Track 3

If you’re struggling to implement technology business management (TBM) and FinOps in your government organization, this interactive breakout session can help. In a panel discussion followed by a Q&A, government experts will share their real-world experiences tackling common challenges including data silos, budget justification, aligning IT spend with agency mission, and more. Bring your questions and walk away with actionable advice and a network of peers addressing similar issues.

Government agencies are under increasing pressure to optimize IT spending, improve transparency, and quickly respond to oversight requests from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). By leveraging TBM data and platforms, agencies can move beyond reactive reporting to proactive financial management — identifying cost-saving opportunities, making data-driven decisions, and preparing reporting and data requests before DOGE asks the tough questions. This session will explore how federal organizations can harness TBM insights to anticipate DOGE demands, enhance financial accountability, and drive strategic IT investments.

To understand the complete financial picture of IT operations, agencies must go beyond simple cost tracking. This session will show how to determine and allocate fully burdened costs and how to evaluate the relationship between spending, services consumption, and value to the agency. Ultimately, agencies will be empowered to assess how IT spending correlates with innovation, whether in the early stages or fully matured.