The Indian American International Chamber of Commerce (IAICC) held an event titled “The Impact of AI on Federal Government Operations,” on March 27, 2025. The gathering, held at the Intelligent Office in Tysons Corner, brought together thought leaders, government officials, and industry trailblazers to examine, discuss, and showcase how artificial intelligence is reshaping the workings of the federal government.

Former Chief Technology Officer, US Office of Personnel Management, Al Himler, emphasized the need for AI systems to communicate seamlessly with one another while ensuring data collection remains intelligent and relevant. He highlighted the importance of obtaining accurate samples to achieve optimal solutions across federal and defense sectors, according to a statement from IAICC.

Director of Technology Industrial Base Assessment, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Bethany Harrington, delved into the perception of AI as either a tool or a teammate. She raised thought-provoking questions about accountability, stating that if AI is merely a tool, errors can be attributed to its design. However, according to Harrington, if AI is viewed as a teammate, the dynamics of responsibility change significantly.

Senior Advisor to the Chief Technology Officer, Central Intelligence Agency, Michelle Lewis, discussed the power of AI in automating processes to free analysts for higher-order strategic analysis. She emphasized AI’s ability to bridge analytical gaps where human intuition and traditional tools might fall short.

Managing Director and AI & Data Strategist at SAIC, Shweta Mulcare, reinforced the notion of AI as a teammate rather than a mere tool. She stressed that AI’s effectiveness is directly linked to clearly defined objectives, stating that well-structured AI systems can efficiently filter patterns and extract valuable insights in real time.

Director of Azure HPC + AI Solutions at Microsoft, Roy Varghese, addressed AI’s inherent biases and highlighted four foundational pillars for leveraging AI in business and government, enriching employee engagement, reinventing customer interactions, reshaping business processes, and driving innovation. He underscored the necessity for organizations to modernize legacy systems, integrating AI-driven applications like GitHub Copilot to accelerate software development.

Dheeraj Batra, who moderated the session stated, “AI might soon outsmart humans. If we were once at the top of the pyramid, we may not stay there much longer.”

Batra highlighted a staggering 6,500 per cent increase in the mention of “genAI” in corporate reports from 2018 to 2023, a number that speaks volumes about AI’s explosive growth and adoption.

This was more than a thought-sharing event—it was a call to action. The speakers didn’t just inform the audience; they inspired them to reimagine how AI can be leveraged for efficiency, security, and smarter governance. From optimizing federal workflows to catalyzing innovation in commercial sectors, the message was clear: AI is not an option; it’s a necessity, the statement added. 

IAICC expressed its gratitude to all its sponsors including Radiant, SAIC, Tal Team, Indersoft Technologies, and Ritinet Corp, noting their commitment to innovation and excellence continues to power meaningful conversations and real-world applications of cutting-edge technology.

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