FedTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
The federal government collects and produces almost unimaginable amounts of information. The — 914 million unique files. And that’s just static information; every day there’s another report or white paper or written testimony that must be absorbed. If you want to learn more about what’s going on in government but need a break from screens, we’ve got an option.
Art of Procurement
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
“If only the business would involve us sooner…” How many times have procurement professionals found themselves behind the 8 ball, The post How does the employee experience affect procurement’s impact? appeared first on Art of Procurement.
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GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
It’s almost too obvious to say that agencies should care about their people in order to attract and maintain a happy, productive workforce. But while plenty of organizations talk about responding to their employees’ needs, many do little about it. And what does “care about” mean, anyway? In the Veterans Affairs (VA) Department’s Office of Information Technology (OIT), agency leaders devised specific strategies to support OIT staff and alleviate employee burnout.
Tracker Intelligence
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
Fact checked by Eddie Regan, BiP Solutions Principal Procurement Consultant Most remote workers don’t want to return to the office , so it’s essential to consider the work environment changes that businesses must adapt to. The post-pandemic work environment is an obstacle with various challenges to overcome. Post-pandemic work is almost synonymous, at this point, with a standard or ordinary day job.
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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,
ivalua
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
With 30% of respondents indicating their organizations are suffering from an inability to assess risk across suppliers, many are investing in new strategies to minimize the frequency and impact of disruption. 14th September, Redwood City, CA – Research from Ivalua, a leading global spend management cloud provider , has revealed that almost two-thirds (64%) of surveyed procurement decision-makers say their organizations ensuring supply continuity has increased in priority since the pandemic, with
Art of Procurement
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
“We usually call it the ‘paradox of choice’ when everybody wants selection but, if you put too much selection in. The post [Pod] Preparing to Meet Traveler Expectations in the Face of the Unknown w/ Martin Biermann appeared first on Art of Procurement.
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BLP
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
The Government of Guatemala promotes two competitive public procurement events (tenders) for the construction or expansion of hospitals, with financing from the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI). Significantly, the winning bidders must ensure the availability of funds during the contract’s term. Below is relevant information about the events: Event Bid Submission date Objective Requirements to participate 18008097 3/10/2022 Design, construction, and equipping of new hospital
Tracker Intelligence
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Fact checked by Eddie Regan, BiP Solutions Principal Procurement Consultant Brexit has dramatically changed the UK’s import and export-dynamic. Pre-Brexit trade predictions estimated a 15% decline in UK imports and exports. However, several factors skewed this outcome. First, UK goods trade with the EU fell by more than 30% at the start of 2020 (Compared to 2019) and didn’t recover.
Art of Procurement
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Procurement 6 is a new short podcast from Art of Procurement that will be published in the Art of Procurement. The post [Pod] Procurement 6 – September 16, 2022 appeared first on Art of Procurement.
GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
How can you help your agencies’ innovation efforts? Here are six steps that can make your agency more agile, creative and resilient, as shared with GovLoop during a recent virtual event: 1 – Build bridges. Collaboration is an essential component of innovation, so agencies should nurture this quality whenever possible. The list of potential partners includes constituents, private sector companies, academic institutions and other agencies.
Federal Construction Contracting
SEPTEMBER 10, 2022
On August 19, 2022, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) published a notice regarding a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request from the Center for Investigative Reporting (CIR) for all Type 2 Consolidated Employer Information Reports, Standard Form 100 (EEO-1 Report), filed by all federal contractors, including “first-tier subcontractors,” (covered contractors) from 2016-2020.
FedTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
As federal IT experts discuss the journey to zero trust and the need for a better customer experience with government, one thing ties these hot topics together: the need for a larger, differently skilled and younger workforce. According to a document accompanying the Biden administration’s fiscal year 2023 budget request, the average age of a federal worker was 47 years in September 2021.
Art of Procurement
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Long before I had any notion I’d ever work in business – let alone procurement – I got my Masters. The post Mastermind LIVE Session Spotlight: Achieving an Exponential Vision Against the Odds appeared first on Art of Procurement.
GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
The recent Executive Order on Cybersecurity is “fundamentally game-changing,” said Amy Hamilton, senior cybersecurity adviser for policy and programs at the U.S. Department of Energy, at a recent GovLoop online training. She pointed to presidential memos, OMB guidance and a laundry list of requirements related to zero trust. These requirements, along with some high-profile cyber incidents, all highlight the urgent need for improvement.
The Contractor's Perspective
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS, are long-lasting chemicals that are quickly gaining notoriety for both their persistence in the environment and their ubiquity in water, air, and soil. Developed in the 1950s, PFAS are used in a wide range of products including firefighting foam, stain-resistant and water-repellant fabrics, nonstick cookware and many others.
GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
Do you ever say something to a coworker and wish you could have phrased yourself better? Good communication happens when our message is received how we intended. Sometimes what we communicate is misconstrued because we all have different communication styles. Here are five tips on how to communicate with confidence in the workplace: 1. Show Respect.
GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
When agencies make poor technology choices — selecting inexpensive options that limit future growth — then they waste time and money and miss opportunities. David Egts, Red Hat’s Chief Technologist for the North American Public Sector, compared it to painting San Francisco’s famously orange Golden Gate Bridge. “The story goes that as soon as you start painting it, you go back to the other end of the bridge and start painting again,” he said.
GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
The private sector has set the service bar high, and government agencies are striving to deliver the same level of speed and simplicity that constituents have come to expect elsewhere. Citizens want to have government services available to them at their convenience and the ability to easily use technology to communicate their needs. Additionally, the global shift to hybrid work over the past two years means the government must find new ways of working by enabling employees to work effectively fr
GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Holding fast to outdated IT and paper-based systems doesn’t just prevent an agency from getting ahead or improving consumer experiences. It costs real money for public entities with their eyes on the bottom line. How much? According to Michael “MJ” Jackson, Global Head of Industries at DocuSign, a recent Deloitte study found that each online transaction costs an agency between 20 and 40 cents.
GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
There’s a lot to learn when you’re new in leadership, and the upcoming free NextGen Government Training Virtual Summit is the perfect place to gain the knowledge you need to succeed. Whether you’re an aspiring supervisor or have already found your place, our day-long virtual Summit is designed to support and develop government supervisors. With six keynote speakers, ten breakout sessions jam-packed with knowledgeable presenters, peer networking, free resources and more, it’s a can’t miss event.
GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
It’s often said that data is the rocket fuel that drives agencies, but how many people are being left behind as agencies launch their data initiatives? Data scientists obviously are key players, but what they often lack is domain expertise, said Andy MacIsaac, Solutions Marketing Director for Public Sector at Alteryx, which provides an analytics platform designed for non-data experts.
GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Let’s say defense analysts are trying to connect the dots around terrorist activity. Using various data points such as bank account numbers, location coordinates, equipment types and names, analysts can derive a cohesive “story” from the data that aids the mission. To do this, traditionally, analysts combed through data from various sources — spreadsheets, databases, cloud storage, etc. — to manually input into an Excel file and then make connections between the fields.
GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
How far would you go to invest in your professional development? What would you do if your organization didn’t have enough funding to pay for a training or workshop that contributed to your growth? What if your boss didn’t approve of your training request? These are central questions that represent possible roadblocks, hoops and challenges you could face as you move up the career ladder.
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