The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Procurement decisions may also be influenced by emergencies, such as the need for the prompt delivery of goods and services to address disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes. The level of competition in the market can also influence the choice of procurement method.

Procurement 105

Procurement Competitive Bidding Bidding Supplier 105

FedScoop

MARCH 1, 2024

“In recent years, the Communist Party of China has asserted their dominance in the global technology space, and as their status has risen, our authority and influence has fallen,” Warner said in a statement. must be a global leader in innovation, and that includes setting standards that reflect our interests and values.”

Influencing 113

Influencing Participation Leadership Distribution 113

Federal News Network

AUGUST 22, 2024

To help facilitate those relationships, companies like BMNT which is a defense tech innovation firms to make sure these partnerships actually produce what they intend to. And so let’s talk innovation. Because obviously, in no other sector of industry is innovation probably more at the forefront than in this realm.

Innovation 59

Innovation Influencing Government Government 59

Federal News Network

OCTOBER 20, 2023

that prohibits SETA contractors from using their insights and influence to gain an unfair advantage or worse, commit fraud. Some major technology companies have sought to influence government contractors through kickbacks, job offers and special discounts. conflict of interest and false claims rules. Congress must enforce FAR 9.5

Public Private Partnership 98

Public Private Partnership IT Influencing Corruption 98

Scottish Government Procurement

MARCH 28, 2024

We have published the Scottish Government’s Procurement Strategy 2024 to 2028, which sets out how we will use our spend and influence to promote a green, inclusive and just economic recovery. The strategy has been developed to align with, and support delivery of, the Public Procurement Strategy for Scotland.

Procurement Strategies 78

Procurement Strategies Procurement Government Government 78

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Berlin, the conference brought together distinguished practitioners and experts from across the globe to explore the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in international arbitration. A Morning Coffee Debate: Will Diversity Kill the Party-appointed Arbitrator?

Innovation 52

Innovation Efficiency Balance Quality 52

AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

I’m Sarah Storelli, senior global marketing leader for WWPS at AWS, and I’m on a quest to discover the people behind innovations across industries. Check out AWS Federal Civilian Government Innovate Day On Demand. Watch the latest episode of AWS Behind the Cloud or check it out on AWS LinkedIn.

Utilities 83

Utilities Telecommunication Influencing Transportation 83

AWS Public Sector

JANUARY 26, 2024

For classified deployments, all ICMP ISVs must be vetted for foreign ownership control and influence (FOCI) by the government prior to beginning contract performance. AWS scans, tests, and verifies that all products work in the AWS Secret Region before listing them in ICMP.

Purchasing 86

Purchasing Influencing Price Procurement 86

GovSpend

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Looking ahead, evolving administrative priorities are expected to influence future spending patterns. As we navigate FY25, staying informed and adaptable will be essential for federal contractors seeking success in this dynamic environment.

Contract 52

Contract Professional Services Logistics Data 52

Inter-American Development Bank

JANUARY 21, 2025

In our recent publication, Asymmetric Sovereign Risk: Implications for Climate Change Preparation , we explore how perceptions of climate risk influence sovereign spreads across countries with varying economic conditions.

Finance 52

Finance Sustainability Education Budget 52

GovLoop

JULY 6, 2023

Solving the ‘Blank Page’ Problem Automation tools such as AI-driven chatbots and low-code/no-code development might not be able (yet) to do all your work for you, but they can get you started, said Charlotte Lee, a GovLoop Featured Contributor and a Customer Experience (CX) and Innovation Strategy Executive at Granicus (GovLoop’s parent company).

Influencing 105

Influencing Transparency Innovation Leadership 105

FedScoop

MARCH 26, 2024

Achieving Innovation at Scale : Addressing modern challenges demands innovation at a scale that government cannot achieve alone. By harnessing the power of technology, prioritizing collaboration, and striving for innovation, agencies can overcome adversity and thrive in 2024.

Government 80

Government Government Supply Chain Influencing 80

ExecutiveBiz

MAY 2, 2024

Garrettson founded the Wash100 Award a decade ago to annually recognize the most significant 100 influencers in GovCon, innovative leaders […]

Influencing 45

Influencing Leadership Government Contracts Innovation 45

Select GCR

JANUARY 14, 2025

Enhancing visibility through public lists and participation in networking events further fosters valuable connections, helping certified businesses expand their reach and influence. The following subsections will explore these benefits in greater detail.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Government Contracts Contract Participation 52

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

To recall, this innovative mechanism , defined in Section 56 of the AMA, adds a new dimension to traditional arbitration proceedings. The ART has the potential to significantly influence the strategies and outcomes of arbitration cases, which makes it a subject of considerable interest among legal professionals.

Innovation 52

Innovation Import Influencing Balance 52

AWS Public Sector

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Around the world, AWS teams help customers like Doping Hafiza , Alef Education , and BriBooks use cloud as an enabler for continuous innovation, product differentiation, and business growth. At AWS, we believe that optimizing IT costs (including cloud) helps unlock budget to invest in more innovation.

Price 75

Price Demand Education Efficiency 75

ivalua

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Winner of Awards for Innovation in Digitization and Innovations in 3rd Party Management. The Future of Sourcing Awards program, which took place Wednesday, October 16, 2019 , recognized companies and individuals that are transforming, innovating and leading the sourcing, procurement and outsourcing industry.

Procurement 60

Procurement Chief Procurement Officer Transparency Innovation 60

Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 26, 2023

By embracing innovation, we hope to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and provide a seamless experience for all users, thereby streamlining processes, reducing administrative burdens, and enhancing the overall ADR experience. Can you please tell us about one particular position or experience that you held and how it influenced your career?

Influencing 98

Influencing Efficiency Leadership Innovation 98

AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Additionally, these organizations contribute to environmental sustainability through research and innovation, providing data and developing new solutions. They promote innovative practices and technologies that enhance sustainability and collect data to monitor environmental changes.

Sustainability 75

Sustainability Data Transparency Innovation 75

Inter-American Development Bank

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

If this spending is devoted to investment projects, human capital accumulation or innovation, it can also stimulate medium- and long-term growth. The debt threshold is not the same for all countries because it can be influenced by different factors such as the economic structure, for example.

Thresholds 105

Thresholds Quality Influencing Finance 105

ivalua

JUNE 14, 2023

It is important to support this workstream through a team of key individuals: Sponsor: A high-level executive who champions the procurement application implementation, the sponsor provides critical support, resources, and influence.

Procurement 95

Procurement Change Management Supply Chain Data 95

How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

More recently, as EU procurement policy increasingly seeks to promote cross-border collaboration, procurement is also becoming a driver (or an irritant) for the transnational regulation of administrative processes and a living lab for experimentation and legal innovation.

Public Procurement 105

Public Procurement Procurement Buyers Tender 105

FedInsider

OCTOBER 3, 2023

GAO SMSgt William Rouse × SMSgt William Rouse Section Chief, Cyber Operations/Digital infrastructure Sergeant Rouse is the Section Chief, Cyber Operations/Digital infrastructure, for the Chief Technology and Innovation Officer at United States Space Force Headquarters, Pentagon VA. Sergeant Rouse entered the Air Force in 2003.

Engineering 111

Engineering Leadership Management Networking 111

FedScoop

MARCH 25, 2024

We’re all obviously concerned about election integrity and the implications for AI in nefarious hands to influence the elections one way or another. We want to be careful not to squelch innovation and be … overly burdensome with regulation. I think we’re all rightfully worried about that. So where’s that fine, Goldilocks spot on this.

Public Private Partnership 102

Public Private Partnership Influencing Innovation Participation 102

ivalua

MARCH 28, 2019

capturing and exploiting innovation from supply markets and individual suppliers becoming a top priority for organisations and therefore procurement functions. I’ve argued elsewhere that actually, if procurement doesn’t change and widen its scope, we in the profession may face existential issues of survival, as technology advances further.

Procurement 66

Procurement Supply Chain Innovation Category Management 66

The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 31, 2024

While the Memo is directed at agencies and does not impose new requirements on contractors directly, those providing AI products and services could soon see it influence contract requirements, source selection evaluation criteria, and contract terms. We discuss the first two goals below.

E-procurement 52

E-procurement Logistics Budget Procurement 52

Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 30, 2023

AI and Arbitration – The Swedish Perspective Given Sweden’s reputation as a modern and innovative jurisdiction, it will not unsurprising that the accelerating developments at the intersection of AI are also taking place here. The influence of counsel was often more discernible in written witness statements than oral evidence.

Innovation 52

Innovation Import Sustainability Influencing 52

AWS Public Sector

APRIL 25, 2024

In turn, the organization can understand colleagues’ ambitions and skill levels, influencing the decisions on training investment and recruiting new people. I’ve observed that some colleagues can be frustrated if they’re left with business-as-usual work while recent hires take innovative project roles.

Import 81

Import End to End Influencing Government 81

GovLoop

JUNE 24, 2024

Two people spend time together, influencing each other, so interconnected that they act as one. When they are apart — no matter how far away — a connection remains, and they still influence each other. Quantum Concepts in Human Terms Have you ever been in love? That’s a bit like quantum entanglement.

Influencing 52

Influencing Efficiency Import Data 52

ivalua

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Influence Over Spend: Spend influence is among the top measurements of procurement’s performance, leading to reduced purch asing costs, improved quality and better strategic outcomes such as product innovation. In light of the social unrest and concerns we’ve seen around the world, particularly in the U.S., Next Steps.

Supply Chain 64

Supply Chain Procurement Sustainability Supplier 64

Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 8, 2024

Catherine Amirfar drew attention to the use of innovative mechanisms, such as conciliation commissions, to tackle climate issues under public international law. Martin Doe elaborated on how such innovative mechanisms can address technical and procedural challenges that cannot be resolved through conventional procedures.

Influencing 52

Influencing Participation Efficiency Transparency 52

AWS Public Sector

APRIL 3, 2024

Watch the fifth episode of the AWS Behind the Cloud vodcast to learn more about how generative AI is influencing the global education space. Learn more about innovation drivers in higher education and how AWS helps higher education institutions innovate.

Education 128

Education Data Utilities Integration 128

AWS Public Sector

APRIL 30, 2024

In 2022, Emory launched the AI.Humanity initiative to explore the societal impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) and influence its future development to serve humanity. This highlights the deep commitment of AWS to furthering innovation in higher education and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in cloud computing.

Education 83

Education Ethics Efficiency Accountability 83

GovLoop

AUGUST 13, 2022

In federal IT, we talk a lot about the speed of innovation and how to keep up. In a strange twist, the pace of technology change is moving so fast that innovation is actually starting to slow down. When your organization is faced with a challenge, seek out diverse stakeholders and influencers to be part of the solution.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Innovation Influencing Balance 52

Select GCR

APRIL 30, 2024

This increased eligibility opens doors to financial resources that can fuel a woman owned business’ expansion, innovation, and sustainability. Many government agencies prioritize contracting and funding opportunities for WOSBs, recognizing the importance of empowering women in business.

Networking 98

Networking Government Contracts Supplier Contract 98

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 14, 2024

This is supported by AWS being on a path to match all of its global electricity use with 100 percent renewable energy by 2025 and investments into innovations in custom silicon such as the AWS Graviton processors. Audience members heard how utilising AWS Cloud can lead to both carbon and cost savings for organisations.

Sustainability 81

Sustainability Data Quality Efficiency 81

AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

We could stop an individual for driving under the influence, process the next steps, and release them on summons. What’s driving this continuous innovation among the panelists? Accurate data is essential—whether it’s finding the closest resources to respond to a fire or identifying a stolen vehicle from a different district or state.

Data 80

Data Warehouse Collaboration Education 80