This insightful discussion will explore the fundamental changes and drivers influencing the future of the health workforce over the next 5 years. Discover the initiatives and investments that federal health agencies are rolling out to support, strengthen, and grow the workforce, including innovative approaches to recruitment, retention, training, and mental well-being. Learn about the evolving roles and skills that will be needed by practitioners due to increasing use of new technology. Speakers will discuss the role of health equity in hiring and the role that industry can play in supporting workforce issues.

This session will delve into how federal health agencies are developing strategies and plans for responsible use of AI technologies. Speakers will discuss how agencies are ensuring transparency, accountability, and avoiding bias. Industry will learn each agency’s implementation roadmap, operating principles, governance standards, and due diligence processes, including the requirements for industry to follow as they develop this technology. Uncover current AI use cases within health agencies and the difference between their aspirational goals and resource realities. Don't miss this opportunity to stay at the forefront of AI innovation in healthcare.

This session will dive into current procurement trends, practices, and the policies shaping the landscape for federal health contractors. Government speakers will discuss several current hot topics, including health equity evaluation in proposals; responsible AI use in proposals; innovative evaluation techniques; teaming commitments as part of CPARS training; planned improvements to forecasts; market research follow up with industry; and strategies for addressing price realism with incumbent contractors. They will also provide insights into navigating mandatory GSA vehicles and waivers. Don't miss the opportunity to learn about upcoming contracting opportunities and stay abreast of procurement dynamics in the fedhealth sector.