FedScoop

AUGUST 8, 2024

Most experts agree that the long-term potential of artificial intelligence (AI) depends on building a solid foundation of reliable, readily available, high-quality data. One area where data quality and readiness play a particularly crucial role for federal, state, and local government agencies is identity management.

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American City & Country

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In today’s fast-paced and budget-conscious public sector environment, efficient procurement practices are more crucial than ever. Time Savings Cooperative purchasing also increases efficiency by streamlining the procurement process. Public sector entities can save time and effort by using competitively solicited contracts.

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AWS Public Sector

JUNE 24, 2024

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance and find applications across various domains, the responsible development and use of AI systems has become a top priority for the US government. Enabling agencies to build and strengthen AI governance Robust governance is the foundation upon which responsible AI initiatives must be built.

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AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In September 2021, Japan took a leap with the establishment of its Digital Agency and the creation of the government cloud. The Digital Agency’s government cloud As the central command for Japan’s digital transformation, the Digital Agency began pursuing the development of a government cloud in 2021.

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FedScoop

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Patent and Trademark Office in charge of handling data around millions of patents said Tuesday that artificial intelligence adoption faces significant barriers within the federal government due to the current culture and bureaucracy. Everything we do in the government is pretty stupid, when you compare it to the commercial world, right?”

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AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

In 2017, AWS India became the first global CSP in India to receive full empanelment for its cloud service offerings after the AWS Asia-Pacific (Mumbai) Region completed MeitY’s STQC (Standardization Testing and Quality Certification) audit. Cloud technology is key to accelerating innovation in India’s public sector.

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Select GCR

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

In the dynamic world of government contracting, success is achieved not just by the quality of your products or services but also by the strength of the relationships you cultivate. Building and nurturing key relationships is essential for navigating the complexities of the government procurement landscape.

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AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 9, 2024

As one of only two Beneficiary and Family Centered Care-Quality Improvement Organizations (BFCC-QIO) in the US, the company helps more than 140 million Medicare beneficiaries access and protect their Medicare rights to improve quality of care. And the benefits don’t stop there.

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American City & Country

AUGUST 30, 2024

Seize the Perfect Storm with High-Performance Procurement: Read the Profiles of Innovative Local Leadership All roads to a high-performance government start with procurement. Your team ensures the purchasing of everything from infrastructure projects to healthcare services, defense equipment, and supplies for public schools.

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Inter-American Development Bank

OCTOBER 31, 2024

In the following paragraphs, we will explore the key elements of this transformative agenda and the opportunities for action available to governments in the region. Better contracts and processes, for example, could reduce the risk of delays, quality problems or unexpected costs. What is Smart Public Procurement?

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Federal News Network

OCTOBER 25, 2024

For example, the PAP’s leading directive tells FSS contracting officers to “leverage the collective buying power of the federal government” when negotiating contract level pricing. Moreover, the terminology “leverage the collective buying power of the federal government” does not appear in the GSAR or the FAR.

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AWS Public Sector

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Public procurement—the process where public authorities like government departments or local councils purchase goods or services from companies—is a vital economic driver in Europe, accounting for more than 13 percent of the gross domestic product (GDP).

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GovLoop

JANUARY 31, 2023

Neurodiversity as a Transformation Play Neurodivergent individuals’ inherent cognitive differences often enable them to excel in future-focused competencies through adeptness in pattern recognition, enhanced ability to manipulate data, technology quality assurance and an analytic mindset. By Erica J.

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American City & Country

AUGUST 21, 2024

“It’s important to note that local governments have developed a reputation over the years for having lackluster cybersecurity; and not without good reason. Boateng lists the following IT weaknesses that are sometimes found in local government technology departments: Weak authentication. Inadequate incident response planning.

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GovLoop

MARCH 14, 2024

AI could be one of the most significant areas of growth and development in government, as well as in places where the private sector and government meet. AI could improve government operations and services, but it also poses risks. Personnel Power There is a clear strategy for surging AI talent in government.

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American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Since taking on the role in June 2023, Rogers has been committed to overseeing the efficient operation of the town’s government. However, he quickly identified a major hurdle: the town’s procurement process was hampering his team’s productivity and efficiency. This is a widespread issue across government procurement teams.

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Inter-American Development Bank

JANUARY 12, 2024

These crises have tested the resilience of fiscal frameworks, highlighting the pressing need for greater adaptability to navigate unforeseen challenges efficiently. The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the critical role of flexibility in fiscal governance. Countries often involve legislative power in activation and accounting.

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GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

AI offers government agencies unprecedented opportunities to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making and deliver better services to citizens. Identify specific use cases where AI can add value, whether it’s improving service delivery, enhancing operational efficiency or addressing regulatory compliance.”

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GovLoop

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Technology helps agencies work more efficiently and effectively, and AI tools, in particular, are uniquely powerful. It will make it a lot more personalized, a lot more efficient overall.” AI-driven automation and analytics can both streamline processes and make government services more accessible and responsive, he said.

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AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

This shift in ownership and governance is underpinned by the principle of data as a product (DaaP), where data is treated as a valuable, high-quality asset, just like any physical product an organization offers. This includes defining product requirements, managing product lifecycles, and ensuring product quality and consistency.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 25, 2024

For example, the PAP’s leading directive tells FSS contracting officers to “leverage the collective buying power of the federal government” when negotiating contract level pricing. Moreover, the terminology “leverage the collective buying power of the federal government” does not appear in the GSAR or the FAR.

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NIH NITAAC

JULY 1, 2021

During this time, many agency procurement officers will make their final selections to meet end-of-year spending requirements, as most government allocated funds are often “use-it-or-lose-it,' meaning they won't carry over until the next fiscal year. Now on version seven of GSS, the catalog of products offered have increased.

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DemandStar

MARCH 28, 2022

SEATTLE, March 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DemandStar , the free and easy electronic procurement marketplace for government contracts, announced it has passed 1,000 local governments on the DemandStar platform, accelerating its industry-leading growth. Over 112 local governments have joined in 2022 to date.

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The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Understanding these factors and applying them appropriately ensures effective and efficient procurement that aligns with organizational policies and objectives. Policies governing Shopping typically require quotations from at least three vendors. What is Solicitation in Procurement?

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American City & Country

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Whether you’re in education, government, nonprofit or the private sector, procurement can be a powerful tool for maximizing savings, streamlining operations, and ensuring compliance. By working closely with suppliers, organizations can ensure quality, on-time deliveries, and mutually beneficial partnerships.

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Open Contracting Partnership

JULY 5, 2023

In October, EU countries will be required to adopt eForms in a bid to improve the quality of data published on the block’s government tendering. With data excellence as one of the pillars of their mission, TenderNed has been working on creating better data within the Dutch government for several years. Transparency is key.

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AWS Public Sector

MARCH 14, 2024

With government-mandated climate action targets, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting requirements, and demands from end consumers on the environmental and social impact of goods and services, sustainability needs to be intrinsically linked with each organisation’s unique value proposition.

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Federal News Network

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

DLA’s efforts to increase the use of automation in their contracting system include using that information to asses a supplier’s risk and quality score as a necessary validation before making an award. We’re also leveraging new technology to improve contracting efficiency.”

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GovLoop

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Government agencies have a lot riding on improving their constituents’ customer experience (CX), and they understand the consequences. Many public-sector efforts have focused on improving the online experience, as websites are now the primary method of interacting with government.

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Open Contracting Partnership

MARCH 28, 2024

Bridging the digital divide: Implementing open procurement for effective digital transformation Digital transformation is arguably the most important administrative undertaking of governments around the world. Access to technical expertise Problem: Lack of specific technical expertise for informed choices within government.

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AWS Public Sector

MARCH 8, 2024

This can help them answer customer queries efficiently, pinpoint significant changes to contracts, and assess risks such as fraud more accurately. Common use cases in public sector could be determining the best way to reduce Friday afternoon congestion, or how to manage building utilities more efficiently.

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Open Contracting Partnership

AUGUST 28, 2024

Fragmented and inconsistent auditing practices across the decentralized government system have impeded effective oversight. Data-driven monitoring enables citizens to submit high-quality complaints to authorities. There was also a lack of data on the volume and outcome of audits.

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GovSpend

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Government procurement should be transparent and efficient. From public meeting transcripts discussing planned spending to Bids & RFPs announced to contracts awarded, and finally the actual purchase orders themselves and their individual line items – we endeavor to tell the story behind every government purchase.

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FedInsider

OCTOBER 11, 2024

As Americans’ expectations of government services continues to grow, harnessing generative AI (GenAI) provides leaders with opportunities to improve delivery through streamlined software development, enhanced workforce efficiency, and strategic decision-making. He has twice been awarded Jessie H.

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Procurement Notes

MARCH 5, 2024

Government treasury bills (“T-bills”) becomes higher than the interest rate on 10-year U.S. Government treasury notes. [6] 23] And, as the Government has previously pointed out, “because the committee depends on government statistics that are reported at various lags, it cannot officially designate a recession until after it starts.”

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GovLoop

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Digital transformation represents such a fundamental shift in the way government entities operate, deliver services and engage with citizens,” said Nadia Hansen, Digital Transformation Executive with Salesforce, a constituent relationship management company that gives agencies a 360-degree view of their customers.

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Extract Systems

JANUARY 23, 2024

For government agencies, the efficient management of vast amounts of information is crucial. In this blog, we explore how government agencies can harness the power of Extract Systems' technology to enhance their information management capabilities. The protection of sensitive information is paramount for government agencies.

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