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GovCon enters uncharted territory in Trump's efficiency push
The combination of federal workforce reductions and spending cuts are providing little clarity to the industry.
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The beating heart of small business: An ominous threat grows louder
Small businesses are suffering under contract cuts driven by the Trump administration and the Department of Government Efficiency, writes Lisa Shea Mundt of the Pulse of GovCon.
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Full faith and credit crisis: The true costs of unpaid government invoices
How the administration’s payment freeze threatens many government contractors and could disrupt the entire federal marketplace.
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4 keys for effectively optimizing the GovCon workforce
Adopting a technology-first mindset is only step one in the overall direction, writes Raju Karki of Karki Consulting Group.
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COMMENTARY: The chainsaw approach to cutting government promises more damage than results
The new GovCon oversight strategy seems to go like this: Make big, broad accusations of wrongdoing and then watch your targets squirm.
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Three strategies to improve AI performance within government agencies
Clear objectives, accessible data, and modern infrastructure are essential for agencies to maximize returns on AI investments, writes Rob Carey of Cloudera.
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COMMENTARY: Where's the cyber EO among all the Trump executive orders?
While the White House pushes for government efficiency, federal agencies and contractors await critical cybersecurity guidance.
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COMMENTARY: Bipartisan effort needed to advance cyber protections for critical infrastructure
Cybersecurity strategies must remain flexible and agile in the ongoing arms race against cybercriminals, writes Paul Aronhime of Keeper Security.
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Navigating Trump’s Cuts: How empathy wins in the new era of government contracting
While contractors chase opportunities, savvy firms build trust with federal employees facing unprecedented uncertainty.
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COMMENTARY: The global impact of the US' foreign aid re-evaluation
President Trump's shift in U.S. foreign assistance policy has serious implications for USAID employees and contractors alike. Here is what it could mean, according to Karen Dobson.
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COMMENTARY: The times they are a changin’
And you need to act now or risk being left behind. Mark Amtower and Lou Keretesy share tips on how to weather the storm.
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COMMENTARY: How DOGE will use AI to take aim at government contracting
The Department of Government Efficiency could revolutionize federal procurement, but contractors face uncertain future, writes GovSignals CEO Derek Hoyt.
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COMMENTARY: The critical role feedback can play in better defense acquisitions
Debriefings are the key to improving the quality of contractors that pursue defense contracts as well as improving the quality of solutions, writes Valid Eval CEO Adam Rentschler.
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COMMENTARY: Trump's DEI ban can't stop global diversity efforts
Contractors with foreign ownership will have to navigate conflicting U.S. and global diversity requirements, while domestic companies must weigh risks of maintaining programs.
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COMMENTARY: 5 moves to make a more agile and efficient intelligence community
Arcfield CEO Kevin Kelly writes that the IC needs to embrace innovation to optimize efficiency and improve mission outcomes.
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COMMENTARY: How cybersecurity is the price of entry in federal IT
Kirk Fisher of DLT Solutions writes risk mitigation isn’t just a laudable goal, it’s the price of entry when competing for procurement dollars.
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COMMENTARY: DEI and diversity: Is there a difference?
COMMENTARY | One long-time civil servant urges those charged with implementing Trump’s DEI executive order to not throw the baby out with the bathwater.
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COMMENTARY: My favorite assistant is an AI assistant
AI guru Bruce Feldman of Lohfeld Consulting explains how you can transform your proposal process with custom AI assistants. No coding required.
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COMMENTARY: How to build a winning relationship in the digital age
BD expert Nic Coppings writes that there is a connection crisis in today's market because too many people lean on digital tools instead of the personal touch.
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