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

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 89

Negotiation Price Transparency Data 89

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.

Finance 104

Finance Education Transparency Quality 104

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

Whistleblower Network News

APRIL 25, 2024

In addition to transparent and reliable mandatory minimum awards , Lee outlines other key elements of the SEC Whistleblower Program which the DOJ Whistleblower Program should follow. .” Lee experienced the critical role an effective whistleblower program can play in an agency’s enforcement efforts during her time at the SEC.

Transparency 86

Transparency Demand Networking IT 86

How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The guidance also indicates that ‘ Greater transparency of procurement data will make it easier to see what approaches have been successful and encourage use of those approaches more widely across the public sector.’ Therefore, that greater investment in expertise needs to be coupled with a culture change. 94 PA 2023).

Procurement 127

Procurement Innovation E-procurement Buyers 127

ivalua

MAY 30, 2022

As the demands on supply chains continue to increase, so do the expectations of consumers. Consumers also expect transparency – in product origin, quality standards, and how organizations are improving their environmental and sustainability efforts. . Leveraging Technology to Transform The Supply Chain.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain End to End Transparency Logistics 52

Whistleblower Network News

MARCH 8, 2024

Grassley demanded that ATF “immediately transmit updated guidance informing ATF employees of their Constitutional and statutory rights to make legally protected disclosures to Congress, IGs, and the OSC.”

Whistle-blowing 97

Whistle-blowing Accountability Transparency Demand 97

AWS Public Sector

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Visibility into ‘unit costs’ (for example, the cost-per-student of a solution) helps budget and product owners demonstrate a connection between the demand for an application and how this demand influences cost. If user activity varies, then cloud costs should ideally be variable, reflecting that cloud resources are scaling with demand.

Price 66

Price Demand Education Efficiency 66

GovLoop

MAY 10, 2024

Values transparency and is thoughtful/ strategic about public engagement. Privacy, transparency, legal and security concerns exist. GIS skills are in demand and somewhat specialized. Breaks down silos and promotes internal collaboration. Is separate from the budget process, as much as possible. Focuses on outcomes, not outputs.

Data 52

Data Public Private Partnership Transparency Management 52

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

ivalua

JUNE 17, 2022

This is being driven by consumer demand for greater transparency, compliance demands, tougher regulatory enforcement, and the growing emphasis on CSR. Future-proofing Procurement Against Supply and Demand Shocks. How is your organization future-proofing against demand and supply shocks? .

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Supplier Consumer Demands Demand 52

FedScoop

APRIL 1, 2024

This method streamlines the IT advancement process, enabling rapid, incremental improvements and offering a clear path to achieving the intended modernization objectives with reduced risk and increased transparency. It also demands tapping the expertise of experienced “digital accelerator” partners.

Innovation 59

Innovation Demand Budget Price 59

GovLoop

MAY 1, 2024

Below are a few takeaway highlights, and the entire conversation can be viewed on demand now. Tell them they get a clean slate with you as their new supervisor, and that they need to be fully transparent and honest with you about how they feel they are performing. “Were they previously a high performer and now they’re not?

Management 52

Management Leadership Transparency Demand 52

Whistleblower Network News

AUGUST 7, 2024

Caseworks have explained that they were forced to rush through vetting processes to keep up with demands. The study found that as the number of children has increased, the White House pressured staffers to quickly approve sponsors. After a minor is placed with a sponsor, the HHS contacts them to conduct a check-in.

Transparency 76

Transparency Demand Government Government 76

The Procurement School

MAY 27, 2024

The pandemic initially impacted supply and demand on many items but now there is a broader material and labour landscape that needs to be closely examined, understood, and carefully navigated. Trust is precious and essential, and it must be preserved, so be open and transparent about money up front.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Total Cost of Ownership Collaboration Budget 52

GovSpend

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

This revelation motivated him to bring more transparency to government purchasing. For those who missed the webinar, the recording is here along with other new and on-demand webinars. To further illustrate the importance of price validation, Paige then walked the audience through a spending search for Chromebooks.

Procurement 105

Procurement Price Purchasing 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

The Procurement School

JUNE 25, 2023

While there are many similarities, the nuances of public legislation and free trade requirements create a procurement environment that is more regulated, demands a greater level of transparency, and requires vigilance to stay on top of the constantly changing landscape. where do public sector procurement rules come from?

Procurement 52

Procurement Thresholds Public Procurement Transparency 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

AWS Public Sector

MAY 31, 2024

With AWS managed services, this architecture helps you handle increasing traffic and data demands automatically and efficiently, without provision ahead of time. It enables you to be more agile in responding to changing market demands and customer needs. The pace of evolution of generative AI is taking place at an unprecedented rate.

Evaluation 119

Evaluation Data Efficiency Integration 119

Extract Systems

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

This not only ensures compliance but also offers a transparent and accountable approach to data management. By investing in Extract Systems' technology, agencies can future-proof their operations and ensure they can keep up with the demands of the digital age.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Demand Data Buyers 52

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

AUGUST 19, 2024

It is not just the top tier or tier one suppliers that demand our focus but the whole chain. As consumers become more knowledgeable the pressure will increase to make the supply chain fair, transparent and reasonable at all levels. Goods that have palm oil in, for example, are boycotted by some customers.

Supply Chain 59

Supply Chain Ethics Buyers Supplier 59

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 Price Procurement Team 52

Open Contracting Partnership

JULY 6, 2023

This highlights the need for a European strategy to encourage the market to respond to the demand for green and sustainable products. In our efforts to help the Commission measure up, we just published a EU Procurement Data Transparency study that shows how much procurement data is published and how open it is across 27 EU countries.

Procurement 52

Procurement Public Procurement Sustainability E-procurement 52

Inter-American Development Bank

MAY 8, 2024

However, it also introduces complexities that demand forward-thinking fiscal strategies. AI can introduce data-driven insights for more evidence-based and transparent budgeting. AI-driven procurement processes can also improve fair competition, transparency, and cost-effectiveness for government acquisition programs.

Transparency 64

Transparency Data Efficiency Capacity 64

The Softly Spark

DECEMBER 28, 2023

As regulators, watchdog groups, and consumers increasingly demand authenticity, legal scrutiny has intensified. It is imperative that brands craft a compelling sustainability narrative that is both clear and transparent. If you are not selling in the EU yet, third party certifications are a way to show transparency.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Retail Transparency Quality 52

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 21, 2024

Responsible AI mitigating the risks Organizations that use generative AI must build responsible AI systems that are fair, explainable, robust, secure, transparent, and safeguard privacy. For more insights from the AWS Public Sector Symposium Brussels, watch the keynote on demand now. Want more in-person public sector content?

Sustainability 68

Sustainability Data Innovation Transparency 68

GovLoop

JANUARY 9, 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 64

Innovation Management Transparency Demand 64

The Softly Spark

JULY 6, 2023

It assesses a company’s overall impact on workers, communities, and the environment, considering factors such as governance, transparency, and social responsibility. Consider the social aspects, such as labor practices, supply chain transparency, and community engagement.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Evaluation Retail Transparency 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

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 40

Negotiation Price Transparency Data 40

Extract Systems

JANUARY 9, 2024

By adopting these innovative tools, departments can not only meet the demands of the present but also lay a foundation for a future characterized by efficiency, transparency, and technological advancement. If you are interested in learning more about how Extract Systems can improve your workflows - reach out today.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Integration Integrity Data 52

Whistleblower Network News

MARCH 6, 2024

The 2022 press release also acknowledged that many companies have already begun to independently attempt to meet investor demand for more information on climate risk disclosures. The March, 2022 proposed rule attracted over 16,000 public comments, with investors overwhelmingly in favor of greater transparency around climate risks.

Supply Chain 55

Supply Chain Import Transparency Demand 55

The Softly Spark

JUNE 4, 2024

Consumers are demanding more sustainable products, and businesses that make environmentally friendly products want to advertise their good works to their customers. Utilize Certifications: Obtain credible third-party certifications and demand proper documentation and verification from all suppliers.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Retail Demand Utilities 52

Tendersinfo

DECEMBER 24, 2020

With the rising number of cases, governments eased out procurement rules and called out for suppliers to fulfill the overwhelming demand for masks, PPE kits, and other protective gear. Many businesses even changed their product line to fulfill the demand of the global healthcare sector.

Bidding 52

Bidding Management Public Procurement Competitive Bidding 52

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Denton highlighted in his opening remarks, the timing of this year’s Conference coincided with the United Nations General Assembly, an auspicious reflection of the ICC’s history as a steadfast institution providing neutral, transparent, inclusive, and accountable multilateral platforms for the past 100 years and the century to come.

Transparency 40

Transparency Import Data Efficiency 40

GovSpend

MARCH 18, 2024

This revelation motivated him to bring more transparency to government purchasing. For those who missed the webinar, the recording is here along with other new and on-demand webinars. To further illustrate the importance of price validation, Paige then walked the audience through a spending search for Chromebooks.

Procurement 52

Procurement Price Purchasing Bidding 52