Extract Systems

APRIL 9, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of government technology, the importance of data governance and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) cannot be overstated. Experts emphasize the importance of laying the groundwork for transparent, explainable, and auditable AI systems, collectively referred to as TEA.

Transparency 52

Transparency Data Integrity Integration 52

Open Contracting Partnership

MARCH 28, 2024

Bridging the digital divide: Implementing open procurement for effective digital transformation Digital transformation is arguably the most important administrative undertaking of governments around the world. Before G-Cloud, the average IT tender elicited three to four bids; after G-Cloud, it elicits eight or nine.

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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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Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 19, 2023

At 2 am on Saturday morning, the day after the 10th Conference of the States Parties to the UN Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) was meant to end in Atlanta, exhausted negotiators finally adopted a resolution on “ Promoting transparency and integrity in public procurement in support of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development ”.

Public Procurement 140

Public Procurement Procurement E-procurement IT 140

FedScoop

MARCH 15, 2024

The ever-increasing backlog of Freedom of Information Act requests for federal agencies is due in part to technological issues facing the workers charged with fulfilling them, a new Government Accountability Office report found. said in a statement.

Accountability 141

Accountability Transparency Participation Efficiency 141

The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 14, 2025

The MSPV program accounts for approximately $700 to $800 million in purchases in support of veterans healthcare. As a threshold matter, it is important to note that the remaining 85 percent of supplies and products are ordered manually across the VA. Manual orders increase overall costs, undermine compliance, and limit transparency.

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Whistleblower Network News

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

MKSS has led transparency and anti-corruption movements across India, including for the Right to Information, minimum wage, protection for gig workers, and more. Listen to this important episode on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , or Amazon. Subscribe on your favorite platform!

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The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

The Role of AI in Procurement AI offers powerful tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in procurement processes. These lessons underscore the importance of designing procurement strategies that prioritize clear objectives, technical competence, and stakeholder collaboration.

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FedScoop

JUNE 5, 2024

But he added that it can’t spend “weeks reviewing a model or reviewing one use case” and has to look at how it can “enable the organization to innovate” while still taking inequities and constraints into account. Officials also noted that important criteria for the agency’s own use of the technology are transparency and consistency.

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Whistleblower Network News

MARCH 22, 2024

Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) kicked off Sunshine Week on March 11 with remarks on the Senate floor about the importance of whistleblowers in promoting transparency and accountability. He further noted that “whistleblowers are patriots and our most powerful tool in rooting out waste, fraud, abuse and misconduct.”

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Public Contracting Institute

JULY 8, 2024

Introduction to CAS 405 and Unallowable Costs In the complex world of government contracting, understanding and properly accounting for unallowable costs as per Cost Accounting Standard (CAS) 405 is crucial for success. Let’s dive into the intricacies of CAS 405 and explore how proper compliance can benefit your organization.

Accountability 52

Accountability Internal Control Price Government Contracts 52

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Transparency and accountability are crucial to maintaining public trust and require clear policies on surveillance use and data access.” Cross-departmental collaboration and scalable solutions are important to maximizing ROI and adapting to changing citizen demands within budget constraints.”

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Open Contracting Partnership

JULY 21, 2023

David is the founder of reAcción , a grassroots anti-corruption civil society organization that empowers young people in Paraguay to fight for government transparency and social accountability. Most e-governance technology that attempts to turn citizen feedback into actionable recommendations, is really about upward accountability.

Accountability 52

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Federal News Network

JULY 24, 2024

“Anytime that you have support for additional protest review, whether the court reaffirms or opens the door to a new jurisdiction, it will result in more transparency, accountability and oversight, even if it’s just affirming where we understood jurisdiction to stand already.”

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Transparency Procurement Accountability Contract 105

FedScoop

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The AI Research, Innovation and Accountability Act of 2023 , introduced Wednesday by Sens. This bipartisan legislation is one important step of many necessary towards addressing potential harms. John Thune, R-S.D., Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn.,

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Whistleblower Network News

JUNE 12, 2024

I thank Senator Cruz for bringing this important matter to our attention and anticipate that the measures taken by the U.S. I strongly agree we should have an annual designated National Whistleblowers Day to acknowledge their inestimable contributions to government accountability and transparency,” Dellinger added.

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Inter-American Development Bank

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Digital transformation is changing how government agencies relate to citizens, allowing them to meet their constituents’ needs faster, fairer, and more transparently. CACAO stands for Accounting and Organizational Data Storage and Consultation System. One promising area for governments is the creation of Tax Administrations 3.0

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FedScoop

AUGUST 22, 2024

to take action on the Strengthening Agency Management and Oversight of Software Assets Act by the end of this session, referring to the bill to bolster transparency and communication in IT spending across federal agencies as “must-pass legislation.” Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La.,

Purchasing 131

Purchasing Inventory Utilities Transparency 131

Inside Government Contracts

AUGUST 21, 2023

Section 804 of the House-enacted version of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 would establish a “loser pays” pilot program to require contractors to reimburse the Department of Defense for costs incurred in “processing” bid protests that are ultimately denied by the Government Accountability Office.

Bidding 130

Bidding Quality Sustainability Accountability 130

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.

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Curbing Corruption in Government Contracting

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

For years, the benefits of transparency as a policy tool to increase accountability and counter corruption have been lauded. In public procurement, this has given rise to a global movement promoting procurement data transparency, a.k.a. open contracting. But what do these commitments look like in reality?

Public Procurement 40

Public Procurement Transparency Procurement E-procurement 40

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.

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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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Open Contracting Partnership

JUNE 26, 2024

While open data is a vital first step, it is not the only important factor in combating corruption. Open data provides the foundation for these other elements to thrive, enabling citizens, journalists, and authorities to act as watchdogs and hold those in power accountable.

Corruption 113

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Whistleblower Network News

JANUARY 18, 2024

Analysts who work to expose corruption in the mining sector are particularly important for ensuring a just transition. You cannot achieve a just transition without combatting corruption in the mining sector,” said Bady Baldé, Deputy Executive Director of Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative.

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Whistleblower Network News

MAY 23, 2024

The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) recognizes the urgency of this crisis, stating its “moral and constitutional obligations to ensure that whistleblowers are protected because of the important role they play in fighting corruption.”

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Corruption Networking Transparency Accountability 118

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

Whistleblower Network News

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

According to whistleblower advocates, these regulations have little teeth : whistleblowers continue to face retaliation and there has only been one whistleblower award issued over the past three decades.

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Transparency Accountability Integrity Integration 109

Whistleblower Network News

JUNE 5, 2024

The new strategy is an omnibus of five primary strategies—Education, Public Accountability, Voice, Enforcement, and Incentives—with 60 sub-strategies aimed at cracking down on corruption across sectors and shoring up public trust in the government. Most notable is the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) conspiracy , in which US$4.5

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Great Government Through Technology

MARCH 28, 2024

From reviewing offers and making awards, to monitoring the contract progress with a focus on transparency and accountability, you continue to make a difference and ensure taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly.

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Capital Edge Consulting

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

In government contracting, maintaining a DCAA-approved accounting system is crucial. The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) enforces strict guidelines to ensure that contractors’ accounting systems meet the standards required for compliance. Key Takeaways: Overview of DCAA Approved Accounting System essentials.

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Whistleblower Network News

AUGUST 7, 2024

Senator Johnson noted the importance of protecting whistleblowers in his opening statement, explaining that Congress always needs whistleblowers to come forward. Whistleblower Deborah White, an employee with the General Services Administration, was detailed to a California emergency intake site in 2021.

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Transparency Demand Government Government 104

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.

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Open Contracting Partnership

APRIL 1, 2024

PhilGEPS was such an important partner in the project,” says Abante. You really see them showing up, posting, complaining, suggesting, and commenting on how to make our bike lanes better and our streets safer. Our lives depend on having safer, protected infrastructure. He also fixed some of their coding errors! Source: Kenneth S.

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Select GCR

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Additionally, having a solid accounting system that adheres to generally accepted accounting principles is essential for maintaining compliance and ensuring successful contract management. Detail your methodology to explain how you plan to maintain transparency and address issues promptly.

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Select GCR

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The main purpose of the FOIA is to promote transparency and openness in government by letting the public request and obtain government records. Recognizing the importance of transparency and access to information, we take proactive measures to educate our clients on the FOIA process. How do you submit a FOIA request?

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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.

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