Blockchain

ACT-IAC is actively engaged with the assessment and evaluation of the Blockchain technology – a transparent, trusted, publicly accessible ledger that allows for secure transfers of encrypted information.  Through our Emerging Technology Community of Interest (COI), Blockchain events, and the Institute of Innovation, ACT-IAC is becoming the collective point of knowledge for this distributed database. 

Current and Upcoming Projects and events

  • Use of Blockchain in Federal Acquisitions

Resources

    Projects

    ACT-IAC Papers

    Additional Resources

    Emerging Technologies and Acquisition: How Blockchain, RPA, Data Analytics, and AI are Enabling Federal Procurement Transformation

    ACT-IAC White Paper: Emerging Technologies and Acquisition: How Blockchain, RPA, Data Analytics, and AI are Enabling Federal Procurement Transformation
    Developed by the Emerging Technology Community of Interest and the Acquisition Community of Interest
    Released: April 26, 2021

    ACT-IAC Strategy - 2021-2023

    The Executive Committees of ACT and IAC, joined by members of the ACT-IAC professional staff, gathered together to: (1) identify key topics and issues that government will need to address in the years ahead, and (2) then develop a set of top goals for ACT-IAC to pursue for the next three years—2021-2023. This work began with a conversation about our purpose and value proposition, recognized the strengths that have sustained us for over 40 years and the new world that we will face in the years ahead.

    For HHS, blockchain means faster ID management and safer mangoes

    “I can assure you we’re not chasing blockchain technology just because it’s cool, it’s in the news and it makes stock prices go up. But I do believe it’s a good solution for the future. This is why I’ve been pursuing this holy grail of trying to create a digital food system and greater traceability and transparency,” Yiannas said Wednesday at the American Council for Technology and Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC)’s emerging tech conference.

    ACT-IAC Recognizes Emerging Technology COI Leaders

    At the Imagine Nation ELC 2018 conference in Philadelphia, ACT-IAC recognized the following Emerging Technology COI leaders for their efforts.

    ACT-IAC Education Award – Industry

    Recognizes an individual or team from government or industry who has made significant contributions in educating, sharing knowledge, and bringing awareness towards a more effective and efficient government