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 Governments with outdated systems may find it challenging to implement such changes efficiently, exacerbating financial strains.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

FedScoop

APRIL 3, 2024

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. Sharpe said that because of the “success of the 2020 application cycle,” NASA decided to partner with OPM for 2024.

Quality 122

Quality Evaluation Data Integrity 122

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Local governments face issues that range from balancing public safety and individual privacy rights to managing vast amounts of data securely and efficiently. Transparency and accountability are crucial to maintaining public trust and require clear policies on surveillance use and data access.”

Purchasing 110

Purchasing Total Cost of Ownership Government Government 110

Extract Systems

JANUARY 9, 2024

2024 marks a pivotal moment for organizations, agencies, and departments seeking to streamline their workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Integration with Management Systems: Achieving a cohesive ecosystem is crucial for optimal efficiency. Happy New Year!

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Integrity Integration Data 52

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 115

Data Collaboration Efficiency Accountability 115

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

AUGUST 16, 2024

According to a 2024 survey by public sector HR management company, NEOGOV , which explored the effects of the ongoing hiring crisis on the public sector, 33% of agencies report impacts to service. As the population grows, so does the need to make processes more efficient to best serve the needs of the community and its employees.

Management 94

Management Evaluation Efficiency Collaboration 94

Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 31, 2023

On 1 January 2024, the new version of the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC) Arbitration Rules ( 2024 Rules ) came into force. The 2024 Rules apply to CIETAC arbitrations commenced on or after this date. The 2024 Rules also introduce rules on early dismissal. Under Article 48.2

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Consulting Contract Negotiation 52

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

ivalua

JUNE 11, 2023

It introduces several amendments to the NFRD and expands the scope of reporting obligations to foster greater transparency and comparability. From 2024 onwards, 50,000+ companies in the EU have to comply with the CSRD reporting requirements. What Companies Are In-scope? supply chain)- or affect your business.

Supply Chain 98

Supply Chain Finance Procurement Sustainability 98

AWS Public Sector

JULY 11, 2024

Discover how the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is exploring AI and machine learning (ML) technologies to enhance operational efficiency, improve response times, safeguard frontline personnel, and more.

Education 81

Education Data Efficiency Networking 81

Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 8, 2024

Fast forward to 2024, and the contrast is striking. Brekoulakis’s and Howard’s relativist perspective was shared by other speakers who challenged the traditional view of the arbitrator’s role, questioning whether their primary focus should be on delivering justice or resolving disputes efficiently.

Influencing 52

Influencing Participation Efficiency Transparency 52

Open Contracting Partnership

JUNE 26, 2024

In April 2024, the NACC passed a resolution to indict the village’s mayor and his associates for misconduct in awarding and managing the project, according to local media. Civic engagement, freedom of the press, efficient and safe whistleblowing channels, and effective investigative authorities are all crucial components.

Corruption 113

Corruption Data Procurement Public Procurement 113

Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 8, 2024

The Centre boasts a high efficiency rate, with 45% of cases following expedited procedures and an average dispute amount of 22 million CHF. The institution has updated its rules to better address corporate disputes and emphasizes transparency and diversity, with 40% of its arbitrators being female.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Import Finance Innovation 52

Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

It should be good at buying goods and services on behalf of the taxpayer and to provide those across the government and across their mission areas,” Joe Ditchett, industry executive advisor for federal civilian and DoD at SAP , said during Federal News Network’s Industry Exchange Cloud 2024.

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain Transparency Finance 52

GovSpend

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In the following Q&A, Nate gives us a peek into what’s top of mind for him as we head into 2024. Government procurement should be transparent and efficient. But that effort results in transparency and insight that is like a cheat code, an unfair advantage for those who subscribe to GovSpend.

Data 105

Data Quality Purchasing Transparency 105

WashngtonExec

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

By moving individuals into positions that play to their strengths and adding top notch talent, the company is poised to drive efficiency, transparency and reliability to internal customers and [.]

Contract 40

Contract Transparency Efficiency 40

BLP

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Promotes transparency and efficiency in PPP project execution, ensuring strict oversight to protect public interests. This regulation is now in effect following its publication in the Official Gazette, La Gaceta , on November 4, 2024.

Public Private Partnership 52

Public Private Partnership Transparency Efficiency IT 52

Kluwer Arbitration

AUGUST 12, 2024

These guidelines can assist parties to jointly agree on a mechanism to increase the transparency of relevant arbitral proceedings, including the submission of amicus curiae briefs. This will enhance predictability and efficiency in resolving cross-border disputes.

Transparency 52

Transparency Influencing Efficiency Balance 52

How to Crack a Nut

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The publication of the response was coupled with that of Initial Guidance for Regulators on Implementing the UK’s AI Regulatory Principles (Feb 2024), which I will comment in a subsequent post. Screenshot of the webpage [link] (accessed 22 February 2024), where this information is available in accessible format.

Innovation 64

Innovation Procurement Government Government 64

Open Contracting Partnership

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Last week in Rome, we brought together over 100 leaders from 26 European governments , EU institutions, global organizations like the World Bank, OECD, EBRD, and UNOPS, civil society, and the private sector for the 3rd International Open and Sustainable Public Procurement Conference 2024.

Procurement 67

Procurement Public Procurement E-procurement Transparency 67

Open Contracting Partnership

JUNE 3, 2024

It’s an appropriate workplace for the woman spearheading efforts to increase transparency and oversight of public spending in Rwanda, by digitalizing the platform running the country’s public procurement and professionalizing its workforce and processes.

Public Procurement 80

Public Procurement Procurement E-procurement Transparency 80

Kluwer Arbitration

AUGUST 15, 2024

Rouven F Bodenheimer, The Tribunal Visualized Approach: Improving Proceedings by Visualized Case Introduction Efficiency in international arbitration has long been contentious, as promised benefits often fail to materialize, leading to user dissatisfaction. Despite ongoing debates and procedural innovations, underlying inefficiencies persist.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Balance Corruption Transparency 52

Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 13, 2024

Columbia Arbitration Day (“CAD”) was held on 1 March 2024 at the Skyline Level of Columbia’s Faculty House. Hamilton started by saying that the key to cost efficiency is understanding the complexities of the case and simplifying as much as possible.

Negotiation 52

Negotiation Efficiency Quality Balance 52

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Kicking off Hong Kong Arbitration Week 2024, Eversheds Sutherland hosted a thought-provoking panel discussion on “12 Angry Robots and Crowd-Sourced Dispute Resolution – Justice in the Digital Age” on 21 October 2024.

Ethics 52

Ethics Integrity Integration Risk Management 52

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Jurisdictions from California to Ontario, Canada, have made this change to unclog courts and make the process more efficient. Be transparent and proactive with the public. Another key trend is the shift from criminal traffic enforcement to civil penalties for certain violations.

Data 110

Data Balance Transparency Education 110

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 14, 2024

The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Sustainability Breakfast Briefing on February 20, 2024, in Dublin, Ireland, featured a panel of sustainability experts from AWS customers and partners, as well as educational talks on important sustainability themes. This blog post provides a recap of the highlights from the sustainability briefing.

Sustainability 81

Sustainability Data Quality Efficiency 81

AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Embracing digital transformation is crucial for NPOs and NGOs to enhance their efficiency, effectiveness, and overall impact. Transparency and scalability were crucial in providing donor insights and supported increasing involvement, such as attracting celebrities and brands.

Sustainability 75

Sustainability Data Transparency Innovation 75

Open Contracting Partnership

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

ChileCompra has not only established a formal channel for bidders and citizens to report questionable contracts to authorities for the first time, it has also published the Observatory’s investigation reports and statistics on complaints from the public, making oversight of the procurement system fully transparent. “[In

Procurement 62

Procurement E-procurement Tender Purchasing 62

Open Contracting Partnership

AUGUST 28, 2024

This provided transparency for all involved in managing the process in a way that wasn’t possible previously when complaints were transferred manually between agencies by email. As of April 2024, 120 inspectorate offices nationwide have access to the system, up from 35 in 2023. “We billion). “We

Corruption 90

Corruption Data E-procurement Procurement 90

Inter-American Development Bank

MAY 8, 2024

AI Can Improve Efficiency of Tax Administrations AI also promises to revolutionize tax administration. AI-powered systems can streamline tax filing processes, improve compliance, and personalize services for taxpayers, boosting revenue collection and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of tax systems. The model foresaw a 19.4%

Transparency 64

Transparency Data Telecommunication Capacity 64

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 13, 2024

The next event takes place in Hong Kong on 22 October 2024. It is essential that the institution continues to offer the high quality and efficient case administration services for which we have come to be recognised. In 2024, this figure is at 60%. As the case statistics show , we are experiencing a growing caseload.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Quality Import Supply Chain 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JULY 12, 2024

The fifth edition of the Bucharest Arbitration Days (“BArD”) took place on 6 and 7 June 2024. Ziyaeva discussed the UK’s use of anti-suit injunctions to enforce arbitration agreements, highlighting the UK Supreme Court’s April 2024 decision in Unicredit v. The general consensus? Mission accomplished.

Ethics 52

Ethics Balance Import Thresholds 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 AWS framework helps EdTechs improve cost efficiency, assess functionality expansion, and grow market share, by aligning pricing with solution value to students and institutions.

Price 75

Price Demand Education Efficiency 75

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The Singapore International Arbitration Centre (“SIAC”) hosted its Annual India Conferences in Mumbai and Delhi on 6 and 7 September 2024. Chief Justice Upadhyaya also emphasised the importance of cross-jurisdictional collaboration and commended Singapore’s efforts in fostering an arbitration-friendly environment.

Ethics 52

Ethics Efficiency Import Export 52

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.

Collaboration 66

Collaboration Innovation Efficiency Integrity 66

Import and Trade Remedies

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Essentially, the changes in the Statute concern three parts: Transfer of jurisdiction for preliminary rulings in certain areas from the CJEU to the General Court (GC) as of 1 October 2024. 1 Increase the transparency and openness of the preliminary ruling procedure. The effect of this reform remains to be seen.

Insurance 45

Insurance Transparency Efficiency Import 45