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Katherine MacPhail

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Katherine MacPhail is a Staff Writer and Researcher for GovCIO Media & Research, where she covers IT across federal health and civilian agencies.
 
Katherine earned her bachelor’s degree from Oberlin College, where she served as Editor-in-Chief of The Oberlin Review after holding the positions of Arts & Culture Editor, Staff Writer and Production Editor. She joined the GovCIO Media & Research team in November 2021.
 
Originally from Durham, North Carolina, she loves live music, rock climbing and books. 

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HHS
HHS Turns to AI for COVID-19 Research
HHS shared AI/ML use cases to promote transparency and spur innovation at the annual AFCEA Health IT Summit.

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ONC
Data, Digital Services Will Drive Federal IT in 2023
Health and civilian agencies expect to build off progress to improve health equity, smarter IT acquisitions and better customer experience through digital services.

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DOE
Digital Climate Resilience Portal Expands Access to Local Data
A digital tool is helping to visualize actionable data to support decision-making.

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DOE
DOE Pivots Security Strategy as 'Smart' Tech Use Soars
The Department of Energy is partnering with the private sector to expand advanced threat monitoring systems in operational technology.

Federal Shared Services Need More Governance
State Department
Federal Shared Services Need More Governance
Agencies including NARA, Commerce and State are tackling longstanding issues around shadow IT and decentralized systems.

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data
How Federal Researchers are Practicing Responsible Data-Sharing
Researchers at NIH, DOE and the Census Bureau developed new methods for securely sharing sensitive data.

How Federal Agencies Are Catalyzing Climate Resilience
Sustainable IT
How Federal Agencies Are Catalyzing Climate Resilience
GSA Administrator Robin Carnahan called sustainability investments a "triple win."

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ICE
Automation Drives Cybersecurity Innovation at ICE
ICE is automating and integrating its security processes to stay on top of threats.

USPTO CISO Don Watson, DISA Cyber Development Directorate Technical Director Drew Malloy, HHS OIG CIO Gerald Caron, and Leidos Chief Security Architect Jesse People speak on a panel during the September 29 Zero Trust event in Washington, DC. Photo Credit: Rod Lamkey, Jr. for GovCIO Media & Research.
Zero Trust
Data Mapping, Operational Understanding Are Next Steps For Zero Trust
Agencies are aligning security and performance needs.

Lessons Learned Over a Decade with Health Care Marketplace
CMS
Lessons Learned Over a Decade with Health Care Marketplace
CMS’s 'organizational surge' more than its 'technical surge' was the key to fixing the website.

How Tech-Assisted Review is Transforming FOIA
CFPB
How Tech-Assisted Review is Transforming FOIA
Government is beginning to adopt AI tools to expedite its obligation of records transparency.

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NIAID
NIAID Chief Anthony Fauci to Step Down in December
After more than 50 years in government service, Fauci is stepping down as NIAID director and chief medical adviser to the president.

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FDIC
Giving Technologists a Seat at the Table Across Government
Government is moving toward a more collaborative approach, and higher education is training a multi-disciplinary workforce to meet the moment.

Why a Common Language is Key to Zero Trust
NASA
Why a Common Language is Key to Zero Trust
Both NASA and FDIC say government needs to facilitate common language for communication that results in action.

How NSF is Nurturing the 'STEM Spark' to Democratize Science
NSF
How NSF is Nurturing the 'STEM Spark' to Democratize Science
The foundation’s new Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships Directorate is investing in innovation across America.

Keys to Supporting a Diverse Workforce in National Security
DOD
Keys to Supporting a Diverse Workforce in National Security
Peer mentorship and unconscious bias intervention are helping women succeed in the federal workforce.

HRSA Studying Telehealth Data for Long-Term Integration
HRSA
HRSA Studying Telehealth Data for Long-Term Integration
The future of health care is incorporating more and more hybrid technologies and environments.

CMS Executive Director of the Digital Services Andrea Fletcher and CISA Chief of Strategy, Policy and Plans Valerie C speak on a panel during the July 14 Women Tech Leaders event in Washington, DC. Photo Credit: Rod Lamkey, Jr. for GovCIO Media & Research
CMS
CMS, CISA Tackling Cybersecure Services
Customer-facing services like the CMS provide unique cybersecurity challenges, but the White House's Office of the National Cyber Director is providing new funding assistance.

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DHS
AI, Data Sharing Streamline Mission Delivery at DHS
The department is enhancing the way it shares data, best practices and use cases.

USDA's Measured Approach to Responsible Advanced Analytics
USDA
USDA's Measured Approach to Responsible Advanced Analytics
The Food and Nutrition Service is focusing on data before it scales AI and ML capabilities.

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IRS
IRS Developing New Digital Services, Community Partnerships
The agency is expanding its digital services and community partnerships to streamline the taxpayer experience.

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AI
National Initiative Aims to Democratize AI Research Access
The National AI Research Resource task force is developing a roadmap to expand cyber infrastructure for AI R&D.

All of Government Working Toward Green IT Acquisition
GSA
All of Government Working Toward Green IT Acquisition
Sustainability is coming to the forefront of federal procurement and contracting.

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DOJ
How DOJ Uses ICAM to Fight Fraud
The Office of Justice Programs is using identity, credential, and access management to reduce fraud in federal grants.

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Census Bureau
Census Bureau Developed Survey Explorer Tool with UX Design
The bureau's new reference tool transformed users' information access.

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HHS
HHS, CMS, DHA Initiatives Prioritize Patient Accessibility
The health agencies celebrated their progress at the annual FedHealthIT Innovation Awards and eyed future advancements in patient accessibility, IT efficiency and research.

AI is Supporting Cybercrime Investigations at the Secret Service
Secret Service
AI is Supporting Cybercrime Investigations at the Secret Service
The service is using emerging capabilities to analyze billions of data records and detect financial crimes.

Netskope CISO and Head of Cyber Intelligence Strategy Nate Smolenski, DISA CTO Stephen Wallace, and GAP IT & Cybersecurity Director Kevin Walsh. Photo Credit: Rod Lamkey/GovCIO Media & Research.
DISA
Successful Cybersecurity Integrates Agile and Well-Trained Users
Training a cyber-aware workforce can transform end users from potential vulnerabilities into security enablers.

Secret Service Pursues Pandemic-Relief Fraud, Crypto Laundering
FBI
Secret Service Pursues Pandemic-Relief Fraud, Crypto Laundering
Following the loss of billions of dollars to pandemic-relief fraud, the White House is elevating efforts to combat other fraud in government relief programs.

5G Investments at Energy Poised to Transform Wireless Communications
DOE
5G Investments at Energy Poised to Transform Wireless Communications
The department's national labs are developing new 5G capabilities.

NIST's Vision for the Future of Smart Health Care Systems
NIST
NIST's Vision for the Future of Smart Health Care Systems
The agency's software chief has a framework for technology's impact on health IT.

IRS Shares Knowledge Management Insights, Successes With DOD for JADC2
IRS
IRS Shares Knowledge Management Insights, Successes With DOD for JADC2
A years-long knowledge management effort is helping the agency stay agile with a shifting workforce.

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DISA
Thunderdome is DISA’s 'Trial-By-Fire' Answer to Zero Trust Architecture
The agency is tackling cybersecurity challenges head-on through its new prototype.

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EPA
White House Proposes Record EPA Funding to Tackle Climate Crisis, Environmental Justice
The budget includes a $2.3 billion increase in funding for the agency.

Redesigned CMS ACO Emphasizes Health Equity
CMS
Redesigned CMS ACO Emphasizes Health Equity
CMS is managing a data-driven effort to improve beneficiaries' quality of care.

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CMS
CMS Making Strides on Mission-Driven Modernization
The agency plans to modernize its major business processes, such as the claims payment system.

Keys to Accelerating Zero Trust Implementation
Leidos
Keys to Accelerating Zero Trust Implementation
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to zero trust, but it requires close attention to tech and culture.

CMS is Depending on Data to Drive Health Equity
CMS
CMS is Depending on Data to Drive Health Equity
Health equity is a key policy initiative for the CMS, and data as at the core of its decision-making.

A Multi-Pronged Approach to Securing Identity Data
USPTO
A Multi-Pronged Approach to Securing Identity Data
Agencies are relying on strategies like data minimization and supply chain risk assessments to protect sensitive information.

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DOE
In the New Hybrid Environment, Government Balances Workforce Efficiency with Resiliency 
Agencies are leveraging teleworking tools alongside in-person collaboration.

DOE, USPTO Navigate Modernization Ahead of a Hybrid Workforce
Energy Department
DOE, USPTO Navigate Modernization Ahead of a Hybrid Workforce
Successful IT adoption comes down to winning over your workforce.

Agency Leaders Tout VA Work Ahead of PMA Priorities
President's Management Agenda
Agency Leaders Tout VA Work Ahead of PMA Priorities
A new management supplement to the president's management agenda focuses on strengthening the federal workforce, improving program delivery and advancing equity.

Inside the FBI’s First Shark Tank Season
RPA
Inside the FBI’s First Shark Tank Season
The agency kicked off its innovation competition with new RPA initiatives.

Ginne Mae is Experimenting With Emerging Technologies
Ginnie Mae
Ginnie Mae is Experimenting With Emerging Technologies
A lab within the Department of Housing and Urban Development is exploring how automation can impact financial and recruiting processes.

CMS Sees Funding Boosts in Open Enrollment Outreach Campaigns
CMS
CMS Sees Funding Boosts for CX in Open Enrollment Campaigns
The agency made several enhancements to its websites and communication strategies to help consumers access marketplace coverage.

The Federal Push for Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation
Back to Basics
The Federal Push for Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation
An executive order calls on agencies to implement CDM among other cybersecurity measures like zero trust.

CMS, VA Talk EHR Interoperability Initiatives
EHR
CMS, VA Talk EHR Interoperability Initiatives
Health care agencies are implementing new technologies for enhanced data exchange.

Biden Agenda to Feature Workforce, Acquisition Priorities
Federal Workforce
Biden Agenda to Feature Workforce, Acquisition Priorities
The President’s Management Agenda identifies IT and data as foundational tools for mission delivery.
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