How to Crack a Nut

OCTOBER 18, 2023

SCL AI Clauses The SCL AI clauses have a clear commercial orientation and are meant as a starting point for supplier-customer negotiations, which is reflected on the fact that the proposed clauses contain two options: (1) a ‘pro-supplier’ drafting based on off-the-shelf provision, and (2) a ‘pro-customer’ drafting based on a bespoke arrangement.

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Supplier Transparency Negotiation Procurement 73

Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 1, 2024

As the criticisms of ISDS intensify, this year’s panel focused on the importance and means of amplifying the voices of developing States in ongoing reform efforts at the multilateral level, such as in the context of UNCITRAL Working Group III (“WGIII”) , and at the unilateral, bilateral and regional levels.

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Negotiation Participation Sustainability Influencing 52

Federal News Network

APRIL 10, 2024

A high-level military official negotiates with a contractor. So, this fellow VK had participated in all of the work on the Navy’s behalf for the first phase of this long-term program, and while he was negotiating and dealing with Raytheon, he was also trying to get a job there, basically, and got the job. Tom Temin Right?

Government 93

Government Government Negotiation Ethics 93

Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In a legal context, elements of emotion AI are already being used in negotiation and mediation processes (e.g., AI-powered chatbots used by Walmart to negotiate with suppliers). Soft skills, such as perceiving and responding to implicit cues, are important for fostering an empathetic and responsive dialogue.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Ethics Negotiation Participation 52

Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 5, 2024

She highlighted the importance of establishing clear obligations, noting that the Code sets out a non-exhaustive list of “risks of behaviour” which might suggest a lack of independence or impartiality. He observed that for India to pursue its goal of stable economic development, it was important to instil confidence amongst investors.

Balance 52

Balance Negotiation Sustainability Accountability 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

This “internal” guidance outlines a host of evaluation and negotiation directives, standards, and considerations for FSS contracting officers. The PAP includes other directives and guidance that raise questions regarding equity and balance in the evaluation and negotiation of FSS pricing terms.

Price 49

Price Evaluation Negotiation Purchasing 49

Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 20, 2024

Efficient Record Management Turning to the second point of the checklist, the panel recalled the importance to have an efficient record management. One solution is for legal teams to establish record processes at the time contracts are being negotiated. Lawyers need to be on top on that.

Import 52

Import Efficiency Negotiation Tender 52

Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 13, 2024

To Cózar, understanding this concept of disruption is of utmost importance since this will guide the scope of the dispute. Clients see value in AI replacing routine tasks but are skeptical of using it in high-level work, such as in M&A negotiations.

Negotiation 52

Negotiation Efficiency Quality Balance 52

SmallGovCon

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

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Evaluation Bidding Negotiation Government Contracts 54

GovCon Chamber of Commerce

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

It is important to remain persistent and focused, and to continue to build your skills and knowledge over time. Good business developers are able to communicate effectively, build trust, and negotiate effectively. With hard work and a commitment to quality, you can achieve success in this challenging and rewarding field.

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Quality Media Government Contracts Procurement 52

Import and Trade Remedies

AUGUST 30, 2023

Under certain conditions, the EU says, well-designed subsidy schemes can make an important contribution to achieving climate transition and other environmental goals. extra import duties) aim to offset the benefits of subsidies to beneficiaries that export subsidized products. to its hydrogen industry. International Trade Commission.

Export 40

Export Negotiation Manufacturing Import 40

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 27, 2023

A discussion between economist Gustavo Franco (former President of the Brazilian Central Bank) and arbitrator Maurício Almeida Prado (MAP Negotiation and Arbitration, Partner) ensued, dealing with “Business Contracts and Dispute Resolution in Times of Instability,” particularly in the Brazilian context. Westinghouse (1984) and Gasum v.

Contract 52

Contract Balance Negotiation Insurance 52

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Professor Giorgetti also noted the lengthy negotiation process of the Codes and underscored the potential for divergence in ethical rules arising from their bifurcated nature. For others, there is a growing risk of disputes as States balance investor obligations with environmental commitments.

Balance 52

Balance Negotiation Ethics Import 52

The Procurement School

JULY 24, 2023

If compromises must be made, balance them so that neither party feels resentful. This may signal to the contractor that the contract is not that important to you, and therefore it becomes less important to them. If you find areas where you are not aligned, treat this as an opportunity to fix a problem before it occurs.

Management 52

Management Consulting Evaluation Public Procurement 52

The Procurement School

JUNE 25, 2023

Since governments depend primarily on voter confidence to remain in office, avoiding such negative publicity is of paramount importance to government bodies. While many of the free trade agreements only govern nation-to-nation disputes, the latter two treaties are of particular importance to procurement at all levels of government in Canada.

Procurement 52

Procurement Thresholds Public Procurement Transparency 52

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Under the same rationale a similar principle of in dubio pro investor could have a place in international investment law, given that the foreign investor does not participate in the negotiations of BITs, or the drafting of foreign investment legislation.

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Negotiation Balance Contract Corruption 59

ivalua

AUGUST 17, 2021

Of course, it is important for procurement teams to do this across all spend categories, including direct and indirect spend, which at a high or simplistic level breaks down all of an organization’s spend. Both are essential to the success of every business. What is Direct Procurement?

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain E-procurement Procurement Team 52

ivalua

MAY 1, 2020

Balance Procurement Objectives. Before diving into specifics, I feel it is important to note how the crisis has emphasized the importance of Procurement / Supply Chain leaders having a balanced set of objectives. Others may still be applied to help businesses better manage the effects of the crisis.

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Supply Chain Management Supplier E-procurement 52

Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 2, 2024

Indeed, corruption-related allegations play an important role in resolving the parties’ dispute. Here, the Tribunal adopted a balanced standard as developed in Sanum v. However, investment arbitration is rapidly evolving to counteract this phenomenon. Laos (PCA Case No. 2013-13, Award of 12 September 2012, para.

Corruption 52

Corruption Bidding Balance Public Procurement 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 8, 2024

Third , investors might negotiate new or amend existing contracts with EU member states or their agencies to include provisions for arbitration with substantive protections, preferably seated outside the EU. Finally, it was recalled that the ECtHR has also contributed to this discourse, notably in cases like the KlimaSeniorinnen v.

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Influencing Balance Negotiation Corruption 52

ivalua

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Balancing New Priorities Makes Procurement More Valuable. Access to this data is especially important when there are supply chain disruptions , such as those caused by the global pandemic. Doing so safely requires having access to the right data, and the tools and technologies to act on it.

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain Supplier Manufacturing 52

ivalua

MAY 9, 2023

Such broad priorities require new supplier strategies, new information and a delicate balancing act between competing objectives. Survey results in a new study by Forrester , commissioned by Ivalua, reveal several important lessons for procurement leaders to keep in mind as they adapt their departments for success.

Procurement 52

Procurement Supplier Collaboration Supply Chain 52

Procurement Notes

OCTOBER 10, 2022

For contracts being developed or negotiated during this period of unusually high inflation, an EPA clause may be an appropriate tool to equitably balance the risk of inflation between the Government and contractor. 86] Perhaps most important, “[t]he authority conferred by Pub. Arguably, Mr. Tenaglia’s May 25, 2022 memo.

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Government Government Price Contract 40

Government Contracts Legal Forum

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Contract type and the availability of a remedy from the government for the consequences of a shutdown will also be important in the decision-making process. For contractors without readily available cash or credit lines, the consequences of more than a brief delay in payment could be more consequential. What Remedies Are Available?

Government 52

Government Government Contract Insurance 52

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Rodrigo Bahia explained these put them ‘in line’ with the principles of the rest of the industry internationally which supports levelling the playing field for negotiations, even though the templates still present important concerns. It’s a balance. He queried whether we are “failing” the global south again.

Negotiation 52

Negotiation Public Private Partnership Insurance Procurement Team 52

Bonfire

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

How that money is invested becomes the most important question, because you’re never going to have enough. A lot of agencies view procurement as a transactional tool for negotiating with suppliers. That is absolutely non-negotiable, and our Bonfire system has helped us achieve that.”. I learned that the hard way at DC Water.”.

Finance 59

Finance Management Utilities Efficiency 59

Inter-American Development Bank

MAY 31, 2022

The administration of the tax would require a single tax return (consolidated balance sheet of the mega MNE) to be filed with the tax authorities of the country where the ultimate parent company is domiciled, and the information would be shared with the other countries. This will enhance the important progress achieved to date.

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Thresholds Distribution Electronics Accountability 52

Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

company is going to obtain a commercial export license for those defense articles from the State Department, which will allow them to negotiate with and sell directly to a foreign government. Bucket 2R is known or the direct commercial sales or DCS sales transactions where the U.S. So in both cases, those transactions are subject to U.S.

Export 107

Export Supply Chain Manufacturing Participation 107

The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

This “internal” guidance outlines a host of evaluation and negotiation directives, standards, and considerations for FSS contracting officers. The PAP includes other directives and guidance that raise questions regarding equity and balance in the evaluation and negotiation of FSS pricing terms.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Price Contract E-procurement 52

Procurement Notes

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Administratively, where applicable, the procuring Agency can invoke its rights under FAR Clause 52.215-2 (Audit and Records-Negotiation) to inspect contractor records to verify compliance with the Vaccine Mandate (review payroll records, vaccine records, exemption records, etc.). exercises an option, or issues a new order? Still enforceable?

E-procurement 40

E-procurement Contract Procurement Government 40

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

All of the panelists emphasized the importance of using model clauses provided by reputable arbitral institutions, such as SIAC, to ensure efficiency and completeness of procedural requirements, instead of drafting from scratch. (PDRCI) and Managing Partner of Magtibay Angeles & Alfelor Law Offices; and Prof.

Purchasing 52

Purchasing Participation Efficiency Influencing 52

How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The importance and positive contribution of public procurement law to the adequate management of public funds may seem difficult to appreciate in ordinary times, and there are recurrent calls for a reduction of the administrative burden and bureaucracy related to procurement procedures, checks and balances.

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Public Procurement Procurement Buyers Tender 104