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On-Demand Webcast: Unlocking the Power of AI in Government
A Conversation with Microsoft's Vidhu Shekhar
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- 0:00 - Introduction & Housekeeping
- 01:48 - Conversation with Vidhu Shekhar
- 39:01 - Closing & Next Steps
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About the Session
Join us an on-demand, exclusive conversation with Vidhu Shekhar, Government Strategy Leader at Microsoft, as he shares how AI is transforming state and local governments by improving service delivery, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving innovation. Vidhu will dive deep into how Microsoft’s cutting-edge generative AI solutions—such as Copilot Studio, Azure OpenAI, and the soon-to-be-released Microsoft 365 Copilot—are helping governments better serve their communities.
In this engaging discussion, Vidhu covers:
Available and Upcoming Microsoft AI Tools: Explore the AI tools already accessible to state and local governments in the Government Community Cloud (GCC), including Azure OpenAI and Copilot Studio. Learn about upcoming innovations like Microsoft 365 Copilot, set to further enhance productivity across widely used platforms like Word, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Real-World Use Cases: Vidhu will share real-life examples where AI is making a significant impact, from public safety initiatives using AI-powered report generation to social service programs accelerating benefits processing. Learn how states like Louisiana and agencies such as the New York/New Jersey Port Authority are leveraging AI to streamline operations.
Preparing for AI Adoption: Get practical guidance on preparing your government organization for AI adoption. Vidhu will explain the steps you need to take to ensure compliance with important security standards such as FedRAMP and StateRAMP, and how to protect data privacy in the age of AI.
Responsible AI and Security: Discover how Microsoft’s responsible AI principles ensure that human oversight remains at the heart of AI decision-making. Vidhu will discuss key safeguards around data security, encryption, and privacy, making AI safe and compliant for government use.
Who Should Watch
This conversation is essential for government leaders, IT professionals, and policymakers looking to leverage AI’s transformative power to improve public services, drive operational efficiency, and prepare for a future driven by technological innovation.
Meet Vidhu Shekhar
Government Strategy Leader - US State & Local Government, Worldwide Public Sector | Microsoft
Vidhu is a seasoned executive in technology and strategy with a focus on public sector digital transformation. Throughout his career, he has successfully worked for government agencies, consulting firms, and enterprise companies, delivering enterprise-wide value to customers. In addition to his work, Vidhu is involved in the community and is a speaker at local universities. He holds advisory board positions at several organizations, including the University of Southern California's Sacramento Center and University of Washington’s Mobility Innovation Center. He also serves on a National Academy of Sciences, Engineering & Medicine (NASEM) funded Transportation Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) project panel. He is currently a Government Strategy Leader at Microsoft on the Worldwide Public Sector Team. He is also the curator of the book – Generative Artificial Intelligence Use Cases in State & Local Government.