Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Soft skills, such as perceiving and responding to implicit cues, are important for fostering an empathetic and responsive dialogue. The importance of this was illustrated by the refusal of the Court of First Instance of Hong Kong (“Court”) to enforce an arbitral award for an arbitrator’s lack of attention.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Ethics Negotiation Participation 52

The Procurement School

AUGUST 21, 2024

Consistently, external auditor findings have shown the lack of professionalism in procurement to be a financial problem often accompanied with ethical dilemmas. Risks: There are inherent risks in outsourcing procurement, as with any other important function. Outsourcing policy work is an option.

Procurement 52

Procurement Competitive Bidding Public Procurement Supplier 52

The Procurement School

MAY 27, 2024

We can achieve cost confidence by utilizing progressive project delivery models that involve design and construction project partners very early, and by engaging in transparent collaboration. 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

AWS Public Sector

MAY 28, 2024

AWS can support implementation of the EHDS At Amazon Web Services (AWS) , we welcome the EHDS as an important step towards unleashing the vast potential of health data to benefit citizens across Europe and beyond.

Data 80

Data Innovation Ethics Electronics 80

Select GCR

MAY 14, 2024

Key Takeaways The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is the comprehensive set of rules that govern the procurement process of the US federal government, ensuring consistency, ethical practice, and efficiency across all executive agencies. These provisions and clauses are instrumental in ensuring fair and ethical procurement practices.

Ethics 52

Ethics Procurement Price Procurement Contracts 52

Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 2, 2024

Drafting Major Commercial Contracts Involving a State Given the potential exposure of States (and hence public funds) under these contracts, the Judge reiterated the importance of proper professional standards and ethics in the drafting of major commercial contracts involving a State.

Corruption 52

Corruption Ethics Transparency Import 52

Public Contracting Institute

JULY 8, 2024

At the Public Contracting Institute , we recognize the importance of this knowledge and its impact on your business operations. This standard ensures that taxpayers’ money is spent responsibly and that contractors maintain ethical financial practices.

Accountability 52

Accountability Internal Control Price Government Contracts 52

Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The sole source justification process is rigorous and requires approval from the organization’s procurement services, with steps including the completion and review of a justification form, internal review and approvals, and adherence to transparency and compliance regulations to manage risks effectively.

Procurement 52

Procurement Supplier Price Competitive Bidding 52

Public Contracting Institute

MAY 20, 2024

Compliance and Ethics Government construction projects are subject to strict compliance requirements and ethical standards. It’s essential to understand and adhere to these regulations to avoid legal and reputational risks.

Bidding 52

Bidding Government Government Negotiation 52

Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 19, 2024

Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (“UFLPA”) , represent a pivotal step toward fostering ethical supply chains, underscoring the shared responsibility of states and corporations in combating human rights violations. As an advocate for such laws, I recognise the urgent need to make supply chains fairer and more ethical.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Ethics Supplier Corruption 52

ivalua

AUGUST 21, 2022

Originally published in the 2022 ProcureCon Report “Transforming Procurement: Embracing Digital Innovation and Driving Sustainability” Ethical business practices and sustainability initiatives are forcing organizations to not only stand up, but to also set themselves apart from the competition by implementing ESG and CSR commitments.

Procurement Strategies 96

Procurement Strategies Sustainability Procurement Supply Chain 96

FedScoop

AUGUST 14, 2024

But there remains a “lack of direct knowledge about the CFTC-registered entities currently leveraging AI,” the report noted, underscoring a lack of transparency around everything from the quality of data training to the extent of human involvement in autonomous trading models. So a data and AI governance board, that’s not a requirement.

Data 91

Data Quality Inventory Ethics 91

Government Contracts Legal Forum

AUGUST 9, 2024

This timeline, while providing an important safe harbor, places increased pressure on companies to make decisions quickly concerning whether to self-disclose or not.

IT 52

IT Corruption Accountability Insurance 52

The Procurement School

JANUARY 22, 2024

This is an indication of the level of transparency and accountability required by public procurement professionals. While that may be the alarmist’s view it supports the idea of preparing a strong procurement document to align with the public procurement principles of open, fair and transparent.

Procurement 40

Procurement Procurement Contracts Bidder Contract 40

How to Crack a Nut

MARCH 10, 2023

Procurement is thus seen as a mechanism of ‘regulation by contract’ whereby the public buyer can impose requirements seeking to achieve broad goals of digital regulation, such as transparency, trustworthiness, or explainability, or to operationalise more general ‘AI ethics’ frameworks.

Procurement 52

Procurement Public Procurement Ethics Transparency 52

The Procurement School

APRIL 22, 2024

Calculate the Procurement Value This step is important as it helps to determine the procurement approach and secures the necessary funding. Identify Roles and Responsibilities A RACI chart is an important project management tool to identify roles and responsibilities and reduce confusion.

Procurement 52

Procurement Market Analysis Bidder Public Procurement 52

GovLoop

MAY 26, 2023

By definition, data ethics refers to the norms of behavior that promote appropriate judgments and accountability when acquiring, managing or using data. But AI’s expansive use has made data ethics increasingly important. 4 Basic Principles of Data Ethics Ownership: Individuals own their data or their information.

Ethics 98

Ethics Data Public Goods Transparency 98

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. It’s important to be able to justify how these process-support systems arrived at choices. Good governance is fundamental for responsible systems.

Sustainability 69

Sustainability Data Innovation Transparency 69

The Procurement School

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Whatever you choose it is important that the format and schedule works for both parties and that everyone is comfortable openly expressing their thoughts in a safe nonjudgmental space. Supporting and lifting up other procurement professionals at all levels and stages of their career is a very important and rewarding.

Procurement 52

Procurement Public Procurement Ethics Supply Chain 52

ivalua

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Given the current market challenges and geopolitical uncertainties only 7% see ESG outcomes as a priority, which is in stark contrast with strengthening regulatory frameworks and demanding consumer preferences requiring more transparency to combat greenwashing.

Procurement Team 52

Procurement Team Supply Chain Procurement Supplier 52

The Procurement School

MARCH 22, 2024

I quickly found at the beginning of my journey into Indigenous Procurement that courses and procurement training, although important, would only be one part of my learning in the implementation of this innovative policy. The intent was more important than the words on the page. This shift prompted a change in approach.

Procurement 52

Procurement Public Procurement Collaboration Ethics 52

How to Crack a Nut

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

For example, in relation to ‘adequate transparency and explainability’, there is more of an emphasis on explainability than on transparency and there is no indication of how to gauge ‘adequacy’ in relation to either of them. These should be applied and interpreted similarly by different regulators where possible.

Innovation 57

Innovation Transparency Consulting Accountability 57

Kluwer Arbitration

JULY 12, 2024

Stefan Deaconu (Court of International Commercial Arbitration, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Romania) emphasised the importance of maintaining trust in the arbitral process, tracing back to ethics, legitimacy, and personal reputation. Ethics and Conflicts in International Arbitration Panel 1 was moderated by Julie Bedard.

Ethics 52

Ethics Balance Import Thresholds 52

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 14, 2023

She also highlighted the importance of preserving key principles such as procedural fairness and due process, whilst also promoting innovation and adjustment, and ensuring every voice is heard. Is greater transparency needed for revolution? Conflicts, Independence, Impartiality: Are the Views on Conflicts Stale?

Corruption 52

Corruption Transparency Demand Consulting 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 26, 2024

JAMS describes these new rules as “clear guidelines and procedures that address the unique challenges presented by AI, such as questions of liability, algorithmic transparency, and ethical considerations.” The JAMS AI Rules are new arbitration rules intended to govern disputes involving AI. Finally, Rule 16.1(b)

Transparency 52

Transparency Import Efficiency IT 52

The Softly Spark

JULY 6, 2023

Achieving a sustainability certification signifies a business’s dedication to minimizing its ecological footprint, promoting ethical practices, and contributing to a better future. Consider the social aspects, such as labor practices, supply chain transparency, and community engagement.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Evaluation Retail Transparency 52

ivalua

MAY 6, 2021

These include faster co-innovation with suppliers, working with sustainable and ethical suppliers and empowering employees — all of which will lead to increased business agility. . It is important for organizations to ensure a solid data foundation now to capitalize on improving AI capabilities. 4) Improve Collaboration.

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain Supplier Collaboration 52

Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Compliance isn’t just about submitting reports; it involves adhering to federal acquisition regulations and maintaining ethical standards. Regular reporting on subcontracts is particularly crucial under certain federal programs that demand transparency about subcontractor involvement.

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Government Government Contract 52

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Legal and Regulatory Transparency The Model Clauses propose an Article on transparency, which requires publishing laws and regulations of general application that may affect investors. A host State’s exercise of powers of any ordinary commercial actor (e.g.,

Negotiation 52

Negotiation Supply Chain Education Transparency 52

Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Moreover, along with the shift from traditional trade disputes to tech-related disputes, arbitrations relating to cryptocurrency and cybersecurity are of increasing importance. The panel finally stressed the importance of equipping individuals interested in America-Asia trade with the necessary knowledge and skills.

Import 40

Import Efficiency Transparency Supply Chain 40

How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

This includes, alongside increased transparency by private actors developing frontier AI capabilities, appropriate evaluation metrics, tools for safety testing, and developing relevant public sector capability and scientific research’ (emphases added).

Procurement 78

Procurement Evaluation Participation Collaboration 78

Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 3, 2024

The central role of private investors in the climate transition was recognized already in the 2015 Paris Agreement , which emphasizes the importance of finance and investment in operationalizing the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C Regardless of whether this is ethical, is it still solid advice? C above pre-industrial levels.

Insurance 52

Insurance Finance Sustainability Ethics 52

ivalua

MAY 9, 2023

Survey results in a new study by Forrester , commissioned by Ivalua, reveal several important lessons for procurement leaders to keep in mind as they adapt their departments for success. Disruptions, ethical and compliance risks are more likely to occur deep in your supply chain. Second, map your sub-tier.

Procurement 52

Procurement Supplier Collaboration Supply Chain 52

How to Crack a Nut

APRIL 4, 2023

The UK’s Digital Regulation Cooperation Forum (DRCF) has published a report on Transparency in the procurement of algorithmic systems (for short, the ‘AI procurement report’). Some of DRCF’s findings in the AI procurement report are astonishing, and should attract significant attention.

Procurement 52

Procurement Buyers IT Public Procurement 52

FedScoop

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Ling highlighted Microsoft’s commitment to responsible and ethical AI solutions to safeguard government systems. She also reiterated the importance of partnerships across the Air Force, the Defense Department, industry and academia to keep pace with AI’s potential.

Innovation 78

Innovation Government Government Transparency 78

FedScoop

APRIL 23, 2024

The second set of recommendations from PCAST centered on the responsible and transparent use of AI, with those principles employed in all stages of the scientific research process. We’re dealing with tools that, at least right now, are ethically neutral,” Press said. They’re not necessarily biased in the wrong direction.

Risk Management 75

Risk Management Ethics Collaboration Data 75

How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

The use of AI by the US Federal Government is an important focus of the AI Executive Order. This is an important element of the policy because these two categories are defined (in Section 6) and in principle will cover pre-established lists of AI use, based on a set of presumptions (Section 5(b)(i) and (ii)).

Risk Management 67

Risk Management E-procurement Procurement Evaluation 67