By Gloria Larkin Can artificial intelligence (AI) make the workday easier for Homeland Security Department contracting officers? With the Biden administration’s efforts to expand the industrial base by working to get more small and disadvantaged businesses into the game ― thus increasing the workload ― they surely hope so. Know that conducting market research... Read More
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Unlocking Q4 Procurement Success: Mastering Marketing & Engaging with Decision Makers
By Kiyon Brandford The fourth quarter of the federal fiscal year brings an immense opportunity to tap into increased levels of procurement spending. In a normal year (one where we are not worrying about the debt ceiling), the federal government spends at least 20% of its budget in each quarter of the fiscal year. However,... Read More
Fostering Diversity and Resilience: Increasing Small Business Entrants in the Federal Marketplace
The Biden Administration’s focus on promoting equity and diversity is influencing the way agencies track, manage, and pursue the number of “new entrants” at their respective agencies. According to a recent report, there has been a decrease of about 60% in the number of new entrants in the federal marketplace over the past ten years.[1]... Read More