Arctic Information Technology, Inc.

10/19/2026

Hey, Anchorage! You're invited to attend the next Anchorage Chamber of Commerce "Make It Monday" Forum Luncheon, 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮, 𝙎𝙚𝙩, 𝙂𝙤: 𝙂𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙄 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮 presented by Arctic IT CIO, Phillip Jackson.

With AI becoming increasingly integrated into daily business operations, you'll learn how to establish strong security practices before adopting AI at scale. Take away actionable steps to help move your organization forward by providing clear policies, approved AI tools, employee education, and a supportive reporting culture.

🗓️ Monday Oct 26, 2026
🕐 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM AKDT
📍 Petroleum Club of Anchorage

Register now: https://business.anchoragechamber.org/events/details/make-it-monday-forum-luncheon-ready-set-go-getting-ai-ready-15067

10/15/2026

The most valuable AI use cases in tribal finance start with identifying where automation can help. But when it involves data as sensitive as finances, security and data governance can't be an afterthought.

For tribal government and gaming finance teams, the opportunity is to improve efficiency and visibility without compromising how financial data is managed.

Join TribalNet Online, Arctic IT, and the Microsoft Tribal team to explore real-world applications of Copilot, Model Context Protocol (MCP), and AI agents built on the security and governance tools you already trust.

🔗 Register today: https://arcticit.com/ai-in-tribal-finance-turning-possibility-into-practical-value/

10/14/2026

What a week so far at Community Summit NA in Nashville 🎸 Our team is having a blast taking in the education sessions while also giving presentations of their own. Shout out to our expert speakers in the house, Blake Miller, Sarah Jelinek, and Chris Brill.

Back by popular demand, Sarah's general session skit "Thank You Notes to Microsoft" brought all the laughs for attendees.

Thank you for another great conference, Dynamic Communities!

10/13/2026

Sometimes the most valuable conversations happen when leaders facing similar challenges get in the same room. That's the idea behind the New Mexico Tribal Leadership & Tech Forum.

This November, we're bringing together technology, finance, enterprise, program, and council leaders from New Mexico's Pueblos, Tribes, and Nations. The free event offers focused sessions, real tribal implementation examples, and opportunities to connect with peers tackling similar challenges.

Join us on November 18, 2026, for Tribal Government & Casino Finance, or November 19, 2026, for Tribal Programs & Government Technology.

🗓️ Attend either day or both
📍 Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder, Pojoaque, NM
⚡ Register now: https://arcticit.com/new-mexico-tribal-leadership-and-tech-forum-2026/

10/09/2026

On Monday, October 12, our offices will be closed in recognition of Indigenous Peoples' Day. This day is dedicated to honoring the history, cultures, and contributions of Native American, Alaska Native, and other Indigenous peoples. As a proud subsidiary of Doyon, Limited, we recognize their resilience, sovereignty, and economic and cultural influence on communities across the nation.

For technical assistance during this time, please contact us via our toll-free number.

10/08/2026

Calling all Microsoft Power Platform users! Don't miss your chance to see Sarah Jelinek live at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, October 27-29, 2026 (OK, and Pitbull too 😉).

Sarah, a Microsoft MVP and MCT, will be presenting two education sessions on
💥 𝙀𝙣𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙐𝙨𝙚𝙧 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙤𝙙𝙚𝙡-𝘿𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙣 𝘼𝙥𝙥𝙨: 𝘽𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙋𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨
💥 𝙈𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙞𝙣 𝘿𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙚

Register today to save your spot: https://powerplatformconf.com/

10/07/2026

For government contractors, the CMMC 2.0 pause may sound like permission to stop working towards certification. But cybersecurity work doesn’t lose its value because the process around it evolves.

While the requirements around CMMC 2.0 are still unclear, the work still matters – even if the verification process changes.

Kevin Fassanella, CISSP, director of security and compliance for Arctic IT, shares the latest on the pause and what organizations should do to keep the work moving in his latest article:
💡 https://arcticit.com/cmmc-2-0-is-paused-your-cybersecurity-work-shouldnt-be/

Don’t let the CMMC 2.0 pause stall your cybersecurity efforts. The time is now to build stronger defenses and stay prepared for future compliance requirements.

10/06/2026

Congratulations to the Navajo Nation on the historic launch of their new ERP system! This project marks a major milestone in the Nation's effort to modernize government operations and improve services for the Navajo people.

"By modernizing our policies, processes, and systems together, we are building a more accountable, efficient, and sustainable government while protecting the Nation's sovereignty and authority over its data. This milestone also reflects the commitment of employees across the Nation who have spent many months preparing for this moment and building a stronger foundation for future generations," commented Navajo Nation Controller Sean McCabe.

The team at Arctic IT is honored to have supported the Nation through this modernization effort, alongside our partners at Microsoft, Dayforce, AXL Global Consulting, and The Performa Group.

This launch follows the fall 2025 implementation of the Navajo Nation's vital records and enrollment system using Arctic IT's Tribal Platforms.

🗞️ Read more at https://arcticit.com/navajo-nation-launches-modern-erp-to-strengthen-government-operations/

10/02/2026

It's time for another Community Summit NA speaker session announcement! If you're attending, be sure to catch this how-to presentation on Dataverse/CRM and SharePoint integrations by Sarah Jelinek, Microsoft MVP.

Session: 𝙈𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝘿𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙚/𝘾𝙍𝙈 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙎𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙋𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙩 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨
🗓️ Monday, October 12
🕐 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM CT
📍 Magnolia Mezzanine 11, Level M

Get all the details at https://connect.summitna.com/8_0/sessions/session-details.cfm?scheduleid=2235

09/29/2026

Reflecting on an amazing week at TribalNet, it's easy see the excitement and connection that is so special about this conference. The people, the keynotes and informational sessions, the beautiful setting of the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, and even some armadillo racing (IYKYK), this was one for the books. 🤠

Thank you to the TribalHub team for putting on another great event! We're grateful for the time with clients and the new relationships that have been forged. Together, we are advancing the technology needs of Tribal Governments and enterprises to improve service delivery for citizens and customers.

Already looking forward to next year in Vegas!