Paul Baltzell

AI adoption in state government is accelerating—but speed without strategy can lead to missteps. Guidehouse’s latest insights offer a clear roadmap for leaders to scale AI responsibly, align with mission-driven outcomes, and build citizen-centered impact. https://lnkd.in/dUtixFwD #ArtificialIntelligence #PublicSectorInnovation #GHTechGuide #AIinGovernment

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I’m looking forward to leading a breakout session on business continuity and disaster recovery. After guiding 30+ organizations through ransomware recovery and countless more through natural disaster situations, I’m going to share where even the best plans break down and how to be better prepared before they happen.

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Is your IT strategy actually driving business growth, or just keeping the lights on? Many SMBs in Columbus spend thousands each year on tech but still face slow systems, security gaps, and wasted budgets. The issue isn’t the tools, it’s the lack of the right consulting partner. In our latest blog, we break down how the right IT consulting in Columbus can align your technology with business goals, strengthen cybersecurity, and future-proof your operations. Learn how to choose a partner who’s more than a vendor, one who helps your business scale confidently. 👉 https://lnkd.in/ghpw9UVM

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Wisconsin agencies, local Governments and #HigherEDU institutions are invited to a Lunch & Learn with Unisys and AWS on November 6. Explore how managed cloud services can enhance efficiency, security and innovation, and hear real-world case studies from CSU and Wisconsin DOJ. Gain insights from David Casey, Wisconsin Department of Revenue Secretary, on how data and technology are transforming Public Sector operations: https://ow.ly/63Af30sQoLB

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I keep showing up to gatherings like AFCEA and AUSA where government and industry spend time in the same room, without a sales pitch setting the tone. These spaces help establish shared context. You hear how decisions land downstream. Responsibility becomes clearer before execution begins. Trust forms ahead of pressure. That work rarely shows up in slides or recaps. It’s built through conversation, over time, with people who stay engaged when the work gets harder.

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When your internal IT team is stretched thin, projects stall and risks grow. Many Southwest Missouri businesses are finding that co-managed IT bridges that gap — giving in-house teams extra capacity without losing control. With co-managed IT, your staff keeps their hands on the wheel while our specialists handle what slows them down: advanced cybersecurity, 24/7 monitoring, patching, and compliance planning. It’s a partnership model, not a takeover. For businesses in healthcare, legal, and manufacturing, this approach adds experienced eyes on every system — preventing burnout and helping meet complex regulations like HIPAA or PCI-DSS. And because we’ve been serving Springfield-area organizations for over 25 years, you get local expertise that understands both your network and your neighborhood. The result: fewer fires to fight, less stress for your IT staff, and a stronger, more secure foundation for growth. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gMGCwnJT #coManagedIT #managedit #cybersecurity #businesscontinuity #compliance #springfieldmo #acisitsolutions #sgf #sgfmo #showmespringfieldmo #springfieldmobusiness #springfieldmolocal #swmo #417land #417local #417smallbusiness #technicalsupport #itsupport

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