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Federal Leaders Unite at Scaled Agile's SAFe® & AI Day Government

On June 18, 2026, the Gaylord National Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland, buzzed with discussions, ideas, and actionable strategies as Scaled Agile, Inc. (SAI) hosted the SAFe® & AI Day Government. This event was pivotal in assembling government agency leaders, policymakers, and Agile experts to propel the responsible integration of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) alongside artificial intelligence (AI) across various federal domains.

The urgency of digital modernization in federal agencies has never been more pronounced. With increasing scrutiny to deploy AI effectively and at scale, many organizations find themselves caught in the tension between initial AI experiments and achieving mission-critical results. The SAFe® & AI Day Government aimed to equip these officials with precise frameworks and community support to facilitate this transformation.

Keynote Insights and Expert Guidance

Prominent speakers included:

• - Timothy M. Argabrite, Assistant Section Chief, NTOS, Federal Bureau of Investigation
• - April Davis, Ph.D., Director, U.S. Office of Personnel Management
• - Suzette Johnson, NDIA Fellow, Northrop Grumman
• - Carlos Paz Jr., Chief of Staff for Rep. Jimmy Gomez, U.S. House of Representatives

Their insights underscored the urgent needs of adapting to the digital landscape. Attendees left empowered, armed with knowledge and real-world case studies to bridge the divide between detached AI pilots and comprehensive, transformative initiatives.

Focus on AI Fluency and Responsible Implementation

A highlight of the day was the programming offered from the AI-Native Foundations course. This hands-on initiative was designed to bolster AI fluency among government teams, fostering an operational model that balances rapid development with accountability. As organizations attempt to navigate the complexities of deploying AI into their workflow, the need for structured support is paramount. This course sought to deliver measurable outcomes aligned with mission goals through AI applications.

Andrew Sales, the chief methodologist at Scaled Agile, distilling the collective session takeaways, remarked, "Most organizations aren't struggling to start with AI; in fact, they are grappling with scaling it to realize significant ROI. The SAFe® & AI Day Government event provided essential methodologies and frameworks to convert fragmented AI efforts into a unified organizational impact."

With an impressive track record, Scaled Agile has educated over 2 million professionals across more than 60 countries, collaborating with over 20,000 enterprises and government agencies. The expertise gleaned from this extensive experience positions SAFe as the go-to operational model for federal departments and complex defense organizations, fortifying their digital transformations.

Conclusion

The SAFe® & AI Day Government is more than a mere conference; it’s a launching pad for enhancing AI integration among federal entities. With its focused agenda, it fosters vital connections, catalyzing collaborative efforts that promote sustainable, effective, and responsible AI applications in the public sector. As a response to today's digital challenges, such initiatives affirm the commitment towards an agile, innovative future for government operations.

For more information about Scaled Agile and their initiatives, visit scaledagile.com.