Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum In this episode, We trace quantum from strange physics to useful tools, highlighting where annealing delivers value now and where sensing may outpace computing. We show how to scope a pilot, measure speed to solution, and decide when classical, AI, and quantum work best together. Featuring: - Prachi Vakharia, Pre...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum In this episode, We show how quantum becomes useful now through cloud access, Python-based tools, and focused pilots in logistics, materials, sensing, and security. We balance realism on timelines with concrete wins, from port optimization to post-quantum crypto planning and AI synergies. Featuring: - Prachi Vakh...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum In this episode, We unpack how DHS leaders move from compliance-heavy buying to outcome-based contracting that delivers speed, clarity, and measurable results. Coast Guard, TSA, and CBP share practical ways to define success, choose the right contract type, and adjust incentives without slowing the mission. Featuring: - Ju...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum In this episode, We map a practical path to outcome-based contracting that trades complexity for clarity and speed. We unpack modular awards, the skills procurement teams need, how reform opens new options, and how industry can help us rewire habits for better results. Featuring: - Julie Koo, Chief of the Contracting Offic...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum In this episode, we explore how the Coast Guard turned AI from promise to practice by embedding governance in architecture, treating data as a product, and keeping humans accountable at critical decisions. Real use cases in HR and audits show faster, fairer outcomes with measurable gains. Featuring: - CDR Jonathan White, C...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum In this episode we take you inside the shift from siloed spreadsheets to governed data products, and show how that foundation lets AI cut hours from planning and reporting without replacing human judgment. Along the way, we break down the hidden process gaps that look like “bad data,” the cultural resistance that slows...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum In this episode, we lay out a practical path to trusted AI in government: build a mission fabric that captures operational context, invest in shared data architecture, and measure decision quality through iterative delivery. We also tackle brittle models, multimodal sensing, and smarter procurement that values outcomes over...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum In this episode, We map how biometrics, mobile identity, and open architectures are reshaping travel from check-in to border crossing, and how partnerships prepare the system for the World Cup and beyond. CBP, TSA, and State share concrete steps toward faster, safer, and more predictable journeys. Featuring: - Ti...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum In this episode, We open the floor to audience questions and dig into how border security is changing, how TSA builds sustainable innovation, and why the future of identity blends biometrics with digital IDs. We close with practical changes travelers will see for the World Cup and Olympics. Featuring: - Tim Ahrens, Artifi...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum In this episode, We break down how CTMS streamlines cyber hiring while outlining what industry partnerships must deliver to move the mission faster. We dive into AI automation, mobile-first operations, user experience, and the metrics that matter for reinvestment and scale. Featuring: - Dustin Goetz, Chief Information Offi...