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Advancing Health Care Delivery, Equity, and Outcomes Through AI
To truly realize their healthcare potential, AI systems must be developed responsibly and in ways that warrant people’s trust. Here are real-world examples of how AI can drive better federal health outcomes.
Joy at Work
A joyful attitude helps employees become healthier and more productive. So what can you do to bring more joy into your personal and professional life? Here are practical pointers.
Storage With the Future in Mind
Data centers use too much space and too much energy. But what if the bulky mechanical disks could be replaced with solid-state storage?
Government Agencies Need Generative AI Laboratories
Government agencies need room to find out the best uses of AI to achieve their goals and to help those they serve. They need AI laboratories that provide a safe space to experiment, to find out what works, and — maybe more importantly — what doesn’t.
It’s Not About the Perks, It’s All About the Purpose
Several factors contribute to employee job satisfaction, including whether someone feels their talents are being used well, the workload is reasonable and the pay is sufficient.
The Nearly Impossible Task of Creating Work-Life Balance for Parents
There are many ways that employers and colleagues can support working parents, and there are many things that parents can do to maintain balance and well-being in their lives.
Firm-Fixed-Price Contracts — What Could Go Wrong?
Federal regulations prefer that agencies use firm-fixed-price (FFP) contracts, which place all performance costs and risks on the contractor. That may sound like a good thing but, in practice, the FFP approach can be a problem.
How Government Agencies Can Accelerate New Employee Onboarding and Productivity
New employees face many onboarding challenges, including learning how to ask for and access agency information. Answer engine technology, though, is revolutionizing the process.
Do You Collaborate?
There are many benefits of collaboration at work and in relationships. How can you identify, improve and expand upon collaborative opportunities?