FedScoop

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Long before the current craze around generative AI, the intelligence community, led by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, developed guiding principles and a supporting framework for the ethical use of AI by intelligence agencies. “I think one of the things that we are grappling with is data management,” he said.

Ethics 120

Ethics Innovation Data Efficiency 120

Government Contracts

DECEMBER 11, 2023

General Electric wind turbine patent dispute, a Massachusetts federal court offers a cautionary tale against willful infringement, and highlights the balance between innovation, law and ethics, as legal battles like this become more frequent in the renewable energy sector, say John Powell and Andrew Siuta at Sunstein.

Ethics 75

Ethics Balance Innovation 75

WashngtonExec

JUNE 16, 2024

Dalton is the chief performance officer at Two Six Technologies, where she leads with a focus on team-building, culture, innovation, people and impact. In GovCon, Amy Dalton’s focus is creating environments where employees thrive, service members on the frontlines are safe and federal missions are completed successfully.

Ethics 52

Ethics Innovation 52

FedScoop

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The Department of Energy is awarding $125 million in new funds to a pair of Energy Innovation Hubs teams that will focus on battery research and energy storage technology, the agency said in an announcement Tuesday. The first team, based out of the agency’s Argonne National Laboratory, is the Energy Storage Research Alliance.

Supply Chain 79

Supply Chain Transportation Transportation Ethics 79

Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 2, 2023

Notably, these changes introduce an innovative element by granting arbitral tribunals significant discretion in selecting the format of proceedings. from the arbitrators’ side. Failure to comply with Article 10bis’s aforementioned conditions carry significant consequences.

Ethics 52

Ethics Innovation Efficiency Thresholds 52

ivalua

JANUARY 8, 2023

The act was established to address issues of sustainability and ethical conduct in global supply chains, and has significant implications for companies and procurement organizations operating in Germany. The Act also presents an opportunity for procurement organizations to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and ethical conduct.

Supply Chain 97

Supply Chain Procurement Procurement Team Ethics 97

FedScoop

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

We want to do this extremely ethically,” Mehra said, “and with security in mind, foremost.” For an organization that moves roughly 129 billion mail pieces and packages annually and handles about 110 petabytes of data, according to Mehra, the USPS does everything at a “massive scale.”

Strategic Planning 116

Strategic Planning Ethics Logistics Transportation 116

FedScoop

OCTOBER 18, 2024

But with these best practices and principles, guided by President Biden’s and Vice President Harris’s leadership, we can seize this moment and promote innovation and prosperity for all.” As we embrace the opportunities that AI can offer, we must ensure workers are lifted up, not left behind.” The stakes are high.

Impact Assessment 118

Impact Assessment Transparency Quality Ethics 118

FedInsider

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Harnessing AI is a useful way to advance modernization goals, but AI governance—including ethical considerations, data security, and compliance with federal regulations—must remain a top priority. And increased AI implementation demand that organizations rethink how they staff, develop, and run their day-to-day operations.

IT 97

IT Ethics Participation Networking 97

American City & Country

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Sustainable procurement focuses on purchasing products and services that have minimal environmental impact, are ethically sourced, and support fair labor practices. Procurement is a constantly evolving field, and staying informed about industry trends, new technologies, and innovative solutions will help you stay ahead of the curve.

Purchasing 58

Purchasing Procurement Supplier Supply Chain 58

How to Crack a Nut

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The UK Government’s Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has recently published its Initial Guidance for Regulators on Implementing the UK’s AI Regulatory Principles (Feb 2024) (the ‘AI guidance’). We will not rush to legislate ’.

Innovation 59

Innovation Transparency Consulting Accountability 59

GovCon Wire

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The advanced engineering and innovative technology services provider said Monday that St. Mary would oversee its legal, ethics, compliance, contracts and security functions worldwide. Mary has been selected as the new chief legal officer and general counsel at Amentum, effective immediately.

Ethics 52

Ethics Engineering Innovation Contract 52

ExecutiveBiz

MARCH 28, 2024

"Our journey in this field has been driven by a relentless pursuit of ethical innovation.

Management 59

Management Ethics Integration Integrity 59

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

OCTOBER 25, 2024

In many cases the suppliers are doing their best but if the specification is a performance based one, which promotes innovation and gives the suppliers the opportunity to interpret it in their own way, maybe we should not react negatively when the item or service is not as we imagined.

Supplier 52

Supplier Supply Chain Ethics Sustainability 52

FedInsider

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Meanwhile, innovation leaders face a different set of challenges when scaling artificial intelligence, especially where AI is augmenting human decision making. Without a comprehensive data strategy, the legal and ethical challenges limit the potential of this emerging technology.

Data 98

Data Participation Leadership Networking 98

AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Whether through data-driven administrative decision-making, generative AI infrastructure for research, or enhanced learning tools for the classroom, higher education institutions are developing and applying technology in innovative and helpful ways.

Education 72

Education Ethics Innovation Evaluation 72

Extract Systems

JUNE 6, 2023

By updating this road map, the White House aims to align its AI initiatives with the latest technological advancements and evolving ethical considerations. The updated road map is expected to prioritize several key areas, including AI's impact on the economy, national security, ethics, privacy, and fairness.

Ethics 52

Ethics Transparency Collaboration Import 52

AWS Public Sector

APRIL 30, 2024

Over the next few years, the initiative intends to recruit up to 60 new faculty, create a community of scholars, develop AI-focused educational programs, and advance the ethical use of AI. This highlights the deep commitment of AWS to furthering innovation in higher education and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in cloud computing.

Education 83

Education Ethics Efficiency Accountability 83

FedInsider

OCTOBER 2, 2024

AI is an essential part of a digital playbook, with guidelines for ethical use, bias training, and data security. In his role, Kyle builds teams that use data to create innovative solutions to difficult business challenges.

Engineering 98

Engineering Data Consulting Innovation 98

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

JANUARY 9, 2024

The National Science Foundation announced Tuesday it is partnering with five philanthropic partners through a $16 million program to boost focus on ethical and social considerations in emerging technologies. One of the key goals of the program is to support and strengthen multidisciplinary collaborations and cross-sector collaborations.

Ethics 57

Ethics Participation Collaboration Innovation 57

GovLoop

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Let’s explore what this month has to offer: How to Use Data to Advance Agency Innovation Data-fueled innovation means you’re using data to make smarter decisions around service delivery. PT to hear ways to take the vast amount of data at your organization and turn it into actionable innovations. ET/11-11:50 a.m.

Innovation 59

Innovation Ethics Data Demand 59

WashngtonExec

JUNE 6, 2024

Andy Henson Senior Vice President of Digital Innovation, SAIC Andy Henson recently rolled out a comprehensive AI strategy for SAIC with a governance council and executive steering committee.

Ethics 40

Ethics Innovation Government Government 40

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 7, 2024

These pivotal topics comprised: the ethical considerations guiding arbitration, the transformative impact of technology in arbitration, and the evolving values and expectations that drive the international arbitration community.

Ethics 52

Ethics Balance Import Integration 52

AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

To address this gap, the­ Digital Transformation Hub (DxHub) at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) in San Luis Obispo – powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS) and part of the AWS Cloud Innovation Centers (CIC) program – took action. Members of Cal Poly DX Hub’s My eCISO team include university members and embedded AWS employees.

Innovation 78

Innovation Data Education Evaluation 78

Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems have become a crucial part of the digital economy driving change, and providing new opportunities supported by technological innovation. Ultimately, the PPN ensures transparency and ethical considerations in AI use. Ensures that AI systems align with data protection laws and ethical AI standards.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Ethics Tender 52

ivalua

AUGUST 11, 2021

Responsible sourcing is the incorporation of ethical, sustainable and socially conscious principles into sourcing, procurement and overall supply chain management practices. There is a growing trend among consumers for responsible sourcing or ethical sourcing. Responsible sourcing requires a shift in thinking and priorities.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Supplier Ethics Sustainability 52

ivalua

MARCH 3, 2020

Innovation labs and incubators have multiplied in major corporations to try to find the next startup that will rejuvenate their business models. In the last years, this approach been seen as the Holy Grail to unlocking innovation of enterprises. A fact has been striking me for a while. Why is it so?

Procurement 72

Procurement Supplier Collaboration Innovation 72

FedScoop

AUGUST 8, 2024

For over a decade, AI has been integrated into LexisNexis Risk Solutions technology and plays a crucial role in helping drive innovation and enhance products and services.

Data 86

Data Quality Management Integration 86

GovLoop

OCTOBER 23, 2023

“Soft skills such as communication, critical thinking, problem solving, team work, and worth ethic are highly transferable between industries and can often be the difference between you receiving job interviews and offers or not,” the article states. This article appears in our guide “ How to Change Things up (and Make It Stick).”

Ethics 59

Ethics Demand Innovation Collaboration 59

GovLoop

APRIL 15, 2024

And poor data management can undermine AI innovations. Agencies need an overarching AI strategy that answers four questions, he said: What are your ethics and biases? There are real hazards to getting it wrong: loss of public trust, legal ramifications, bad decision-making, and missed opportunities, he said.

Data 64

Data Ethics Quantity Management 64

FedInsider

OCTOBER 15, 2023

And most importantly, how to accomplish all this securely, and ethically. She was also named to the World Economic Forum Young Scientist List and the MIT Technology Review World’s Top 35 Innovators under the Age of 35 list and is a Senior Member of the National Academy of Inventors. Predicting major events on a flood plain and more.

Engineering 111

Engineering Ethics Consulting Leadership 111

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The panel delved into (i) the mechanisms and challenges of dispute resolution in the decentralized space, and (ii) the integration of artificial intelligence (“AI”) into judicial systems and arbitration proceedings and the underlying legal and ethical considerations. After all, there is ample scope to push these boundaries.

Ethics 52

Ethics Integration Integrity Risk Management 52

GovLoop

MAY 1, 2024

Data ethics Consider potential individual/societal impacts in data collection, use and storage. For more ideas about how to use data in important and innovative ways, download it here: Get the guide Photo by Scott Webb at pexels.com Favorite Collective data stewardship Ensure accountability throughout the data life cycle.

Data 52

Data End to End Quality Ethics 52

How to Crack a Nut

JULY 1, 2024

For example, where ethical walls need to be set up within the bidding organisation to prevent conflicts of interest, how can I be sure that a shared AI bot won’t take information from one side of the ethical wall and feed it to the other? Adherence to ethical guidelines, ensuring that there is no theft of intellectual property.

Bidder 52

Bidder Tender Buyers Bidding 52

ivalua

APRIL 8, 2020

They miss the huge opportunity of co-innovating with these businesses, especially startups, by failing to take a differentiated approach. This is a method medium-size companies have already integrated in their supplier innovation strategy. Is a strong supplier innovation strategy the key to additional growth points?

Supplier 59

Supplier Management Buyers Innovation 59

ivalua

JANUARY 7, 2016

We sit at the intersection of old and new Pittsburgh: helping our manufacturing customers improve their financial performance and product success with innovative technology. Our industry composition has certainly changed, but our work ethic remains the same. And the Steelers long ago became emblematic of that work ethic.

Ethics 40

Ethics Manufacturing Innovation 40