The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

In his article “ The Future of Public Infrastructure is Digital “, Bill Gates envisions a world where infrastructure is smarter, more efficient, and digitally integrated. Governments worldwide control vast budgets through procurement, giving them the power to: Drive innovation by demanding advanced solutions from vendors.

Procurement 59

Procurement Supply Chain E-procurement Public Procurement 59

AWS Public Sector

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Additionally, the ability to share developed assets (prompts, apps, functions, knowledge bases) across departments promotes collaboration and efficiency, ensuring that successful AI applications can be replicated and scaled throughout the organization. No deep technical expertise required.

Government 98

Government Government Accountability Education 98

ExecutiveBiz

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

government spending on cybersecurity capabilities have focused more on innovation rather than interoperability, which sets back the efficiency of their cyber infrastructure, said Drew Epperson , vice president of federal engineering at Palo Alto Networks.

Networking 64

Networking Integration Integrity Innovation 64

FedScoop

AUGUST 22, 2024

However, it also raises the stakes for developing better AI inferencing at the network edge to ensure operational resiliency, efficiency and security. Edge computing increasingly depends on the integration of AI capabilities, however, to enable enterprises to perform real-time inferencing on data generated at the edge.

Innovation 115

Innovation Data Manufacturing Demand 115

WashngtonExec

MARCH 31, 2025

Enter Renzo Rodriguez, director of federal technology and innovation at Amazon Web Services, and now co-chair of WashingtonExecs Cloud Council for 2025. First, we’ll explore Generative AI’s impact on government services, focusing on responsible implementation that enhances both citizen experience and federal workforce efficiency.

Public Private Partnership 63

Public Private Partnership Collaboration Leadership Innovation 63

AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Welcome to the frontier of public sector innovation, where artificial intelligence (AI) is not just a buzzword but a tool for transformative change. Enter Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and large language models (LLMs)—the dynamic duo powering the next wave of efficient state and local government services.

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Efficiency Government Government Integration 75

Inter-American Development Bank

OCTOBER 31, 2024

To start the conversation about how to better address these challenges, FMM organized the first Regional Policy Dialogue aimed at developing an innovative agenda to transform public expenditure management through smarter procurement practices. Improved procurement strategies could reduce public debt by as much as 1.8%

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Public Procurement Procurement Strategic Planning Balance 52

AWS Public Sector

JULY 30, 2024

Efficient code review processes are vital across all customer segments, both commercial and public sector, where strict regulations, data security, and service excellence are paramount. Streamlined code reviews maintain software quality, mitigate security risks, and enhance operational efficiency.

Efficiency 75

Efficiency Quality Engineering Integration 75

AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

In January 2020, Amazon Web Services (AWS) inaugurated a Cloud Innovation Centre (CIC) at the University of British Columbia (UBC). The UBC CIC efficiently manages multiple AWS accounts for project collaborators by using a bulk creation approach, which addresses time sensitivity and reduces errors.

Innovation 78

Innovation Management Government Government 78

FedInsider

JULY 15, 2024

For DoD, it’s the concept of creating a shared vision of operations across all branches of the military and intelligence community; for civilian agencies, it’s the prospect of streamlined customer service and the integration of future innovations such as AI.

Innovation 85

Innovation Government Government Networking 85

FedScoop

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Modern solutions integrating third-party consumer data and device intelligence are becoming essential to combat synthetic identities and safeguard public services, according to a new report produced by Scoop News Group for TransUnion. million person-hours.

Integration 64

Integration Integrity Import Data 64

AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Re-architecting with AWS With the support of the AWS IMAGINE Grant , in the fall of 2023 our engineering team re-architected our solution using several AWS services which provide efficiency and scalability: AWS Control Tower – Secured our service partitioning. Amazon Route 53 – Managed DNS routing, reducing costs by 90 percent.

Efficiency 64

Efficiency Engineering Balance Media 64

WashngtonExec

MARCH 26, 2025

Linger will lead initiatives to improve federal agencies efficiency with automation and artificial intelligence-driven insights to turn complex data into actionable information. He most recently served as Leidos lead AI software architect, overseeing research and development projects that drove innovation in the companys AI capabilities.

Leadership 52

Leadership Balance Innovation Data 52

Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Mexico City has devised an efficient, participatory, and transparent approach to seek input from potential suppliers and the public on draft contracting documents before a formal call to tender is announced. Mexico City is proving that big plans lead to better results when citizens and businesses are part of the process.

Collaboration 57

Collaboration E-procurement Tender Bidding 57

AWS Public Sector

MAY 7, 2024

As demand and usage grew, ASTERRA faced limitations when needing to process and manage increasingly large volumes of data efficiently and to provide timely and dependable results to their customers. Examples include moisture in earthen embankment dams or levees whose integrity is crucial to prevent floods that could put communities in danger.

Sustainability 128

Sustainability Utilities Efficiency Capacity 128

FedScoop

APRIL 16, 2024

These tools enhance efficiency and change how governmental bodies collaborate, access information and serve the public. They also stressed the importance of transparency and continuous feedback and focused on the tangible benefits of eased workloads and enhanced efficiencies. We noticed many potentials,” said Bhandutia.

Collaboration 66

Collaboration Innovation Efficiency Integration 66

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Procurement analytics is quickly becoming a core practice for efficient operations and effective sourcing in today’s rapidly changing business environment. contract compliance, procurement cycle efficiency). Prior purchase data is also used for demand forecasting improving resource management and operational efficiency.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Procurement Data Supply Chain 52

AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Innovation is key in achieving sustainability goals across the public and private sector. Integrating sustainability solutions into the full value chain Stockholm Exergi is Stockholm, Sweden’s energy provider, providing heat to more than 800,000 Stockholm residents. Read this post in Finnish. Read ths post in Swedish.

Sustainability 81

Sustainability Innovation Transportation Transportation 81

AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 10, 2024

“The government of Armenia will harvest Amazon Web Services industry expertise to create and reform policies to bring the benefits of innovative new technologies to their citizens, while also again protecting privacy and your rights. The CFP aims to innovate public services through cloud technology.

Collaboration 119

Collaboration Innovation Efficiency Finance 119

AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Efficiently addressing internal customer support tickets can profoundly impact an organization’s productivity and employee well-being, apart from their ability to focus on the mission at hand. To meet these demands, many nonprofits, including Thorn , are turning to innovative technology solutions.

Engineering 126

Engineering Efficiency Integration Integrity 126

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Berlin, the conference brought together distinguished practitioners and experts from across the globe to explore the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in international arbitration. Streicher added that mediation could also enhance efficiency.

Innovation 52

Innovation Efficiency Balance Quality 52

Public Contracting Institute

APRIL 1, 2024

In the era of digital transformation, blockchain technology emerges as a beacon of hope for enhancing transparency and integrity in public procurements. Integrity Provides an immutable record, reducing fraud and corruption. Efficiency Streamlines processes with smart contracts, reducing bureaucracy and paperwork.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Transparency Integration Integrity 52

ExecutiveBiz

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

government spending on cybersecurity capabilities have focused more on innovation rather than interoperability, which sets back the efficiency of their cyber infrastructure, said Drew Epperson , vice president of federal engineering at Palo Alto Networks.

Networking 40

Networking Integration Integrity Innovation 40

GovLoop

APRIL 5, 2023

There are two ways to approach innovation. But design-led innovation looks for information that’s more personal and profound. Web Design System ’s (USWDS) maturity model encourages federal agencies to, first, follow principles in the 21st Century Integrated Digital Experience Act (IDEA).

Innovation 105

Innovation Evaluation Integration Integrity 105

AWS Public Sector

AUGUST 21, 2024

They apply that frugal approach to IT: they build and operate only what they need to pursue their mission, and constantly innovate both to meet mission objectives and optimize cost. Through their long history, Urban has adopted traditional and innovative architectures. R Is now the best programming language for innovation at Urban.”

Innovation 75

Innovation Data Education Quality 75

AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Building modern applications in AWS helps customers with increased innovation, speed, reliability, scalability, and security while lowering total cost of ownership (TCO). This transition not only streamlines operations but also facilitates seamless integration with a range of robust AWS services.

Total Cost of Ownership 126

Total Cost of Ownership Efficiency Data Insurance 126

AWS Public Sector

APRIL 15, 2025

All this is backed by over two decades of AI innovation at Amazon, from delivering personalized shopping experiences to forecasting global product demand, enabling autonomous flight for Amazon Prime Air drones, and powering natural language processing ( NLP ) in Amazon Alexa.

Education 52

Education Sustainability Ethics Innovation 52

ivalua

JANUARY 12, 2023

As public procurement teams face increasing pressure to improve efficiency while upholding compliance and transparency, it’s essential that they have the right strategies in place. To maintain efficiency during times of high demand, teams must have a system in place that allows them to easily scale up their processes as needed.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Efficiency Procurement Procurement Team 52

AWS Public Sector

MAY 31, 2024

It can further integrate individual data with the extensive general knowledge of the FM to personalize chatbot interactions. Generative AI is an area of active research that produces frequent new findings that lead to increased capabilities in new models, as well as new methods to run and maintain existing models more efficiently.

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Evaluation Data Efficiency Integration 128

The Procurement School

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Armed with a Public Procurement Certificate , these individuals bring a new level of efficiency and strategic insight to the field. We will uncover how their expertise contributes to supply chain management’s efficiency and success. Certified procurement professionals play a pivotal role in enhancing supply chain efficiency.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Management 52

FedScoop

APRIL 1, 2024

For agencies that continue to embrace cloud innovation strategically, this future is closer than many might think. This change encourages greater accountability and efficiency from IT service providers. It’s no secret that agencies grapple with aging systems, budget constraints or a risk-averse culture.

Innovation 57

Innovation Demand Budget Price 57

FedInsider

JUNE 27, 2024

For DoD, it’s the concept of creating a shared vision of operations across all branches of the military and intelligence community; for civilian agencies, it’s the prospect of streamlined customer service and the integration of future innovations such as AI. There will be a variety of delicious fare & drinks.

Innovation 52

Innovation Networking Media Capacity 52

WashngtonExec

MARCH 11, 2025

Denise Johnson, Battelle Denise Johnson Vice President of Health Research and Analytics, Battelle Denise Johnson spearheads a team committed to advancing scientific endeavors that improve health outcomes, support quality patient care, and drive groundbreaking innovations in health and biomedical research.

Ethics 40

Ethics Innovation Quality Integration 40

Federal News Network

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Individuals associated with the proposed Commission on Government Efficiency will quickly learn what Congress already knows. Cost effectiveness will require access to and integration of federal government data and information. And enacting full appropriations as soon as possible will help do that. The stop and start situation.

Budget 111

Budget Professional Services Procurement Contract 111

Open Contracting Partnership

APRIL 4, 2025

While usage of STEP has increased over the past decade, it is still not fully integrated with other World Bank systems, as well as lacking robust benchmarks, and is difficult for stakeholders to use. This limits its utility and efficiency for both the Bank and its clients.

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Procurement Collaboration E-procurement Procurement Team 52

ivalua

MARCH 16, 2020

In order to establish a unified and consistent source-to-pay process throughout the entire Group, Körber was looking for a fully integrated e-procurement solution. The goal was to increase efficiency across the Group’s Business Areas. Learn more about Körber on www.koerber.com.

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Supply Chain Procurement E-procurement Supplier 19

ivalua

JUNE 18, 2020

The release features a broad array of innovations to empower customers to better manage their spend and suppliers. Through its ease of use and native integration with the sourcing solution, SDC will empower any user to leverage optimisation and make smarter allocation and supplier selection decisions.

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