GovLoop

JANUARY 30, 2024

People most valued having a flexible schedule, with 77% of respondents ranking it “very important.” Working in an inclusive environment was the next priority, at 61%, and then having access to the latest technology and tools came in fourth, with 51% of respondents ranking it “very important.”

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Whistleblower Network News

MARCH 14, 2024

” This bill is too important to remain on the sidelines, and it is already long overdue. Kohn called for the passage of the bill in an article for Bloomberg Tax. A strong IRS Whistleblower Program is key to closing down the tax gap and holding tax cheats accountable,” NWC’s letter states.

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FedInsider

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Prior to DOE and his pursuit of public service, Dr. Kusnezov had a long career in academia where he published more than 100 articles and edited two books. He has been in numerous leadership roles in the private sector for over 25 years, spanning accounting, finance, technology & operations management spheres.

Accountability 142

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Inter-American Development Bank

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Public procurement spending accounted for an average of 30% of total public spending across the region [1] and as much as 74% of that spending is wasted due to inefficiencies [2] , according to data from FISLAC , an analytics platform developed by the IDB’s Fiscal Management Division (FMM).

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Federal News Network

MAY 30, 2024

Dan Ramish Well, Tom, nontraditional defense contractors are defined to include all contractors that do not have a subcontract or contract subject to full cost accounting standards coverage and have not had one in the preceding year. That’s expensive and complicated.

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Select GCR

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This article covers how a small business government contractor can qualify, find opportunities, and thrive in this space. A government contractor’s accounting system must adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), FAR, and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) to track costs separately and maintain financial accuracy.

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GovLoop

MAY 26, 2023

By definition, data ethics refers to the norms of behavior that promote appropriate judgments and accountability when acquiring, managing or using data. But AI’s expansive use has made data ethics increasingly important. Or about facial recognition systems that are less accurate with darker skin tones.

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Inter-American Development Bank

APRIL 3, 2025

Enhancing Investment: Moving Beyond Fiscal Rule Compliance It is important to recognize that compliance alone does not fully shield investment from competing spending pressures. For example, rising social expenditures even though important can progressively crowded out public investment, as shown by Larch and van der Wielens research.

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FedScoop

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

the chair and ranking member of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and Reps. Part of that expanded focus would include acquisition security at large and a requirement of the council to “proactively monitor and evaluate certain covered articles for ongoing risk.” “We James Comer, R-Ky. and Jamie Raskin, D-Md.,

Supply Chain 81

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The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

In his article “ The Future of Public Infrastructure is Digital “, Bill Gates envisions a world where infrastructure is smarter, more efficient, and digitally integrated. This vision aligns with the aspirations of many governments: leveraging technology to enhance public services , reduce costs, and promote sustainability.

Procurement 59

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Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 23, 2024

KS&T was a market participant in OCTP with tracking accounts for emission allowances in Ontario and California. The Tribunal held that KS&T’s emission allowances did not grant it a legal share in any asset or resource, or qualify as “interests” under Article 1139(h).

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GovLoop

JUNE 30, 2023

One of the most important goals of zero trust is to prevent the kind of credential compromises that hackers have been exploiting in ransomware and other attacks by requiring continuous authentication and authorization of identities – human and non[1]human – on the network. So, there’s a high residual risk.”

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Kluwer Arbitration

AUGUST 26, 2024

Where the parties to a given treaty agree in their submissions – including NDPs – those interpretations also can be considered a common understanding subject to Article 31(3) of the Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties (“VCLT”). In its submission, the United States explained that Article 10.20.4 of the U.S.-Colombia of the U.S.-Peru

Accountability 52

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GovLoop

JANUARY 31, 2024

But Kowalski said that various events have taught this country about the importance of letting government agencies coordinate. And if the entity says yes, perhaps recognizing a bank account or a person, then “we can get together on a very specific focus… and compare notes,” said Kowalski. she explained.

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Select GCR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This article will explore what is prime contractor roles, responsibilities, and the importance of prime contractors in government projects. This involves a high level of responsibility and accountability, as prime contractors must manage both the resources and subcontractors effectively to fulfill their obligations.

Government Contracts 52

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GovLoop

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Outside vendors may be involved, and you’ll have to account for their processes. During planning and pilot periods, it’s important to keep communication flowing internally and externally. This article appears in our guide, “ How to Change Things Up (and Make It Stick).”

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FedScoop

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The security problems captured in the log files “are expansive,” he said, so it’s important that “there’s a lot of experts dealing with those problems and reviewing the logs to figure out exactly what’s going on. We’ve seen so many attacks where someone takes over an account, and then they run through a system.

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Import and Trade Remedies

MARCH 1, 2024

Baker McKenzie’s Canadian international trade and customs team is publishing a series of articles reviewing 2023 trade and customs compliance developments and looking ahead to 2024’s burgeoning issues. This article focuses on Canada’s customs regime.

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Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Recent decisions show, however, that arbitrators tend to misunderstand whose good faith Article 31(1) of the VCLT is referring to. In this sense, Article 26 of the VCLT provides that “[every] treaty in force is binding upon the parties to it and must be performed by them in good faith ”. In Stabil LLC and Others v.

Accountability 59

Accountability IT Corruption Government 59

GovLoop

APRIL 22, 2024

“Agencies have had difficulty finding employees with such knowledge and may have to pay a premium for specialized staff or contractors,” according to a recent report on modernization from the Government Accountability Office (GAO). This article appears in our guide, “ How to Kickstart Modernization.”

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Demand Finance Budget Accountability 72

Public Contracting Institute

JULY 14, 2024

This standard ensures consistency and fairness in cost accounting practices across government contractors. To truly grasp the importance of CAS 407, it’s essential to have a solid foundation in government contracting principles. Integrating CAS 407 with Other Cost Accounting Standards CAS 407 doesn’t exist in isolation.

Accountability 52

Accountability Government Contracts Budget Efficiency 52

Whistleblower Network News

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The bill has important reforms – such as strengthening the rights of whistleblowers in Tax Court as well as encouraging the IRS to make timely awards – that will go far in making a good program even better,” said Kohn. The IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act goes a long way in making this possible.”

Budget 105

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Open Contracting Partnership

OCTOBER 30, 2023

While the e-procurement system doesn’t include the quasi-governmental sector and sovereign wealth fund (which aren’t governed by the public procurement law) it provides full transparency on the general procurement market which accounts for at least a third of Kazakhstan’s public spending. million (~US$24,000) being returned to the budget.

Procurement 120

Procurement E-procurement Public Procurement Corruption 120

Kluwer Arbitration

JULY 18, 2024

This is an important judgment because it is the first Court judgment commenting on the setting aside of an award in arbitrations seated in the Qatar Financial Centre (“QFC”), and touches upon other key principles under Article 41 of the QFC Arbitration Regulations. This post explores some of the key elements of B v C.

Consulting 52

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GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

It’s important to prioritize data quality to build trust with end users. It’s also important to prioritize strong data governance and security. Agencies must promote accountability, which means being open and honest. Interacting with AI immersively is important.

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Quality Data Ethics Import 52

Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Scope of Application Differently from traditional investment agreements, the stated purpose of the SIFA is not only to foster foreign direct investment (“FDI”) (Article 1), but also to do so in a manner that integrates environmental and labour standards, transparency, and corporate social responsibility.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Transparency Influencing Negotiation 52

Government Contracts Legal Forum

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Government Accountability Office (GAO) released its Annual Report on Bid Protests for Fiscal Year 2023. Thus, bid protests remain an important oversight mechanism for the federal procurement system. View the full article On October 26, 2023, the U.S. The post GAO’s Bid Protest Sustain Rate Soars, but Is There a Catch?

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Select GCR

MARCH 4, 2025

This article simplifies the process: understanding the basics, finding the right opportunities, preparing your business, and crafting winning bids. billion across various sectors, highlighting the importance of staying informed about federal contracting data to find government contracts and government contract bids.

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Government Government Contract 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 21, 2024

The substantive proposal of the question was merely based on a proposed reform of Article 422 of the Ecuadorian Constitution (“Article 422”), as explained further below. ” The mechanism through which this alleged recognition would have been achieved was the amendment of Article 422. free translation).

Consulting 52

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Import and Trade Remedies

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Customs CARM After being postponed from its May 13, 2024, CARM Release 3 is scheduled for 3:00 AM EST on October 21, 2024, at which point it becomes the official system of record for imports into Canada. Importers (non-CSA) can expect their first Statement of Account (SOA) to be issued on October 25, which will be due on October 31.

Export 40

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GovLoop

MAY 1, 2024

Collective data stewardship Ensure accountability throughout the data life cycle. This article appears in our guide, “ A Fresh Look at Data.” For more ideas about how to use data in important and innovative ways, download it here: Get the guide Photo by Scott Webb at pexels.com Favorite Understand the value of your data.

Data 52

Data End to End Quality Ethics 52

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Article 26 of the DIS Arbitration Rules 2018 is similar to Section 278(1) ZPO. Instead, the court can seek proposals for an amicable settlement, in a dialogue that takes into account all interests and is based on a fair explanation of the relevant issues. First, the provision speaks of a conciliation hearing.

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Public Contracting Institute

MAY 20, 2024

In this article, we’ll explore key aspects of government construction projects and provide insights to help you secure contracts and achieve success. Contractors must have robust systems in place to track costs, submit accurate incurred cost submissions, and comply with Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).

Bidding 52

Bidding Government Government Negotiation 52

GovLoop

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

“The average American interacts with many different agencies over their lifetime,” Scontras said, “but legacy government technology forced people to create different accounts and re-enter their information for each agency separately. Today, we’re enabling agencies to provide a single, secure account with single sign-on across agencies.

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Accountability Education Quality Government 59

Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 25, 2024

We believe these findings provide a more accurate accounting of U.S. Whatever the reason for the high rate of uncontested outcomes, we believe they are an important feature of parties’ post-award conduct. In another forthcoming (2025) article (Compliance in the Shadow of the Award, 50 Yale J. Int’l L.), Int’l L.),

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How to Crack a Nut

OCTOBER 6, 2023

It is thus important to understand the shortcomings inherent to this approach and to the model AI clauses, before assuming that their use will actually ensure the ‘trustworthy, transparent, and accountable development [and deployment] of AI technologies’. Much more is needed than mere reliance on the model AI clauses.

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Buyers E-procurement Transparency Procurement 88

American City & Country

AUGUST 28, 2024

According to the MarketLinks blog, Sustainable Public Procurement and the Business Environment , “taxpayers around the world are increasingly holding governments accountable to spend public funds for their social and economic benefit in a sustainable manner. Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared in the Sept.

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