The change
Mission
Function
Every agency has a purpose for their existence. A functionally-oriented agency primarily provides specialized services, administrative support, regulatory oversight, or operational infrastructure that enables mission-orientated agencies to fulfill their missions. Although all agencies have responsible functions to directly execute a stated purpose, these agencies core purpose is to manage essential functions—such as budgeting, personnel management, procurement, technology services, or regulatory compliance. These functions sustain the overall capability of government to create the structure and conditions to support mission execution.
Mission-oriented agencies advance the agency’s stated mission and purpose, and the functions of the organization are meant to support with efficiency and effectiveness. These agency functions are not separate missions but rather advance the stated mission of the agency.
Every agency has a purpose for their existence. A functionally-oriented agency primarily provides specialized services, administrative support, regulatory oversight, or operational infrastructure that enables mission-orientated agencies to fulfill their missions. Although all agencies have responsible functions to directly execute a stated purpose, these agencies core purpose is to manage essential functions—such as budgeting, personnel management, procurement, technology services, or regulatory compliance. These functions sustain the overall capability of government to create the structure and conditions to support mission execution.
Function
Focusing on mission-oriented agencies is essential because they drive national priorities and require agile, purpose-built solutions that deliver real-world impact. Their urgent, operational needs create opportunities for rapid innovation, integration, and long-term partnerships grounded in mission success—not sales. By supporting these agencies, IT and business leaders can accelerate adoption of scalable solutions that shape both government and industry.
Where business and information technology meet agency mission!
Welcome to The change
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Mission Matters Most
What is TheXchange?
Government isn’t a single enterprise—it’s a federated environment, with each agency advancing its unique mission. Federal agencies routinely exchange information as they procure, secure, and deploy IT. Each deployment is shaped by distinct cultures, policies, and mission objectives.
TheXchange extracts this federal practice extending it to the broader IT and business communities—creating a space where technology and business leaders align to meet mission needs. IT and business communities that meet the demands of the federal mission will realize that this convergence is the only way to achieve success.
When federal agencies meet their mission goals, the IT and business communities will also achieve their business goals. TheXchange is where IT, business, and mission converge—because Mission Matters Most.
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Expert Conversations
Exclusive expert-led discussions that bridge the critical intersections of missions, technology, procurement, and IT operations.
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Member Events
Invitations to hear and learn from executives on IT innovations and how best to implement and integrate IT tools to mission needs.
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Training and Education
Programs designed to equip members with the insights, tools, and skills needed to navigate today’s complex technology, cybersecurity, and procurement environments—all through a mission-first lens.
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Public Debates
Public debates are exchanges that inform and educate by challenging or defending position and action.
Founding Principles
Mission Alignment
Shared security, resilience, and mission outcomes that are timely, actionable, and relevant.
Trusted Community
Engagements established with transparent guidelines that foster trust among participants.
Cross-Sector Collaboration
Diverse stakeholders from mission agencies, critical infrastructure owner operators, and tech providers.
Scalability and Flexibility
Adapt to new opportunities, technologies, and missions as they evolve.