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FBI’s AI efforts face funding and workforce barriers, OIG finds

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Problems with data architecture and IT infrastructure, meanwhile, can be chalked up to limited resources and a lack of strategic planning, FBI personnel told the watchdog. Funding issues mean the bureau struggles to modernize systems and relies instead on legacy tools.

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The Postal Service is leaning into AI for better shipping experiences

FedScoop

Mehra’s knowing confidence just weeks ahead of the holiday shipping season is seemingly buoyed by two factors: the agency’s apparent progress in Postmaster General Louis DeJoy’s 10-year strategic plan , and more pointedly, its embrace of artificial intelligence. “We’ve

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What is Strategic Procurement, and How Can Cooperative Purchasing Help?

American City & Country

In this blog, we’ll explore key best practices and show how leveraging group/cooperative purchasing can help you master the art of strategic sourcing. Develop a Strategic Procurement Plan Procurement shouldn’t be reactive; it should be proactive.

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How Certified Procurement Professionals Drive Efficiency in Supply Chain Management

The Procurement School

From strategic planning and effective communication to ethical procurement and sustainability, we ensure our students develop a well-rounded skill set essential in today’s procurement landscape. The comprehensive skill set acquired through our courses is crucial in enhancing supply chain management.

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How Texas Is Cultivating a Data-Savvy Workforce

GovLoop

They use data to inform their decisions, develop strategic plans and measurably contribute to the success of the organization.” “A data-savvy workforce understands how to collect and analyze data but also understands its significance,” Cooke said. One key concern is data lineage: Where did the data come from?

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3 Data Storage Technologies: A Comparison

GovLoop

Meredith Trimble is a former municipal official and Town Council Acting Chair, who focused on strategic planning, annual budgeting and bonded infrastructure projects. In her current role as a Content Manager, Editorial with Tyler Technologies, Inc., she writes content to help empower those who serve the public.

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In-Depth Analysis of Framework Agreements in Public Sector Procurement

Tracker Intelligence

Through the use of information such as tender insight and strategic planning, smaller suppliers can become well placed to win these competitive public sector contracts by understanding framework agreements and identifying procurement opportunities effectively.