Eric Velte, Chief Technology Officer at ASRC Federal on Fed Gov Today

Eric Velte, Chief Technology Officer at ASRC Federal, discusses the critical need for an AI-literate workforce in federal agencies. He outlines a three-part approach to achieve this: building foundational AI knowledge, upskilling technical employees, and collaborating with higher education institutions. Velte highlights the importance of ethical and responsible AI deployment, referencing President Biden’s executive order on safe AI use. He stresses the need for a balance between technological advancements and human accountability, advocating for the role of AI operators who are trained in both mission needs and AI technologies. Velte believes that partnering with industry leaders can help federal agencies develop a workforce capable of leveraging AI’s full potential while maintaining ethical standards.