SMEs Graciela Malave Gonzalez and Kate Weis presented on potential 2 CFR Part 200 revisions and how GrantReady can help organizations prepare for evolving compliance requirements Grant management requirements continue to evolve, placing greater emphasis on transparency, accountability, documentation, and oversight. In our October 22 webinar, Planning for 2 CFR Part 200 Revisions: How Grant Programs Can Prepare for Uniform Guidance Changes, SMEs Graciela Malave Gonzalez and Ka

International Responder Systems proudly supported the Delaware Down Syndrome Walk & 5K as a Champion Sponsor International Responder Systems (IRS) was honored to serve as a Champion Sponsor of the Delaware Down Syndrome Walk & 5K on October 17, 2026, joining hundreds of families, friends, runners, walkers, and volunteers in celebrating the Down syndrome community. IRS CEO James Mullikin participated in the event alongside his daughter, Lily, joining community members in showi

The California Department of Public Health's (CDPH) Regional Public Health Office (RPHO) and Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR) use International Responder System’s GrantReady platform to streamline their grants management processes and improve collaboration across distinct teams. By centralizing grant information, communication, and reporting on a single platform, their team has reduced administrative burden and improved efficiency. Here's what they had to say about

The GrantReady team recently spent an unforgettable week in Baltimore attending the Maryland Workforce Association's Raising the Bar 2026 Conference. Over three days, team members Sebastian Arguez, Jessica Gray, Graciela Malave Gonzalez, and Kate Weis joined workforce, education, and training professionals from across Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic to share ideas, strengthen partnerships, and explore new opportunities to support the workforce development community. Kicking Off

On September 3, 2026, our CEO James Mullikin and CTO Youssef Ziouani represented International Responder Systems at the National Institute for Defense Health Cooperation’s (NIDHC) Military‑Civilian Health System Modeling Stakeholder Meeting in Bethesda, MD. The gathering brought defense and civilian leaders, researchers, and technical experts together to advance a shared vision for a resilient, data‑driven health ecosystem. Meeting Highlights Government and civilian health mo

For organizations managing federal awards, 2 CFR Part 200 compliance is essential — and often demanding. Navigating Uniform Guidance requirements, maintaining documentation accuracy, and meeting reporting deadlines can strain even well‑resourced teams. GrantReady offers a structured and reliable all-in-one system to simplify compliance and strengthen operational oversight. Why 2 CFR 200 Compliance Is Challenging Federal financial assistance awards come with detailed expectati

IRS team presenting on disease forecast-driven emergency response planning at APHL Annual Conference The IRS team—comprising software engineers, epidemiologists, and public health experts—presented its paper on Disease Forecast‑Driven Emergency Response Planning at the Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) 2026 Annual Conference in Baltimore, Maryland in early May. This year’s conference brought together more than 1,400 leaders and partners from across the public h

International Responder Systems' team of technical experts showcased cutting-edge disease forecasting technology and strengthened national partnerships at this year’s Insight Net Annual Meeting, held at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill between April 27 and 29, 2026. During the annual gathering, our team presented live demonstrations and interactive sessions highlighting our STLT Forecasting & Analytics Response (SOAR) tool. The team showcased the platform's abi

We were thrilled to exhibit at the Preparedness Summit, held April 13–16, 2026, in Baltimore, Maryland, where public health and emergency response leaders from across the country gathered to strengthen the nation’s readiness for emerging threats. Throughout the week, our leadership team showcased how our grants management, emergency response, and disease forecasting solutions helped agencies reduce administrative burdens and make informed, timely decisions. These conversation

International Responder Systems is proud to announce its new vendor contract (250601) under the Consulting and Other Related Services category by The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS), one of the nation’s leading cooperative purchasing programs. TIPS’ national purchasing cooperative offers easy access to competitively procured purchasing contracts. TIPS is housed at and managed by the Region 8 Education Service Center located in Texas. As an approved TIPS vendor, Internatio

IRS team at NRHA Annual Meeting From advocating on the Hill to ensure rural health transformation funding reaches those most in need, to strategizing with leading rural healthcare stakeholders at the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) and Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy (ASTP) annual meetings from February 10-12, our team just had a productive week in Washington, D.C.! Key Highlights from #NRHA2026 Hill Engagement: Meeting with members of Congress to advocate

IRS team conducting DSH emergency preparedness exercise Our team has been on-site this week supporting a multi-day emergency preparedness exercise led by California Department of State Hospitals (DSH), deploying a Mobile Command Center (MCC) and delivering comprehensive technical support throughout the operation. During the exercise, our team ensured DSH’s objectives were met by: Deploying and validating MCC infrastructure Ensuring system interoperability across hospital netw

Our October 28 webinar, “Managing Public Health Grants: How CDPH Optimizes Grants Administration,” brought together approximately 150 public health professionals from across the country for an in‑depth look at how modern tools can transform grants administration. Throughout the session, attendees explored how the GrantReady platform streamlines complex grants workflows through intuitive navigation, automated processes, and advanced analytics. Presenters demonstrated how these

International Responder Systems, LLC, continues to be a proud and trusted recipient of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services award funding under the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Center for Forecasting and Outbreak Analytics (CFA) project. As part of our steadfast commitment to providing stellar and practical solutions to our federal clients, International Responder Systems recently completed an external audit of all CFA project expenditures during

International Responder Systems (IRS) leaders and other key personnel presented on the company's innovative emergency response, grants management, and technology solutions at the National Homeland Security Conference #NHSC2025 in Washington D.C. between August 25 and 28, 2025. The team successfully engaged with other mission-driven partners and discussed how our cutting-edge solutions, including SOAR, ELENOR, and GrantReady, can seamlessly support the Department of Homeland S

Strengthening national emergency preparedness is crucial in minimizing the impact and reach of diseases, and the importance of readiness has been highlighted even more by the COVID-19 pandemic outburst. With 20 years of experience in national preparedness assessment, performance management, decision analysis, and many others, James Mullikin is equipped with comprehensive knowledge, and his expertise in the field is invaluable. After retiring from the Federal Government, Mulli