The audit also found instances where the Schedules Program is not providing the lowest overall cost alternative to government customers.
Source: IG: GSA’s Schedules Program Pricing Issues Cost Taxpayers – Nextgov.com
OMB’s IT Modernization Fund has been well-received by federal CIOs and deputy CIOs, but some believe a hybrid approach would better suit agency needs.
Source: CIOs optimism growing around IT modernization, FITARA
When InformationWeek surveyed 100 IT leaders about their biggest mistakes, failures around vendor choice, contract negotiations, and SLAs emerged as major sources of pain. Here, we highlight 8 mistakes IT professionals make in working with vendors — and what you can learn from their experiences.
Source: 8 Painful Vendor Mistakes IT Pros Make – InformationWeek
The Alliant 2 program continues to be battered by protests and other delays and potential bidders need to use the extra time wisely. Bid and proposal expert Lisa Pafe offers her best advice on how to take advantage of the delays.
Source: Insights Blog | Proposal & Capture Management Consulting & Training from Lohfeld Consulting Group
Legislation gave CIOs new visibility into their own agencies.
State CISOs and analysts discussed the results of the 2016 State Cybersecurity Survey at the NASCIO Annual Conference.
Source: NASCIO 2016: 3 Cybersecurity Issues Every State Should Address | StateTech Magazine
As more states strive to unite IT staff and resources, trends toward establishing a clarity in purpose and centralization emerge, with noticeable shifts.
Source: NASCIO 2016: States Want to Break Down Silos, Centralize IT … and Use the Force | StateTech Magazine
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Yesterday, the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor (DOL) issued a notice announcing the applicable minimum wage rate to be paid to contractor employees performing work on or in connection with Government contracts.
That rate which becomes effective on January 1, 2017 will increase by $0.10 per hour from $10.10 to $10.20 per hour.
The Alliant 2 program continues to be battered by protests and other delays and potential bidders need to use the extra time wisely. Bid and proposal expert Lisa Pafe offers her best advice on how to take advantage of the delays.
Source: Is the Alliant 2 finish line farther away than ever? — Washington Technology
