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Advancing Trustworthy AI/ML: Profile-based Synthetic Data Generation

Demand for artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions continues to surge. At the same time, agencies must secure private and confidential data. Synthetic data creation helps protect data while meeting the demand for AI/ML. However, traditional rule-based or statistical approaches offer limited control, lack realism, and may perpetuate bias.

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The Importance of a Center of Excellence for Government Agencies

by Venkat Kodumudi, Chief Technology Officer In recent years, there has been an increased focus on the role of data and analytics in government. As the use of technology has become more ubiquitous, the need for agencies to establish a Center of Excellence (CoE) has become more apparent. A CoE is a cross-functional team that […]

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Put Your AI on a Data Diet

Improving Privacy and Security through Data Minimization by, Vishal Deshpande, Chief Data Analytics Officer One of the biggest challenges associated with AI algorithms is the idea that they require vast amounts of data. While data is essential for development, it presents several challenges, particularly in the areas of: Data privacy—Collecting massive amounts of data raises […]

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Unissant Bolsters Leadership for Strategic Growth, Welcomes Hitesh Vashistha

Unissant Inc. (Unissant) today announced that Hitesh “Tesh” Vashistha has joined the company as Chief Growth Officer (CGO). Vashistha’s addition reflects Unissant’s continued growth trajectory as it expands work supporting federal national security and healthcare missions.

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Is Your AI Algorithm Big Game Ready?

by, Venkat Kodumudi, Chief Technology Officer Fall is synonymous with football. The roar of the crowd, the crunch of cleats on the turf, the whistle of the referee—it’s a cacophony of athleticism and excitement. Ever-focused on the sidelines—the head coach, meticulously analyzing player strengths and weaknesses, evaluating opponent strategies, and making decisions on the fly. […]

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Building a Secure and Efficient Foundation: Infrastructure Automation

Mature infrastructure automation serves as an enterprise enabler, empowering agencies to manage complex configurations and processes with precision and efficiency. Infrastructure automation unlocks opportunities for streamlined workflows, accelerated deployments, and optimized resource utilization.

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Will Gen AI REALLY make my job easier?

by Dr. Julie DeSot, Program Manager In the age of TikTok dance crazes and meme-able moments, marketers revel in viral sensations that sweep the globe. Over the decades, we've seen several marketing campaigns gain virality, from Wendy’s “Where’s the Beef,” to Nike’s “Just Do It,” and Staples’ “Easy” button. With all the hype around Generative […]

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Explaining Explainability: Feeding your hunger for responsible AI

Imagine a doctor who gives you a diagnosis but can't explain how they reached that conclusion. Doesn’t instill a lot of confidence, right? That's how some AI systems operate: their inner working are mysterious, and it’s hard to pinpoint why they make a specific prediction. In the federal government, that lack of transparency is problematic. […]

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How AI Works: the Belly and the Brain

The world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) can feel like a complex maze of technical jargon and specialized terms. Concepts like "deep learning" and "neural networks" get tossed around in conversation. “AI,” “ML,” “LLM,” “GenAI” – it’s a veritable acronym soup that can leave many federal professionals wondering, what does it all mean? Truth is, understanding […]

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Bob Deegan joins as CFO

Unissant Inc. (Unissant) today announced the addition of Robert “Bob” Deegan to the leadership team in the role of Chief Financial Officer. Deegan will report to newly appointed President and CEO Sumeet Shrivastava. Deegan and Shrivastava worked together for 13 years at GovCon leader ARRAY.

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Unissant Announces President/CEO Transition

Unissant Inc. (Unissant) today announced that Sumeet Shrivastava has taken the helm as the company’s President and Chief Executive Officer. After 16 years as CEO, Founder Manish Malhotra transitions to a new role as Chief Strategy Officer while remaining Unissant Board Chairman.

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Cloud Cost Control in the Era of Microservices Platforms

by Sreeram Kombam, Principal - Infrastructure Automation Six strategies for encouraging sound cloud cost management in federal contracts Government agencies are increasingly adopting cloud technologies to enhance efficiency, scalability, and service delivery. However, managing cloud costs remains a challenge. Unchecked expenses can quickly spiral out of control, impacting budgets and project viability. As agencies move […]

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Securing Enterprise Software Where Development Starts: Unissant’s integrated Vulnerability Assessment (iVA)

Federal applications empower the business of government. These applications, whether developed in-house or procured from commercial vendors to be configured or customized, incorporate code from diverse sources. Code often includes third-party open-source libraries which, while valuable, can introduce vulnerabilities.

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Stop Keeping the Lights On, Start Launching Rockets: Innovation in IT O&M

by Dr. Julie DeSot, Program Manager In today's rapidly evolving mission and technological landscape, federal agencies face a constant challenge: balancing the need for reliable, secure IT operations with the desire to innovate and deliver next-generation services. Often, the burden of maintaining legacy systems can overshadow the potential of advanced features and emerging technologies. However, […]