Barbara Humpton

It's a great comfort to know that professionals like Brenton Manweiler are leading our Systems Engineering and Digital Transformation organization, providing innovative and comprehensive support to our customers. I'd suggest giving it a read to anyone looking for clarity on what SE and MBSE is and isn't, especially as applied to capital projects. #systemsengineering #MBSE #Nuclear

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In the innovation world, understanding disruptive technology is crucial. Scott D. Anthony's analysis of the transistor offers valuable lessons for today's innovators and leaders. Key Takeaways: 1. Disruptive Innovation Defined: ? Beyond "radical change" ? Simplifies and makes affordable ? Often captured by new entrants 2. The "Perfectly Imperfect" Start: ? Begins in niche markets ? Initial imperfections can be advantages 3. Transistor Case Study: ? Unexpected success in hearing aids ? Expanded to revolutionize electronics 4. Characteristics: ? Start in overlooked markets ? Improve to broaden appeal ? Challenge existing business models 5. Evaluating Potential: ? Look for "perfectly imperfect" applications ? Consider evolution and expansion ? Assess market potential This highlights the importance of seeing beyond initial imperfections, considering unconventional applications, and unexpected market opportunities in potentially disruptive technologies. #DisruptiveInnovation #TechnologyAdoption #BusinessStrategy #InnovationManagement

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Tech companies are eyeing a strategic move towards America's nuclear-power plants for electricity supplies as they gear up to meet the demands of the artificial-intelligence boom. Approximately one-third of U.S. nuclear power plant owners are currently in discussions with tech companies to power new data centers. #TechIndustry #NuclearPower #DataCenters #AIBoom

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The United States Department of Defense (DOD) has established climate change as a #NationalSecurity priority. ?? But, the DoD itself consumes more energy than any other federal agency. Black & Veatch's new eBook is here to help installation energy managers, #Government and industries plan to achieve #GreenhouseGasEmissions reductions. Check it out. ?

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Here's a summary of some of my "oh wow" ?? moments from TechConnect World Innovation Conference & Expo last week. It was about government contracting -- especially SBIR/STTR programs, -- + I took 1 of the associated class tracks ????? on Phase I, Phase II, and accounting. 1. Raphael Roettgen, CFA of E2MC Ventures explained some stuff can only be manufactured in space ??, and even HUMAN ORGAN ??creation can be "easier" up there. Wt-... 2. I hoped to meet government reps with insight ?? on what new tech would be handy for different agencies. BUT - only the folks who look over the contracts ?? themselves were there. Got some Q's answered on proposals, though! 3. ATI | Advanced Technology International was there and a rep told me that in some of their many consortiums for government contractors, those gov't reps with insight into agency pain points *DO* show up at gatherings ?????????????♂????♀?, but I'll try to find out first-hand if that is true. 4. Jerry Hollister of BBC Entrepreneurial Training & Consulting discussed what it takes to win a Phase II award in his class. It included a really interesting side-note ?? on a trend in the quality of proposals being much lower for ones submitted last minute ?? vs 1-2 days beforehand. (Yea! I submitted mine 2 days prior.) -----> you can get help from him with proposal-writing here: https://bbcetc.com/ 5. Ed Jameson of Jameson & Company CPAs in his class on accounting for SBIR/STTR stuff: ??a.) confirmed my fears that I now have to write down all the near-infinite hours I spend on unpaid work for my business. ?? ??b.) birthed new fears when he mentioned ways you can INADVERTENTLY commit fraud. ?????Oh how fun! ------> For help getting your accounting system ready for the **Very Different** needs of government contracting, their site: https://lnkd.in/gdys4mW7 6. Every agency does things totally differently and has different rules. BONUS: one rep said there is info out there for how to submit proposals at her agency that CONTRADICTS EACH OTHER ?????? so heeyooo watch out! #sbir #sttr #governmentcontracting #techconnect #techconnectworld

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As I sit here on the campus of the Griffiss Business and Technology Park in Rome, NY I can’t help but have flashbacks of my childhood. Growing up, this was Griffis Air Force Base — home to a major piece of the US nuclear deterrence triad, a B-52 Wing. Growing up less than 10 miles from the base I remember watching those massive planes flying overhead, casting shadows the size of city blocks over backyards and school playgrounds. A reminder of the critical role that our region was playing in keeping America safe. When the base shut down in the mid 90s, the region lost a great deal — an economic anchor, jobs for people and families, a sense of pride. We lost a part of our mission. Here I sit, nearly 30 years removed from that moment, and things have come full circle. Today we celebrate and strategize the resurgence of our region’s Defense industry and focus on how to translate growth in this sector in to leading edge innovation and high-quality jobs for our residents. These investments by the DoD, along with major investments by the Commerce Department through the CHIPS and Science Act for Micron Technology and GlobalFoundries and the SMART-I Corridor Tech Hub in Semi-conductor manufacturing, our region is once again at the leading edge. We have reclaimed something critical — our mission. Upstate New York matters again, both to America’s economic competitiveness but also to our national security. That is something we should all be proud of. ???????? CenterState CEO NYSTAR, Division of Science, Technology & Innovation FuzeHub Syracuse University Griffiss Institute

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Meeting with small businesses on the ground, there are often questions regarding cybersecurity within governmental contracting and funding.?? Please check out the announcement below, detailing the Department of Defense Office of Strategic Capital's Announcement of Funding for Cybersecurity and other Defense Technology. What:?On September 30, 2024, the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)?announced the availability of $984 million in loans?to help American businesses scale production in technologies identified as promising critical technologies and assets in the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024. Most notably, this includes technologies related to cybersecurity. The notice of funding availability, published in the Federal Register on September 27, 2024, provides instructions for companies who wish to apply for some of this money. Eligibility and selection criteria for investments include (but are not limited to): *Compliance with the law. *The extent to which an investment supports U.S. national security or economic interests. *The impact that direct loans would have on an applicant's project or transaction. *The creditworthiness of DOD's investment. The application must be submitted in two parts. Part 1 may be submitted from January 2, 2025, through February 3, 2025. Following the review, the Office of Strategic Capital will invite selected applicants to the second review stage. Why:?These funds are targeted toward all businesses seeking assistance in commercializing or scaling technology production for the Department of Defense. Because this includes cybersecurity, it is particularly interesting to small businesses working with the Department of Defense as contractors or subcontractors.? Action:?Interested businesses should?read the Federal Register notice?online and prepare applications: https://lnkd.in/g3D8KZKJ. Applications are due January 2, 2025.?Submission is done via the OSC website. Advocacy contact: Send an email to Major Clark [email protected]. If you're interested in learning more or meeting with Major Clark to share additional input or concerns, please reach out to me ASAP!?

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Not just the #EV supply chain… across #Indiana and the U.S., the DOE Manufacturing & Energy Supply Chains Office (MESC) seeks guidance from states on bolstering manufacturing capabilities.

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When it comes to missions of consequence, we need to leverage the nation's full breadth of talent. The ACCESS Act will enhance the United States' competitive edge against our adversaries. This legislation enables the government to leverage people from nontraditional backgrounds to face the evolving challenges of national security. The prioritization of mission-critical skills over degrees creates a new pipeline of cyber and tech professionals that will help our customers keep pace today and meet the threats of tomorrow.? https://lnkd.in/ey58bd5U

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Is the #DoD leveraging enough for space dominance? C4ISRNET emphasizes the need for stronger collaboration in space strategy and how industry solutions could be key to protecting assets and countering threats. Read more here: https://carah.io/f06ad49

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Belcan continues to lead the way in critical areas

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#ModernCEO gets gritty! For this week's newsletter, I spoke with Toni Townes-Whitley, CEO of SAIC about "gritty tech," which describes what SAIC does but also encapsulates the company's agile, get-it-done approach to tech. At a time when leaders need to communicate purpose to employees and prospects, Townes-Whitley offers a case study in how to get your team engaged. Please check out this week's #modernCEO and let us know how you communicate #purpose. https://lnkd.in/eRP2sz93

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Check out this article in Military Embedded Systems! Chief Engineer Katie Fisher and Director of Logistics Programs Andrew Bice from Strategic Technology Consulting, an Arcfield Company explore how technologies like #AI, predictive analytics, and digital twins are driving smarter lifecycle management to mitigate disruptions and sustain mission readiness. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/485tHHH #STC

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Spotlight on our incredible customers and partners! ?? The @USPTO and @Accenture Federal Services are featured in this @FedScoop article, demonstrating how AI is transforming government processes. They're using Google Cloud's AI and Google Search innovations to: - Streamline patent reviews: AI uncovers insights and boosts efficiency, saving time and resources. - Drive innovation: This highlights the potential for AI to solve complex challenges across the public sector. Proud to see the positive impact our customers and partners are making! #googleforgov

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Come see us at the SIA Government Summit (Main Auditorium of the National Housing Center) in DC next week! We will be discussing the path forward to modernization, proliferation of OT/IoT devices in the security space, and the convergence of technologies in an interconnected world. We are honored to have distinguished members of the Federal community on the panel, contributing their experiences and views on a range of topics resonating in the field of physical security today. Hope to see you there! #physicalsecurity, #homelandsecurity, #departmentofdefense, #accesscontrol, #CCTV,

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Automated vehicles have the potential to save lives. We need good data and good systems to make our roads safer. Florida Automated Vehicles (FAV) Summit is bringing together some great leaders for important discussions.

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In this article, SolarWinds GVP of Engineering Krishna Sai explores how AI, ML, and observability can help SOCOM and other DoD agencies achieve a multi-domain infrastructure that is interoperable, dependable, transparent, secure, and high performing. Read more in C4ISRNET here: https://bit.ly/3VZypTk

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The budget proposal for 2025 by the United States Department of Defense highlights their focus on technology investment, specifically in fields such as artificial intelligence, space surveillance, and cybersecurity. This funding is aimed at further improving and modernizing defense capabilities to address evolving threats and challenges. #Defense #DefenseTech

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