Open Contracting Partnership

JANUARY 9, 2025

For example, over the last several years, the City has transitioned to PASSPort , an end-to-end online procurement system that creates additional transparency and efficiencies in the procurement process. Its important for us to be accountable to them and understand they are the end user and beneficiary of our procurement.

Participation 104

Participation Government Contracts Government Government 104

ivalua

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Why does Accounts Payable Need Heroes? In Accounts Payable, it’s the Supplier inquiry. Strong supplier relationships lead to new product development and innovation, as well as reduced costs and increased efficiencies. Through automation, the P2P process becomes simple, streamlined and more efficient.

Supplier 52

Supplier Accountability Eprocurement Supply Chain 52

American City & Country

AUGUST 16, 2024

Understanding the nature of today’s job market and the importance of effectively recruiting and retaining its employees, the HR department at Manatee County Sheriff’s Office took important steps to transform the way it evaluates employees’ and managers’ performance. In the public sector, accreditation is always top of mind.

Management 94

Management Evaluation Efficiency Collaboration 94

GovLoop

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Here are a few best practices for data resilience to help your agency bounce back after an attack: Take Account of the Entire Application: Modern applications consist of many parts and can’t function effectively unless those parts and processes are all present and accounted for.

Data 97

Data Accountability Efficiency Import 97

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 11, 2024

This post provides a walkthrough of how UNSW achieved this milestone, through enhancing the Automated Forensics Orchestrator for Amazon EC2 to meet their requirements and ensuring an efficient and effective incident response and investigation plan in the event of a cyberattack.

Accountability 84

Accountability Integrity Integration Efficiency 84

AWS Public Sector

JUNE 19, 2024

In this guide, we walk you through the process of adapting LLMs to specific domains with parameter efficient fine-tuning techniques made accessible through Amazon SageMaker integrations with Hugging Face. Depending on the use case, it’s important to use high-quality data that is representative of the model’s intended use. peft==0.11.1

Import 122

Import Data Quality Efficiency 122

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

Open Contracting Partnership

JUNE 26, 2024

While open data is a vital first step, it is not the only important factor in combating corruption. Civic engagement, freedom of the press, efficient and safe whistleblowing channels, and effective investigative authorities are all crucial components.

Corruption 113

Corruption Data Procurement Collusion 113

FedScoop

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Passing the legislation is important “given the amount of dollars that are at stake, but also … [the] security implications and just pure efficiencies and resiliency of operations,” Triplette said. “We We depend on our cloud operations, we depend on our daily technology to function every day, and this is getting at it.”

Purchasing 73

Purchasing Efficiency Transparency Budget 73

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. Web portals provide efficient and user-friendly platforms for various applications.

Efficiency 126

Efficiency Total Cost of Ownership Data Insurance 126

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

2021) 4 SCC 379 (“ NN Global 3J ”), a 3-judge bench of the Supreme Court held that arbitration agreements would not be rendered void on account of the main contract being insufficiently stamped as commented on in a previous post. This figures to provide a boost to the efficiency in the constitution of tribunals by Indian courts.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Contract Import Corruption 52

FedScoop

AUGUST 12, 2024

Currently, the department has hired 14 people in BCDO roles, accounting for roughly 25% of its bureaus, Khan said. The goal of this is really to harness the power of data to advance diplomatic efforts, improve operational efficiency, and ensure transparency and accountability in the Department of State’s activities,” Khan said.

Data 91

Data Collaboration Efficiency Accountability 91

FedScoop

AUGUST 22, 2024

Passing the legislation is important “given the amount of dollars that are at stake, but also … [the] security implications and just pure efficiencies and resiliency of operations,” Triplette said. “We We depend on our cloud operations, we depend on our daily technology to function every day, and this is getting at it.”

Purchasing 119

Purchasing Inventory Utilities Transparency 119

AWS Public Sector

JUNE 12, 2024

As customers move more data to the cloud, it becomes increasingly important to take necessary precautions and measures to prevent sensitive information from unauthorized access or use. Prepare your AWS accounts – Prepare your AWS accounts by creating the necessary accounts and configuring the required settings.

Accountability 81

Accountability Networking Data Management 81

AWS Public Sector

APRIL 30, 2024

Security and compliance: AWS supports security-sensitive standards like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) , the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) , and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-171 compliance requirements.

Education 83

Education Ethics Efficiency Accountability 83

ivalua

JANUARY 13, 2021

– Process efficiency with reduced cycle times and considerably decreased errors or fraud opportunities. – Cost optimization which comes from two sources: first, the savings that are captured from purchasing through preferred suppliers and compliant channels, and second the lower cost of a more efficient purchasing process.

Eprocurement 94

Eprocurement E-procurement Supplier Purchasing 94

AWS Public Sector

AUGUST 6, 2024

In addition to the IT team, health and human services subject matter experts, the Amazon Managed Services team, and the AWS account team helped the department with EPS design and deployment in the AWS Cloud. As a compliment to AWS Organizations, a landing zone is a well-architected, multi-account AWS environment that is scalable and secure.

Innovation 72

Innovation Procurement Professional Services Purchasing 72

ivalua

JUNE 26, 2023

Automating strategic sourcing not only simplifies the process but also offers significant savings, increased efficiencies, and better governance. Organizations with an integrated strategic sourcing platform powered by automation can yield considerable benefits in terms of cost savings, efficiencies, and intelligent decision-making.

Procurement 97

Procurement Strategic Sourcing Supply Chain Sustainability 97

Whistleblower Network News

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Per the SEC , information is material “to which there is a substantial likelihood that a reasonable investor would attach importance in determining whether to purchase the security registered.” The widened scope of reporting indicates an increase in serious cybersecurity threats and incidents with a need for accountability.

Risk Management 94

Risk Management Management Import Purchasing 94

FedScoop

OCTOBER 5, 2023

The report stated: “By not classifying, accounting for and dispositioning its sensitive and high-risk property, BNL is at risk for potential adverse impact on public health and safety, the environment, national security interests and proliferation concerns.

Export 87

Export Inventory Transportation Transportation 87

FedScoop

JULY 2, 2024

While these advancements have the potential to enhance efficiency and advance financial inclusion, there is growing evidence that they can also perpetuate and exacerbate existing and historical biases, leading to discriminatory outcomes that adversely affect marginalized and underserved communities,” the letter stated.

Price 95

Price Import Utilities Efficiency 95

FedScoop

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Our online passport renewal system is an important example of how the Department is modernizing government services for the benefit of Americans and delivering on” President Biden’s 2021 customer experience executive order , Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement. “Our

Goods & Services 90

Goods & Services Participation Efficiency Accountability 90

Open Contracting Partnership

OCTOBER 11, 2023

A series of recent scandals shows just how little accountability there is. But effective implementation of these plans is being hampered by a lack of reliable, factual and understandable information sources for citizens and civil society to monitor the operations of state-owned mining companies for efficiency and corruption risks.

Data 123

Data Corruption Supplier Public Procurement 123

AWS Public Sector

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

This perspective defines a project management office, the importance of cloud-specific governance reviews, and the value in applying an agile approach to cloud projects. What is the solution and most important customer benefit? Contact your account team if you are interested in learning more about a Working Backwards workshop.

Project Management 80

Project Management Management Budget Thresholds 80

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

To understand how local governments can better manage flood risk, it is important to understand how this work is done at present. Also, due to the large investment of funding and labor required for traditional modeling and mapping methods, analysis may not account for current infrastructure and impervious development.

Insurance 110

Insurance Risk Management Data Management 110

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.

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Accountability Efficiency Budget 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 68

Collaboration Innovation Efficiency Integrity 68

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.

Sustainability 81

Sustainability Data Quality Efficiency 81

The CGP

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The better industry understands requirements, policies, and procedures, the more efficiently and effectively it can respond to the government’s needs. Transparent communication also promotes accountability and trust between the parties and with the public.

Transparency 100

Transparency Negotiation Price Procurement 100

Federal News Network

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Recognizing that initial reports may not contain complete information, even incomplete early reports provide the government an important opportunity to limit the extent of damage to its systems and data,” the proposed rule states. I would say the most important thing is we just do things in an orderly manner.

Professional Services 91

Professional Services Import Data Balance 91

AWS Public Sector

MAY 30, 2024

By utilizing the LZA and CID together, you can streamline the deployment process, ensure compliance with best practices, and gain valuable insights into your cloud environment, ultimately leading to improved operational efficiency, enhanced security, and better-informed decision-making. An architectural diagram of the LZA.

Accountability 78

Accountability Data Management Utilities 78

The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

These safeguards are designed to protect the integrity of the procurement process and ensure fairness and accountability. Understanding these factors and applying them appropriately ensures effective and efficient procurement that aligns with organizational policies and objectives. What is a Solicitation Tool?

Procurement 105

Procurement Competitive Bidding Bidding Supplier 105

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). What is Smart Public Procurement?

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Strategic Planning Balance 52

Extract Systems

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

In an era dominated by technology, it's important that government offices keep up with the times to better serve their constituents. In this blog post we will cover the importance of these initiatives and how automated redaction software plays a pivotal role in ensuring the security and efficiency of these projects.

Government 52

Government Government Transparency Efficiency 52

Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

According to the Government Accountability Office , it is still struggling to meet that mission because of longstanding challenges in at least three major areas. And so it makes it hard to be able to really analyze what the Coast Guard is doing in an efficient way. How many migrant interdictions are they doing?

IT 103

IT Data Efficiency Accountability 103

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 19, 2024

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) published a 2023 report identifying critical federal IT legacy systems in need of modernization that were written in older languages, such as COBOL. ReDuX also enables architects and developers to efficiently convert legacy functions into cloud-native microservices.

Engineering 117

Engineering Data Innovation Efficiency 117

FedScoop

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Government Accountability Office estimates that federal agencies lose up to $521 billion annually due to fraud. TransUnion’s Vice President of Public Sector Identity, Stuart Levy, stresses the importance of efficient identity verification. Download the full report.

Integration 66

Integration Integrity Import Data 66