Two senior CIO’s resigned just last week after Congressional hounding over their performance, or perceived lack thereof. Just how culpable these specific individuals were in contributing their agencies’ difficulties is debatable. Regardless, federal contractors need to sit up and take notice. As a former Washington D.C. sportscaster once said, “You’re next.” Federal business Read more
With a number of Administration officials already leaving government, the Office of Government Ethics has issued a proposed rule providing guidance to feds, and by extension those who might hire them, to clarify the role of social media and other evolving technologies so that all concerned parties have proper guidance on acceptable activities. The proposed rule Read more
This past week marked the 26th anniversary of the “Miracle on Ice” when the US Men’s Hockey team upset the Soviet Union. Absolutely no pre-game data analysis would have predicted this outcome. The Soviets were the top team in the world, while the Americans were made up of college guys. Anyone making a data-driven wager on the game would have lost their shirt. As Read more
Did you know that Allen Federal is a part of the Make A Wish team? Not only do we support their important work, our family has personally benefitted. Like thousands of families, we took an incredible “Once in a Lifetime” trip in 2015. Now we’re asking you to support the Northern Virginia “Walk for Wishes”. Check out the site, see the stories, and donate here
With the naming of 10 managers for such acquisition categories as facilities management, office management, and buying green the Office of Federal Procurement Policy is bringing their Category Management program into sharper focus. Each category leader has been asked to submit an initial action plan to OFPP by mid-March. Contractors need to understand how their market segments may change as a result of the Category Management initiative. OFPP leaders have said that it is probable that not every segment will see a new, discreet acquisition, Read more