Daniel Talbott

Access COTS software and services through the Texas DIR Cooperative Contract: https://go.cgi.com/4iInoiu Through the State of Texas DIR Cooperative Contract, we offer commercial off-the-shelf software and related services as part of DIR’s Cooperative Contracts Program. These solutions help public sector organizations streamline procurement, reduce complexity and access technology that supports operational needs. Learn more about the offerings available through this statewide contract. #CGIUS #WeAreCGI

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Exciting to see Oklahoma looking at innovative ways to improve parole and probation management. Our technology brings together decentralized biometrics, geolocation, and time-based logic to help the Department of Corrections modernize supervision, reduce fraud, and support parolees with smarter, more efficient tools. Pilots like this are about more than technology — they’re about building trust, accountability, and better outcomes for both agencies and the communities they serve. We’d welcome the chance to partner with Oklahoma DOC on this important step forward. 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eJrHRceU

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When I meet with SMB leaders across North Texas, one theme always comes up: they want partners who listen, not vendors who sell. That’s why I found Ep. 114 of Talk To Th3 Doc with Jose Duarte, CCIM so refreshing. The idea that “self-assessment is crucial for growth” isn’t just true in real estate—it’s true in IT partnerships too. Worth a listen if you’ve ever felt like service was treated as transactional. 📺 Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/gKiZWdmE #TalkToTh3Doc #BusinessDevelopment #DFWSMB #CustomerService #ConversationBeforeDecision

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Is your business "Safe Harbor" ready? In 2026, cybersecurity in Texas is not just a technical problem. It is a legal one. Under SB 2610, Texas businesses can limit their liability during a breach. However, this only applies if they have documented and recognized frameworks in place. The baseline of that protection is Multi-factor authentication (MFA). But here is the catch. Enabling MFA is not the same as implementing it correctly. If you are still relying on SMS codes or simple push notifications, you might be leaving a door open for MFA Fatigue attacks. I just published a deep dive on how to implement MFA that actually holds up under Texas regulatory scrutiny. We cover: ✅ How the 2025 Safe Harbor law impacts your liability. ✅ Why "Push Bombing" is the new favorite tool for attackers. ✅ The shift to Phishing-Resistant MFA and Number Matching. Read the full guide here: https://lnkd.in/ejfj8hXm #TexasBusiness #CyberSecurity #SB2610 #ZeroTrust #MFA

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“Companies without an efficient way to manage quoting will stay small forever.” - Matthew Sturdivant, President of AK Technologies As PSA’s 2024 Small Integrator of the Year and one of the Austin Business Journal’s Fast 50, AK Technologies knows a thing or two about growth. The numbers speak for themselves: 📈 35% average annual growth over the past three years 📈 50% increase in sales this year 📈 Revenue doubled in just two years Matt’s advice? Don’t let inefficiency hold you back. Read the full story → https://lnkd.in/eTckxSnv

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🔐 Secure Email for Texas Agencies, Now Available via DIR Email remains one of the most targeted attack vectors for public sector organizations. From phishing and spoofing to sensitive data exposure, the risks are real and growing. Tekgration proudly offers Trustifi Secure Email Solutions through the Texas DIR Cooperative Contracts, making it easier for state agencies, higher education, and local governments to strengthen email security without a lengthy procurement process. ✨ Why Trustifi? ✔️ Advanced phishing and impersonation protection ✔️ Automatic email encryption & secure message delivery ✔️ Compliance support for HIPAA, CJIS, FERPA, and more ✔️ Easy deployment—no end-user training required ✔️ Seamless integration with Microsoft 365 & Google Workspace 🛒 Why Buy Through DIR with Tekgration? ✔️ DIR-approved pricing ✔️ Streamlined procurement ✔️ HUB-certified, Texas-based partner ✔️ Local support and implementation guidance If your agency is looking to modernize email security while staying compliant and procurement-ready, Tekgration + Trustifi via DIR is a smart, secure path forward. 📩 Let’s talk about protecting your communications. https://lnkd.in/gffjAUQh #TexasDIR #CyberSecurity #EmailSecurity #Trustifi #TexasIT #SLED #GovernmentIT #HUBVendor #Tekgration

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HB Strategies Texas Principal Ky Ash is attending the 2025 Texas Digital Government Summit today in Austin alongside his client Brightspeed.   The summit brings together public sector leaders and technology professionals to address critical challenges in government operations, with focused discussions on cybersecurity, digital transformation, AI implementation, and data governance.   These conversations are essential as state and local governments work to modernize their systems and improve service delivery for constituents. We're pleased to support Brightspeed's participation in this important dialogue about the future of government technology. https://lnkd.in/gJsGnJrt #HBStrategies #TexasLobbyist

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