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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How to Crack a Nut

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The UK Government has recently published its official response (the ‘response’) to the public consultation of March 2023 on its ‘ pro-innovation approach ’ to AI regulation (for an initial discussion, see here ). The government is also using the procurement power of the public sector to drive responsible and safe AI innovation.

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How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

On 13 November 2023, the UK Government published guidance setting out its ambitions for innovation procurement under the new Procurement Act 2023 (not yet in force, of which you can read a summary here). This further expands on the ambitions underpinning the Transforming Public Procurement project that started after Brexit.

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Procurement Innovation E-procurement Buyers 127

FedScoop

JULY 8, 2024

Additionally, the organization recommended issuing an executive order that “mandates system auditability” along with developing standards for audit trails and advocating for legislation that aims to increase transparency in AI-related applications.

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Extract Systems

AUGUST 1, 2023

Striking a balance between transparency and protecting sensitive information is a challenging task for government entities. Hamilton County, Ohio, successfully addressed the dual challenge of enhancing transparency and protecting sensitive information by implementing Extract Systems' ID Shield redaction software.

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Tracker Intelligence

JULY 20, 2022

In the UK, the government spends around £284 billion on public sector contracts every year. With so much money in play, it should be unsurprising that government procurement attracts so much interest. Even big names like Amazon, Dell, and Apple hold government contracts in England. What is Government Contracting?

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Government Contracts Government Government Innovation 52

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The mayor’s purpose that day was to introduce his new 10-year operational strategic plan to an audience of some 500 employees—a plan intended to modernize the way government works, make services more accessible, empower the city workforce and improve the city’s financial outlook.

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Strategic Planning Government Government Professional Services 72

American City & Country

AUGUST 28, 2024

In my experience working with city governments, I’ve seen firsthand cities like Los Angeles, Chicago, Sacramento, and St. These factors mean that governments must do more with less. Today’s situation has become increasingly dire for many municipalities that once relied on robust federal funding and a strong market.

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Federal News Network

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Security breaches are a near daily occurrence costing industries and governments billions annually. And earlier this summer, the federal government confirmed that several agencies were impacted by the MOVEit software hack allegedly carried out by a Russian ransomware gang.

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Government Contracts Supply Chain Government Government 102

FedScoop

APRIL 1, 2024

Imagine a government agency that operates lightning fast, anticipating citizen needs before they arise, and where automated processes handle tedious tasks, freeing up employee expertise for complex mission problems. For agencies that continue to embrace cloud innovation strategically, this future is closer than many might think.

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AWS Public Sector

AUGUST 6, 2024

As Australia moves forward with its National framework for the assurance of artificial intelligence in government , Amazon Web Services (AWS) is committed to helping our customers implement AI solutions that align with Australia’s AI Ethics Principles. Each dimension is explored in depth in our responsible use of machine learning guide.

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Government Government Ethics Transparency 67

Select GCR

MAY 7, 2024

Trying to figure out how to get a government contract? Key Takeaways The federal government provides a plethora of government contractor opportunities, organized by NAICS codes, requiring awareness of various types of contracts and agency-specific needs such as cybersecurity readiness for the Department of Defense.

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AWS Public Sector

MAY 28, 2024

The EHDS will establish a common framework and infrastructure for the use of health data for research, innovation, policy-making, and regulatory activities in the European Union (EU). The path forward necessitates thoughtful policy frameworks combined with cutting-edge technologies to enable security, transparency, and control of health data.

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Data Innovation Ethics Electronics 80

Extract Systems

DECEMBER 26, 2023

California’s Governor Gavin Newsom's signing of Assembly Bill 1466 (AB1466) stands as a sign for transparency and accountability. AB1466 – A Closer Look: AB1466 not only emphasizes the need for transparency in California real property records but places a specific focus on the identification and redaction of unlawfully restrictive covenants.

Government 52

Government Government Transparency Accountability 52

Public Procurement Intl

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The methods ultimately selected in the implementing regulations must be in keeping with Section 217 of the South African constitution, which calls for fairness, equitability, transparency, competitiveness, and cost-effectiveness in the procurement system. procurement system and elsewhere. In the U.S.

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Public Procurement Procurement Negotiation Participation 130

Extract Systems

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, government agencies face the formidable challenge of staying current with technological advancements while fulfilling their primary mission: serving the public effectively and efficiently. This is where automated data extraction technology comes into play.

Government 52

Government Government Transparency Efficiency 52

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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Government Contracts Legal Forum

APRIL 11, 2024

AI remains a critical focus of both the federal government and industry, with multiple efforts in recent weeks to address governance of the development and use of AI in the United States. Just days later, on March 5, 2024, House Chairman Comer and Ranking Member Raskin introduced the Federal AI Governance and Transparency Act.

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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 ’.

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Innovation Transparency Consulting Accountability 57

Select GCR

APRIL 26, 2024

Introducing the Client Success Government Marketing Program (CSGMP) – the ultimate solution in government marketing! CSGMP stands out as the premier marketing program designed specifically to drive success in the government sphere. Prepare to excel in government procurement with our strategic and informative program.

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FedInsider

MARCH 4, 2024

Meanwhile, New York City’s Office of Technology and Innovation has its own IT strategic plan , focusing on such goals as universal broadband access, simplifying online service delivery, and harnessing data to advance data-driven operations. Jane brings a lifetime career in media and government to her role. Moses received a Ph.D.,

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FedScoop

APRIL 16, 2024

During a session on public sector innovation at Google Cloud Next ’24, leaders from the World Bank, the United Nations Population Fund, and the United Nations Office for Project Services shared strategies for boosting productivity by fostering operational consistency and shared understanding.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 29, 2019

Procurement transparency exists within the public sector because it is required by law. And yet, not all transparency is equally effective. Suppliers need bidding and contract transparency. The public needs spend and supplier selection transparency.

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AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Government organisations can improve e-governance standards and enable on-demand digital services for citizens and businesses across India. Hundreds of thousands of customers in India have chosen AWS to run their workloads to drive cost savings, accelerate innovation, and speed up time to market.

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E-auction Government Government E-procurement 76

GovLoop

MARCH 25, 2024

In an article about rebuilding trust in government, Deloitte Insights broke down government work into six archetypes: retailer, retailer-like, innovator, educator, regulator and enforcer. It’s a question worth asking, and it may lead to insights that help you develop a better relationship with the public.

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Retail Education Transparency Quality 102

ivalua

JUNE 15, 2022

Automation and innovation are at the forefront of the supply chain industry with procurement acting as a key enabler in the process. Körber, a leading international technology group with over 10,000 employees, aims to be a tech leader in procurement to open the door in supply chain performance and drive innovation in the community. .

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Open Contracting Partnership

MARCH 8, 2024

Take a look at insights from incredible women who are breaking barriers, defying expectations, and reshaping the landscape of governance, public procurement, and leadership. Myth 1: Women-led and -owned businesses cannot successfully deliver government contracts Women are excelling in business.

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Government Contracts Leadership Government Government 73

ivalua

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Premier event for Acquisitions / Procurement practitioners will showcase the innovations and best practices delivering improved efficiency, transparency and value to taxpayers. This event will showcase the innovators doing just that and the technology that will deliver ever more value tomorrow.” on April 3, 2019.

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Public Procurement Innovation Procurement Government 40

Extract Systems

JULY 18, 2023

Government procurement is a complex and critical process that involves high stakes, time sensitivity, and significant importance. Integration of Systems: Government agencies often have a mix of legacy systems and disparate tools. Our advanced technology offers a range of benefits for government agencies.

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Procurement Government Government Efficiency 52

FedScoop

JULY 16, 2024

Udaya Patnaik, chief innovation officer for the Office of IT Category in GSA’s Federal Acquisition Service, said last month during a Professional Services Council event that the limited knowledge of AI’s capabilities aren’t clear, presenting a challenge when trying to interact with a “constantly evolving technology.”

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Professional Services Transparency Purchasing Innovation 95

SmallGovCon

APRIL 5, 2024

We’ve included some fascinating articles on what’s happening in the federal government contracting world we think you will enjoy. Yet another beautiful spring Friday for us at SmallGovCon! And you guessed it, it’s time for your week in review. Have a wonderful weekend!

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Government Contracts Procurement Transparency Contract 75

FedScoop

AUGUST 1, 2024

Atlanta and New York City and co-sponsored by Microsoft and OpenAI, was part of the agency’s efforts to get the federal government to open up authoritative data and set it up for usability, GSA Administrator Robin Carnahan told reporters in D.C. The event, held in Washington, D.C., It’s just something that is now becoming the norm.”

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University of Bristol

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Procurement rules and policies seek to ensure that contract awards are free from corruption, conflicts of interest or anticompetitive practices, and that these vast sums of public funds generate value for money and support social, environmental, and innovative practices. There is always room for improvement, though.

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Procurement Government Government Buyers 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 12, 2024

The Coalition for Government Procurement is thrilled to announce the 2023 recipients of the Excellence in Partnership (EIP) Awards! The recipients of the 2023 EIP Awards demonstrated exemplary dedication, expertise, and commitment to advancing the partnership between government and industry.

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E-procurement Sustainability Collaboration Procurement 64

Extract Systems

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Summary: Government agencies are at the forefront of adopting innovative technology solutions, including cloud-based systems, data analytics, and automation, to modernize their operations. These advancements are driving efficiency, transparency, and improved public service delivery, shaping a more responsive government for the future.

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Great Government Through Technology

MARCH 28, 2024

March marks National Procurement Month, a period to honor procurement professionals and the acquisition workforce across industry and government. I want to take a moment to acknowledge the acquisition professionals across all levels of government and industry that work with GSA to deliver Best-in-Class service.

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IT Supply Chain Transparency Procurement 64

Open Contracting Partnership

JUNE 3, 2024

It’s an appropriate workplace for the woman spearheading efforts to increase transparency and oversight of public spending in Rwanda, by digitalizing the platform running the country’s public procurement and professionalizing its workforce and processes. The government needs to think about the local communities, about creating jobs.

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Public Procurement Procurement E-procurement Transparency 73