Inter-American Development Bank

AUGUST 1, 2023

This option is currently of particular importance, as inflation has been high, surpassing 15% in most emerging markets and reaching the highest average levels in the last 25 years in advanced economies. We also found two other important features, which are reflected in Figure 1. Source: Valencia, Gamboa-Arbeláez y Sánchez (2023).

Balance 52

Balance Demand Finance Influencing 52

Federal News Network

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

While fiscal 2023 isn’t available yet, HigherGov, a government market intelligence company, estimates that DoD had over 1,200 active OTAs worth about $23.6 That can actually be true if you have a good team, a balanced team supporting you,” Evangelista said. That’s very important for us as practitioners,” Evangelista said.

Procurement Strategies 92

Procurement Strategies Balance Procurement Contract 92

Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 9, 2024

The Court considered that “the suggestion that it was unnecessary to call any expert witnesses was plainly not an expression of a balanced and impartial view, or merely a concern about the hearing over-running, or an attempt by the arbitrator to impose an orderly and economical procedure on the parties.”

Insurance 104

Insurance Influencing Import Balance 104

Scottish Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Background “Scottish Government’s vision for public participation is that people can be involved in the decisions that affect them, making Scotland a more inclusive, sustainable and successful place” – George Adam MSP, Minister for Parliamentary Business, 2023.

Framework Agreement 76

Framework Agreement Participation Supplier Public Procurement 76

Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 10, 2024

2.925/2023 (“ Bill ”) is intended to amend federal law no. The Bill was being discussed earlier this year by the Brazilian Congress as a matter of urgency, which is no longer in effect since the urgency regime was revoked by the Executive on September 13, 2023. 6.404/1976 (regulating joint-stock companies/business corporations).

IT 52

IT Transparency Balance Corruption 52

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

On 14 September 2023, the DIS Autumn Conference “A World Map of Arbitration in the 21st Century – and What to Find in Germany” showcased Germany’s eminent position in the field. For example, the tribunal could point out its view on important issues, or the evidence that is required.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Transparency Balance Import 52

Select GCR

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Since May 2023, it has replaced FedBizOpps.gov, becoming the central point for finding contracts over $25,000. Balancing competitive pricing with maintaining profitability is critical when bidding on government contracts. What is the importance of registering in SAM for government contracting?

Bidding 52

Bidding Government Government Buyers 52

AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Offering isolation and security, containers help applications run in their own independent environment, minimizing the risk of data breaches and unauthorized access, which is important for public sector organizations as they handle sensitive data.

Total Cost of Ownership 126

Total Cost of Ownership Efficiency Data TCO 126

GovLoop

JUNE 2, 2023

Better Balance and Benefits Government may be able to capitalize on recent layoffs at major tech firms — but salary remains a stumbling block. Work-life balance is so important to millennials,” Gardner said, speaking at a recent GovLoop virtual event.

Balance 52

Balance Professional Services Import Government 52

GovCon Chamber of Commerce

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

It is important to remain persistent and focused, and to continue to build your skills and knowledge over time. It is important to have a good understanding of the process, including how contracts are awarded and what types of procurement methods are used. Apply your highly transferable BD skills to any company (competence!)

Quality 52

Quality Media Procurement Government Contracts 52

SmallGovCon

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

May 23, 2023). Accordingly, COFC issued the preliminary injunction, and ordered the parties to continue with the protest to achieve a final resolution, demonstrating the vital importance of accurate and continual SAM registration to the federal government contracting process. Myriddian, LLC v. United States , No. 23-443 (Fed.

Evaluation 78

Evaluation Bidding Negotiation Government Contracts 78

Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The Singapore International Arbitration Centre (“SIAC”) held the SIAC Symposium , its flagship conference, during the Singapore Convention Week on 28 August 2023. It focused on the Draft SIAC Rules, for which there is a public consultation until 21 November 2023. Justice Christopher S.

Supply Chain 40

Supply Chain Innovation Accountability Influencing 40

GovLoop

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Those insights help agencies close gaps and remove barriers to good employee performance and happiness — such as burnout and lack of work-life balance. “If “It’s about listening … and understanding what [employees] want [and] what motivates them, versus what they are experiencing,” she added. And they’re proving that every day now.”

Balance 59

Balance Management Government Government 59

Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 5, 2024

Subramanian formally opened the session by quoting a statement from the Miami Arbitration Week 2023 that “the arbitration community is losing the fight to ensure the survival of ISDS”. He observed that for India to pursue its goal of stable economic development, it was important to instil confidence amongst investors.

Balance 52

Balance Negotiation Sustainability Accountability 52

Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 20, 2024

Efficient Record Management Turning to the second point of the checklist, the panel recalled the importance to have an efficient record management. For example, in 2023, there was an institutional appointment by the SCC in 37% of cases. Lawyers need to be on top on that.

Import 52

Import Efficiency Negotiation Tender 52

Kluwer Arbitration

AUGUST 10, 2024

Lorenz Raess, Statutory Arbitration Clauses and the Supplemental Swiss Rules for Corporate Law Disputes in Switzerland On 1 January 2023, revisions to the corporate law came into force which, among other things, allow Swiss companies to include a statutory arbitration clause in their articles of association (AoA) in respect of corporate disputes.

Balance 52

Balance Evaluation Import Utilities 52

FedScoop

OCTOBER 17, 2023

An overwhelming 84% of respondents indicated that their agency leadership considers understanding the impact of generative AI as a critical or important priority level for agency operations. The findings show that a majority of respondents are actively exploring the application of generative AI.

Government 79

Government Government Ethics Balance 79

SmallGovCon

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Commentors attempted to convince the FAR Council otherwise, and the response was: While actionable feedback is desired, it is equally important that participants understand the survey is completely voluntary and will not impact the outcome of a specific acquisition. The newest version of the system goes into effect on September 22, 2023.

Participation 66

Participation Utilities Bidding Contract 66

Public Contracting Institute

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The goal is to protect important information like Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI) from bad guys who might try to steal it. The DoD published the final rule in December 2023, and they’re planning to start using it in phases beginning in 2025.

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Government Government Contract 52

Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Summary of Divergent Outcomes in Recent Decisions on ASIs On 21 August 2023, Bright J refused in SQD v QYP [2023] EWHC 2145 ( SQD ) to grant an interim ASI restraining court proceedings commenced in breach of an arbitration agreement that expressly provided for ICC arbitration in Paris.

Influencing 52

Influencing Balance IT Corruption 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JULY 14, 2024

McCormack, President and CEO, AAA-ICDR , began by sharing the AAA-ICDR’s international arbitration metrics such as the over 848 international cases heard in 2023 that are valued over 5 billion USD. The proposal had echoes of the 2023 ICC Commission Report on Facilitating Settlement in International Arbitration. AAA-ICDR Bridget M.

Corruption 59

Corruption Innovation Quality Import 59

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In this blog post, we will discuss the most important changes to the NAI Rules. Such a requirement has, for example, also been included as part of the revision of the ICC Rules, the VIAC Rules and the Delos Rules in 2021, as well as the AIAC Arbitration Rules in 2023. 12 May 2023 ). Wilinski, K. Mazoori and G.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Efficiency Quality Management 52

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

542, 25 July 2023 Arthur X. Southern Perú Copper Corporation, Sucursal del Perú, Superior Court of Justice of Lima, 05 June 2023 Fernando Cantuarias Salaverry, Law School of Universidad del Pacìfico, ITA Reporter for Peru The Commercial Chamber of the Superior Court of Justice of Lima declared the annulment of an award unfounded.

Contract 52

Contract Balance Media Electronics 52

Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Mr. Vasconcellos stressed the importance of carefully drafting these clauses to avoid interpretative confusion in case of disputes. She emphasized the importance of precise language to avoid ambiguities. Turning to the topic of non-indemnity clauses and indemnity limitation clauses, Ms. Finally, Ms. In her first year as President, Ms.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Contract Import Buyers 52

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The Indian arbitration bar was waiting for an important judgment of a 7-judge bench of the Indian Supreme Court (“ Judgment ”), which reviewed its own earlier judgment in NN Global Mercantile Private Limited v. This makes the Judgment an important exposition of law in the field of arbitration for India. Indo Unique Flame Ltd.

Import 52

Import Balance Contract Insurance 52

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 13, 2023

On 29 September 2023, the United Arab Emirates (“UAE”)’s recently published Federal Law No. 15 of 2023 (“Amendment Law”) entered into force, effectively amending Federal Law No. 6 of 2018 On Arbitration (“2018 Arbitration Law”) that was adopted a mere five years earlier.

Balance 64

Balance Corruption IT Integrity 64

Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 18, 2024

Assuring a speedy resolution of potential disputes is a very important concern for most parties entering into arbitration agreements. The parties have to make corresponding provisions in their balance sheets and the labour of their employees is utilised for an indefinite period of time.

Balance 52

Balance Corruption Import IT 52

Inter-American Development Bank

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

During the first half of 2023, the Platform analyzed cases from 16 countries within and outside the region to identify best practices in the design and implementation of these strategies. In 2022, Colombia was the first country in the region to publish its Green Taxonomy, followed by Mexico with its Sustainable Taxonomy, launched in 2023.

Finance 52

Finance Sustainability Price Budget 52

Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Therefore, the ‘ Evidence in International Arbitration Report ’ ( Report ) recently released by the Australian Centre for International Commercial Arbitration ( ACICA ) and FTI Consulting on 6 September 2023 will be invaluable for arbitration users looking to test and improve their approach to evidence.

Buyers 52

Buyers Efficiency Balance Influencing 52

Federal News Network

JANUARY 29, 2024

Simpson said in 2023, the PIL trained over 1,600 people in just its coaching clinic , which is for individuals who want to start to coach teams and do things like the PIL and help mentor and support others to use innovations within their own organizations. He said the “train-the-trainer” model continues to work well for the PIL.

Innovation 59

Innovation Procurement Chief Procurement Officer Procurement Strategies 59

Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 5, 2024

He called for a balance between leveraging new technologies and preserving the integrity and fairness of the arbitration process. The panellists emphasized the importance of a robust legislative framework and the integration of international arbitration standards to attract foreign investment.

Public Private Partnership 52

Public Private Partnership Ethics Efficiency Influencing 52

Inter-American Development Bank

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Figure 1: Compliance Rates with Fiscal Rules in Latin America and the Caribbean Source: Ardanaz, Ulloa Suárez y Valencia (2023) Figure 1 shows variation in compliance rates across the region, showcasing changes in compliance with different rules and over time. These findings have important policy implications.

Influencing 52

Influencing Budget Quality Sustainability 52

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

As the Arbitration and Mediation Act 2023 (AMA) reshapes the legal landscape of dispute resolution in Nigeria, one of its remarkable provisions is the establishment of the Award Review Tribunal (ART). At Kluwer Arbitration Blog, posts have already been published that provide an overview of the AMA and more insights into the ART.

Innovation 52

Innovation Import Influencing Balance 52

Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Soft skills, such as perceiving and responding to implicit cues, are important for fostering an empathetic and responsive dialogue. The importance of this was illustrated by the refusal of the Court of First Instance of Hong Kong (“Court”) to enforce an arbitral award for an arbitrator’s lack of attention.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Ethics Negotiation Participation 52

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

dated December 21, 2023 , the Grand Chamber of the CJEU may have shed a light on its views in this respect. In its judgment in International Skating Union (ISU) v. European Commission et seq. BGH: False Application of German Antitrust Law Constitutes a Violation of the Ordre Public According to Sec. 1059 Para.

Participation 59

Participation Efficiency Balance Corruption 59

Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

On 20 June 2023, the Australian Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (“ACICA”) launched its Diversity Committee and held a panel discussion on unconscious bias and the effects of assumptions in arbitration. Mr García-Perrote opined that it is important to challenge assumptions.

Import 40

Import Balance Corruption IT 40

Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 2, 2024

On 22 December 2023, a Tribunal composed of Prof. Indeed, corruption-related allegations play an important role in resolving the parties’ dispute. Here, the Tribunal adopted a balanced standard as developed in Sanum v. Bernard Hanotiau, Prof. Worley” or “Claimant”) and The Republic of Ecuador (“Ecuador” or “Respondent”).

Corruption 40

Corruption Bidding Balance Public Procurement 40