Government IT and Procurement Solutions by Craig Abod
Craig Abod is the founder and president of Carahsoft, a major IT solutions provider for the U.S. federal government. Since launching the company in 2004, Abod has overseen its growth into a key procurement partner for public-sector IT, with more than $11 billion in revenue reported for 2024 and over 2,000 employees.
Under his leadership, Carahsoft has built strong vendor partnerships with companies such as Adobe, VMware, and Salesforce, making it a central player in U.S. digital infrastructure. Abod is frequently ranked among the top executives in government technology services and was named Executive of the Year by CRN.
While Carahsoft distributes cybersecurity and cloud infrastructure tools, it has no involvement in blockchain or crypto-related initiatives. The company does not offer products or vendor solutions focused on crypto assets, DeFi, or tokenization. As of July 2025, neither Abod nor Carahsoft have made public statements or entered into partnerships in the Web3 space.
Craig Abod notes Carahsoft's Women of Government IT event features top women in U.S. tech
Carahsoft is set to host its fourth annual Women of Government IT event on July 15, offering a platform for accomplished women in the U.S. technology sector to share their expertise.
According to ...
Craig Abod: GBEF EDGE Security Summit brings U.S. security leaders to San Diego
Leading figures across government, defense, critical infrastructure, law enforcement, intelligence, and industry are set to gather next week in San Diego at the GBEF annual EDGE Security Summit. ...
Craig Abod notes Splunk enhances federal data processing with Edge and Ingest Processor
Splunk is enhancing its data management offerings for U.S. government customers.
Bill Rowan of Splunk announced the company is making its Edge Processor and Ingest Processor capabilities ...
Craig Abod: Corelight listed on FedRAMP Marketplace for U.S. federal cloud NDR use
Corelight has been added to the FedRAMP Marketplace, according to a post from Craig Abod.
The listing enables U.S. federal agencies to utilize Corelight's cloud-based network detection and ...
Craig Abod notes HP leadership to discuss software strategy directions in Reston
HP is positioning its software strategy as a central topic at an upcoming event in Reston on August 4. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear directly from HP leaders about upcoming plans and ...
Craig Abod: Carahsoft to host fourth Women of Government IT event for public sector channel
Carahsoft is preparing for its fourth annual Women of Government IT event, according to a post from Craig Abod. The event is targeted at women working in the public sector channel, with ...
Craig Abod states Carahsoft receives Qlik award for North America partner customer success
Carahsoft has been awarded the 2025 North America Partner Customer Success Champion of the Year by Qlik at the recent Qlik Connect 2026 event. The recognition underscores Carahsoft's continued ...
Craig Abod: Service to the Citizen Award winners recognized for effective U.S. government service
Service to the Citizen Award recipients have been honored for their leadership and dedication to delivering effective public services in the U.S.
Craig Abod commended all winners for their ...
Craig Abod notes seven main SLG contract vehicles aiding U.S. procurement modernization
Efficient procurement and modernization are at the forefront of recent discussions in the U.S. public sector.
Craig Abod shared insights from Robert Moore on seven key state, local, and ...
Craig Abod: Government whitepapers and eBooks now available on GovWhitePapers
Access to government-related electronic books, whitepapers, and content is now more comprehensive with a large selection available through the GovWhitePapers platform. The portal offers resources ...
Craig Abod says Carahsoft streamlines U.S. state and local acquisition processes
Carahsoft, referenced by Craig Abod in a recent tweet, supports U.S. state and local agencies in navigating procurement and implementation workflows. The company aims to deliver tailored ...
Craig Abod: 5G solutions expand U.S. government operations with private and edge technology
Applications of 5G technology are taking a broader role in U.S. government operations.
According to Craig Abod, real-world 5G solutions from leading technology providers are now accessible to ...
Craig Abod notes global network supports government and military event collaboration
A new online platform aims to facilitate collaboration among government and military professionals worldwide.
Craig Abod has promoted @GovEventsGroup as a central resource for discovering and ...
Craig Abod: MongoDB and Carahsoft to hold workshop for U.S. public sector developers
MongoDB is partnering with Carahsoft to host a workshop aimed at developers and architects in the U.S. public sector.
According to a recent tweet by Craig Abod, the session will provide insights ...
Craig Abod says Federal AI Accelerator summit will address physical AI adoption in the U.S.
The upcoming Federal AI Accelerator’s Physical AI Summit, scheduled for June 24, is set to provide a venue for direct engagement with key decision-makers as U.S. government agencies push forward ...
Craig Abod: Agencies shift to integrated security amid public cloud and AI adoption
Agencies in the U.S. are adapting their cybersecurity strategies as they balance the challenges of public cloud reliance with the growing adoption of artificial intelligence technologies. ...
Craig Abod notes Carahsoft welcomes record number of summer interns
Carahsoft has welcomed its largest cohort of summer interns, according to Craig Abod.
The announcement underscores the company’s commitment to developing young talent within the organization. ...
Craig Abod confirms Cohere achieves U.S. FedRAMP High authorization
Cohere has achieved U.S. FedRAMP High authorization through Second Front, according to Craig Abod.
This certification allows Cohere to provide advanced artificial intelligence solutions to U.S. ...
Craig Abod: Modern DLP and AI-driven defenses shape U.S. federal cybersecurity
A recent podcast features Jason Miller of Mission First Cyber and Justin Valdez of Menlo Security exploring key topics within U.S. federal cybersecurity. Their discussion addresses modern data ...
Craig Abod notes NightDragon and KnoxSystems partnership for secure cloud adoption in U.S.
NightDragon and KnoxSystems Inc. have formed a new strategic partnership aimed at promoting secure cloud adoption and responsible FedRAMP authorization efforts across U.S. public and commercial ...
Craig Abod: Carahsoft launches FedRAMP guide for U.S. cloud providers
Carahsoft has released a FedRAMP Buyer’s Guide aimed at supporting cloud service providers at every stage of the U.S. government authorization process. The guide addresses recent policy updates ...
