power competition, how is the U.S. matching new capabilities to new strategy, and what needs to happen next?Join Defense One and Nextgov for...

The Code for America Summit is where government and technology intersect. The three-day event is an opportunity for public servants, advocates, entrepreneurs, technologists, and volunteers to get together in one room and tackle some of government’s biggest challenges in the digital age. Code for America believes government must work for the people, and by the people, in the digital age, starting with the people who need it most. Our goal...

The panel will explore how today’s intelligence analysts utilize AI/ML and their evolving role as we begin to trust and understand machine augmentation in order to maintain our competitive edge in the intelligence and national security arena. 5:00 PMRegistration and Networking 6:00 PM Opening Remarks 6:05 PM Panel Discussion and Q + A Susan Kalweit, Director, Analysis, National Geospatial-Intelligence AgencyIsaac Zaworski, Vice Preside...

Now more than ever data and analytics are becoming accessible, offering new insights and opportunities for state and local governments. As more government services and interactions move online and to other digital platforms, these tools can improve services, accelerate collaboration and increase efficiencies. At this event, we’ll explore how the City of Boston and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts have harnessed data and analytics to pow...

As the administration turns away from acting on climate change, state and local governments are picking up the torch and making clean air and energy efficiency commitments. Join Route Fifty as we explore how state and local governments are setting their own climate goals--and making changes locally, regionally, and internationally to achieve them. From the future of vehicle emissions to regional partnerships, we'll delve into the policy issues...

As the administration turns away from acting on climate change, state and local governments are picking up the torch and making clean air and energy efficiency commitments. Join Route Fifty as we explore how state and local governments are setting their own climate goals--and making changes locally, regionally, and internationally to achieve them. From the future of vehicle emissions to regional partnerships, we'll delve into the policy issues...

Much has changed in the world of government and technology since our last Summit in November 2016. At our last meeting, public servants and technologists learned from cities who had founded digital service units, heard directly from State Secretaries who had moved to agile procurements for services from large, monolithic solutions and from the bleeding edge of innovation in Federal government. 2017 has brought in a new administration and Congr...

At the heart of Silicon Valley, San Jose has declared its ambition to become the most innovative city in America by 2020. Through a Smart City vision that promotes itself as a “demonstration city” to the technology giants that call San Jose home, the city has opened itself up to the innovation surrounding it. How does a city work to be inclusive as a test bed for technology, while ensuring quality services and no citizen is left be...

Rapid change in government is upon us. Your agency must achieve its core mission while remaining compliant with new policy and regulation. Are you prepared to not only meet your mission but thrive in times of change? Join government and industry leaders at the second annual Government Empowered conference to learn from agencies who are leading the way. Uncover insights that will empower your organization to be adaptive in a world of rapid change.

The Route Fifty Navigator Awards identify and highlight individuals and teams of state and local innovators, technologists, leaders, and rising stars who have demonstrated their ability to conceive and implement great ideas. In 2017 we are traveling across the country to talk with exceptional individuals about their collaborative skills, leadership styles, and innovative programs.Route Fifty is headed to Sacramento to highlight the innovations...