Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Mexico City has devised an efficient, participatory, and transparent approach to seek input from potential suppliers and the public on draft contracting documents before a formal call to tender is announced. In October 2024, use of the pre-bidding module became mandatory for Mexico City’s buyers. It all starts with procurement.

Collaboration 57

Collaboration E-procurement Tender Bidding 57

GovLoop

DECEMBER 23, 2024

In June 2024, it announced the Emerging Technology Prioritization Framework to accelerate the adoption of new tech, particularly high-demand generative AI (GenAI) solutions. In February 2024, the fund called for faster evaluation of project proposals that support government adoption of AI. One of those is AI, with a focus on GenAI.

Innovation 59

Innovation Strategic Planning Collaboration Finance 59

FedScoop

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Modern solutions integrating third-party consumer data and device intelligence are becoming essential to combat synthetic identities and safeguard public services, according to a new report produced by Scoop News Group for TransUnion. million person-hours.

Integrity 68

Integrity Integration Import Data 68

AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Efficiently addressing internal customer support tickets can profoundly impact an organization’s productivity and employee well-being, apart from their ability to focus on the mission at hand. Thorn, in partnership with All Tech Is Human , launched Safety by Design principles for generative AI in April 2024.

Engineering 126

Engineering Efficiency Integrity Integration 126

AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 10, 2024

During her visit to Armenia on July 10, 2024, Samantha Power, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator, announced $5 million in funding for a new public-private collaboration between USAID, the Government of Armenia, and Amazon Web Services (AWS).

Collaboration 119

Collaboration Innovation Efficiency Finance 119

FedInsider

JULY 15, 2024

For DoD, it’s the concept of creating a shared vision of operations across all branches of the military and intelligence community; for civilian agencies, it’s the prospect of streamlined customer service and the integration of future innovations such as AI. Networking Reception: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Join us for a Networking reception afterward!

Innovation 85

Innovation Government Government Networking 85

FedScoop

APRIL 3, 2024

Additionally, NASA has since implemented all three integration offerings from USA Staffing: request processing, new hire and data APIs. Sharpe noted that once the cycle is done for 2024 astronauts, both OPM and NASA plan to review the application process and determine any necessary changes or improvements.

Quality 125

Quality Evaluation Data Integrity 125

Extract Systems

JANUARY 9, 2024

2024 marks a pivotal moment for organizations, agencies, and departments seeking to streamline their workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Moreover, automated validation processes ensure the accuracy and integrity of captured data. Happy New Year!

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Integrity Integration Data 52

Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 10, 2024

This is the fourth post in ICCA’s series of reports on the ICCA 2024 Congress (“Congress”). It reports on the last day of the Congress on Wednesday, 8 May 2024, which looked at the present and into the future to determine how new technologies may shape the human experience in international arbitration.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Innovation Balance Integrity 52

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The DIS Autumn Conference , held on 10 September 2024, was the main event of the Berlin Dispute Resolution Days , which took place from 9 to 12 September 2024 and were jointly organized by the German Arbitration Institute (DIS) , the Federal Ministry of Justice , and the Humboldt University in Berlin.

Innovation 52

Innovation Efficiency Balance Quality 52

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

of respondents characterized their payment collection systems as very efficient, with a concerning 51% describing their systems as either inefficient or “neutral.” Governments with outdated systems may find it challenging to implement such changes efficiently, exacerbating financial strains.

Government 98

Government Government Efficiency Finance 98

Scottish Government Procurement

JUNE 24, 2024

The planned start date for the new framework is 11 July 2024. Further information can be found here: Procurement: recruitment advertising and public notices framework – gov.scot (www.gov.scot) Vehicle hire services The existing Cat B Contract for Vehicle Hire Services is due to expire on 31 August 2024. to £281.31

Collaboration 67

Collaboration E-catalogue Framework Agreement E-procurement 67

Federal News Network

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Individuals associated with the proposed Commission on Government Efficiency will quickly learn what Congress already knows. Cost effectiveness will require access to and integration of federal government data and information. And enacting full appropriations as soon as possible will help do that. The stop and start situation.

Budget 111

Budget Professional Services Procurement Contract 111

FedScoop

AUGUST 12, 2024

According to the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 — which established and expanded the program — its goals are to promote “data fluency and data collaboration;” “increased data analytics use in critical decisionmaking areas;” “data integration integration and standardization;” and increase efficiencies in the department.

Data 110

Data Collaboration Efficiency Accountability 110

FedScoop

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

With the “diversified revenue strategies” assessed in the analysis, Treasury projects the IRS to take in $851 billion from fiscal year 2024 to fiscal year 2034. If the 1% efficiency increase held for the IRS, the agency would be looking at an extra $43 billion annually, the report said.

Efficiency 100

Efficiency Capacity Accountability Data 100

Extract Systems

OCTOBER 17, 2023

As we look ahead to 2024, one technology solution that should be on every government entity's priority list is automated redaction. This essential tool ensures that sensitive information is properly safeguarded, making it an integral component of modern governance.

Data 59

Data Integrity Integration Efficiency 59

Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In international arbitration, parties or arbitrators could consider using emotion AI to enhance efficiency and due process (or to gain a strategic and tactical advantage). Although applications are varied, we will focus on two uses: (1) efficiency through facilitating settlement; and (2) due process through ensuring arbitrator attentiveness.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Ethics Negotiation Participation 52

FedInsider

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Thursday, March 21, 2024 | 2:00PM EDT | 1 Hour | 1 CPE AI Can Boost Election Integrity, if Done Correctly It has become clear over the past several years that maintaining U.S. election integrity is not just a single agency’s responsibility. He was integral to pushing for the restoration of a quorum at the EAC in 2015.

Integrity 52

Integrity Integration Leadership Participation 52

WashngtonExec

AUGUST 27, 2024

Bindi Patel Vice President of Contracts and Procurement & Corporate Risk Officer, ENSCO Bindi Patel successfully led the integration of ENSCO’s contracts and procurement teams. The convergence inspired more innovative solutions for both internal and external customers, as well as increased efficiency and cost savings companywide.

Procurement Team 52

Procurement Team Contract Efficiency Procurement 52

WashngtonExec

AUGUST 20, 2024

Bindi Patel Vice President of Contracts and Procurement & Corporate Risk Officer, ENSCO Bindi Patel successfully led the integration of ENSCO’s contracts and procurement teams. The convergence inspired more innovative solutions for both internal and external customers, as well as increased efficiency and cost savings companywide.

Procurement Team 52

Procurement Team Contract Efficiency Procurement 52

ExecutiveBiz

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

government spending on cybersecurity capabilities have focused more on innovation rather than interoperability, which sets back the efficiency of their cyber infrastructure, said Drew Epperson , vice president of federal engineering at Palo Alto Networks. Join the Potomac Officers Club's 2024 Cyber Summit on June 6.

Networking 40

Networking Integrity Integration Innovation 40

Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 14, 2024

The Cairo Regional Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (“ CRCICA ”) issued its latest set of Arbitration Rules 2024 (“2024 Rules”), which enter into force from 15 January 2024. The 2024 Rules are presently available in English and Arabic , with a French version expected to be made available soon.

Transparency 52

Transparency Efficiency Contract Integrity 52

American City & Country

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Convenient, efficient and concealable P-cards offer a quick and efficient alternative to the typically tedious and lengthy purchase order process for certain purchases. If p-card audits are performed timely, consistently and independently, they are an efficient control to implement.

Purchasing 105

Purchasing Procurement Internal Control Efficiency 105

FedScoop

APRIL 17, 2024

Fresh off a filing season that saw the Internal Revenue Service set records for customer response time and website traffic, the tax agency’s chief is now looking at how artificial intelligence-powered solutions can better address taxpayer needs in 2024 and beyond.

Accountability 117

Accountability Utilities Data Budget 117

AWS Public Sector

JULY 11, 2024

Hear the Texas Workforce Commission discuss the critical importance of integrating AI competencies into existing programs and from industry employers on AI skill development.

Education 81

Education Data Efficiency Networking 81

Extract Systems

MAY 21, 2024

The 2024 US presidential election stands as a pivotal moment where AI's influence is set to be more pronounced than ever before. In the 2024 election, candidates are leveraging AI-powered tools to gain deep insights into voter preferences, behavior patterns, and sentiment analysis.

Influencing 52

Influencing Media Data Participation 52

Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 11, 2024

However, as parties discovered, this task is complicated by the fact that many AI tools are so seamlessly integrated into daily activities that they are not immediately recognized as AI applications (e.g., Guideline 5 stresses the need to uphold the integrity of arbitration proceedings and evidence in the face of potential misuse of AI.

Participation 52

Participation Integrity Integration Efficiency 52

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Following the morning session of the SIAC Symposium 2024, which explored issues including the challenges posed by artificial intelligence (“AI”), climate change, and trade disruption (see Part 1 ), the afternoon session consisted of three plenary panel discussions that delved into the core issues shaping the future of arbitration.

Ethics 52

Ethics Balance Import Integrity 52

FedScoop

DECEMBER 19, 2023

From automating mundane tasks and increasing productivity to quickly and efficiently processing large amounts of data that was once locked in data silos, the possibilities are becoming realities. In 2024, we are going to see a major shift in the technology landscape in government towards modernization. Take for instance the U.S.

Government 96

Government Government Data Efficiency 96

FedScoop

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

A newly released 2024 E-Government Survey from the United Nations paints a picture of significant progress in the global pursuit of digital government. Compared to just a few years ago, a vast majority of countries are leveraging technology and delivering an expanding range of digital services to citizens and businesses.

Government 89

Government Government E-procurement Telecommunication 89

FedScoop

APRIL 16, 2024

These tools enhance efficiency and change how governmental bodies collaborate, access information and serve the public. They also stressed the importance of transparency and continuous feedback and focused on the tangible benefits of eased workloads and enhanced efficiencies. We noticed many potentials,” said Bhandutia.

Collaboration 70

Collaboration Innovation Efficiency Integrity 70

FedScoop

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As artificial intelligence continues transforming the federal government, agencies are investing in innovative AI applications to enhance mission effectiveness, security and efficiency. Improving disaster management Federal agencies are also using AI to improve disaster relief.

Innovation 94

Innovation Balance Efficiency Data 94

Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 8, 2024

This is the third post in ICCA series of reports on the ICCA 2024 Congress (“Congress”), which took place in Hong Kong. This post reports on the events of Tuesday, 7 May 2024, the second full day of the Congress. Follow along and see all of Kluwer Arbitration Blog ’s coverage of ICCA Hong Kong 2024 here.

Participation 52

Participation Import Sustainability Ethics 52

WashngtonExec

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Steve Dolski CFO, SilverEdge Steve Dolski leads a team that successfully drove financial strategies and integration efforts positioning SilverEdge as a premier provider of innovative and proprietary cybersecurity, software and intelligence solutions for the defense and intelligence community.

Leadership 40

Leadership Efficiency Integration Integrity 40

FedScoop

AUGUST 8, 2024

To achieve this, agencies must prioritize data integration and standardization efforts and invest in AI-supported technologies that can help ensure data quality and consistency across the enterprise. However, they must also ensure that the AI applications used to augment decisions comport with responsible AI practices.

Data 89

Data Quality Management Integrity 89

Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 8, 2024

This is the third post in ICCA series of reports on the ICCA 2024 Congress (“Congress”), which took place in Hong Kong. This post reports on the events of Tuesday, 7 May 2024, the second full day of the Congress. Follow along and see all of Kluwer Arbitration Blog ’s coverage of ICCA Hong Kong 2024 here.

Ethics 52

Ethics Participation Import Sustainability 52

FedScoop

APRIL 17, 2024

The AI-assisted microscope provides not only a view of how AI is increasing the diagnostic accuracy and efficiency of cancer detection but also its ability to operate on edge devices to support medical and other professionals. The ARM integrates artificial intelligence (AI) into the diagnostic process.

Public Private Partnership 110

Public Private Partnership Collaboration Efficiency Innovation 110