Agenda

For government agencies, modernization is no longer a project with a finish line. By the time one system is upgraded, mission priorities, cybersecurity threats, workforce demands, and emerging technologies have already evolved again. The real challenge facing the government today is not simply replacing legacy infrastructure, but building organizations capable of continuously adapting while maintaining mission continuity at scale. Across government, leaders are balancing aging systems, operational risk, workforce transformation, and growing expectations for faster, more secure digital services. From modernizing air traffic control infrastructure to replacing decades-old financial and payment systems, agencies are rethinking modernization as an ongoing strategy focused on agility, resilience, and long-term mission readiness rather than a one-time transformation effort. In this discussion, NGFCW will bring together federal technology leaders to explore how agencies are balancing long-term transformation efforts with immediate mission demands, while building modernization strategies designed to evolve alongside rapidly changing operational environments.

To support the adoption and expansion of AI and other emerging technologies, agencies
need to consider a range of factors when developing their digital strategies. In this
session, Equinix will share insights gained from working with customers across the
federal government on digital infrastructure initiatives. The discussion will focus on key
considerations for mission success, including selecting the right platform for data
infrastructure, enabling secure access to digital ecosystems, evaluating vendor
commitment to sustainability, and ensuring infrastructure is scalable and meets data
privacy and governance requirements.

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As agencies work to modernize aging infrastructure, improve digital services, and strengthen cybersecurity, the Technology Modernization Fund has played a major role in accelerating transformation efforts across government. With new funding allocated in early 2026 and current funding authority set to sunset in September, the future of the TMF and federal modernization efforts remains a critical conversation. Over the past several years, the TMF has helped agencies tackle legacy system replacement, cybersecurity modernization, digital service delivery, and shared infrastructure initiatives, while reshaping how agencies approach modernization investment and accountability. This fireside conversation will look back at the impact the TMF has had across government, the lessons learned from modernization efforts, and where federal leaders see priorities heading next. The conversation will also explore how agencies are balancing speed, operational risk, measurable outcomes, and long-term sustainability as modernization demands continue to grow.

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Modernizing public sector IT infrastructure requires secure, interoperable data that enables agencies to collaborate more effectively, improve decision-making, and deliver better mission outcomes. Join us to learn more about:

• Breaking down data silos to enable secure, seamless information sharing across agencies.
• Building interoperable data ecosystems that improve collaboration, analytics, and mission performance.
• Join us to learn how federal leaders are advancing data interoperability to accelerate government modernization.

As federal agencies modernize public sector IT infrastructure, AI is becoming a catalyst for greater efficiency, innovation, and mission delivery, requiring leaders to balance adoption with security, governance, and scalable implementation. Join us to learn more about:

• Integrating AI into modernization strategies to improve mission outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Preparing infrastructure, data, and governance frameworks to support AI at scale.
• Overcoming implementation challenges while ensuring security, trust, and responsible AI adoption.