The Federal RPA Community of Practice is behind much of the increase, despite RPA being but one type of automation.

The use cases are intended to help other agencies bolster their data workforces.

Agile methodologies should not only be used in software development but information technology procurement, finance, budgeting and hiring, according to Case Coleman.

The cloud business model would allow for continuous modernization of network infrastructure, rather than replacement of outdated technologies.

Jamie Holcombe also weighed in on difficulties adopting new technologies that aren't FedRAMP authorized.

Then the program can turn its attention to updating its old systems, said Director Stephanie Shutt.