Former Tesla engineer proposes AI-first strategy for U.S. government agency

Thomas Shedd, a former Tesla engineer, has proposed an "AI-first strategy" for the U.S. government's Technology Transformation Services. He aims to operate the office like a startup software company, focusing on efficiency and innovation. This strategy comes as the department faces a potential 50% budget cut. Shedd plans to create a centralized government contract database for AI analysis, aligning with trends of smaller government and increased reliance on AI. The Technology Transformation Services, part of the General Services Administration, assists federal agencies in enhancing their technology practices.