The Vital Role of Inspectors General in Federal Accountability
The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) serves as a cornerstone of federal agency accountability and integrity. Established in 1978 through the Inspector General Act, over 70 independent Inspectors General (IGs) now operate across the federal government, providing impartial oversight to ensure efficiency and fairness. The independence of IGs is critical; it empowers them to […]
Chainbridge Enters Phase 2 of DoDEA PERSEC System Enhancements
FAIRFAX, Va. – Following the Department of Defense Education Activity’s (DoDEA) option year contract award to Chainbridge Solutions, phase 2 of the project will bring further enhancements to DoDEA’s Personnel Security and Background Investigations Case Management System. Chainbridge Solutions will continue to develop interfaces and implement new features to the core system, addressing the security […]
Exploring the Advantages of Low-Code Platforms with Aarti Smith
On June 26, 2020, Aarti Smith, President & CEO of Chainbridge Solutions, joined the Government Technology Webinar, “Low-Code, High Impact: Building an Optimal Path to Modernization.” During her presentation, Ms. Smith highlighted the transformative potential of Low-Code Platforms for accelerating digital transformation and modernization efforts. “Low-Code platforms provide customers with a raised floor for application […]
The Unique Value of ServiceNow HRSD in the Public Sector
While ServiceNow IT Service Management (ITSM) is a mature product with well-established workflows, ServiceNow Human Resource Service Delivery (HRSD) represents a distinct and evolving solution. Both products aim to deliver consumer-grade workflows that improve the employee experience—allowing employees to search for information, open cases, and receive updates. However, HRSD and ITSM are fundamentally different in […]
Celebrating Mentorship: Girls in Technology Experience
It’s never too late to reflect on and share impactful experiences. Recently, while discussing mentorship with colleagues, I was reminded of the privilege I had as a 2019-2020 Mentor for Girls in Technology, a program led by Women in Technology (WIT). It was an experience filled with inspiration, growth, and unforgettable moments. As a Mentor, […]
How Machine Learning Transforms Data into Insight and Action
Machine learning and predictive models are revolutionizing how agencies harness the power of data. By leveraging the information your agency collects daily, these tools provide actionable insights and faster, more accurate decision-making processes, ultimately improving mission outcomes. What is Machine Learning? Machine learning encompasses techniques that allow applications to automate decisions and improve over time […]
How Can Legacy Systems Share Data with Modern Applications
Legacy systems often resist integration, creating inefficiencies and manual work for agencies. Securely accessing these systems, manually entering information, and retrieving data for input into modern applications can be time-consuming, error-prone, and detracts from the expertise of knowledge workers. The Solution: Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Robotic Process Automation (RPA) streamlines data entry and retrieval from […]
The Benefits of Agile Development
Agile Development offers significant benefits to customers, including better stakeholder engagement, reduced risk, and more predictable outcomes. One of its primary advantages is empowering customers to define and prioritize requirements throughout the development process. The iterative approach of gathering requirements and building functionality fosters a responsive, productive team capable of adapting to change. Agile at […]
Adapting to New PERSEC Challenges: The Case for Modernization
In October 2019, the authority to conduct background investigations transitioned to the newly formed Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency (DCSA). Tasked with conducting 90% of all background investigations for civilian and Department of Defense (DoD) agency personnel across the federal government, the DCSA has introduced new systems and processes that agencies must quickly learn and […]
Chainbridge to Support USAF Law Enforcement Case Management System
FAIRFAX, Va. – Chainbridge Solutions has been awarded a contract from the United States Air Force (USAF) Security Forces for the Operations & Maintenance of the Air Force Justice Information System (AFJIS). AFJIS is the law enforcement case and incident management system that manages the enormous law enforcement mission of the USAF worldwide. AFJIS facilitates the timely […]