Category: Public Sector
Advancements in Computational Genomics Utilizing AWS Lambda with the Genomic Research Institute of Los Angeles
by Amazon VGT2 Las Vegas Blog Team on 26 SEP 2017 in Public Sector
As global initiatives such as personalized medicine and cancer research gain momentum, the role of genomics has become increasingly pivotal in contemporary medicine and biological sciences. Computational genomics focuses on the analysis of genomic data, which is rapidly expanding due to the swift advancements in next-generation sequencing technologies. The size of input data for individual samples can easily reach […]
AWS Region Set to Launch in the Middle East by Early 2019
by Amazon VGT2 Las Vegas Blog Team on 25 SEP 2017 in Public Sector
We are excited to share that AWS is establishing infrastructure in the Middle East, with a new AWS Region set to open by early 2019. Located in Bahrain, this region will initially feature three Availability Zones, empowering AWS customers and APN Partners to run their operations and store data efficiently […]
Reflecting on: A Better World – Summary of a Global Nonprofit Conference
by Amazon VGT2 Las Vegas Blog Team on 21 SEP 2017 in Nonprofit, Public Sector
Join us for the 2019 A Better World, A Global Nonprofit Conference, where we aim to further the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. This conference brought together more than 270 nonprofit leaders from around the world at the Amazon Meeting Center in Seattle for a unique opportunity to collaborate and share insights. For more details, check out this blog post.
Preparing Your University for NIST 800-171 Compliance
by Amazon VGT2 Las Vegas Blog Team on 19 SEP 2017 in Education, Public Sector
The deadline to implement the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-171 is rapidly approaching. Starting January 2018, failure to comply may result in loss of government funding that requires its adoption. NIST published Special Publication (SP) 800-171 in 2015, focusing on protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in non-federal information systems […]
Simplifying Cloud Procurement
by Amazon VGT2 Las Vegas Blog Team on 18 SEP 2017 in Government, Public Sector
Navigating the cloud procurement process can be overwhelming. However, AWS is here to assist. Our experts have guided many government IT leaders in determining the most effective acquisition strategies for their agencies. Watch our on-demand webinar, How to Buy: Cloud Procurement Made Easy, to learn how the cloud can mitigate upfront costs […]
Recap of the AWS Public Sector Summit – Las Vegas
by Amazon VGT2 Las Vegas Blog Team on 15 SEP 2017 in Education, Government, Nonprofit, Public Sector
We recently concluded the AWS Public Sector Summit in Las Vegas, where over 900 attendees engaged in workshops, roundtables, bootcamps, and breakout sessions. The keynote was delivered by Maria Robinson, Vice President of Worldwide Public Sector at AWS, who was joined by representatives from the city council and local agencies to discuss innovative solutions […]
Creating a Serverless Analytics Framework for Cleaner Urban Environments
by Amazon VGT2 Las Vegas Blog Team on 14 SEP 2017 in Government, Public Sector
Local governments frequently tackle air pollution challenges through the collection and analysis of air quality data. With AWS, municipalities can develop a serverless analytics framework using AWS Glue and AWS QuickSight, which enables efficient processing and analysis of extensive sensor data without the need for server management or virtual machines […]
Amazon Web Services Receives DoD Impact Level 5 Provisional Authorization
by Amazon VGT2 Las Vegas Blog Team on 12 SEP 2017 in Government, Public Sector
We are proud to announce that Amazon Web Services has achieved Provisional Authorization (PA) from the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) for Impact Level (IL) 5 workloads within the AWS GovCloud (US) Region. This development allows DoD customers and contractors to leverage AWS services while adhering to stringent security requirements […]
Key Trends in Education Across Canada
by Amazon VGT2 Las Vegas Blog Team on 11 SEP 2017 in Education, Public Sector
Since the AWS Canada (Central) Region’s launch in December 2016, educational institutions in Canada have harnessed the AWS Cloud to enhance teaching and learning, initiate student analytics projects, and improve IT operations. Notable trends observed include data residency, workforce development, and more. For further insights, refer to this authority on the topic which provides valuable resources for educational institutions.
Secure Network Connections: A Review of the US Trusted Internet Connections Program
by Amazon VGT2 Las Vegas Blog Team on 08 SEP 2017 in Government
Explore the first guide in the AWS Government Handbook Series: Secure Network Connections, which evaluates the US Trusted Internet Connections program. As a pioneering force, the U.S. Government has dedicated significant resources to establishing network perimeter security. However, while these measures have been effective in traditional IT settings, new challenges have emerged […]
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