PMITLH Lunch and Learn: AI in the Public Sector: Driving Fraud Prevention and Data Integrity
PMITLH October 2025 Lunch and Learn: AI in the Public Sector: Driving Fraud Prevention and Data Integrity
This Lunch and Learn will be on Thursday, October 23rd, Noon EDT. This will be a virtual event. On the week before the event, all registrants will receive an invitation to the Zoom Meeting. By attending this event, you will earn 1 PDU.
AI in the Public Sector: Driving Fraud Prevention and Data Integrity A Presentation Co-Presented by Raj Prahast Maheswarapu and Sumanth Kumar Gadde
AI in the Public Sector: Driving Fraud Prevention and Data Integrity
Public agencies across the U.S. are under constant pressure to safeguard taxpayer dollars and ensure the integrity of citizen data. This session explores how artificial intelligence (AI) is being applied in government to detect and prevent fraud, reduce financial losses, and build public trust. Attendees will learn about real-world case studies from agencies such as the U.S. Treasury, Medicare, and the IRS, where AI tools have significantly improved detection speed and accuracy.
The presentation also addresses project management frameworks for successful adoption, governance strategies, and ethical safeguards to ensure responsible implementation.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Recognize common types of fraud in the public sector and why traditional methods fall short.
- Understand how AI improves fraud detection and strengthens data integrity.
- Apply practical project management strategies for integrating AI into public-sector systems.
- Evaluate ethical and governance considerations for AI adoption.
Speaker Bio – Raj Prahast Maheswarapu |
Speaker Bio – Sumanth Kumar Gadde |
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Raj Prahast Maheswarapu is an accomplished IT Technical Project Lead with 18 years of experience leading large-scale database migration projects, advancing data protection strategies, and implementing fraud prevention solutions in the public sector. He has deep expertise in enterprise data management, advanced analytics, and secure system design, with a proven record of delivering high-performance solutions that support mission-critical government programs. Earlier in his career, Raj worked with Deloitte Consulting, delivering SAP transformation projects for Fortune 500 clients such as Caterpillar, Daimler, and International Paper, where he focused on ERP implementations, data integration, and system optimization. This global consulting experience shaped his ability to drive complex enterprise projects and solve technical challenges at scale. Raj is widely recognized for his leadership in innovation and problem-solving. At the Florida Department of Revenue, he plays a key role in initiatives that have strengthened compliance, safeguarded sensitive citizen data, and modernized technology platforms serving millions of families. As a sought-after speaker, he has delivered sessions at the PMI Global Summit 2025, the Florida Digital Government Summit, and the Georgia Digital Government Summit, sharing insights on the intersection of project management, data protection, and artificial intelligence in government modernization. |
Sumanth Kumar Gadde is an IT Technical Project Lead, recognized speaker, and Data Expert with over 14 years of experience delivering scalable IT and data engineering solutions across both the private and public sectors. He has played a pivotal role in large-scale database migrations, ensuring performance optimization and uninterrupted service. In Florida’s public sector, Sumanth has led high-impact modernization and digital transformation initiatives that strengthen citizen-focused services. His expertise in SAP ecosystems and advanced analytics enables agencies to operate with greater agility and efficiency. |
