GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to find valuable new insights in your data. But to make the most of it, your data, and your organization, must be ready. “When change occurs, I typically look at that three-point triangle: processes, people and technology,” said Winston Chang, Chief Technology Officer for Global Public Sector at Snowflake, which provides a single, global platform that powers the data cloud.

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Art of Procurement

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

“You can’t unscramble eggs.” – J.P. Morgan U.S. Steel was formed in 1901 when J.P. Morgan financed the merger of. The post Nerves of U.S. Steel appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

When we think of artificial intelligence, we often imagine something torn from the pages of a science fiction novel. There’s truth to that. But agencies also use AI in less conspicuous ways — to accelerate backend tasks and secure IT networks, for instance — and constituents often have no idea when AI makes decisions about their lives. According to Deloitte, 60% of current government investments in AI and data analytics are intended to directly impact real-time operational decisions and outcomes

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Art of Procurement

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Procurement 6 is a short podcast from Art of Procurement that publishes in the Art of Procurement feed every Friday. The post [Pod] Procurement 6 – September 8th, 2023 appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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FedTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

The arrival of cloud services and consumption-based pricing has seen agencies part with the age-old practice of buying items and paying for them through annual budgeting. But the new gasoline pump method of payment gets the government tied in knots, thanks to the Antideficiency Act. Passed in 1884 when Chester Arthur was president, and updated several times since then, the law prohibits agencies from incurring financial obligations in excess of monies appropriated by Congress.

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USFCR

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Stephen Trupke became a part of the USFCR team as a Registration and Contracting Specialist in 2022. A Michigan native, he transitioned to Florida initially to expand his business. Stephen enjoys various outdoor activities in his free time, such as cars, working out, and more.

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Public Contracting Institute

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In a recent protest, the Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) held that although performance risk was not specifically listed as an evaluation criterion, an agency may always consider risk that is intrinsic to the stated evaluation factors. South Dade A/C and Refrig., B-421406, April 25, 2023. The protester’s assertion that the agency used risk as an unstated evaluation factor was dismissed by the GAO.

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GovSpend

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

A couple of weeks ago we attended the National HubZone Conference in Leesburg, VA. Hosted by the HUBZone Contractors National Counci l it was an event filled with networking and educational sessions. The US Small Business Administration (US SBA) has various contract programs for federal contractors that are aimed to help small businesses, the HUBZone program is one of them.

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Scottish Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

A public body is able to reserve contracts to Supported Businesses whose main aim is the social and professional integration of disabled or disadvantaged persons, and where at least 30% of the employees are disabled or disadvantaged persons. The new Scottish national dynamic purchasing system (DPS) for the provision of requirements reserved for supported businesses is now live (7 September 2023).

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Inside Government Contracts

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Following our recent overview of key topics to watch in the National Defense Authorization Act (“NDAA”) for Fiscal Year (“FY”) 2024, available here , we continue our coverage with a “deep dive” into NDAA provisions related to the People’s Republic of China (“China” or “PRC”) in each of the House and Senate bills. DoD’s focus on strengthening U.S. deterrence and competitive positioning vis-à-vis China features prominently in the 2022 National Defense Strategy (“NDS”) and in recent national secur

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GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Can you believe that September is already here? With a new month comes new professional development opportunities to take advantage of. Please join us at the following events – we can’t wait to see you there! How Can Machine Learning Make Your Job Easier? Many agencies are exploring the possible use of AI and machine learning to change their employee’s workday for the better.

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