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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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Smart Public Procurement for Better Public Spending in Latin America and the Caribbean

Inter-American Development Bank

At its core, it advocates for the implementation of regulatory reforms, digital transformation, and strategic planning to create a procurement system that responds effectively to complex societal needs. For LAC countries, digital technologies can be an important ally in achieving this balance.

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Creating Trust and Inclusion at Your Agency: NextGen Speakers Explain How

GovLoop

To understand the importance of trust and how to build it, she busted three myths associated with the term. The Office of Personnel Management charged federal agencies to develop and implement diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) plans. It’s not enough to issue a paycheck for the work.

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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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Federal News: Exploring the Trends and Innovations in Government Contracting

ExecutiveBiz

Staying up-to-date with federal news provides government contractors with important updates on policy changes, regulations, and contract opportunities. It enables contractors to get valuable insights into emerging trends and market shifts, all of which are essential for informed decision-making and strategic planning.

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Harnessing AI innovation across federal agencies

FedScoop

We are using AI not only to explore and discover but also to run NASA more efficiently,” says Kinnard, stressing the importance of thoughtful AI implementation to manage costs and energy usage​. Improving disaster management Federal agencies are also using AI to improve disaster relief.

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Saving the planet through procurement: Governments are identifying ways to use purchasing to achieve and support sustainability goals

American City & Country

As environmental issues have become more important to governments and administrations within the last few decades, it has gotten easier to identify ways to leverage purchasing to support these goals. Procurement may be asked to help support a broader strategic plan, such as energy management.