Government Accountability Office
Technology Modernization Fund: Although Planned Amounts Are Substantial, Projects Have Thus Far Achieved Minimal Savings (Government Accountability Office)
Submitted by zwalker@benton.org on Wed, 12/13/2023 - 16:07Information Technology: Federal Agencies Are Making Progress in Implementing GAO Recommendations (Government Accountability Office)
Submitted by zwalker@benton.org on Tue, 12/12/2023 - 15:58
Artificial Intelligence: Agencies Have Begun Implementation but Need to Complete Key Requirements
While there are varying definitions of AI, they generally refer to computing systems that “learn” how to improve their performance. AI has the potential to rapidly change the world and holds substantial promise for improving government operations. However, AI poses risks that can negatively impact individuals, groups, organizations, communities, and society.
Middle-Mile Grant Program Lacked Timely Performance Goals and Targeted Measures
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) conducted case studies in three states and interviewed middle-mile operators, last-mile providers, and state officials. GAO also interviewed federal agency officials, academics, and industry participants. GAO assessed the National Telecommunications and Information Administration's NTIA middle mile program documentation against recommended practices related to grants management, duplication, and performance management.
Tracking Earmarks from the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 (Government Accountability Office)
Submitted by dclay@benton.org on Thu, 09/28/2023 - 13:11Cybersecurity Program Audit Guide (Government Accountability Office)
Submitted by dclay@benton.org on Thu, 09/28/2023 - 13:11
Broadband Speed: FCC Should Improve Its Communication of Advanced Telecommunications Capability Assessments
The Federal Communications Commission is required by statute to assess the deployment of broadband across the US. Although not explicitly required to do so, FCC uses its discretion to set a minimum fixed broadband speed that it uses as a benchmark.
Cybersecurity High-Risk Series: Challenges in Protecting Privacy and Sensitive Data
Federal systems are vulnerable to cyberattacks. The GAO has made 236 recommendations in public reports since 2010 with respect to protecting cyber critical infrastructure. Until these are fully implemented, federal agencies will be more limited in their ability to protect private and sensitive data entrusted to them. In September 2022, GAO's review of 24 agencies found that most had generally established policies and procedures for key privacy program activities.