GovLoop

OCTOBER 9, 2023

If you’re going to innovate, you need to have a place to do it and the people to do it with. The city of Philadelphia has a robust Public Technology and Innovation team within its Office of Innovation and Technology. The team builds out the city’s capacity to innovate by exploring several areas of community and workforce.

Innovation 98

Innovation Capacity Evaluation Management 98

AWS Public Sector

DECEMBER 3, 2024

At Amazon Web Services (AWS) , we are committed to empowering our partners to accelerate their cloud innovation journeys. They leveraged AWS generative AI funding to reduce costs and demonstrate solutions for their customers.

Innovation 59

Innovation Education Finance Utilities 59

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 is an important issue that may require further discussion in a separate post.

Procurement 128

Procurement Innovation E-procurement Buyers 128

FedTech Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2022

There are many technologies agencies can employ to ensure protection from ransomware, but with ever-evolving threats, it is more important than ever to ensure an air… It’s part of the 3-2-1 rule of backup: keep three copies of your data, use two different forms of media and keep one copy offsite.

Innovation 130

Innovation Media Data Import 130

FedScoop

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As artificial intelligence continues transforming the federal government, agencies are investing in innovative AI applications to enhance mission effectiveness, security and efficiency. The post Harnessing AI innovation across federal agencies appeared first on FedScoop.

Innovation 100

Innovation Balance Efficiency Data 100

FedInsider

JANUARY 9, 2024

As the DOD works with industry to adopt 5G networks, prototyping and sandboxing 5G capabilities can bolster adoption and innovation. He has served on the Board of the Wireless Innovation Forum and on the IT Advisory Commission for Arlington County, Virginia. The NSC provides the Government direct access to over 350 members of U.S.

Innovation 103

Innovation Warehouse Supply Chain Networking 103

Federal News Network

MAY 30, 2024

And so, DoD, on the one hand, is pursuing a number of policies that are important for protecting national security and policy interests, whether that’s cyber security, supply chain restrictions, domestic preferences. Tom Temin Dan Ramish is a procurement attorney with Haynes Boone. As always, thanks so much. Dan Ramish Thanks, Tom.

Supplier 92

Supplier Innovation Price Accountability 92

FedScoop

JANUARY 17, 2025

Laura Stanton, assistant commissioner in the GSA Office of Information Technology Category, said in a statement that the GMAS program exemplifies how collaboration with industry can drive innovation and deliver significant value to government and taxpayers alike. This alignment is a critical step toward greater efficiency and security.

IT 112

IT Vendor Management Risk Management Education 112

AWS Public Sector

JULY 23, 2024

The event covered a range of topics including forging effective public-private partnerships, aligning AI governance strategies with allies, debating opportunities and challenges in the age of AI innovation, and building responsible, resilient AI systems. Another panel discussion focused on the power of AI to enhance national security.

Innovation 84

Innovation Government Government Public Private Partnership 84

AWS Public Sector

DECEMBER 2, 2024

With Digital Iceland’s unique challenges as an island nation responsible for critical government services, it’s important to provide continuity of critical government services, even during our most severe disaster planning scenarios where connectivity to Iceland would be disrupted,” said Birna Íris Jónsdóttir, CEO of Digital Iceland. “We

Networking 132

Networking Data Manufacturing Government 132

AWS Public Sector

AUGUST 6, 2024

Despite a common misconception about government, state agencies regularly innovate on behalf of their constituents. In this post, we share examples of innovation from New Mexico and North Carolina. The DHHS took an innovative approach to implement a solution rapidly. There are several options to consider.

Innovation 72

Innovation Procurement Professional Services Purchasing 72

FedScoop

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Passing the legislation is important “given the amount of dollars that are at stake, but also … [the] security implications and just pure efficiencies and resiliency of operations,” Triplette said. “We We depend on our cloud operations, we depend on our daily technology to function every day, and this is getting at it.”

Purchasing 95

Purchasing Efficiency Transparency Budget 95

AWS Public Sector

APRIL 17, 2024

The University of Pittsburgh , the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), the University of California Davis Health Cloud Innovation Center (UCDH CIC)—powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS)—and the AWS Digital Innovation (DI) team have seized on Dr. Fauci’s call-to-action to “flood the system with correct information.”

Innovation 87

Innovation Data Education Evaluation 87

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). In May 2022, the European Commission (EC) proposed to set up a European Health Data Space (EHDS).

Data 85

Data Innovation Ethics Electronics 85

AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 10, 2023

If anyone can share the importance of learning and using one’s skills – without requiring formal higher education – John may be one of the best people to ask. I’m Sarah Storelli, senior global marketing leader for AWS WWPS, and I’m on a quest to discover the people behind innovations across industries. Check out AWS Skill Builder.

Innovation 83

Innovation Education Import Leadership 83

AWS Public Sector

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

And this range can have important multiplier effects in expanding the use of existing and proven digital solutions. “A A core focus of the Future of Government Awards is the importance of open source,” said Joe Hooper, director of the UNDP Global Centre for Technology, Innovation, and Sustainable Development.

Government 142

Government Government Innovation Education 142

GovCon Wire

AUGUST 15, 2024

During a panel discussion dubbed “Trusted Mission AI” at Leidos‘ seventh annual Supplier Innovation & Technology Symposium, Leidos’ Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer Ron Keesing

Import 64

Import Supplier Innovation Government 64

ivalua

JANUARY 31, 2023

Through Ivalua’s EIC, emissions data can be imported from recognized third-party emissions data sources or directly from suppliers; the data is then combined with other information such as environmental risk scores, policies, published targets, or certifications. Learn more at www.ivalua.com. Follow us at @Ivalua.

Supply Chain 98

Supply Chain Innovation Supplier Sustainability 98

GovCon Wire

JUNE 18, 2024

Communications technology advancements are driving forward important innovations and improvements for 5G. But what’s in store for the next generation of 5G connectivity and communications in the defense sector? Panelists at the Potomac Officers Club’s 5G Forum shared their insights last month.

Innovation 111

Innovation Import 111

The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

To succeed, governments must embrace innovation, integrate cutting-edge tools like artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain, and empower procurement teams to lead the way. 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

Federal News Network

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

This proposed statutory authority will immediately open up a world of innovation and efficiency for the government and industry. Sometimes, quality, delivery, innovation, or other benefits are more important than price. Competition at the order level includes price competition.

Price 53

Price Innovation Quality Contract 53

ExecutiveBiz

JUNE 18, 2024

Haresh Vataliya, CEO of vTech Solution, has navigated a path of strategic growth and innovation for nearly two decades. Unlike most companies that start with a product or service in mind (“the Uber of aglets”), or the sole focus on financial success, vTech Solution started as an answer to an important question: “How do we […]

Innovation 105

Innovation Import 105

American City & Country

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

It’s important to have a robust system in place to control access while ensuring that staff and attendees can move freely and efficiently. It’s important to have clear lines of communication between all stakeholders, as well as access to medical personnel who can respond to emergencies on the ground.

Procurement 58

Procurement Procurement Team Supplier Quality 58

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.

Collaboration 66

Collaboration Innovation Efficiency Integration 66

Open Contracting Partnership

JANUARY 9, 2025

Its important for us to be accountable to them and understand they are the end user and beneficiary of our procurement. Because of the amount of dollars that we spend, and individuals that we touch with the services that we provide, people in procurement actually have the opportunity to be engines of innovation.

Participation 104

Participation Government Contracts Government Government 104

FedScoop

OCTOBER 28, 2024

TransUnion’s Vice President of Public Sector Identity, Stuart Levy, stresses the importance of efficient identity verification. As agencies continue to digitize services, deploying innovative fraud prevention systems will be crucial to maintaining security and ensuring equitable access for legitimate users.

Integration 63

Integration Integrity Import Data 63

FedScoop

JUNE 5, 2024

Four FBI technology officials who spoke at a GDIT event in Washington detailed the agency’s focus on promoting AI innovations where those tools are merited — such as in its tip line — and ensuring uses could ultimately meet the law enforcement agency’s need to have technology that could later be defended legally.

Ethics 118

Ethics Transparency Innovation Inventory 118

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. Managing investment and securing value for money Problem: Government reform often requires large-scale investment.

Procurement 138

Procurement Framework Agreement IT Public Private Partnership 138

AWS Public Sector

MAY 14, 2024

With a focus on mentorship and guidance from industry experts, students can effectively navigate the complexities of AI/ML, fostering collaboration, innovation, and a robust tech ecosystem in the region. The future of AI and ML is too important to be left in the hands of a few.

Innovation 72

Innovation Education Participation Demand 72

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

GovSpend

JUNE 20, 2024

Were you aware that in FY 23, a substantial $6.23B, accounting for 8% of total federal contracts, was allocated to Small Business Innovation Research (SBIRs) and Small Business Technology Transfers (STTRs), benefiting 3,230 businesses ? It’s important to note that SBIRs can also be awarded through grants. in FY 20 to $6.3B

Contract 105

Contract Innovation Participation Utilities 105

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 15, 2024

But it’s important not to confuse ease of use with effortless deployment. As AI strategists for the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Generative AI Innovation Center , we wrote this post to provide a tried-and-tested AI framework you could consider. In other words, you’ll need to do important groundwork before you produce results.

Data 134

Data Import Efficiency Balance 134

GovLoop

OCTOBER 12, 2023

As agencies take steps to innovate — such as expanding reliance on the cloud and adding new apps, integrations, and automations — their IT ecosystems become more complex. It empowers customers to innovate by consolidating tools, reducing complexity, and having visibility across the stack for all teams and stakeholders.

Innovation 102

Innovation Distribution Professional Services Integration 102

AWS Public Sector

JULY 23, 2024

And since security and compliance are especially important for schools, where there are rules around data security and the recording of students, Sibme appreciated the AWS toolkit that helps them stay FERPA and COPPA compliant while securing data and shutting down suspicious activity before it can compromise accounts.

Education 78

Education Innovation Quality Data 78

FedScoop

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The AI Research, Innovation and Accountability Act of 2023 , introduced Wednesday by Sens. This bipartisan legislation is one important step of many necessary towards addressing potential harms. John Thune, R-S.D., Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn.,

Transportation 103

Transportation Transportation Innovation Risk Management 103

USFCR

APRIL 30, 2024

This commitment to sustainable development opens a dynamic avenue for tree and landscaping businesses to contribute their expertise to important federal projects, fostering community green spaces and enhancing environmental sustainability.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Quality Demand Innovation 105

FedScoop

APRIL 1, 2024

In these relatively nascent days, some federal cyber officials have said they believe that AI provides more of an advantage to defenders than attackers in cyberspace, while others warn that the pace of innovation looms as a threat to the country. We have to make sure that we’re putting all the checks and balances in place.”

Inventory 133

Inventory Import Balance Budget 133