Curbing Corruption in Government Contracting

APRIL 15, 2020

Yet it is surprisingly rare to see all the parties together in the same room, talking about how they can work together, as happened recently in an intense two-day workshop on analysing procurement data for integrity risks in Jamaica. Our main partner, and co-organiser of the workshop, is the Integrity Commission of Jamaica.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Integrity Integration Procurement 52

Extract Systems

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

This Christmas, government agencies are embracing digital transformation, bidding farewell to manual processes and welcoming streamlined, efficient workflows. Santa's Workshop 2.0: Automation and AI in Government Services The workshop isn't the only place where automation is making waves.

Innovation 52

Innovation Government Government Media 52

Great Government Through Technology

AUGUST 19, 2024

Our new Governmentwide Acquisition Strategy initiative not only aims to enhance operational efficiencies but also to achieve substantial cost savings and increase buying efficiencies. The Better Contracting Initiative is a testament to our commitment to innovation and excellence in government IT procurement.

Procurement 52

Procurement IT Government Government 52

ivalua

APRIL 8, 2020

As we have already seen in a former blog , enterprises often fail at maximizing the value of collaborating with smaller companies. This is a method that is proving more and more efficient to boost innovation according to procurement consulting group AgileBuyer. Urgo employs a wide range of tools to do so.

Supplier 59

Supplier Management Buyers Innovation 59

FedScoop

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Now that we’ve allocated all of the [American Rescue Plan] funds, we’re preparing for the next chapter of the TMF, which builds on the successes we’ve seen to date, with a focus on helping agencies adopt more effective and efficient models for modernization and sharing insights and lessons-learned.

Demand 82

Demand Sustainability Import Capacity 82

ivalua

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

The economic pressures resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic are forcing organizations to operate faster and more efficiently, and digital transformation is front and center. Key benefits include reduced implementation risks, increased efficiency and enhanced ROI. And suddenly, going digital became essential to a business’s survival.

Procurement 10

Procurement Supplier Efficiency Demand 10

Kluwer Arbitration

JULY 11, 2024

The TICC aims to provide a platform for the efficient resolution of commercial disputes involving foreign parties, complementing the existing arbitration infrastructure. This can be particularly appealing to parties who prefer the formality of court proceedings but still desire the specialized knowledge and efficiency of arbitration.

Capacity 52

Capacity Efficiency Collaboration Innovation 52

Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Beyond the Bottom Line: Social value prioritises community well-being over just financial efficiency. Governments may collaborate with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and minority-owned businesses to increase participation. It helps you efficiently in analysing the spending trends in the public sector.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Supply Chain Tender 52

Open Contracting Partnership

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The state government’s vision for public procurement is to have “a more transparent, all-inclusive, efficient, and effective procurement process that supports the participation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), especially women businesses,” says Odewale. To realize that vision, in 2021, EKBPP joined OCP’s Lift accelerator program.

Procurement 89

Procurement E-procurement Public Procurement Bidding 89

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Since signing on as city manager for fast-growing Hutto in 2022, Earp has leveraged his passions for leadership, finance and education to help reshape the city’s operations with an emphasis on collaboration.

Budget 52

Budget Leadership Education Management 52

ivalua

AUGUST 21, 2022

This can take the form of workshops, training, technical advice, provision of tools (software, calculation files, etc.), To improve efficiency, quality, and data capitalization, the buyer must have digitized tools at their disposal. Given the maturity levels in many sectors, a more productive approach is to provide support.

Supplier 52

Supplier Supply Chain Purchasing Buyers 52

Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 14, 2023

These include the regional training workshop on Dispute Management in Africa Infrastructure Projects (DiMAP) which focuses on dispute management and resolution, claims management, etc. The objectives of ACCORD were to explore the value proposition and various models for operational collaboration and agree on a strategic plan.

Capacity 52

Capacity Collaboration Networking Strategic Planning 52

Govshop

JANUARY 18, 2024

Emphasizing speed and scale, it outlines the following priorities: resilient supply chains, workforce readiness, flexible acquisition, and economic deterrence, stressing collaboration with government, industry, and allies.

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Innovation Supply Chain Supplier 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

GSA and DoD Announce Plans to Purchase Record-Setting Amount of Carbon-Free Power GSA announced last Friday, February 9, that it is collaborating with the Department of Defense (DoD) on a search for suppliers to provide Federal facilities with 100 percent carbon-pollution free electricity by 2030.

Price 52

Price E-procurement Ethics Purchasing 52

AWS Public Sector

APRIL 17, 2024

The CIC began collaborating with the University of Pittsburgh and the AWS DI team in early 2023 after identifying an opportunity to use technology to reduce the burden on public health officials, improve patient outcomes, and address systemic inequities. A generated message combatting the misinformation is generated at the bottom of the page.

Innovation 87

Innovation Data Education Evaluation 87

AWS Public Sector

APRIL 4, 2025

Bacterial genome analysis workshops require specialized bioinformatics tools and substantial computational power to process sequencing data. One of the most pressing challenges is the variation in hardware capabilities among participants in the workshop.

Education 98

Education Participation Data Capacity 98

AWS Public Sector

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The Tech Alliance model To address the growing tech skills gap, AWS collaborates with local tech employers, educational institutions, network organizations, and government. The Tech Alliance collaboration starts with an assessment of the employer’s job role profiles and talent needs.

Education 98

Education Automotive Collaboration Manufacturing 98

AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 28, 2024

In collaboration with the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) , the Tech Alliance aims to modernize tech programs of study at Malaysian higher education institutions, connect learners to in-demand tech jobs, and support the development of a highly-skilled tech workforce. billion (MYR 29.2 billion) in Malaysia through 2038.

Education 120

Education Demand Collaboration Innovation 120

AWS Public Sector

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Traditional security models require more efficiency, which is why departments like the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) are mandating zero trust architectures across their agencies. Collaborate with AWS Security Partners to integrate third-party solutions as needed.

Collaboration 75

Collaboration Strategic Planning Evaluation Efficiency 75

Scottish Government Procurement

MARCH 19, 2025

The third sector and representatives of the wider economy at a Public Services Reform Summit, to look at how we collaborate and discuss and set out a path for transformational change on improving public services. And following a successful period of collaboration between the construction industry and the public sector.

Procurement 57

Procurement Public Procurement Sustainability Collaboration 57

AWS Public Sector

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Sixty percent of students are unaware of the support services available to them, according to a recent study by Tyton Partners in collaboration with Anthology. Collaborating with AWS to transform the student experience and institutional outcomes Anthology turned to AWS for help. Anthology is on a mission to change that.

Education 59

Education Collaboration Innovation Quality 59

Great Government Through Technology

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The process was designed to be collaborative, both across the government and with Microsoft, to generate efficiencies for all parties. With every CFO Act agency participating, the ITVMO hosted a Civilian Services Acquisition Workshop (C-SAW). These 24 items comprised the foundation of the GMAS initiative.

Contract 52

Contract Price Vendor Management Negotiation 52

AWS Public Sector

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Recognizing the need for a modern, efficient call center to deliver a better customer experience, the Dallas College leadership turned to Amazon Web Services (AWS) for help. The AWS team presented a detailed solution to Dallas College, followed by a two-day collaborative workshop and a dynamic proof-of-concept (POC).

IT 52

IT Education Efficiency Leadership 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 16, 2025

Whilst these tools can reduce costs and increase efficiency in the arbitration process, they can also raise significant regulatory and ethical questions in relation to risks of fairness and bias, some of which have been addressed in the 2024 AI Act and the 2024 guidelines set out by the Silicon Valley Arbitration & Mediation Center (SVAMC).

Ethics 52

Ethics Negotiation Innovation Corruption 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 22, 2025

These revised rules are aligned with global best practices and aim to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and flexibility of the arbitration process, solidifying QICCA’s position as a leading international arbitration institution within the MENA region. This will enable parties to resolve disputes more effectively and efficiently.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Transparency Electronics Accountability 52

Select GCR

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

They can also provide networking opportunities and workshops to boost small businesses chances in government contracting. Resolution Processes Agencies often prefer to resolve disputes through informal processes before formal claims are filed, promoting efficient and collaborative resolutions.

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Bidding Government Government 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 23, 2025

The EO directs the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to streamline the Federal contracting process to enhance speed and efficiency, reduce costs, and require Federal contractors and subcontractors to comply with our civil rights laws. It also revokes EO 11246 contracting criteria mandating affirmative action.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency E-procurement Professional Services Quality 52