Insights
Will Higher Education Harness the Opportunity of AI?
<p>AI is transforming higher education—bringing new opportunities for learning and research, but also new risks around security, privacy, and ethics. Schools that act now can protect data, prepare students for AI-driven careers, and strengthen enrollment.</p> <p>Download the spotlight to see how higher education can securely harness AI to prepare students for the future.</p>
Cloudflare for Higher Education
<p>Students expect seamless digital experiences, but rising cyber threats and outdated systems make that harder to deliver. Cloudflare helps education institutions modernize securely with Zero Trust frameworks, resilient networks, and AI-ready infrastructure—protecting data while empowering learning.</p> <p>See how Cloudflare enables secure, reliable education services—download the solution brief today.</p>
How to Meet the Next Wave of Students’ Demands
<p>AI is reshaping education, from chatbots to research tools—but it also raises risks. By adopting zero-trust security, strong data governance, and proactive defenses, colleges and universities can protect sensitive data while unlocking AI-driven innovation.</p> <p>Read the playbook to see how EDU leaders can embrace AI securely.</p> <p></p>
A government research laboratory uses Cloudflareʼs security solutions to detect and block 40% of unwanted traffic at the edge
<p>Federal research labs and agencies often face unseen threats that silently consume resources and inflate infrastructure costs. One government lab uncovered that nearly 40% of its traffic was malicious bots and unwanted requests. By deploying Cloudflare’s DNS, DDoS protection, and bot management, the lab reduced harmful traffic, improved visibility, and avoided costly upgrades—ensuring resources serve missions, not attackers. </p> <p>Uncover hidden threats—read the case study now.</p>
The State of IT in the Public Sector
<p><strong>Discover the state of IT in the public sector.</strong></p> <p>See what IT leaders in the public sector say are the biggest issues they’re facing.</p> <p>We surveyed 4,000+ IT leaders worldwide to uncover the trends, priorities, and challenges shaping the public sector IT landscape.</p> <p>Download the report to uncover:</p> <ul> <li>What’s top of mind for government IT</li> <li>Trends in AI adoption and innovation</li> <li>Steps for reinforcing security and privacy in the age of AI</li> <li>The strategic evolution of agents in public sector IT</li> </ul>
Solve Today’s Top Public Sector Challenges
<p>INSIGHTS FROM BLACKWOOD AND SPLUNK</p> <p>When it comes to being future-ready in the public sector, the goalposts are always moving.</p> <p>As agencies strive to improve the way they serve citizens, they face a complex array of challenges. Security threats are intensifying, and evolving regulatory requirements have raised the stakes for compliance. Agencies are also managing growing volumes of data stored in various formats and systems — including legacy platforms that are difficult to integrate.</p>
Scaling AI’s Impact in State and Local Government
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Mapping What Matters: Powering Public Safety and Citizen Experience with Geospatial
<p data-end="659" data-start="56">Geospatial data is now mission-critical for state and local governments, supporting wildfire response, transportation planning, and resilient infrastructure. Yet adoption often stalls at pilot projects, leaving agencies unprepared for rising demands, frequent natural disasters, and global events like the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics. Citizens expect fast, transparent services, and governments will be judged on how they respond. This paper uses new survey data and real-world examples to highlight current gaps and outline proven strategies for scaling geospatial into an enterprise capability.</p>
At the Edge of Exposure: Rethinking Endpoint Security Across Federal Agencies
<p>Federal agencies across civilian, defense, and financial sectors face growing risks at the endpoint—from nation-state actors to ransomware groups. While adoption of endpoint tools is nearly universal, most leaders report usability gaps that slow response and create mission risk. To stay ahead, agencies need adaptive, mission-aligned solutions that simplify patching, reduce complexity, and deliver actionable insights across every device and environment.</p> <p>Download the white paper to see how federal leaders are rethinking endpoint security to safeguard missions at the edge.</p>
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Cutting cost and building trust: A new AI playbook for the public sector
<p>Discover how public-sector leaders can cut costs without eroding trust. This guide explains why many AI pilots stall, outlines a layered safety approach to de-risk innovation, and showcases real results—from 90-second handle-time reductions and 24% IVA containment to faster FEMA aid. You’ll get practical calculators, tech tips, and a roadmap across data foundations, virtual agents, and managed services to scale mission impact.</p>
The Future of Government Work is Here
<p>Government work is evolving, but legacy systems have not kept up. Today’s public sector teams are expected to deliver services faster, collaborate across silos, and respond to citizen needs in real time. But many agencies remain anchored to aging systems that limit innovation, stretch resources, and delay impact.</p> <p>Legacy infrastructure transforms from a technical challenge into a direct barrier to mission success. Routine patching, upgrade cycles, and siloed data take time and energy away from serving citizens.</p> <p>Cloud offers a path forward, and Atlassian Government Cloud brings federal teams a secure, compliant option designed to support their missions.</p> <ul> </ul>
One platform, many missions
<p>Federal health agencies are under mounting pressure to improve outcomes while managing tight budgets and siloed systems. In many cases, organizations have responded with quick fixes: adding new tools, launching dashboards, and seeking greater visibility. Yet rather than solve core challenges, these efforts often increase complexity.</p> <p>Download this guide to learn how a unified platform helps reduce duplication, streamline compliance, and strengthen fraud detection, enabling agencies to advance their mission more effectively.</p>
