Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

The Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) returned to Manila in full force in 2023. SIAC appears to be on the frontlines of influencing this progress, having administered cases involving 169 parties from the Philippines with a total sum in dispute in excess of SGD 5 billion in the last five years.

Purchasing 52

Purchasing Participation Efficiency Influencing 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

However, implementation of the final rule will be heavily influenced by opaque trainings and internal policy memos. This lack of transparency echoes FAS Policy and Procedure (PAP) 2021-05 , threatening the uniformity, accuracy, and fairness of GSA procedures. These actions gave GSA the time it needed to complete the rulemaking process.

Price 49

Price Negotiation Transparency Utilities 49

Select GCR

DECEMBER 3, 2024

government is the largest purchaser in the world, significantly influencing the purchasing landscape. Since May 2023, it has replaced FedBizOpps.gov, becoming the central point for finding contracts over $25,000. Detail your methodology to explain how you plan to maintain transparency and address issues promptly.

Bidding 52

Bidding Government Government Buyers 52

AWS Public Sector

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

However, as HolonIQ reports in its 2024 Global Education Outlook , funding sources slowed across the board in 2023, dropping 59% from 2022 levels. The sector received huge investment from venture capital, private equity firms, and IPOs (initial public offerings) on the back of the rise in hybrid learning.

Price 75

Price Demand Education Efficiency 75

Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Factors influencing these choices include the backing of a robust and pro-arbitration judiciary, comprehensive legislative frameworks, and legal predictability. The panel reached a conclusive consensus to emphasize the need for ethical, fair, and transparent deployment of AI in arbitration.

Import 40

Import Efficiency Supply Chain Transparency 40

Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

These policy objectives were already reflected in Angola’s National Development Plan for 2018-2022 , and were again reflected in the National Development Plan for 2023-2027. Second, the Agreement includes a set of ‘procedural’ obligations on Parties to enhance transparency and predictability in the application of measures.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Transparency Influencing Negotiation 52

Tracker Intelligence

MARCH 16, 2025

These players administer public contracts, establish procurement regulations, and influence the procurement environment. Procurement laws in the United Kingdom are intended to guarantee value for money, competition, and transparency.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Tender Eprocurement 52

How to Crack a Nut

APRIL 10, 2023

© Mateo Mulder-Graells (2023). Especially as I will now turn my attention to seeing how the different pieces of the puzzle fit together, while I edit the manuscript for submission before end of July 2023. I thought the time would never come, but the last piece of my book project puzzle is now more or less in place.

Procurement 52

Procurement Buyers Influencing Import 52

How to Crack a Nut

MARCH 10, 2023

Procurement is thus seen as a mechanism of ‘regulation by contract’ whereby the public buyer can impose requirements seeking to achieve broad goals of digital regulation, such as transparency, trustworthiness, or explainability, or to operationalise more general ‘AI ethics’ frameworks.

Procurement 52

Procurement Public Procurement Ethics Transparency 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 31, 2024

While the Memo is directed at agencies and does not impose new requirements on contractors directly, those providing AI products and services could soon see it influence contract requirements, source selection evaluation criteria, and contract terms. Requests for transparent pricing across the AI lifecycle.

E-procurement 52

E-procurement Logistics Budget Procurement 52

How to Crack a Nut

OCTOBER 3, 2024

So far, AI has already obtained credible influence in the way public procurement tenders can be drafted and submitted. The forms and procedures may differ between countries, but the crucial elements of transparency, expediency and adherence to regulations, remain global.

Public Procurement 59

Public Procurement Procurement Tender Evaluation 59

Open Contracting Partnership

AUGUST 14, 2023

The vision is to go beyond supporting “just” a transparency and reporting portal to have a digital ecosystem that integrates real-time damage assessments, budgets, project planning, procurement and delivery. Since March 2023, the ecosystem has been operating in pilot mode in English and Ukrainian.

Accountability 52

Accountability E-procurement Transparency Capacity 52

Open Contracting Partnership

JULY 5, 2023

For example, after TenderNed noticed a high percentage of contracting procedures in the database had unrealistic award values, they activated their “team of e-procurement influencers” – external e-procurement experts with a large follower base. Transparency is key.

Data 52

Data Tender Procurement E-procurement 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

ASPR reports that in 2023, healthcare organizations saw a 128 percent increase in ransomware attacks. Having spent over $100 billion on information technology (IT) products and services in 2023, the federal government sees itself as a market driver able to steer industry policy through government-wide procurement strategies.

Logistics 52

Logistics E-procurement Supply Chain Procurement 52

Open Contracting Partnership

JULY 31, 2023

Current, closed, and awarded bids can now be found online, increasing transparency throughout the process. Now current, closed, and awarded bids can be looked up online, increasing transparency throughout the process. We want to build and influence these practices through our own contracting power.”

Procurement 52

Procurement Sustainability IT E-procurement 52

Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 1, 2024

Analysing the sector-specific trends in arbitration from 2017 to 2023 reveals a dynamic shift in the nature of disputes being addressed. The event also delves into technology’s influence on arbitration, challenges in award enforcement, and the dynamics of international treaty arbitration from an African perspective.

Ethics 52

Ethics Influencing Integration Integrity 52

Government Contracts Legal Forum

OCTOBER 10, 2023

On September 14, 2023, the Senate Committee on Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs hosted a hearing called “Governing AI Through Acquisition and Procurement” (Hearing). He viewed the federal procurement process as offering an opportunity to influence standards/frameworks for AI development/deployment.

Government 40

Government Government Procurement Purchasing 40

Kluwer Arbitration

JULY 22, 2024

In a recent 2023 survey (“‘Fair’ and ‘Equitable’ Treatment Provisions in Investment Treaties; A Large-Sample Survey of Treaty Provisions”) the OECD found 51 of these treaties (covering a total of 136 bilateral relationships). Recently in the IC Power case, decided under the Peru-Singapore FTA , the tribunal also took that position (paras.

Thresholds 52

Thresholds Influencing Corruption Transparency 52

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

In October 2023, the European Commission published a Non-Paper of Annotations to Model Clauses for Negotiation or Re-negotiation of Member States’ Bilateral Investment Treaties (“BITs”) with Third Countries (“Model Clauses”) (“Non-Paper”).

Negotiation 52

Negotiation Supply Chain Transparency Education 52

Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Dispute Design and Public Participation In treaty ISDS, arbitration often follows the generic framework of an IIA, which restricts a state’s influence over the specific dispute, potentially impacting legitimacy as it may appear to surrender sovereignty to external entities. Yet, BRAMIA is not a universal solution.

Balance 52

Balance Transparency Contract Tender 52

Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Dispute Design and Public Participation In treaty ISDS, arbitration often follows the generic framework of an IIA, which restricts a state’s influence over the specific dispute, potentially impacting legitimacy as it may appear to surrender sovereignty to external entities. Yet, BRAMIA is not a universal solution.

Balance 52

Balance Transparency Contract Tender 52

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 25, 2024

He shared that Indian parties have consistently ranked among the top foreign users of SIAC for a decade and that, in 2023, Indian arbitrators were the third most appointed nationality at SIAC.

Ethics 52

Ethics Efficiency Import Export 52

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

The availability of ISDS significantly influences investors’ decisions. Enacting these regulations does not require approval from foreign investors. The same holds true for IIAs, which are state-to-state endeavors. Foreign investment, particularly in developing countries, is urgently needed for a sustainable future.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Corruption Balance Influencing 52

How to Crack a Nut

OCTOBER 31, 2023

On 30 October 2023, G7 leaders published the Hiroshima Process International Guiding Principles for Advanced AI system (the G7 AI Principles), a non-exhaustive list of guiding principles formulated as a living document that builds on the OECD AI Principles to take account of recent developments in advanced AI systems.

Transparency 64

Transparency Accountability Risk Management Evaluation 64

American City & Country

AUGUST 26, 2024

Ensuring secure and transparent elections. The county conducted a background check on him before hiring him, but no convictions were found despite having been previously charged with theft in July 2023. Protecting the safety of voters, poll workers, and election infrastructure.

Import 98

Import Media Education Integration 98

Government Contracts Legal Forum

APRIL 11, 2024

On March 28, 2024, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) released Memorandum M-24-10 , Advancing Governance, Innovation, and Risk Management for Agency Use of Artificial Intelligence (Memo), updating and implementing OMB’s November 2023 proposed memorandum of the same name.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Impact Assessment Procurement Innovation 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Second, the realignment provides an opportunity to increase transparency for customer agencies and industry partners seeking to do business with FAS. The new structure also can enhance transparency with regard to guidance impacting the MAS program. Third, the alignment provides an opportunity to improve data management.

E-procurement 52

E-procurement Price Supply Chain Procurement 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The deadline to file the report is December 5, 2023. By Laura Baker, Michelle Coleman, Rachel Schumacher, and William Tucker; Crowell & Moring On September 14, 2023, the Senate Committee on Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs hosted a hearing called “Governing AI Through Acquisition and Procurement” (Hearing).

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain E-procurement Procurement Contract 52

How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

On 30 October 2023, President Biden adopted the Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence (the ‘AI Executive Order’, see also its Factsheet ). The use of AI by the US Federal Government is an important focus of the AI Executive Order. maintaining options to opt-out where practicable.

Risk Management 69

Risk Management E-procurement Procurement Evaluation 69

Government Contracts Legal Forum

AUGUST 16, 2023

Accordingly – concurrent with the Executive Order – Treasury released an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that provides some potential definitions of these terms, but the exact definitions and the details of the regulations will be developed through public notice and comment that concludes on September 28, 2023. Further U.S.

Export 52

Export Influencing Finance Government 52

FedScoop

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Some of Silicon Valley’s most prominent voices and influential players are working overtime to influence the election. From 2022 to 2023, AI lobbying increased by 185%. Policy makers should promote responsible innovation among startups — not just through rules, but through market mechanisms, standards, and transparency.

Innovation 115

Innovation Demand Influencing Manufacturing 115

Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Yoshimi Ohara (Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu, Tokyo) considers the seat to be important because it influences the style of arbitration, which is often shaped by the court practices of the jurisdiction. However, it is essential to maintain accountability and transparency, as well as careful oversight. Miriam Rose Ivan L.

Transparency 98

Transparency Quality Influencing Import 98

Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 10, 2025

Artificial Intelligence As was the case in 2023 , the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into arbitration kept reshaping the field in 2024, with advancements in generative AI tools, such as HeyGen , Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) , and real-time deepfake technology underscoring AIs potential.

Transparency 52

Transparency Integration Integrity Ethics 52

American City & Country

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

adults saying they at least sometimes get news via social media, according to a 2023 Pew Research Center survey. In this election cycle, we are witnessing a tipping point—social media will likely hold a heavier influence on government elections now and into the future, meaning state and local governments may need a strategy reset.

Media 58

Media Government Government Transparency 58

Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 9, 2025

Emergency Arbitration In 2023, QICCA managed arbitration cases valued at about USD 800 million, with construction disputes making up 60% of the caseload. QICCA has introduced a cost calculator to simplify fee application, offering transparency and ease for parties and legal representatives.

Thresholds 52

Thresholds Transparency Influencing Efficiency 52

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Four partial awards were rendered in the references, as follows: the Offshore Jurisdiction Award (15 March 2022); the Offshore Jurisdiction Award on Costs (22 July 2022); the Consolidation Award (22 July 2022); and the Onshore Jurisdiction Award (25 August 2023). DEG responded on 9 December 2023, making further disclosures.

Finance 52

Finance Insurance Influencing Corruption 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 20, 2025

Conclusion Like 2023, 2024 can be summarized as a year of “ milestone achieved, uncertainties persist ,” albeit with more notable advances. The outcomes of 2024s deliberations are poised to influence ISDS reform efforts in 2025 and beyond. As ISDS reform continues in 2025 ( see also A/CN.9/1194 9/1194 , paras. 9/1194, para.

Balance 52

Balance Finance Capacity Budget 52