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Expedite Requirements by Unlocking Enterprise Architecture
Poorly written requirements stall projects and inflate technical debt. This article shows how Enterprise Architecture models—visual maps of systems, data flows, and dependencies—can supercharge requirement gathering. By making EA artifacts accessible to product teams, embedding them in SDLC and Agile pipelines, and asking seven CIO-level questions, organizations cut rework, speed decisions, and deliver value faster.

Ray Siguenza
Jun 184 min read
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$15B Later | Cool Pilots, Little Progress: Why Federal AI Still Doesn’t Work
Many federal AI efforts stall at the pilot phase—looking impressive but delivering little real-world impact. This article explores why that gap exists and how agencies can shift from flashy demos to outcome-driven automation that supports audit readiness, decision-making, and mission success.

James 'Jim' Eselgroth
May 204 min read
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Partners in Purpose: Our Servant Leadership Journey Advancing Federal Mission
In today's federal landscape, agencies need more than vendors—they need partners who understand that technology alone doesn't fulfill missions. Since 2011, we've built our company on a radical idea: leadership isn't about being in charge, but taking care of those in your charge. This servant leadership approach has transformed how we deliver solutions across 14 federal agencies and continues to guide our innovation journey.

Sharad Gumaste
Apr 234 min read
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From Workbench to Improved Outcomes: How Red Cedar Delivers Innovation
Discover how Red Cedar's newRoot Labs helps ideas move from spark to solution. Using the B.R.A.N.C.H. framework, we turn R&D into real-world results across delivery, operations, and new growth opportunities.

James 'Jim' Eselgroth
Apr 173 min read
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Beyond Digital: The Intelligent Transformation Journey
Beyond basic digital adoption lies intelligent transformation—a journey requiring vision and disciplined execution, particularly for government agencies under new efficiency mandates. Through composable architecture and decision intelligence, leaders can invest strategically in people, processes, and technology while divesting from outdated systems, positioning organizations to thrive amid accelerating technological change.

James 'Jim' Eselgroth
Apr 163 min read
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