FedScoop

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Efforts to create such guidance and best practices began around April with a request for information by the AI and Open Government Data Assets Working Group within the department’s Data Governance Board. Other challenges for the department include data sensitivity and transparency, Osborn said.

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The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

This vision aligns with the aspirations of many governments: leveraging technology to enhance public services , reduce costs, and promote sustainability. Far from being a mere bureaucratic task, procurement is the mechanism through which governments acquire the infrastructure and technology needed for this transformation.

Procurement 59

Procurement Supply Chain E-procurement Public Procurement 59

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The firm offers solutions for cities , other governments and corrections. Local governments face issues that range from balancing public safety and individual privacy rights to managing vast amounts of data securely and efficiently. In 2024, governments face challenges when they buy technology, Cunningham tells Co-op Solutions.

Purchasing 110

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GovLoop

JANUARY 24, 2023

Local government services play a role in so much of our everyday lives that they become invisible. To achieve that, local governments must move away from budgeting for services in silos and come together to create a digital twin of the organization, Francis said. Rules-based software avoids these problems. “By

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Inter-American Development Bank

OCTOBER 31, 2024

In the following paragraphs, we will explore the key elements of this transformative agenda and the opportunities for action available to governments in the region. As a result, addressing passive waste through capacity-building measures can generate large savings for governments. What is Smart Public Procurement?

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The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

While it aligns with Liberia’s approach, the Model Law places greater emphasis on transparency, the documentation of justification for using restricted bidding, and minimizing disruptions to competition. Policies governing Shopping typically require quotations from at least three vendors.

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Procurement Competitive Bidding Bidding Supplier 105

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

As six out of 10 government finance teams still rely on manual reconciliation , the survey findings echo this, in which 46.1% The most prominent issues include delinquent payments, lack of compliance and the complexities involved in collecting payments for various government services.

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Select GCR

APRIL 26, 2024

Introducing the Client Success Government Marketing Program (CSGMP) – the ultimate solution in government marketing! CSGMP stands out as the premier marketing program designed specifically to drive success in the government sphere. Prepare to excel in government procurement with our strategic and informative program.

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AWS Public Sector

JULY 24, 2024

Government organizations face challenges that include tight budgets and rapidly evolving citizen demands. In the UK, 44 local government bodies—called councils—use an open approach to share expertise and pool resources to transform their web publishing platforms using LocalGov Drupal. website, launched in 2012.

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FedScoop

AUGUST 20, 2024

In a report made public Monday , the Government Accountability Office outlined 37 total priority recommendations to improve how the Office of Management and Budget encourages adequate technology-related practices across the federal landscape.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 29, 2019

Procurement transparency exists within the public sector because it is required by law. And yet, not all transparency is equally effective. Suppliers need bidding and contract transparency. The public needs spend and supplier selection transparency.

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Transparency Procurement Supplier End to End 45

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. When we search large volumes of data, we receive tons of records back that are potentially relevant.

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Select GCR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

A prime contractor is a company or entity hired directly by the federal government to oversee and execute large-scale projects. This article will explore what is prime contractor roles, responsibilities, and the importance of prime contractors in government projects. Prime contractors have a wide-ranging scope of work.

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GovLoop

MARCH 25, 2024

In an article about rebuilding trust in government, Deloitte Insights broke down government work into six archetypes: retailer, retailer-like, innovator, educator, regulator and enforcer. It’s a question worth asking, and it may lead to insights that help you develop a better relationship with the public.

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The Procurement ClassRoom

MAY 11, 2024

The interplay between these principles ensures the responsible and transparent management of public funds, crucial for meeting community needs while optimizing economic benefits. Leveraging technology and e-procurement tools can significantly improve efficiency, transparency, and access to procurement opportunities.

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FedScoop

JUNE 28, 2024

The Chief Data Officers Council was created in compliance with the Foundations for Evidence-Based Policymaking Act of 2018 to promote data-sharing across the federal landscape and assist agencies with the implementation of transparent data practices called for in the OPEN Government Data Act. Willam Timmons, R-S.C.,

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Open Contracting Partnership

JUNE 4, 2024

Public procurement needs to be more transparent, efficient, and accountable to tackle the major social and economic challenges faced by governments across the world. But governments’ digital transformation of their systems to better achieve these goals are at varying stages of development and maturity.

E-procurement 82

E-procurement Procurement Public Procurement Transparency 82

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

Procureware

APRIL 12, 2019

Most procurement software projects are focused on efficiency; however, transparency needs to have equal attention. Trust is the cornerstone of procurement and transparency builds trust. Vancouver also provides a budget estimate and a bidders list.

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FedScoop

APRIL 9, 2024

The Government Accountability Office said pricing estimates for Direct File — the electronic filing program made available this tax season for payers in 12 states — didn’t include start-up costs, including for the technology underpinning the system. Werfel left the door open in his letter for Direct File to be a one-and-done program.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 24, 2025

The goalis to improve contractor performance, increase competition at the order level, increase transparency, and increase customer satisfaction. DoD, SBA to Pour Over $2.8 billion to 13 technology firms through the Small Business Investment Company Critical Technology initiative for projects deemed vital to national security.

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Extract Systems

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, government agencies face the formidable challenge of staying current with technological advancements while fulfilling their primary mission: serving the public effectively and efficiently. This is where automated data extraction technology comes into play.

Government 52

Government Government Transparency Efficiency 52

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The mayor’s purpose that day was to introduce his new 10-year operational strategic plan to an audience of some 500 employees—a plan intended to modernize the way government works, make services more accessible, empower the city workforce and improve the city’s financial outlook.

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FedScoop

APRIL 5, 2024

Exploring generative AI uses comes as the CDC, like agencies throughout the federal government, looks to create its own approach to artificial intelligence. A recent Office of Management and Budget memo further directs agencies to “assess potential beneficial uses” of generative AI uses and establish safeguards.

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FedScoop

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

With that in mind, subcommittee members last week voted unanimously in favor of edits to two recommendations governing excluded AI use cases in Federal CIO Council guidance. The recommendation also includes several oversight mechanisms governing an agency’s use of AI. And these inventories are supposed to guide that.”

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FedScoop

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The bill would also require the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop recommendations for agencies regarding “high-impact” AI systems, which the Office of Management and Budget would then implement. This bipartisan legislation is one important step of many necessary towards addressing potential harms.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Attendees will gain insights into policy shifts, the budget outlook, and the overall procurement state of play in 2025 and beyond. Acquisition officials from Federal agencies will be in attendance to provide the latest updates and discuss “what’s next” in terms of government policies, programs, and initiatives. James Peake , M.D.,

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E-procurement Logistics Budget Procurement 52

FedInsider

AUGUST 5, 2024

The Office of Management and Budget recently released policy guidance to remove unnecessary barriers that hinder agencies’ responsible implementation of AI-centric solutions. Jane brings a lifetime career in media and government to her role. She has held senior roles at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and the U.S.

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AWS Public Sector

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Develop a governance strategy A governance strategy enables an organization to manage multiple cloud projects simultaneously in a flexible, coordinated, and interdependent way. The following tips can help your agency develop a governance strategy. How do we test the solution with customers and measure success?

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Public Contracting Institute

MAY 20, 2024

Government Construction Projects: Bidding and Winning Strategies for Success Government construction projects offer significant opportunities for businesses to grow and thrive. In this article, we’ll explore key aspects of government construction projects and provide insights to help you secure contracts and achieve success.

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Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Approach: The new director of the procurement agency led the development of a data-driven corruption risk monitoring system and worked with a reform team to strengthen the institutional capacity of government buyers, improve cross-agency coordination and increase collaboration with civil society. More recently, it canceled a RD$1.3

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Federal News Network

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Unfortunately, few defense IT programs deliver on time nor on budget in spite of over half of the budget going to consultants and system engineering and technical analysis (SETA) contractors. Some major technology companies have sought to influence government contractors through kickbacks, job offers and special discounts.

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Public Private Partnership IT Influencing Corruption 114

GovLoop

JULY 18, 2023

Aggravating that is the scarcity of IT talent, which hits government particularly hard. And, Barry said, government systems tend to grow more complex, although simplicity would improve internal processes and constituent experiences. All this is transparent to the user and happens without interrupting the workflow.

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DemandStar

MARCH 1, 2022

This will ensure that governments get their money’s worth and that vendors that don’t comply with contract stipulations do not get rehired. Lack of standardization There is security and transparency in a standardized procurement process. No purchase order Part of compliance is accurately tracking the budget and spending.

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GovLoop

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Government employees don’t operate in a vacuum. The act of trusting builds transparency, added Nate Benjamin, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at AmeriCorps. We aligned our outcomes back up to…organizational success and ensured that we had the fiscal budgeting to support the bottom line,” Benjamin said. Trust is nonlinear.

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Strategic Planning Influencing Transparency Import 119

FedInsider

MARCH 25, 2024

Using a templatized technology strategy can boost mission outcomes while humanizing data-driven modernization and leveraging artificial intelligence in a responsible, transparent way. Jane brings a lifetime career in media and government to her role. For instance, the U.S. She has held senior roles at the U.S.

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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. The government needs to think about the local communities, about creating jobs.

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Public Procurement Procurement E-procurement Transparency 80