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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.
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The big surprise inside GSA's STARS II modification
No one blinked when GSA said it was expanding the ceiling of the 8(a) STARS II contract vehicle but they caught many companies by surprise when they snuck in a clause cut the length of the contract by two years.
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COVID has changed BD with more changes to come
Without a doubt, the COVID-19 pandemic has driven 100 days of challenges, change, and transition; and the remainder of the year will be the blueprint of what is going to be the new normal.
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Let's merge schedules and GWACs to create something really innovative
Combining the best of the Multiple Award Schedule and government-wide acquisition contracts could create an innovative way to buy and contractors to sell. Lohfeld Consulting Principal Consultant Jacob Bertram suggests now is the time to start the conversation.
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