Integrated Computer Solutions. Inc. (ICS)

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE David B. Bosko Joins ICS as Executive Director: Air, Space & Cyber Montgomery, AL – October 2, 2024 – Integrated Computer Solutions, Inc. (ICS) is proud to welcome David B. Bosko, Colonel (Retired), USAF, as the new Executive Director: Air, Space & Cyber. With a remarkable 32-year career in the United States Air Force, Bosko brings an exceptional track record of leadership in cyber operations, IT infrastructure, and national defense strategy. Bosko’s most recent role was as Director at the Air Force Cyber College, where he led a team of 25 experts in educating over 5,000 students annually on critical cyber operations and strategy. His prior experience also includes serving as Cyber Chair at Air University and CEO of the Air Force Spectrum Management Office, where he championed key initiatives to protect national security assets and promote cyber education. "David’s extensive background and leadership in the cyber domain are a valuable addition to our team as we continue to expand our capabilities in Air, Space, and Cyber," said Steve Goldsby, CEO of ICS. "His commitment to excellence and innovation aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver transformative IT solutions that support the dynamic needs of our clients." David Bosko shared his excitement about joining ICS: "I am honored to join the ICS team in its mission to support our Nation's defense. The best warfighters in the world deserve the best information technology and cyber solutions. I look forward to driving the growth and success of ICS while enhancing our commitment to all our DoD clients by delivering the capabilities they need to effect our Nation's objectives." Based in ICS’s Montgomery, AL office, Bosko will lead efforts to enhance the company’s strategic initiatives in the Air, Space & Cyber sectors. About Integrated Computer Solutions, Inc. Integrated Computer Solutions, Inc. (ICS) is a premier technology integrator focused on delivering transformative IT services and solutions to our clients – with predictable, measurable results. ICS has operating locations throughout the United States. Established in 1997 as a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB), ICS provides a robust portfolio of technology and information security services that combine a comprehensive strategy with cutting edge security. Our services provide a balance of cost and quality that enables our clients to maximize their return on IT investments. ICS has an established track record of providing enterprise technology and security services to a wide range of Federal, State, and Fortune 1000 clients. ICS has been recognized as a leader in Innovation Management and was the first company in the State of Alabama to certify staff through the IAOIP. To learn more about ICS, visit www.icsinc.com.

The CEO Toolbox: AI is Redefining Roles… Just like ATMs! In his insightful 2016 TED talk, economist David Autor posed a thought-provoking question: "Will automation take away all our jobs?" His answer, backed by historical evidence and economic principles, was a resounding no. Autor argued that while automation may displace certain job roles and functions, it ultimately elevates humans to work on more complex, value-added, and customer-facing activities. At ICS Inc., we've taken this principle to heart. As a company focused on delivering no-fail IT support to global military missions, we understand the critical importance of efficiency and reliability. That's why we've leveraged AI and AI Agents to democratize knowledge and processes, enabling our $30/hr. labor to perform $50/hr. tasks and even parts of $150/hr. tasks. Autor's ATM vs. teller analogy perfectly illustrates this concept. When ATMs were introduced, many feared that bank tellers would become obsolete. Instead, banks opened more branches, and tellers took on more complex roles, focusing on customer relationships and problem-solving. Similarly, by using AI to automate routine tasks, we free up our skilled solution architects to focus on high-value, strategic work that drives our business forward. As CEOs, it's our responsibility to embrace the opportunities presented by automation and AI. By investing in these technologies and providing our employees with the tools and training they need to succeed, we can create a more efficient, adaptable, and resilient workforce. It also enables us to focus on delivering VALUE to our customers’ missions. At ICS, we've seen firsthand the benefits of this approach. Our employees are more engaged, productive, and fulfilled, knowing that their skills are being fully utilized and their contributions are making a real impact. So, my fellow CEOs, I encourage you to consider how you can leverage AI and automation in your own organizations. By empowering your workforce and embracing change, you'll position your company for success in the ever-evolving business landscape. You can see David’s TED Talk here: https://lnkd.in/gWG2edRQ #AI #Innovation #FutureOfWork #EmployeeEmpowerment #CEO #Leadership

Core Values: Your Roadmap to Success I read a lot of leadership and management content. It’s my way to keep the tools in my toolbox sharp. I recently came across Richard St. John’s TED Talk, "8 Secrets of Success," where he distills 500 interviews with successful individuals into eight key principles. These insights align perfectly with our mission, map to our core values, and define the qualities that make GovCon leaders thrive: 1. Passion: Love what you do, and success will follow. 2. Work: Embrace hard work and have fun doing it. 3. Focus: Channel your energy into mastering your craft. 4. Push: Overcome self-doubt and push through obstacles. 5. Serve: Provide value to others, as true success comes from serving. 6. Ideas: Cultivate creativity and innovative thinking. 7. Persist: Persevere through challenges and setbacks. 8. Success: Implement these principles to achieve your goals. As GovCon CEOs, we face unique challenges that require dedication, resilience, and a commitment to serving our clients and teams. After watching this TED Talk, it was fulfilling to see how well our mission and core values encompass many of those “success secrets”. I believe this is key to our ability to attract top talent, win contracts, and deliver exceptional results. At ICS Inc., we find that our core values align closely with Richard St. John's secrets to success: • Our value Grit (passion, and perseverance for long-term goals) resonates with the secrets of Passion and Persistence. • Our value GSD (Getting Stuff Done) relates to the secrets of Work and Focus, as we work smart, hard, and channel our energy into achieving results. • Our value of Selfless Service aligns with the secret of Serve, as we prioritize the needs of our customers, company, and team before ourselves. • Our values of Excellence and Uncompromising Integrity foster an environment where we can cultivate and execute innovative Ideas while maintaining the highest ethical standards. By embracing our core values and incorporating the secrets shared by Richard St. John, we position ourselves for success as GovCon leaders. When you have strong core values, you'll find that they naturally map to proven success "secrets." I’d love to hear how your mission and core values map to these proven “success secrets” in the comments below, as we continue to build a supportive community of GovCon leaders. #CEOToolbox #GovCon #Success #Leadership #CoreValues

Core Values: Your Roadmap to Success I read a lot of leadership and management content. It’s my way to keep the tools in my toolbox sharp. I recently came across Richard St. John’s TED Talk, "8 Secrets of Success," where he distills 500 interviews with successful individuals into eight key principles. These insights align perfectly with our mission, map to our core values, and define the qualities that make GovCon leaders thrive: 1. Passion: Love what you do, and success will follow. 2. Work: Embrace hard work and have fun doing it. 3. Focus: Channel your energy into mastering your craft. 4. Push: Overcome self-doubt and push through obstacles. 5. Serve: Provide value to others, as true success comes from serving. 6. Ideas: Cultivate creativity and innovative thinking. 7. Persist: Persevere through challenges and setbacks. 8. Success: Implement these principles to achieve your goals. As GovCon CEOs, we face unique challenges that require dedication, resilience, and a commitment to serving our clients and teams. After watching this TED Talk, it was fulfilling to see how well our mission and core values encompass many of those “success secrets”. I believe this is key to our ability to attract top talent, win contracts, and deliver exceptional results. At ICS Inc., we find that our core values align closely with Richard St. John's secrets to success: • Our value Grit (passion, and perseverance for long-term goals) resonates with the secrets of Passion and Persistence. • Our value GSD (Getting Stuff Done) relates to the secrets of Work and Focus, as we work smart, hard, and channel our energy into achieving results. • Our value of Selfless Service aligns with the secret of Serve, as we prioritize the needs of our customers, company, and team before ourselves. • Our values of Excellence and Uncompromising Integrity foster an environment where we can cultivate and execute innovative Ideas while maintaining the highest ethical standards. By embracing our core values and incorporating the secrets shared by Richard St. John, we position ourselves for success as GovCon leaders. When you have strong core values, you'll find that they naturally map to proven success "secrets." I’d love to hear how your mission and core values map to these proven “success secrets” in the comments below, as we continue to build a supportive community of GovCon leaders. #CEOToolbox #GovCon #Success #Leadership #CoreValues

Culture Beats the Carrot The key to high performance isn't just about financial incentives – it's about creating a corporate culture that fosters intrinsic motivation. We've taken the principles outlined in Daniel Pink's TED talk, "The Puzzle of Motivation," and put them into practice, with remarkable results. In his TED talk "The Puzzle of Motivation," Daniel Pink challenges the traditional notion that external rewards and punishments effectively motivate people, arguing instead that intrinsic motivation – the desire to do something because it is inherently interesting, challenging, and rewarding – is a far more powerful driver of high performance and creativity. Pink draws on scientific research to show that financial incentives can undermine motivation for tasks requiring cognitive skill and creativity, concluding that fostering autonomy, mastery, and purpose is key to unlocking human potential. At ICS, one of our core values is "Excellence," which means 1. Be so unusually great that you stand out 2. Under promise, over deliver, on time and under budget. 3. Be a continuous learner Being continuous learners aligns perfectly with Pink's concept of "Mastery" – the desire to get better and better at something that matters. We support this through ICS University, our online learning platform that offers 17,000+ courses to all of our employees at no charge. By investing in our employees' growth and development, we've seen new leaders emerge and innovative solutions to problems. We also promote autonomy through the use of our Accountability Chart, which clearly defines functions and roles. This gives our employees the freedom to direct their own work and focus on their areas of expertise. We encourage delegation of non-core functions, so everyone can concentrate on what they do best. The result? Increased engagement, creativity, and ownership. At ICS, we don't just talk about purpose – we live it. Our purpose is to be the company everyone wants to work for, do business with, and own. We continuously reinforce this message, helping our employees understand how their work contributes to this larger goal. When people feel that their job has meaning and purpose, they are more likely to go above and beyond. Since focusing on intrinsic motivation, we've seen tangible benefits: high engagement, decreased turnover, innovative problem-solving, and the emergence of new leaders. It has become crystal clear to us that creating an environment that supports autonomy, mastery, and purpose unlocks full potential of your team.