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

ivalua

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

This approach may seem 100% relevant for an organisation such as Everlane , but the recent CIPS online conference that Ivalua presented at was enlightening by understanding the focus of a large organisation such as Vodafone in social equality. How to address Green Supply Chain Management?

Supply Chain 75

Supply Chain Supplier End to End Sustainability 75

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. However, AI also presents challenges.

Finance 98

Finance Transparency Demand Sustainability 98

Inter-American Development Bank

AUGUST 1, 2023

This option is currently of particular importance, as inflation has been high, surpassing 15% in most emerging markets and reaching the highest average levels in the last 25 years in advanced economies. In this blog, we discuss how debt dynamics vary when inflation shocks are either demand or supply driven.

Balance 52

Balance Demand Finance Influencing 52

AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

However, it’s important to note that the guidance primarily targets inter -agency data exchange patterns and supports most intra -agency patterns. Data exchange recommendations for on-demand use cases The data will not traverse the public internet where possible.

Data 75

Data Government Government Demand 75

Import and Trade Remedies

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The CBAM requires importers to report the embedded greenhouse gas emissions in carbon-intensive goods (initially aluminium, cement, iron and steel, electricity, fertilisers and hydrogen) and, from the commencement of the operational phase in 2026, purchase “CBAM certificates” to account for these emissions.

Supply Chain 45

Supply Chain Demand Purchasing Import 45

Inter-American Development Bank

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

In the short run, debt can finance higher government spending, which increases aggregate demand and the gross domestic product of a country. This effect can be particularly important in countries with scarce physical and human capital. The results are presented in Figure 2 below.

Thresholds 105

Thresholds Quality Influencing Finance 105

AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Offering isolation and security, containers help applications run in their own independent environment, minimizing the risk of data breaches and unauthorized access, which is important for public sector organizations as they handle sensitive data. Amazon ECS presents an AWS-guided solution for effectively managing containers on a large scale.

Total Cost of Ownership 126

Total Cost of Ownership Efficiency Data TCO 126

SmallGovCon

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

As always, please keep in mind, despite the commonalities discussed below, the question of whether to protest is highly fact-specific and demands careful consideration. First, it is important to establish just what a pre-award protest is. What is a “pre-award” protest? In One Community Auto, LLC , B-419311 (Comp.

Bidding 105

Bidding Import Evaluation Contract 105

GovLoop

JANUARY 6, 2023

For those in the cloud, or on the way there, large data volumes can be problematic, as can the demand for specific tools, controls and policies. Government needs to provide both employees and the public with a modernized experience, one that allows on-demand access to data and services. Find a Cloud Partner You Can Trust. Favorite.

Government 52

Government Government Demand Inventory 52

AWS Public Sector

JULY 31, 2024

Auto Scaling of Amazon EC2 instances allows customers to both minimize their costs during times of less system usage as well as dynamically or systematically surge to meet peak demand. One can think about end user compute devices coming and going with a user, virtual desktop services, or even Citrix-based application presentation.

Utilities 78

Utilities Networking Demand Management 78

Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 15, 2024

The global fight against climate change demands a swift transition to cleaner energy sources. Africa is uniquely positioned to become a major player in Green Hydrogen due to several factors, some of which are: Global Demand : There is a significant demand for green hydrogen in Europe and other regions, exceeding current production levels.

Demand 52

Demand Sustainability Capacity Import 52

AWS Public Sector

JUNE 19, 2024

Why customer experience (CX) is so important Customer experience can be applied across the entire customer journey, not just one point in time. This is particularly important for organizations with large catalogs where new products are frequently being added. The configuration file contains settings and rules for data processing.

Data 75

Data Efficiency Demand Import 75

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

OCTOBER 25, 2024

As buyers we often expect a lot from our suppliers, but do we take the time to think about what they need from us in order to perform to the standard we often demand of them? It is important for us to remember the suppliers perspective and to effectively communicate with them, so we receive the end product that we want.

Supplier 52

Supplier Supply Chain Ethics Sustainability 52

ivalua

MAY 31, 2022

In a market where production capacity has been saturated by exponential demand, product suppliers now have the upperhand. Why is Supplier Information so important? Ivalua offers a whole new view of the subcontracting supply chain that lets you identify subcontractors who present the highest level of risk in just a click.

Supplier 98

Supplier Supply Chain Procurement Team Tender 98

Federal News Network

JANUARY 19, 2024

And a lot of these product categories and more generally are real strong demand, particularly looking at things like defense, manufacturing and defense articles right now, you know, a tremendous demand on a lot of these products and not the ability for the manufacturing base to meet the demand. So, you’re absolutely right.

Manufacturing 91

Manufacturing Contract Supply Chain Procurement 91

Select GCR

APRIL 30, 2024

Additionally, becoming a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) is another key certification alongside WOSB that underscores a commitment to diversity and inclusion, highlighting the importance and advantages of being a WBENC-Certified Women’s Business Enterprise.

Networking 98

Networking Government Contracts Supplier Contract 98

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 19, 2024

Problem Rearchitecting mainframe applications to modern, cloud-native services presents several challenges, which has resulted in mainframe lock-in. This demands a roadmap that spans several years and mindful strangulation of the applications to not hinder ongoing business operations.

Engineering 117

Engineering Data Innovation Efficiency 117

GovLoop

MARCH 25, 2024

It’s really important to have training that captures the interest of employees and will resonate enough that they’ll remember it.” Generate Tools for Learning Videos are one of the most important — and most expensive — training tools. Hayden stressed that responsible use of AI demands that a human review the AI’s output.

Quality 64

Quality Participation Import Demand 64

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 21, 2024

When you chat with Q, it provides immediate, relevant, and actionable information and advice to help streamline tasks, speed decision-making, and help spark creativity,” said Dominic Delmolino, vice president of technology for AWS worldwide public sector, who presented a demo during Levy’s keynote. Want more in-person public sector content?

Sustainability 78

Sustainability Data Innovation Transparency 78

GovLoop

JANUARY 12, 2023

Instead, agencies can apply a platform to identify and digitize information they need in a repeatable manner that scales to meet enterprise demands. This article appears in our guide, “Agency of the Future: How New Possibilities are Emerging in the Present.” Defining Digital. Digital-first efforts are underway in government agencies.

Data 59

Data Efficiency Electronics Demand 59

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

A major challenge: Managing workload identity Securing multi-cloud applications for state and local government entities presents a major challenge: managing workload identity. The bottom line is that a comprehensive security policy demands applications to be protected at every level, from infrastructure to code.

Distribution 77

Distribution Engineering Integration Integrity 77

GovLoop

MAY 10, 2024

.” — Rochelle Haynes , Managing Director of What Works Cities Using Data Agencies collect data at monthly or quarterly intervals, compiling several years’ worth of information (a long-term perspective is important), and establish benchmarks that offer context. by field office) and presented in a data dashboard that tells a visual story.

Data 52

Data Public Private Partnership Transparency Management 52

Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 9, 2023

Mayara Nunes (Deputy Counsel, ICC International Court of Arbitration) provided an overview of the ICC’s activities in Brazil and the Northeast, presenting statistics that indicate a growth trend. In her words, “a s lawyers, we play a very important role in ensuring the expeditiousness and efficiency of the procedure ”.

Public Bidding 52

Public Bidding Import Bidding Demand 52

Tracker Intelligence

MARCH 16, 2024

The Importance of Railway Cleaning Tenders Railway cleaning tenders are an important link between service providers and the demand for clean, well-maintained trains and depots. Tracker Intelligence helps companies by providing the right knowledge and tools to find and win railway cleaning tenders.

Tender 52

Tender Market Analysis Bidding Demand 52

FedScoop

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Photo by Gabriel Bouys / AFP via Getty Images) Overcrowded and inefficient, with a slow rate of construction that doesn’t meet demand. Its mobility is really important in terms of what a difficult-to-reach area Nome is.” That’s what the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation found in its 2018 housing assessment for the state’s rural areas.

Logistics 123

Logistics Transportation Transportation Quality 123

Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 10, 2024

Sobota highlighted significant legislative measures enacted by the United States, such as the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 and the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 , aimed at bolstering domestic technology production and imposing restrictions on semiconductor imports.

Influencing 52

Influencing Import Supply Chain Collaboration 52

FedScoop

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Failing to adapt to the unique demands of AI workloads will leave agencies lagging behind in a world where agility and intelligent automation are increasingly critical to success. Moreover, the increasing sophistication of cyber threats demands a renewed focus on hardware security. They deliver both cost and energy efficiency.

Government 45

Government Government Demand Data 45

ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

But for businesses of just about every type, the disruptive impact of the epidemic was something more ominous: It presented an existential threat to their survival. Fall in demand; cashflow shortfalls due to collection challenges; port congestion; and disruptions to air cargo, trucking and rail services, affect companies globally.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Retail Manufacturing Supplier 52

The Procurement School

AUGUST 21, 2024

Due to workload demands, internal procurement staff have limited ability to provide timely input on projects which are running concurrently. Policy challenges: Staffing time is consumed on a daily basis, meeting the demand for the ongoing requisite goods and services. Outsourcing deliberations demand a measured business case.

Procurement 52

Procurement Competitive Bidding Public Procurement Supplier 52

ivalua

JANUARY 31, 2022

During the webinar, Ardent Partners highlighted a series of market trends and predictive scenarios for 2022, focusing on massive challenges brought on by the global pandemic that procurement organizations are facing today and present a thoughtful discourse on the road ahead. The annual rate of inflation in the United States hit 6.2%

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain Supplier Consumer Demands 52

GovSpend

APRIL 23, 2024

Archisha then turned the presentation over to Maria for her insightful presentation. Maria offered practical advice, stressing the importance of thorough compliance reviews and legal consultations to navigate the complexities of government contracting. The webinar wasn’t just a rundown of changes and legalities.

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Contract Government Government 52

The Softly Spark

APRIL 29, 2024

Let’s look at how this term presents inherent risks to sustainable businesses. Municipal recycling facilities (MRFs) often reject LDPE plastic bags due to their propensity to clog machinery, endanger workers, and lack of demand in international markets. As of 2018, China is no longer purchasing LDPE plastic from other countries.

Retail 52

Retail Sustainability Demand Purchasing 52

The Softly Spark

APRIL 29, 2024

Let’s look at how this term presents inherent risks to sustainable businesses. Municipal recycling facilities (MRFs) often reject LDPE plastic bags due to their propensity to clog machinery, endanger workers, and lack of demand in international markets. As of 2018, China is no longer purchasing LDPE plastic from other countries.

Retail 52

Retail Sustainability Demand Purchasing 52

Inter-American Development Bank

MARCH 7, 2023

To contribute to this progress, the Bank has just published the study Fiscal Policy for Resilience and Decarbonization: Contributions to Policy Dialogue (in Spanish), which presents a series of potentially useful policy options for decision makers.

Finance 52

Finance Price Sustainability Capacity 52

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

This blog looks to address the role and importance of driving long-term sustainability and supporting the development of a circular economy. Stakeholder engagement : Consider the important role of all stakeholders, and how effective engagement on their behalf could help promote more sustainable and circular economic activities.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Procurement Supply Chain E-procurement 52

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 19, 2024

Why using old procurement methods is a problem Cloud computing presents a difficult choice for organizations: adopt and shift operating models to take advantage of its benefits or maintain the status quo and miss out. Figure 1 show a comparison of on-premises and cloud procurement models against nonlinear application demand.

Procurement 80

Procurement IT Price Sustainability 80