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Eisenhower Commanding General wraps up TechNet

The 11th annual TechNet, a three-day event sponsored by AFCEA (Armed Forces Communications & Electronics Association), has concluded in Garden City. TechNet is one of the largest non-sporting events held in Augusta. Destination Augusta estimates 6,000 people attend the conference. It translates to a roughly $6 million economic impact. Among the final events was a media roundtable with MG Ryan Janovic, commander of the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence. He was joined by CW5 Brian Matthews from the U.S. Army Cyber School, CW5 Chris Westbrook from the U.S. Army

Dana Lynn McIntyre August 26, 2024 No Comments

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Biz Bits: CSRA is Cyber Capitol of the World

A pair of retailers are planning to call Augusta/Aiken home. Plus, a nearly $6 million conference wraps in downtown Augusta. Mike Petchenik has more in this week’s Biz Bits.

Mike Petchenik August 25, 2024 No Comments

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Thousands attend 11th annual TechNet Augusta

TechNet Augusta 2024 is a three-day event that kicked off on August 19. Activities are held at the Marriott Augusta, the Augusta Convention Center, and the Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center. According to a news release from Destination Augusta, the 2023 conference brought almost 6,000 attendees, with more than half coming from outside Georgia and South Carolina. It translated to a $5.4 million economic impact last year. “Since 2013, Augusta has been proud to host this esteemed event, which brings together some of the brightest minds in technology, defense,

Dana Lynn McIntyre August 20, 2024 No Comments

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Meet the $2 million robot and the CSRA surgeons who use it

Aiken Regional Medical Centers is inviting the community for an up-close look and a chance to test drive their da Vinci Xi® Robotic Surgical System. A team of surgeons will also be on hand to answer questions about procedures used with the robot and the benefits of robotic surgery. The event will be held today, August 15, from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. in Aiken Regional’s main lobby, at 302 University Parkway in Aiken. “The da Vinci Xi® Robot has taken minimally invasive surgery to a new cutting edge,” says Lorenzo Sampson,

Mitzi Oxford August 14, 2024 No Comments

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Biz Bits: Medical AI partnership

AI seems to be everywhere. Most recently, CSRA clinics have embraced the technology to pinpoint high-risk patients. Mike Petchenik has the latest on that story, plus the benefits of a new CSRA business focusing on flexology.

Mike Petchenik August 11, 2024 No Comments

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AI company partners with CSRA clinics

Artificial Intelligence is being utilized in almost every industry with banking, data-based and technical services, and manufacturing and assembly-line companies at the top of the list. The medical field is coming on strong as AI tools help doctors pinpoint high-risk patients. Innovative Renal Care operates more than 230 clinics in 25 states, including South Augusta Dialysis Clinic and North Augusta Dialysis Center. The company has partnered with DeLorean AI with the goal of helping assist with screenings, keeping patients healthier, and prolonging life expectancy. Severence MacLaughlin founded DeLorean AI five

Mitzi Oxford August 6, 2024 No Comments

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Coach K Inspires the CSRA

Leadership comes in all shapes and sizes. One of the best leaders ever is former Duke Coach K! He’s a headliner for this year’s Global Summit simulcast across the world, including in the CSRA. Mike Petchenik has that and more in this week’s Biz Bits.

Mike Petchenik August 4, 2024 No Comments

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Biz Bits: CSRA crowd strike concerns

So, what were the impacts of that Microsoft-led Crowdstrike? In today’s weekly Biz Bits, Mike Petchenik looks at a local airport, transportation service and gets the final word from Cross Link Consulting’s Patrick Reynolds.

Mike Petchenik July 28, 2024 No Comments

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CSRA impacts from global Microsoft outage

Six days later and some CSRA travelers are still reeling from a global computer outage that began Friday morning, July 19. On that day, Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) announced delays from American Airlines and cancellations for Delta flights. At issue was the fact that Atlanta is the Delta hub. With the exception of AGS direct flights to Charlotte, Dallas, and Washington, DC, the bulk of Augusta flights, with Delta as the carrier, land in Atlanta and depart to cities across the country and around the world. Tabitha Butler, owner of

Mitzi Oxford July 24, 2024 No Comments

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Teaching the pros and cons of AI

People who can help educate on the pros and cons of artificial intelligence have the opportunity to hone their skills. The Augusta University Center for Writing Excellence (CWE) is offering a series of workshops to faculty and staff so they will better understand the growing field. “This is part of a certificate program for the Office of Institutional Access, Success and Belonging,” Dr. James Garner, CWE Associate Director Center, explained for ABD. “For this certificate program, workshops that help them learn about what it means to create access, success, and

Dana Lynn McIntyre July 23, 2024 No Comments

Eisenhower Commanding General wraps up TechNet

Biz Bits: CSRA is Cyber Capitol of the World

Thousands attend 11th annual TechNet Augusta

Meet the $2 million robot and the CSRA surgeons who use it

Biz Bits: Medical AI partnership

AI company partners with CSRA clinics

Coach K Inspires the CSRA

Biz Bits: CSRA crowd strike concerns

CSRA impacts from global Microsoft outage

Teaching the pros and cons of AI

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