The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 14, 2025

The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement (the Coalition) continues to collect recommendations for the Government Procurement Efficiency List (GPEL). Manual orders increase overall costs, undermine compliance, and limit transparency. Thank you to all those who have submitted recommendations.

Supply Chain 49

Supply Chain Purchasing Transparency Price 49

AWS Public Sector

JUNE 24, 2024

Governments encourage public sector organizations, businesses, and citizens to embrace digital technologies and practices through a range of incentives. They create an enabling culture for innovation and promote transparency and trust in digitized services.

Government 78

Government Government Transparency Public Private Partnership 78

GovLoop

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

During the last two years, government agencies have proven they can deliver digital services at speed. The problem is that the surge in demand is happening when agencies are dealing with budget constraints and worker shortages. “Seamless, omnichannel support is a building block for digital government,” Boronkay said.

Demand 59

Demand Transparency Budget Management 59

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.

Government 72

Government Government Collaboration Transparency 72

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.

Transparency 45

Transparency Procurement Supplier End to End 45

FedScoop

JUNE 18, 2024

It is essential that Congress provide resources to allow the TMF to continue to meet the growing demand for investments which address constantly evolving technology needs, threats and advancements so that government can deliver better for the American people,” GSA Administrator Robin Carnahan said in a press release. Nancy Mace, R-S.C.,

Finance 124

Finance Education Transparency Quality 124

FedInsider

MARCH 4, 2024

For instance, the state’s 2022-23 IT strategic plan emphasizes improving IT resiliency in part by getting away from legacy systems, implementing an enterprise architecture, and improving demand management and service delivery, to name a few. Jane brings a lifetime career in media and government to her role. Moses received a Ph.D.,

Government 98

Government Government Strategic Planning Data 98

ivalua

OCTOBER 18, 2022

The business case for data-driven transparency is not hard to make. Although a significant gap exists between procurement organizations’ supply chain transparency aspirations and their current capabilities, there are several steps teams can take that will yield a rapid boost to supplier visibility. Below, Improve Data Quality.

Transparency 52

Transparency Supply Chain Data Procurement 52

Tracker Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

British businesses looking to fulfil domestic demands have turned to alternative means to supplement imports and exports. As vacancies rose, the haulage driver shortage created tension between the industry and the government. So what has this meant for meeting the UK’s domestic demand? Is There a Clear Plan For the Future?

Tender 52

Tender Demand Export Contract 52

Whistleblower Network News

JULY 15, 2024

In a letter filed with the SEC, representation for the whistleblowers called for a federal investigation into OpenAI’s policies, demanding changes to ensure a culture of transparency and accountability as the industry races to develop artificial intelligence. We must have a culture of transparency, openness, and honest debate.

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Whistle-blowing Transparency Demand Accountability 117

Federal News Network

MARCH 26, 2025

To celebrate our 25th anniversary in 2025, we’re spotlighting 25 pivotal moments that reshaped the way the government operates. In some cases, like federal employee air travel, OMB now requires agencies to use the governments designated best-in-class contract for all of their purchasing in a particular category.

Category Management 55

Category Management Management Purchasing Budget 55

AWS Public Sector

JULY 31, 2024

Lire cet article en Français The potential of open data to transform governance and public services is immense, but realizing this potential requires overcoming common obstacles. Advancing data governance and stewardship practices to build trust and enable secure data sharing between departments, including safeguarding privacy.

Data 75

Data Government Government Demand 75

Whistleblower Network News

MARCH 8, 2024

The AFT memo highlights an example of a former employee found guilty and subjected to criminal charges, stating, “Within the past year, an ATF employee pleaded guilty and was criminally convicted in federal court of theft of government records related to SBU information.”

Whistle-blowing 124

Whistle-blowing Accountability Transparency Demand 124

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

AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Government organisations can improve e-governance standards and enable on-demand digital services for citizens and businesses across India. Customers can rely on AWS Partners’ deep technical expertise to respond quickly and securely, driving innovative solutions for the government.

E-auction 83

E-auction Government Government E-procurement 83

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 26, 2024

Introduction Government authorities such as tax, unemployment insurance, and other finance agencies across the US and globally are seeking ways to innovate. As the volume, velocity, and variety of data grows, government authorities are now investing in modern data strategies that treat data as an asset and allow it to be used effectively.

Data 78

Data Government Government Insurance 78

Whistleblower Network News

APRIL 25, 2024

Lee commends the DOJ’s decision to develop a whistleblower award program and outlines the key elements of the SEC program in a new article “A Proven Success: The SEC Whistleblower Regime Provides a Roadmap for DOJ’s New Program” published by the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance. “At

Transparency 107

Transparency Demand Networking IT 107

Federal News Network

OCTOBER 20, 2023

As FAS Commissioner Sonny Hashmi stated in a recent post, “Our regional based employees aren’t going away, but this shift in our structure will meet the growing demand from our customers that FAS respond holistically when it comes to contracting assistance.” Third, the alignment provides an opportunity to improve data management.

Negotiation 97

Negotiation Price Transparency Data 97

Federal News Network

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Both the GSAR and FAR were subject to the transparent rule making process whereby the public was provided an opportunity to review and submit comments on proposed rules. ” The specific date the PAP was issued is unclear as the PAP was not subject to the transparent rule making process. The PRC conflicts with the FAR 8.4

Negotiation 59

Negotiation Price Government Government 59

How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

On 13 November 2023, the UK Government published guidance setting out its ambitions for innovation procurement under the new Procurement Act 2023 (not yet in force, of which you can read a summary here). This further expands on the ambitions underpinning the Transforming Public Procurement project that started after Brexit. 94 PA 2023).

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Procurement Innovation E-procurement Buyers 128

FedScoop

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The sightings of what people have thought to be drones in recent weeks have sparked furor and lawmaker demands for answers. They also come amid a broader conversation about policy and transparency surrounding government response to unidentified aerial phenomena, or UAP. New Jersey and New York lawmakers, including Sen.

Transportation 103

Transportation Transportation Electronics Transparency 103

Whistleblower Network News

AUGUST 7, 2024

Caseworks have explained that they were forced to rush through vetting processes to keep up with demands. Senator Grassley explained that since then, he has brought these concerns to Senate Judiciary hearings and expanded his investigation into internal government records. She explained that U.S.

Transparency 103

Transparency Demand Government Government 103

Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Diving into government contracting with SAM requires a clear roadmap to success. Learn the ins and outs of maintaining compliance, crafting a competitive bid, and positioning your business for growth through federal opportunities, all through the lens of SAM’s pivotal role in government procurement.

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Government Government Contract 52

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.

Buyers 88

Buyers E-procurement Transparency Procurement 88

GovSpend

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Paige emphasized the importance of assessing a vendor’s credibility and reliability using historical data, including which government agencies they’ve worked with and whether they deliver goods and services on time. This revelation motivated him to bring more transparency to government purchasing.

Procurement 105

Procurement Purchasing Price Bidding 105

ivalua

JUNE 26, 2023

Vishal Patel and Peter Hunt delivered their session ‘Creating Value with Strategic Sourcing’ to discuss how Procurement professionals are recognizing that the fast-paced digital landscape of today demands new approaches to category management and strategic sourcing. The answer is simple – automation.

Procurement 97

Procurement Strategic Sourcing Supply Chain Sustainability 97

WashngtonExec

APRIL 10, 2025

Mandy Walter-Beam, Two Six Technologies As vice president of contracts and procurement at Two Six Technologies, Mandy Walter-Beam helps to shape the company’s strategic direction, foster growth and lead the complex world of compliance in government contracting. I know the stakes, because Ive lived them. We aim to be a force multiplier.

Contract 40

Contract Negotiation Supply Chain Procurement 40

AWS Public Sector

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Digital transformation of back-office operations Modernizing at any level of government requires vision and a long-term strategy. Transparency is critical because the solution you choose will serve as the single source of truth for dozens of other agencies. Reevaluate and be bold in action to build what the future workforce demands.”

Transparency 75

Transparency Data Leadership Finance 75

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

It focuses on how public sector entities can enhance compliance and transparency. Predictive Analytics: Uses advanced data analytics, such as machine learning, to predict future demand, analyze potential supply chain risks, and facilitate informed procurement decisions. What is Data Analytics in Procurement?

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Procurement Data Supply Chain 52

Kluwer Arbitration

AUGUST 9, 2024

Where contracts contain arbitration agreements, parties ( e.g. , suppliers and demanders) may litigate their disputes over non-compliance with ESG-provisions before an arbitral tribunal. Conclusion The future of arbitration can be shaped by integrating ESG factors and AI, and by prioritising diversity, accessibility, and transparency.

Finance 98

Finance Transparency Demand Sustainability 98

GovLoop

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Building our own case management system will provide more transparency, more accountability, and more access and a cheaper cost,” said Holthoff, who has worked in court IT for 30 years. “No Sullivan said he realizes that many litigants don’t miss their dates intentionally but are juggling the demands of their busy lives.

Innovation 96

Innovation Transparency Demand Management 96

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 21, 2024

Yaara Tam, head of multinational organizations, and Barbara Baeyens, head of Benelux, announced the launch of new AWS learning plans for civil servants , specifically designed for European Union (EU) government agencies to help government employees build cloud skills and accelerate digital transformation.

Sustainability 78

Sustainability Data Innovation Transparency 78

ivalua

MARCH 11, 2020

Companies will face a variety of short and long-term challenges, such as balancing the effects of downward prices, output cuts, movement of demand to alternative energy sources, heavy capital investment for new capacity, complex government regulations and rising operating costs.

Supplier 52

Supplier Demand Procurement Team Price 52

FedScoop

DECEMBER 22, 2023

government-funded news networks and international broadcasters. Voice of America already has many detractors — foreign governments around the world — that accuse it of being propaganda,” Hickey continued. VOA, which has a weekly worldwide audience of approximately 326 million, is the largest and oldest of U.S.

Leadership 130

Leadership Media Management Transparency 130

FedInsider

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Agenda Learning Objectives Complimentary Registration Live Captioning CART Agenda Join us as thought leaders from government and industry discuss the central role of Active Directory in managing identity, credentialing and access management, and what they consider best practices to protect its integrity. Department of Agriculture.

Engineering 111

Engineering Leadership Management Networking 111

Inter-American Development Bank

JANUARY 12, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the critical role of flexibility in fiscal governance. Such situations increasingly demand robust fiscal efforts, prompting a reevaluation of the clarity and effectiveness of escape clauses. This enhances objectivity and transparency, strengthening the credibility of escape clause implementations.

Government 52

Government Government Balance Quality 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Both the GSAR and FAR were subject to the transparent rule making process whereby the public was provided an opportunity to review and submit comments on proposed rules. The specific date the PAP was issued is unclear as the PAP was not subject to the transparent rule making process. The PRC conflicts with the FAR 8.4

Negotiation 40

Negotiation Price Government Government 40