ivalua

OCTOBER 18, 2022

The business case for data-driven transparency is not hard to make. While data quality cannot be perfected and some technological innovations aren’t quite ready for prime time, tremendous improvements are possible. Below, Improve Data Quality. Improve Data Quality. Ensure Accessibility. Build a Data-literate Team.

Transparency 52

Transparency Supply Chain Data Procurement 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. Before G-Cloud, the average IT tender elicited three to four bids; after G-Cloud, it elicits eight or nine.

Procurement 138

Procurement Framework Agreement IT Public Private Partnership 138

FedScoop

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The Department of Labor is spelling out how artificial intelligence can boost job quality without harming the rights of workers, releasing a roadmap this week that aims to empower workforces in underserved communities as use of the emerging technology proliferates.

Impact Assessment 121

Impact Assessment Transparency Quality Ethics 121

ivalua

OCTOBER 13, 2022

The majority of organizations consider supply chain transparency to be a top priority, however less than a third are satisfied with the level of visibility into their suppliers. Many organizations still rely on conventional data sources such as contracts, invoices, and audits to support their supply chain transparency initiatives.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Transparency Procurement Procurement Team 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 14, 2025

As a threshold matter, it is important to note that the remaining 85 percent of supplies and products are ordered manually across the VA. Manual orders increase overall costs, undermine compliance, and limit transparency. Significant challenges across the medical supply chain remain.

Supply Chain 49

Supply Chain Purchasing Transparency Price 49

GovSpend

JANUARY 22, 2025

Elevating Data Coverage and Quality: We are investing heavily in our data operations, partnering more closely with government agencies and school districts to expand data coverage across our modules, utilizing AI for cleaner data extraction, and developing tools to further improve data quality and transparency.

Quality 59

Quality Data Utilities Integrity 59

Extract Systems

AUGUST 1, 2023

Striking a balance between transparency and protecting sensitive information is a challenging task for government entities. It's important to note that redaction was only applied to selected document types on a day-forward basis, leaving previously submitted records untouched.

Balance 52

Balance Transparency Collaboration Data 52

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. This encourages more diverse participation and improves the quality of responses – and therefore creates value for the general public.

Transparency 45

Transparency Procurement Supplier End to End 45

Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 19, 2023

At 2 am on Saturday morning, the day after the 10th Conference of the States Parties to the UN Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) was meant to end in Atlanta, exhausted negotiators finally adopted a resolution on “ Promoting transparency and integrity in public procurement in support of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development ”.

Public Procurement 140

Public Procurement Procurement E-procurement IT 140

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Transparency and accountability are crucial to maintaining public trust and require clear policies on surveillance use and data access.” Cross-departmental collaboration and scalable solutions are important to maximizing ROI and adapting to changing citizen demands within budget constraints.”

Purchasing 110

Purchasing Total Cost of Ownership Government Government 110

Inside Government Contracts

AUGUST 21, 2023

Many in the defense industrial base view the bid protest system as providing necessary transparency and accountability in the contracting process, including to ensure that the government follows the law and its own procedures. Section 804 seems to begin from the premise that there is a public interest in deterring bid protests.

Bidding 130

Bidding Quality Sustainability Accountability 130

The Softly Spark

AUGUST 8, 2024

However, staying silent about your eco-friendly practices is not the solution – consumers crave transparency! How you present your claims is important. Be transparent and qualify your green claims to maintain trust. Vague terms are not trustworthy. If you’re making an environmental claim, back it up with evidence.

Sustainability 98

Sustainability Transparency Buyers Quality 98

GovSpend

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Paige emphasized the importance of assessing a vendor’s credibility and reliability using historical data, including which government agencies they’ve worked with and whether they deliver goods and services on time. This revelation motivated him to bring more transparency to government purchasing.

Procurement 105

Procurement Purchasing Price Bidding 105

FedScoop

AUGUST 12, 2024

The goal of this is really to harness the power of data to advance diplomatic efforts, improve operational efficiency, and ensure transparency and accountability in the Department of State’s activities,” Khan said. Khan said that improved the quality of the data and saved more than 600 labor hours.

Data 117

Data Collaboration Efficiency Accountability 117

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 8, 2024

Any organizations or teams that use generative AI to make decisions or prioritize actions, must build responsible AI systems that are fair, explainable, robust, secure, transparent, and that safeguard privacy. It’s important to be able to justify how these process-support systems arrived at choices.

Transparency 80

Transparency Efficiency Data Utilities 80

The Procurement ClassRoom

JUNE 2, 2024

Quality Requirements : They describe the quality and specifications of the goods , services , or works required. Importance of Accuracy and Clarity The accuracy and clarity of bidding documents are crucial. Invitation to Bid : They formally invite potential bidders to submit their bids.

Public Procurement 91

Public Procurement Bidding Procurement Bidder 91

Federal News Network

AUGUST 9, 2024

We value collaboration, and we strive to ensure a transparent process for our industry partners. So, it’s receiving a flood of attention which creates a flood of questions, yet we are not getting, for whatever reason, transparency back to know where this is going. But in this case, NASA says ‘stop contacting us.’

Evaluation 119

Evaluation Bidding E-procurement Consulting 119

Open Contracting Partnership

APRIL 1, 2024

They check the availability and quality of constructed bike lanes, particularly in major metropolitan areas using OpenStreetMaps regularly updated via crowdsourcing. PhilGEPS was such an important partner in the project,” says Abante. Implementation of these projects is actively monitored by a highly engaged cycling community.

Budget 136

Budget Transportation Transportation Bidder 136

How to Crack a Nut

OCTOBER 6, 2023

It is thus important to understand the shortcomings inherent to this approach and to the model AI clauses, before assuming that their use will actually ensure the ‘trustworthy, transparent, and accountable development [and deployment] of AI technologies’. Much more is needed than mere reliance on the model AI clauses.

Buyers 88

Buyers E-procurement Transparency Procurement 88

How to Crack a Nut

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The Supplier will ensure that the AI System is designed, developed and tested in a way which ensures that its operation is sufficiently transparent to enable the Customer to understand and use the AI System appropriately. That said, effectiveness and accuracy are often trade-offs for transparency in AI models.

Supplier 75

Supplier Transparency Negotiation Procurement 75

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

These agreements take on even greater importance under the Procurement Act 2023, with greater emphasis on transparency, competition and sustainability. Working with one supplier under single-supplier systems guarantees constant quality and easier administration. What Are Framework Agreements?

Framework Agreement 52

Framework Agreement Procurement Supplier Buyers 52

GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

It’s important to prioritize data quality to build trust with end users. Inaccurate or low-quality data can lead to misleading outputs. It’s also important to prioritize strong data governance and security. Interacting with AI immersively is important.

Quality 52

Quality Ethics Data Import 52

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Furthermore, Schneider emphasized that the depth of the tribunal’s engagement with a case, and consequently the quality of its decision, largely depends on the resources that the parties are willing to invest. The panelists agreed that diversity is important and that raising awareness among parties could help enhance its consideration.

Innovation 52

Innovation Efficiency Balance Quality 52

Tendersinfo

MARCH 24, 2021

The higher the value of the contract higher is the team size hence it important to understand the metrics based on which a bid is successful. Procurement Professionals evaluate Tenders based on Price v/s Quality. Hence it is important to put your best foot forward and put across your best potential to the procurement team.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Tender Bidding 52

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 14, 2024

The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Sustainability Breakfast Briefing on February 20, 2024, in Dublin, Ireland, featured a panel of sustainability experts from AWS customers and partners, as well as educational talks on important sustainability themes. Leveraging AI however, can accelerate the collection of ESG reporting and facilitate insights.

Sustainability 81

Sustainability Data Quality Efficiency 81

ivalua

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

These include new Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and New Product Introduction (NPI) capabilities, as well as enhancements to its existing Bill of Materials (BOM) Lifecycle Manager. The new capabilities enable visibility of common components across multiple Bill of Materials imported from PLM and ERP systems.

Innovation 9

Innovation Management Quality Manufacturing 9

ivalua

JUNE 4, 2020

Supplier Data Quality & Management in Decision Making. Transparency, or ability to scale data, across an organization. This is where Source-to-Pay systems can help – by providing procurement teams with a system that centralizes information and ensures data quality meets a high standard. Financial, etc.).

Supply Chain 69

Supply Chain Procurement Supplier Procurement Team 69

GovLoop

DECEMBER 9, 2022

The new department’s name reflects the idea that engagement is as important as communications itself, Reed said. In the end, I think the most important part of having a brand, of a consistent brand message, is trust,” she said. Be transparent. As with commercial companies, a city’s brand is about connecting with people. “In

Media 59

Media Quality Budget Import 59

Open Contracting Partnership

MARCH 8, 2024

When given opportunities, these businesses excel in delivering quality and innovation. Construction continues to be the second most important industry, and office supplies took the place of food sales. Myth 1: Women-led and -owned businesses cannot successfully deliver government contracts Women are excelling in business.

Government Contracts 80

Government Contracts Leadership Government Government 80

AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Research suggests EHRs translate into better quality and outcomes of care: organisations that implemented EHRs had 30% higher adherence to clinical guidelines, a 54% reduction in medication errors, and a 36% reduction in adverse drug events. Transparency in the adoption of cloud is just so crucial.

Data 80

Data Sustainability Innovation Electronics 80

The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 12, 2024

Todd, who also served as the Chief Architect and Designer of the highly successful ASTRO program, demonstrated his understanding of the importance of government and industry relationships, as evidenced by his client partnerships with the Army, Navy, Air Force, and others that resulted in billions of dollars of revenue transacted efficiently.

E-procurement 64

E-procurement Sustainability Procurement Collaboration 64

Select GCR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This article will explore what is prime contractor roles, responsibilities, and the importance of prime contractors in government projects. Importance in Government Projects The successful realization of federal contracts greatly depends on prime contractors fulfilling their contractual obligations.

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Contract Bidding Participation 52

ivalua

APRIL 17, 2023

Scalability Scalability is another important consideration when choosing a procurement software solution. At Ivalua, we understand the importance of having a single source of truth for your data. Transparency Finally, transparency is critical in public sector procurement.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Transparency Supplier 52

The Softly Spark

JANUARY 13, 2025

Consumers today expect transparency, proof, and meaningful action. Communicate and Engage with Consumers Being transparent and honest about your commitment to sustainability is essential for effectively connecting with your environmentally conscious customers. Focus on resource sourcing, production methods, and labor conditions.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Transparency Retail Education 52

Curbing Corruption in Government Contracting

OCTOBER 5, 2020

GTI-R/2020:02, Budapest: Government Transparency Institute. 3) Adverse impact on growth through lower efficiency of public investment, lower quality of public services and higher volatility in markets with substantial public presence. Fazekas, M., Dávid-Barret, E., Basdevant, O.

Corruption 52

Corruption E-procurement Public Procurement Contract 52

Curbing Corruption in Government Contracting

JANUARY 21, 2020

GTI-WP/2020:01, Budapest: Government Transparency Institute. It establishes a robust methodology to explore what impacts can be measured and also explores the channels through which transparency is indeed impactful – e.g. who are the stakeholders and enablers that are the actual drivers of change using increased transparency.

Bidder 40

Bidder Transparency Contract Public Procurement 40

ivalua

MARCH 24, 2022

Further, suppliers play a pivotal role in innovation, ESG, risk management, quality, supply continuity, and many other critical organizational functions. Ivalua is honored to be recognized in this important evaluation covering a broad range of Procurement and Supply Chain processes.

Supplier 52

Supplier Management Supply Chain Media 52