Opinion

A new administration brings new opportunities and new challenges

As the Biden Administration prepares to take office on Jan. 20, government contractors should be watching closely for changes that will impact their BD and capture efforts as new opportunities emerge, writes market watcher Stan Soloway.

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2020 trends beyond the pandemic that shaped the market

2020 will be remembered for the COVID 19 pandemic and the impact it had on our lives and how we conduct business but it is worth looking at several other trends that also shaped the market in 2020

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Why industry should welcome GSA's new pricing policy

GSA is moving toward no-price schedule contracts, which would push pricing from the contract level to the order level. This will increase competition while also allowing GSA to focus on higher value initiatives.

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Federal tech priorities hold steady no matter who wins the election

While the election results are still uncertain, there is plenty of certainty around federal tech spending priorities, which won't change even if there is a transition at the White House.

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Time for industry to change its culture to keep pace with automation

Too often, industry has delivered federal IT solutions designed to address only an immediate need but the time is running out on this short-sighted approach created and it is time to adopt DevSecOps with an emphasis on automation.

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How the CARES Act impacts state, local governments

The use of the CARES Act by state and local governments offers a unique insight into how that market operates and where vendors might find opportunities.

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The near and long term benefits AI offers federal cyber leaders

As the adoption of artificial intelligence expands, it offers cybersecurity leaders multiple benefits. They just have to focus on tangible results.

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Military offers lessons as it adapts to COVID operations

The Covid-19 pandemic is exposing organizations across all industries to external forces that they could not have predicted and the global defense industry is no exception. For many the pandemic has accelerated digital transformation, with some organizations claiming to have completed years’ worth of transformations in a matter of weeks. Matt Medley, senior product manager, IFS, explains.

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Crisis as an agent of change

COVID-19 has pushed contractors, customers and the nation as a whole to new extremes, but NCI CEO Paul Dillahay writes that this time of crisis can also be an opportunity for lasting change.

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Don't miss the business opportunity that CMMC presents

CMMC requirements represent a great business opportunity for companies that sell cybersecurity solutions but they need to get their sales processes in synch.

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Why OTAs might be needed to fight the Fourth Quarter spending spree

The fourth quarter is almost always a feeding frenzy and OTAs might be a popular tool for agencies looking to quickly close out their IT budgets.

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Distance Work: A three generation perspective

As we wrap up our eight-part series exploring the challenges and opportunities of remote work, our three commentators share their personal experiences working from home and what worked and what didn't.

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Why you should care about GSA's verified products portal

GSA has begun work on a verified products portal and even if you don't plan to participate you should pay attention because it still might impact your business.

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Renewal of CARES Act Section 3610 faces tough road

Few argue that an extension of section 3610 of the CARES Act isn't needed but getting there is a whole other story.

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Don't overlook rural America for your next great IT hub

Yes, there are roadblocks to IT job development in rural areas, but there also is a great equalizer. As 1901 Group's Brendan Walsh explains, rural America can be a great font of creative and highly skilled workers.

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The 'is,' 'was' and 'gonna be' world of BD

The business development world has been rocked by COVID-19 with organizations finding ways to operate in a pandemic, but now is also the time to focus on what the new world of BD will be like when we emerge from the crisis.

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Remote work can be secure but risks must be addressed

The new office is the home office but unique security risks, even from kids or roommates, exist and must be addressed.

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OTA growth drives more innovation

Spending through Other Transaction Agreement contracts has been a boon for innovation. Here are four ways OTAs foster and ease the path for new technologies.

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Year-end spending plays into strengths of GSA Advantage

As the fiscal year roars to an end, the GSA Advantage stands out as a vehicle for fast and efficient buying, according to this commentator.

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Leveraging the power of COTS in defense IT

Yes, DOD has some special requirements but a smart government contractor can still leverage COTS to deliver a power solution. Here's why.