Tuesday, December 24, 2013

Sequestration, shutdown take a bite out of contractor revenue -- FCW

Companies that don’t get in front of changed federal circumstances are “going to get left behind.” [Read the full story here]

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Exelis to Spin Off Military and Government Services Business

McLean, Va.-based contractor Exelis, itself a 2011 spin off from ITT, announced Wednesday that it would be spinning off its military and government services business focused on facilities management,... [Read the full story here]

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Monday, December 23, 2013

Air Force Looks to Boost Combat Readiness

The Air Force will spend more money to boost combat readiness if Congress passes a budget to reduce the impact of sequestration, but the military branch is still exploring how additional dollars might... [Read the full story here]

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Google Buys Robotics Tech Maker Boston Dynamics

Google (NASDAQ: GOOG) has acquired engineering and robotics design company Boston Dynamics for an undisclosed amount, the New York Times reported Saturday. [Read the full story here]

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Sunday, December 22, 2013

Reverse auctions grow up -- FCW

Steve Kelman contends that the recent GAO report shows the practice has truly arrived [Read the full story here]

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Firms to Boost Forecasts with Budget Deal

Lockheed Martin Chief Executive Officer Marillyn Hewson said the company will probably revise its 2014 sales forecast if the Senate this week joins the House in passing the two-year federal budget agreement. [Read the full story here]

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Friday, December 20, 2013

Partnering To Power Up Africa

President Barack Obama’s campaign to double the number of people in Sub-Saharan Africa with access to electrical power is picking up steam. As part of the Power Africa initiative, the Ethiopia... [Read the full story here]

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The Acquisition Corner: Reverse Auctions: Where Are The Cost Savings?

Thursday, December 19, 2013

Astrium and Raytheon partner to compete for Nato BMD programme - Naval Technology

Astrium has signed a teaming agreement with Raytheon to compete for Nato's ballistic missile defence (BMD) programme.The team will compete for the role of lead system engineers and integrators for programme,... [Read the full story here]

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Navy Beats Army, Pushes Winning Streak to 12

PHILADELPHIA -- Navy extended their historic 12-game winning streak over Army in the annual Army-Navy game as snow and rain fell throughout a 34-7 blowout. Navy sophomore quarterback led the Midshipmen... [Read the full story here]

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Wednesday, December 18, 2013

New App Puts Political Engagement in Your Pocket

The new iCitizen mobile app combines live news feeds, polling and legislation tracking in an attempt to be an all-in-one platform for political engagement. [Read the full story here]

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AECOM Wins $209M to Manage Libya Housing Project; John Dionisio Comments

AECOM Technology Corp. (NYSE: ACM) has been awarded a potential 25-month, $209 million contract to serve as lead program manager and main adviser for a housing project in Libya. [Read the full story here]

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Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Leading tech firms seek stronger surveillance rules -- FCW

Open letter urges Congress and the president to ensure U.S. surveillance efforts are "restricted by law, proportionate to the risks, transparent and subject to independent oversight." [Read the full story here]

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US Budget Pact Emerging But Can It Pass?

US House and Senate budget negotiators have agreed to key elements of a 2014 budget resolution, but it is far from clear they have enough votes to pass it. [Read the full story here]

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Monday, December 16, 2013

Getting to Yes on Tax Reform: BGOV Executive Outlook - Bloomberg Government

Sign up today to schedule a free personalized demo with a BGOV specialist. [Read the full story here]

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Lawmakers Reach Preliminary Deal on Defense Bill

The heads of key defense panels in Congress announced a preliminary deal on a bill that includes provisions to combat military sexual assault, keep Tricare fees unchanged, and give reservists more notice... [Read the full story here]

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Sunday, December 15, 2013

States and Localities Reap the Benefits of Shared Services

We ask customers what they think of government-to-government shared services. [Read the full story here]

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Deltek: Federal Cyber Spending to Hit $11.4B By 2018

A new Deltek report predicts that federal contracted spending on cybersecurity will reach $11 billion by fiscal year 2018, $2.4 billion more than fiscal 2013 figures. [Read the full story here]

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Friday, December 13, 2013

Better contracting through multisourcing -- FCW

The approach can help reduce risk and improve oversight at a time when agencies are being asked to do more with less. [Read the full story here]

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Pentagon Announces $2 Billion in Arms Sales

The Defense Security Cooperation Agency recently issued six notifications with a combined value of $1.71 billion for weapons and equipment, from F/A-18 fighter jet upgrades to anti-tank missiles for Saudi... [Read the full story here]

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Thursday, December 12, 2013

US Senate's DoD Bill 'in Jeopardy'

The typically easy-going chairman of the US Senate Armed Services Committee fumed. Sen. [Read the full story here]

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Wednesday, December 11, 2013

SOCIAL MEDIA: For business | SCORE

Are you wondering what social media is all about, how it can benefit you or your business, and how to use it? This Social Media 101 workshop will answer all of these questions and more. [Read the full story here]

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US Navy successfully launches XFC UAV from submerged submarine - Naval Technology

The US Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) has successfully launched experimental fuel cell unmanned aerial system (XFC UAS) from a US Navy's submerged Los Angeles-class submarine, USS Providence (SSN 719).During... [Read the full story here]

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Tuesday, December 10, 2013

Praise Effusive for Military Response to Typhoon

WASHINGTON -- The Nov. 8 tropical storm that hit the Philippines killed more than 5,600 islanders, created piles of debris that still stand two stories high and left a scene of devastation that one prominent... [Read the full story here]

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California Lt. Governor Wants Cloud and Open Data Policies

Gavin Newsom thinks California should be in the cloud and further embracing a culture of transparency. [Read the full story here]

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Monday, December 9, 2013

Chris Jahrling: Turner Construction JV to Renovate Capitol Dome, Continuing 50 Years of Public Struc

A joint venture that includes Turner Construction Co. has won a contract to perform restoration work on the cast-iron dome of the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. [Read the full story here]

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DOD issues new acquisition guidelines -- FCW

The Pentagon's acquisition system remains largely unchanged, but the new guidance is designed to improve the critical early phases of the acquisition cycle. [Read the full story here]

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Sunday, December 8, 2013

Bechtel Wins $7 Billion Nuclear Propulsion Deal

The contract topped a list of 200 awards the Pentagon announced in November, with a combined potential value of more than $30 billion. [Read the full story here]

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USAF Sees Healthy Future for Simulation Technologies

Nestled in the heart of Florida lies a unique collaboration between military services and industry known as Team Orlando. Its goal is to provide the military with the best simulation and training solutions... [Read the full story here]

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Wednesday, December 4, 2013

Tuesday, December 3, 2013

25 Tech Ideas for Improving Your Community

Ideation Nation, a technology brainstorming competition for civic solutions, announces its 25 top ideas for government technology projects. [Read the full story here]

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Own a Picasso for $150 -- another interesting public-private partnership -- FCW

Steve Kelman looks to Paris for a creative way to fund efforts that government alone cannot afford. [Read the full story here]

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Monday, December 2, 2013

Pentagon Seeks Industry Support for Health IT Contract Extension

The Defense Department is seeking a contractor to perform support work on its electronic medical records management platform through 2018, Nextgov reported Thursday. [Read the full story here]

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Defense.gov News Article: Resale Chiefs Emphasize Value of Exchange Benefits

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22, 2013 When looking for savings in light of budget cuts and sequestration, don’t take arbitrary chunks out of the military exchange services that provide important morale and quality-of-life... [Read the full story here]

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Sunday, December 1, 2013

Defense.gov News Article: Florida Governor Honors Troops to Teachers Veterans

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Nov. 21, 2013 Florida Gov. Rick Scott has honored five educators certified through the Troops to Teachers Program with the Governor's Shine Award for exemplary service to their country... [Read the full story here]

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Defense.gov News Article: Jobs Program Connects Reserve, Guard Members to Employers

WASHINGTON, Nov. 26, 2013 Two years ago, the civilian employment situation for members of the National Guard and reserve was bleak. [Read the full story here]

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Friday, November 29, 2013

IBM cited SMBs fusing digital and physical

IBM study indicated SMBs who have successfully fused the digital and physical, with Big Data analytics, mobile and cloud, to transform their business were 26% more likely to outperform their rivals. [Read the full story here]

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Comment: A world without competition -- FCW

OMB's guidance for financial systems shortchanges commercial providers -- and could deny agencies a full range of choices. [Read the full story here]

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Thursday, November 28, 2013

Task order use rises across federal government

Despite decreases in total federal spending since fiscal 2009, spending on task order-based contracts continues to rise. [Read the full story here]

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What Sweden can teach us about procurement, competition and public services -- FCW

Steve Kelman looks at what another nation's policies can teach us about public management. [Read the full story here]

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Wednesday, November 27, 2013

German Think Tanks Call for Consolidation of Europe's National Defense Industries

A paper on German foreign and security policy prepared by two leading think tanks calls for a consolidation of national defense industries to ensure that Europe's defense industry stays competitive in... [Read the full story here]

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House panel authorizes full funding for intell IT modernization -- FCW

The legislation would also target insider threats in the wake of the leaks by former NSA contractor Edward Snowden. [Read the full story here]

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Doing Business with the US Governemnt

Prime Government Contractor Monthly and the Suppliers Guide, your resource for contracting news, sub-contracting opportunities and guides for doing business with the US Government.

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

US Companies Look Overseas For Sales; Non-US Firms Look to US

That major defense companies are trying to find business opportunities outside of their traditional markets is no surprise. Budget crunches in Europe and the US, the traditional powerhouses of defense... [Read the full story here]

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Defense.gov News Article: Pentagon Beefs Up Contractor Information Security Requirements

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19, 2013 An amendment published yesterday to the Defense Federal Acquisition Supplement will require defense contractors to incorporate established information security standards on... [Read the full story here]

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Monday, November 25, 2013

GSA’s Networx Saves Taxpayer Dollars | The GSA Blog

Posted by Bill Lewis, Federal Acquisition Service, Integrated Technology Service’s Networx Program Manager on November 20, 2013 [Read the full story here]

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Why agency jobs may be right up millennials' alley -- FCW

SAP's Bill McDermott says organizations that don't adapt to younger workers are "doomed to fail" for the next 10 years. [Read the full story here]

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Friday, November 22, 2013

Accenture Newsroom: Amid Anticipated Skills Shortages, Half of U.S. Businesses Plan to Increase thei

U.S. executives at large companies confirm a skills gap for their businesses, with 46 percent concerned that they won’t have the skills they need in the next one to two years, says Accenture. [Read the full story here]

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Security Clearance Process Undergoing Review, Be Aware Opportunities Will Be Coming

By Rick Antonucci, Analyst Due to the tragic Navy Yard Shooting in September, as well as the leaks by former NSA contractor Edward Snowden, the DOD has been reviewing the process by which security ... [Read the full story here]

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Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Quick Note: Introducing Oracle Engineered Systems for Govies | Technically Speaking

Introducing Oracle Engineered Systems for Govies | Technically Speaking http://buff.ly/18pqL2u

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Quick Note: The Acquisition Corner: How Healthcare.gov Will Not Drive Federal IT Acquisition Reform

The Acquisition Corner: How Healthcare.gov Will Not Drive Federal IT Acquisition Reform

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://acqcorner.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-healthcaregov-will-not-drive-it.html

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Quick Note: The Good News and Bad News about the Government Shutdown

The Good News and Bad News about the Government Shutdown | Government Sales Insider

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Quick Note: The danger of cybersecurity 'ghettos'

The danger of cybersecurity 'ghettos' - CSO Online - Security and Risk

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Monday, November 11, 2013

Quick Note: Impacts and Costs of the Government Shutdown | The White House

Impacts and Costs of the Government Shutdown | The White House

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Quick Note: Pondering the pros and cons of an ID hub -- FCW

Pondering the pros and cons of an ID hub -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/11/07/pondering-the-pros-and-cons-of-an-id-hub.aspx

Sunday, November 10, 2013

Quick Note: How Will You Handle the Death of Windows XP?

How Will You Handle the Death of Windows XP?

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/computing/How-will-you-handle-the-death-of-Windows-XP.html

Quick Note: GSA Seeks Sustainable Technologies to Test

GSA Seeks Sustainable Technologies to Test

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.gsa.gov/portal/content/181003

Friday, November 8, 2013

Quick Note: Verizon FiOS Quantum Internet Service Will Power Entrepreneurs and Startups at HarlemGarage

Verizon FiOS Quantum Internet Service Will Power Entrepreneurs and Startups at HarlemGarage

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://newscenter.verizon.com/corporate/news-articles/2013/11-04-fios-quantum-powers-harlemgarage/

Quick Note: FACT SHEET: U.S.-Iraq Cooperation | The White House

FACT SHEET: U.S.-Iraq Cooperation | The White House

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Thursday, November 7, 2013

Quick Note: LA Tech Transformation Starts with Fiber

LA Tech Transformation Starts with Fiber

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Quick Note: Army Picks 7 Companies for $498M Office Equipment Contract

Army Picks 7 Companies for $498M Office Equipment Contract

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Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Quick Note: Kansas City Measures Performance through Online Dashboard

Kansas City Measures Performance through Online Dashboard

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Quick Note: Gov-ART-ment GWAC Exclusive Networking Event

Gov-ART-ment GWAC Exclusive Networking Event When: Monday, November 25, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)Where:Aaron Gallery Inc 2101 L Street Northwest 8th Floor Washington, D.C., DC 20037Hosted By: Jennifer Schaus & Associates Jennifer Schaus & Associates Washington DC & Rome, ITALY http://ift.tt/1bERgmV Register for this event now at :http://ift.tt/1b6H7kOEvent Details: Please Join Us for GovARTment GWAC Networking (Government, Wine And Cheese) An Exclusive Event November 25, 2013 6pm – 8pm Where Art Meets Government Enjoy the finest art Washington, DC offers at the acclaimed Aaron Gallery while networking with government contractor professionals. Tickets Are Required In Advance; Tickets Include Complimentary Wine & Cheese; Professional Dress Is Required; Suggested Parking: Coming Soon. Metro: Farragut North; Farragut West & Foggy Bottom Questions? Contact: Jennifer Schaus, +1-202-365-0598

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Quick Note: Govt Contractors 2013 Holiday Event 12/9 - KENNEDY CENTER, Washington DC

Govt Contractors 2013 Holiday Event 12/9 - KENNEDY CENTER, Washington DC When: Monday, December 9, 2013 from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)Where:The John F Kennedy Center - Terrace Level - KC Cafe 2700 F St NW Washington, DC 20566Hosted By: Jennifer Schaus & Associates Jennifer Schaus & Associates Washington DC & Rome, ITALY http://ift.tt/1bERgmV Register for this event now at :http://ift.tt/1fkgfi0Event Details: Please JoinJennifer Schaus & Associates in partnership with The Yellow Ribbon Fund & Over 200 Government Contractors @ The John F Kennedy Center TERRACE LEVEL KC Cafe 5pm - 730pm (EST) Monday, DECEMBER 9 2013 For HOLIDAY NETWORKING EVENT ATTIRE: Formal or Business (NO JEANS) All Ticket Sales Are FINAL TICKETS: http://ift.tt/1b6H5JA * This event is for Government & Government Contractors. Therefore, if you are selling services to Government Contractors, please contact us regarding Sponsorships. Sponsorships are Available - Please contact us Marketing@JenniferSchaus.com for details & pricing Photos from our 4 Year Anniversary Event, July 2013: http://ift.tt/1b6H5JE IMPORTANT: All Ticket Sales Are FINAL. Tickets are NON-Transferrable. Tickets are NON-Refundable. Tickets are Non-Exchangeable. NO EXCEPTIONS. This event will SELL-OUT. No exceptons can be made after the event is SOLD OUT. Please get your tickets now. PRIORITY goes to Government and Government Contractors. If you are selling services to the Government Contractors, please contact Alex Cirnu for details. ACirnu@JenniferSchaus.com Thank You, Jennifer Schaus http://ift.tt/1fkg8D3

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Gov Con 411 Series - Actionable INFO for GovCons - 12/12/2013 - SBA 8A Cert When: Thursday, December 12, 2013 from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM (EST)Where:The Clark Construction Building - 16th Floor 9500 Old Georgetown Road Bethesda, MD 20814Hosted By: Jennifer Schaus & Associates Jennifer Schaus & Associates Washington DC & Rome, ITALY http://ift.tt/1bERgmV Register for this event now at :http://ift.tt/1fkgc5OEvent Details: Please Join Jennifer Schaus & Associates In Partnership with at the offices of 7500 Old Georgetown Rd; 16th FLOOR; Bethesda MD for the GOV CON 411 Series Government Contracting Info "Actionable Information for Practical Implementation" Thursday, December 12, 2013 Topic: SBA 8A Small Business Certifiation Understanding the Certification Process, Requirements & 2 Business Cases: Current 8A Certificed Firm & Graduated 8A Firm Success Stories; How to Leverage the Certification for Success. 7:30 - 8am: Registration 8 - 10:30am: Presentation & Panel Discussion 10:30 - 11am: Wrap Up & Networking Panel Speakers: * Mike Veve, Partner/Attorney, Lasa Monroig & Veve * Libby Kavolaukis, CEO, The Metis Group * Michael Bing, Director, DC MBDA * Rowena de Leon, President, R&E Solutions, LLC Sponsorships Are Available Please Contact Alex Cirnu ACirnu@JenniferSchaus.com for details. NOTE: All Ticket Sales are FINAL. No Exchanges or Transfers. No Exceptions. Thank You, Jennifer Schaus Washington, DC NO TICKET SALES ON SITE. 12/5 - TOPIC: Veterans: http://ift.tt/1fkg9XG 12/12 - TOPIC: SBA 8a Small Business: http://ift.tt/1fkg9XI 12/19 - TOPIC: Teaming, Partnering, Joint Ventures, Sub-Contracting: http://ift.tt/1fkg8Di 12/9 - GOV CON HOLIDAY EVENT - http://ift.tt/1fkg9XL

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Quick Note: Gov Con 411 Series - Actionable INFO for GovCons - 12/19/2013 - Teaming

Gov Con 411 Series - Actionable INFO for GovCons - 12/19/2013 - Teaming When: Thursday, December 19, 2013 from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM (EST)Where:The Clark Construction Building (16th FLOOR) 9500 Old Georgetown Road Bethesda, MD 20814Hosted By: Jennifer Schaus & Associates Jennifer Schaus & Associates Washington DC & Rome, ITALY http://ift.tt/1bERgmV Register for this event now at :http://ift.tt/1fkg9HhEvent Details: Please Join Jennifer Schaus & Associates In Partnership with at the offices of 7500 Old Georgetown Rd; 16th FLOOR; Bethesda MD for the GOV CON 411 Series Government Contracting Info "Actionable Information for Practical Implementation" Thursday, December 19, 2013 Topic: Joint-Ventures, Teaming Agreements, Partnering & Sub-Contracting as a Gov Con Strategy; Business Case to include success stories & challenges. 7:30 - 8am: Registration 8 - 10:30am: Presentation & Panel Discussion 10:30 - 11am: Wrap Up & Networking Panel Speakers: * Seth Berenzweig, Attorney Berenzweig Leonard * Pava Cohen, VP Sage Communications * Candice Miles, Director NCRC, Small Business Teaming Center * Scott Lewis, CEO PS Partnerships Sponsorships Are Available Please Contact Alex Cirnu ACirnu@JenniferSchaus.com for details. NOTE: All Ticket Sales are FINAL. No Exchanges or Transfers. No Exceptions. Thank You, Jennifer Schaus Washington, DC NO TICKET SALES ON SITE. 12/5 - TOPIC: Veterans: http://ift.tt/1fkg9XG 12/12 - TOPIC: SBA 8a Small Business: http://ift.tt/1fkg9XI 12/19 - TOPIC: Teaming, Partnering, Joint Ventures, Sub-Contracting: http://ift.tt/1fkg8Di 12/9 - GOV CON HOLIDAY EVENT - http://ift.tt/1fkg9XL

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Quick Note: Air Force embraces OASIS -- FCW

Air Force embraces OASIS -- FCW

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Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Quick Note: Will Your Site be Hacked on Nov. 5?

Will Your Site be Hacked on Nov. 5?

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/data/Will-your-site-be-Hacked-on-Nov-5.html

Quick Note: House panel takes on DOD procurement reform -- FCW

House panel takes on DOD procurement reform -- FCW

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Quick Note: House panel takes on DOD procurement reform -- FCW

House panel takes on DOD procurement reform -- FCW

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Monday, November 4, 2013

Quick Note: CDM contracts could open door to more efficient government -- FCW

CDM contracts could open door to more efficient government -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/29/cdm-contracts-continuous-monitoring.aspx

Quick Note: Why Do We Still Use Passwords?

Why Do We Still Use Passwords?

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/security/Why-Do-We-Still-Use-Passwords.html

Sunday, November 3, 2013

Quick Note: Convergence Driving DOD Investments and the Need for IT Products

Convergence Driving DOD Investments and the Need for IT Products | Government Sales Insider

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Quick Note: Feds should formalize architecture -- FCW

Feds should formalize architecture -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/29/feds-should-formalize-architecture.aspx

Friday, November 1, 2013

Quick Note: HealthCare.gov becomes example for procurement criticism -- FCW

HealthCare.gov becomes example for procurement criticism -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/28/techamerica-healthcare-it-acquisition.aspx

Quick Note: Critical Intel: Three Steps to Preventing USB Data Breaches | Technically Speaking

Critical Intel: Three Steps to Preventing USB Data Breaches | Technically Speaking http://buff.ly/HqITTx

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Thursday, October 31, 2013

Quick Note: Why the U.S. Government Needs a "Digital Core"

Why the U.S. Government Needs a "Digital Core"

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Quick Note: US Seeks GPS Alternative

US Seeks GPS Alternative | Defense News

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Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Quick Note: Gov-ART-ment GWAC Exclusive Networking Event

Gov-ART-ment GWAC Exclusive Networking Event When: Monday, November 25, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)Where:Aaron Gallery Inc 2101 L Street Northwest 8th Floor Washington, D.C., DC 20037Hosted By: Jennifer Schaus & Associates Jennifer Schaus & Associates Washington DC & Rome, ITALY http://ift.tt/1bERgmV Register for this event now at :http://ift.tt/1bERgmWEvent Details: Please Join Us for GovARTment GWAC Networking (Government, Wine And Cheese) An Exclusive Event November 25, 2013 6pm – 8pm Where Art Meets Government Enjoy the finest art Washington, DC offers at the acclaimed Aaron Gallery while networking with government contractor professionals. Tickets Are Required In Advance; Tickets Include Complimentary Wine & Cheese; Professional Dress Is Required; Suggested Parking: Coming Soon. Metro: Farragut North; Farragut West & Foggy Bottom Questions? Contact: Jennifer Schaus, +1-202-365-0598

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Quick Note: Boosting Innovation by Rethinking Government Procurement

Boosting Innovation by Rethinking Government Procurement

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/budget-finance/Boosting-Innovation-by-Rethinking-Government-Procurement.html

Quick Note: Unleash your inner inventor on NASA patents -- FCW

Unleash your inner inventor on NASA patents -- FCW

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Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Quick Note: 10 steps toward FedRAMP compliance -- FCW

10 steps toward FedRAMP compliance -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/21/10-steps-to-fedramp-compliance.aspx

Quick Note: Study: LPTA sacrifices long-term value, stifles innovation -- FCW

Study: LPTA sacrifices long-term value, stifles innovation -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/24/lpta-survey.aspx

Monday, October 28, 2013

Quick Note: Defense.gov News Article: Acquisitions Chiefs Describe Effects of Budget Uncertainty

Defense.gov News Article: Acquisitions Chiefs Describe Effects of Budget Uncertainty

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=120997

Quick Note: GSA Issues Recommendation for Green Building Certification Systems

GSA Issues Recommendation for Green Building Certification Systems

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.gsa.gov/portal/content/180371

Sunday, October 27, 2013

Quick Note: 7 Tactics for 21st-Century Cities

7 Tactics for 21st-Century Cities

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/data/7-Tactics-for-21st-Century-Cities.html

Friday, October 25, 2013

Quick Note: What went wrong with HealthCare.gov? -- FCW

What went wrong with HealthCare.gov? -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/24/healthcaredotgov-house-hearing.aspx

Quick Note: DISA extends RFP deadline for $427 million cloud contract -- FCW

DISA extends RFP deadline for $427 million cloud contract -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/22/disa-cloud-services-rfp-extended.aspx

Thursday, October 24, 2013

Quick Note: Did Federal Contracting Process Cause Obamacare Woes?

Did Federal Contracting Process Cause Obamacare Woes?

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/health/Did-Federal-Contracting-Process-Cause-Obamacare-Woes.html

Sunday, October 20, 2013

Quick Note: The Nine Cyber Exploits eBook | Technically Speaking

The Nine Cyber Exploits eBook | Technically Speaking http://buff.ly/H6DcJg

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blogs.dlt.com/cyber-exploits-ebook/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DltBlog+%28The+DLT+Blog%29#sthash.XSlGjlI6.dpbs

Friday, October 18, 2013

Quick Note: Veterans Groups Demand End to Shutdown

Veterans Groups Demand End to Shutdown http://buff.ly/19MElR0

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.military.com/daily-news/2013/10/15/veterans-groups-demand-end-to-shutdown.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+militarydotcom%2Fdailynews+%28Military.com+News%29

Quick Note: Analysis: Why a Short-Term Debt Deal is Mostly Bad News for Defense Sector

Analysis: Why a Short-Term Debt Deal is Mostly Bad News for Defense Sector | Defense News

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defensenews.com/article/20131010/DEFREG02/310100016

Thursday, October 17, 2013

Quick Note: Infrastructure Cybersecurity: Carrots And Sticks -- InformationWeek

Infrastructure Cybersecurity: Carrots And Sticks - Government -

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.informationweek.com/government/security/infrastructure-cybersecurity-carrots-and/240162354?pgno=1

Quick Note: Special Ops Uniform Will Transform Commandos Into an Iron Man Army | Danger Room | Wired.com

Special Ops Uniform Will Transform Commandos Into an Iron Man Army | Danger Room

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.wired.com/dangerroom/2013/10/ironman/

Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Quick Note: Fed 100 nominations open -- FCW

Fed 100 nominations open -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/11/fed-100-nominations-open.aspx

Quick Note: NSA's $1.5 billion data center delayed -- FCW

NSA's $1.5 billion data center delayed -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/09/nsa-utah-data-center-delay.aspx

Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Quick Note: What the shutdown says to the tech workforce -- FCW

What the shutdown says to the tech workforce -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/09/what-the-shutdown-says-to-workforce.aspx

Quick Note: Shutdown Heightens Cybersecurity Risks, Feds Warn -- InformationWeek

Shutdown Heightens Cybersecurity Risks, Feds Warn - Government -

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.informationweek.com/government/security/shutdown-heightens-cybersecurity-risks-f/240162219

Monday, October 14, 2013

Quick Note: UK Weighs Procurement Reform Options

UK Weighs Procurement Reform Options | Defense News

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defensenews.com/article/20131009/DEFREG01/310090018

Quick Note: GSA sets post-shutdown OASIS deadline -- FCW

GSA sets post-shutdown OASIS deadline -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/08/gsa-oasis-deadline-shutdown.aspx

Sunday, October 13, 2013

Quick Note: The Legal Implications of BYOD

The Legal Implications of BYOD

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/data/The-Legal-Implications-of-BYOD.html

Quick Note: 3 great agency apps -- FCW

3 great agency apps -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/04/3-great-agency-apps.aspx

Friday, October 11, 2013

Quick Note: 5 steps to better leadership -- FCW

5 steps to better leadership -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/02/5-steps-to-better-leadership.aspx

Quick Note: How Will the Shutdown Affect State and Local Government?

How Will the Shutdown Affect State and Local Government?

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/federal/How-Will-the-Shutdown-Affect-State-and-Local-Government.html

Thursday, October 10, 2013

Quick Note: Worry: Shutdown discourages talented students -- FCW

Worry: Shutdown discourages talented students -- FCW http://buff.ly/1fP02Fs

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/04/shutdown-school-careers.aspx

Quick Note: Deadlines, deliverables on hold -- FCW

Deadlines, deliverables on hold -- FCW http://buff.ly/1fOZ1Nw

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/03/deadlines-deliverables-on-hold.aspx

Wednesday, October 9, 2013

Quick Note: U.S. Faces $110B in Unpaid Debt Ceiling Bills - Bloomberg Government

U.S. Faces $110B in Unpaid Debt Ceiling Bills - Bloomberg Government http://buff.ly/1fOYyLc

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://about.bgov.com/2013-10-01/u-s-faces-110b-in-unpaid-debt-ceiling-bills/

Quick Note: A Common View: Facility Managers Share Building Data with Emergency Responders

A Common View: Facility Managers Share Building Data with Emergency Responders http://buff.ly/1bFEcyL

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/public-safety/A-Common-View-Facility-Managers-Share-Building-Data-with-Emergency-Responders.html

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Quick Note: Virtual Operations Support Teams Harness Social Media

Virtual Operations Support Teams Harness Social Media http://buff.ly/18TqWGt

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/public-safety/Virtual-Operations-Support-Teams-Harness-Social-Media.html

Quick Note: New Data on How to Reach Government Customers

New Data on How to Reach Government Customers | Government Sales Insider http://buff.ly/18yd03X

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blog.immixgroup.com/2013/10/01/new-data-on-how-to-reach-government-customers/

Monday, October 7, 2013

Quick Note: Big data needs governance -- FCW

Big data needs governance -- FCW http://buff.ly/GBgF7O

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/26/big-data-governance.aspx

Sunday, October 6, 2013

Quick Note: GAO: Mixed results thus far implementing FISMA -- FCW

GAO: Mixed results thus far implementing FISMA -- FCW http://buff.ly/GBcJUw

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/27/gao-fisma-mixed-results.aspx

Quick Note: DoD to Award Contracts Throughout Shutdown, But Won't Announce Them

DoD to Award Contracts Throughout Shutdown, But Won't Announce Them | Defense News http://buff.ly/15LNtkm

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defensenews.com/article/20131001/DEFREG02/310010031

Friday, October 4, 2013

Quick Note: Coalition for Government Procurement Fall Conference - Bloomberg Government

Coalition for Government Procurement Fall Conference - Bloomberg Government http://buff.ly/154vc4z

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://about.bgov.com/2013-10-01/coalition-for-government-procurement-fall-conference/

Quick Note: Shutdown a Reality, Industry Concerned About Civilian Employees

Shutdown a Reality, Industry Concerned About Civilian Employees | Defense News http://buff.ly/15JiZ2D

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defensenews.com/article/20131001/DEFREG02/310010013

Thursday, October 3, 2013

Quick Note: Law May Ease Contractor Cash Crunch: BGOV Insight - Bloomberg Government

Law May Ease Contractor Cash Crunch: BGOV Insight - Bloomberg Government http://buff.ly/15JiMMG

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://about.bgov.com/2013-10-01/law-may-ease-contractor-cash-crunch-bgov-insight/

Quick Note: Faraway disasters could hinder SEWP -- FCW

Faraway disasters could hinder SEWP -- FCW http://buff.ly/15Jig1m

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/30/shutdown-international-sewp.aspx

Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Quick Note: Simplifying the Cloud Procurement Process: A Free eGuide | Technically Speaking

Simplifying the Cloud Procurement Process: A Free eGuide | Technically Speaking http://buff.ly/16F6yuO

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blogs.dlt.com/simplifying-cloud-procurement-process-free-eguide/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DltBlog+%28The+DLT+Blog%29

Quick Note: Adding Value to Government: Ted Gaebler Reflects on Long Career

Adding Value to Government: Ted Gaebler Reflects on Long Career http://buff.ly/1bn20Yf

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/local/Adding-Value-to-Government-Ted-Gaebler-Reflects-on-Long-Career.html

Tuesday, October 1, 2013

Quick Note: Disconnect: Performance management and budgeting -- FCW

Disconnect: Performance management and budgeting -- FCW http://buff.ly/16b48S9

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/20/performance-management-budgeting.aspx

Quick Note: White House Launches 3 Tools to Quicken Broadband Deployment

White House Launches 3 Tools to Quicken Broadband Deployment http://buff.ly/15wGImv

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/data/White-House-Launches-3-Tools-to-Quicken-Broadband-Deployment.html

Quick Note: White House Launches 3 Tools to Quicken Broadband Deployment

White House Launches 3 Tools to Quicken Broadband Deployment http://buff.ly/15wGImv

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/data/White-House-Launches-3-Tools-to-Quicken-Broadband-Deployment.html

Monday, September 30, 2013

Quick Note: Contractors critique GSA's new workspace -- FCW

Contractors critique GSA's new workspace -- FCW http://buff.ly/15wGGe8

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/25/contractors-gsa-headquarters.aspx

Quick Note: Cybersecurity Depends on Smarter Design, NIST Fellow Says

Cybersecurity Depends on Smarter Design, NIST Fellow Says | Main Justice http://buff.ly/16oYrlW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.mainjustice.com/2013/09/18/cybersecurity-depends-on-smarter-design-nist-fellow-says/

Sunday, September 29, 2013

Quick Note: Does DHS need an acquisition oversight board? -- FCW

Does DHS need an acquisition oversight board? -- FCW http://buff.ly/19xPBgv

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/20/dhs-procurement-oversight.aspx

Quick Note: Why the federal government must plan now for mobility -- FCW

Why the federal government must plan now for mobility -- FCW http://buff.ly/16mjNjT

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/23/plan-now-for-mobility.aspx

Friday, September 27, 2013

Quick Note: The Blurred Lines Between Social Media and Censorship

The Blurred Lines Between Social Media and Censorship http://buff.ly/19xMDJ1

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.governing.com/columns/dispatch/col-blurred-lines-between-social-media-censorship.html

Quick Note: Securing the Digital Home Front

Securing the Digital Home Front http://buff.ly/19xLPUl

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/security/Securing-the-Digital-Home-Front.html

Thursday, September 26, 2013

Quick Note: What the Fed Decision Means for Housing - Bloomberg Government

What the Fed Decision Means for Housing - Bloomberg Government http://buff.ly/15Iop19

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://about.bgov.com/2013-09-18/what-the-fed-decision-means-for-housing/

Quick Note: Open Data’s Road to Better Transit

Open Data’s Road to Better Transit http://buff.ly/16IY8zE

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/transportation/Open-Datas-Road-to-Better-Transit.html

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Quick Note: Tech Neutrality Among 7 Online Sales Tax Principles

Tech Neutrality Among 7 Online Sales Tax Principles http://buff.ly/19kgjck

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/budget-finance/Tech-Neutrality-Among-7-Online-Sales-Tax-Principles.html

Quick Note: Sequestration Drives Firms To Push DoD Industry Policy

Sequestration Drives Firms To Push DoD Industry Policy | Defense News http://buff.ly/19xJCIB

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defensenews.com/article/20130921/DEFREG02/309210008

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Quick Note: Defense.gov News Article: Memo Prepares DOD Employees for Government Shutdown

Defense.gov News Article: Memo Prepares DOD Employees for Government Shutdown http://buff.ly/19BIWSv

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=120842

Quick Note: IT pricing policies are dinosaurs, say contractors -- FCW

IT pricing policies are dinosaurs, say contractors -- FCW http://buff.ly/18CZD4Y

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/18/pricing-policies-industry.aspx

Monday, September 23, 2013

Quick Note: 5 contracts to watch -- FCW

5 contracts to watch -- FCW http://buff.ly/169XT3f

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/18/5-contracts-to-watch.aspx

Quick Note: Lawmakers Urge New Contractor Hiring Rules Raising Cost Questions

Lawmakers Urge New Contractor Hiring Rules — Raising Cost Questions | Defense News http://buff.ly/17HJtEt

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defensenews.com/article/20130917/DEFREG02/309170028

Sunday, September 22, 2013

Quick Note: Business Impact of the Syria Crisis: BGOV Executive Outlook - Bloomberg Government

Business Impact of the Syria Crisis: BGOV Executive Outlook - Bloomberg Government http://buff.ly/167SxoV

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://about.bgov.com/2013-09-17/business-impact-of-the-syria-crisis-bgov-executive-outlook/

Quick Note: Texas’ Bookless Library: BiblioTech Turns the Page on Tradition

Texas’ Bookless Library: BiblioTech Turns the Page on Tradition http://buff.ly/14bKPa7

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/education/Texas-Bookless-Library-BiblioTech.html

Friday, September 20, 2013

Quick Note: US Navy Secretary: 'Hollow' Force Coming If Sequestration Goes Unchecked

US Navy Secretary: 'Hollow' Force Coming If Sequestration Goes Unchecked | Defense News http://buff.ly/1eWDPSG

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defensenews.com/article/20130911/DEFREG02/309110022

Quick Note: NIST recommends against NSA-influenced standards -- FCW

NIST recommends against NSA-influenced standards -- FCW http://buff.ly/14bDZRQ

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/16/nist-recommends-against-own-standards.aspx

Thursday, September 19, 2013

Quick Note: Virginia Seeks Innovative Cybersecurity Startups

Virginia Seeks Innovative Cybersecurity Startups http://buff.ly/1gpGtOY

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/security/Virginia-Seeks-Innovative-Cybersecurity-Startups.html

Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Quick Note: TSA expands rapid screening program -- FCW

TSA expands rapid screening program -- FCW http://buff.ly/169wJCK

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/11/tsa-rapid-screening.aspx

Quick Note: GSA Saves Taxpayer Dollars with Next Generation Travel Management Tool

GSA Saves Taxpayer Dollars with Next Generation Travel Management Tool http://buff.ly/14bAn27

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.gsa.gov/portal/content/178855

Tuesday, September 17, 2013

Quick Note: Obama, GOP in Showdown Over Government Shutdown

Obama, GOP in Showdown Over Government Shutdown http://buff.ly/17E6mZh

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.military.com/daily-news/2013/09/16/obama-gop-in-showdown-over-government-shutdown.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+militarydotcom%2Fdailynews+%28Military.com+News%29

Quick Note: OMB, agencies can learn from stimulus' data transparency, GAO says -- FCW

OMB, agencies can learn from stimulus' data transparency, GAO says -- FCW http://buff.ly/197pfDa

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/13/stimulus-data-transparency.aspx

Monday, September 16, 2013

Quick Note: OMB, agencies can learn from stimulus' data transparency, GAO says -- FCW

OMB, agencies can learn from stimulus' data transparency, GAO says -- FCW http://buff.ly/197pgHo

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/13/stimulus-data-transparency.aspx

Quick Note: Beyond Service Requests: NYC Takes Yelp Approach to New 311 App

Beyond Service Requests: NYC Takes Yelp Approach to New 311 App http://buff.ly/1eiNSmz

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/computing/Beyond-Service-Requests-NYC-Takes-Yelp-Approach-to-New-311-App.html

Sunday, September 15, 2013

Quick Note: Agency managers make telework pitch -- FCW

Agency managers make telework pitch -- FCW http://buff.ly/1e7qhoH

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/12/telework-gains-town-hall.aspx

Friday, September 13, 2013

Quick Note: Congress Faces Shutdown, Debt Ceiling - Bloomberg Government

Congress Faces Shutdown, Debt Ceiling - Bloomberg Government http://buff.ly/19IKVXa

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://about.bgov.com/2013-09-09/congress-faces-shutdown-debt-ceiling/

Quick Note: Pentagon to Ask Congress for Spending Flexibility in 2014

Pentagon to Ask Congress for Spending Flexibility in 2014 | Defense News http://buff.ly/1g1u83k

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defensenews.com/article/20130904/DEFREG02/309040018

Thursday, September 12, 2013

Quick Note: Defense.gov News Article: Acquisition Chief Discusses ‘Better Buying Power 2.0’

Defense.gov News Article: Acquisition Chief Discusses ‘Better Buying Power 2.0’ http://buff.ly/13NIhic

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=120746

Quick Note: Navy Explores Potential of Social Media Crowdsourcing in Disaster Response

Navy Explores Potential of Social Media Crowdsourcing in Disaster Response http://buff.ly/19F3VWq

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/data/Navy-Explores-Potential-of-Social-Media-Crowdsourcing-in-Disaster-Response.html

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

Quick Note: Is it time to reinvent acquisition? -- FCW

Is it time to reinvent acquisition? -- FCW http://buff.ly/13Ii0Sp

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/09/psc-acquisition-report.aspx

Quick Note: What CIOs Need to Achieve Their Top 3 Priorities

What CIOs Need to Achieve Their Top 3 Priorities http://buff.ly/1dWkulV

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/security/What-CIOs-Need-to-Achieve-Their-Top-3-Priorities.html

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Quick Note: A contracting how-to for agency leaders -- FCW

A contracting how-to for agency leaders -- FCW http://buff.ly/19BK4HV

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/09/04/contracting-how-to.aspx

Quick Note: Are government-focused small businesses innovating? -- FCW

Are government-focused small businesses innovating? -- FCW http://buff.ly/13CuWcs

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/blogs/lectern/2013/09/innovation-companies.aspx

Monday, September 9, 2013

Quick Note: End of the Year as We Know IT | Technically Speaking

End of the Year as We Know IT | Technically Speaking http://buff.ly/1fS02ip)

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blogs.dlt.com/year/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DltBlog+%28The+DLT+Blog%29

Friday, September 6, 2013

Quick Note: Lawmaker: Taiwan Plans To Buy 2 Frigates From US

Lawmaker: Taiwan Plans To Buy 2 Frigates From US | Defense News http://buff.ly/1dM4KT9

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defensenews.com/article/20130830/DEFREG03/308300013

Quick Note: Salesmen Need To Be Coaches At Fiscal Year-End

Salesmen Need To Be Coaches At Fiscal Year-End | Government Sales Insider http://buff.ly/17KqhZk

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blog.immixgroup.com/2013/08/30/salesmen-need-to-be-coaches-at-fiscal-year-end/

Thursday, September 5, 2013

Quick Note: India Issues Global Tender for Maritime Recon Planes

India Issues Global Tender for Maritime Recon Planes | Defense News http://buff.ly/17CbZpJ

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defensenews.com/article/20130829/DEFREG03/308290022

Quick Note: China sourcing restrictions: prudent or punitive? -- FCW

China sourcing restrictions: prudent or punitive? -- FCW http://buff.ly/19fzia6

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/blogs/conversation/2013/08/china-sourcing.aspx

Wednesday, September 4, 2013

Quick Note: 2014 Per Diem Rates for Federal Travelers Released | The GSA Blog

2014 Per Diem Rates for Federal Travelers Released | The GSA Blog http://buff.ly/19fz8Q3

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://gsablogs.gsa.gov/gsablog/2013/08/30/2014-per-diem-rates-for-federal-travelers-released/

Quick Note: Survey tracks rise of 4G LTE -- FCW

Survey tracks rise of 4G LTE -- FCW http://buff.ly/17CatUs

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/29/4g-lte.aspx

Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Quick Note: GSA’s Innovators Recognized for Public Service | The GSA Blog

GSA’s Innovators Recognized for Public Service | The GSA Blog http://buff.ly/1aRtbfW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://gsablogs.gsa.gov/gsablog/2013/08/29/gsas-innovators-recognized-for-public-service/

Quick Note: OASIS sparks cheering, challenges -- FCW

OASIS sparks cheering, challenges -- FCW http://buff.ly/1aRocMm

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/28/oasis-challenges-cheers.aspx

Monday, September 2, 2013

Quick Note: Report: Modular projects are more successful -- FCW

Report: Modular projects are more successful -- FCW http://buff.ly/15mWOO9

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/29/modular-projects-successful.aspx

Quick Note: FirstNet readies spending plan -- FCW

FirstNet readies spending plan -- FCW http://buff.ly/16OuQyL

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/21/firstnet-spending-plan.aspx

Sunday, September 1, 2013

Quick Note: Sequester not to blame for lack of innovation -- FCW

Sequester not to blame for lack of innovation -- FCW http://buff.ly/16Ok37L

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/blogs/conversation/2013/08/innovation.aspx

Quick Note: Defining Military Space Capability Requirements for Successful Development | The Aerospace Corporati

Defining Military Space Capability Requirements for Successful Development | The Aerospace Corporation http://buff.ly/1dM3Rrb

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.aerospace.org/2013/08/27/defining-military-space-capability-requirements-for-successful-development/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=defining-military-space-capability-requirements-for-successful-development

Friday, August 30, 2013

Quick Note: GSA Makes the Way for Cybersecurity BPAs for Government Agencies | The GSA Blog

GSA Makes the Way for Cybersecurity BPAs for Government Agencies | The GSA Blog http://buff.ly/12FhmEF

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://gsablogs.gsa.gov/gsablog/2013/08/16/gsa-makes-the-way-for-cybersecurity-bpas-for-government-agencies/

Quick Note: New report reveals Army's troubled IT acquisition program -- FCW

New report reveals Army's troubled IT acquisition program -- FCW http://buff.ly/178uCFn

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/23/army-it-acquisition.aspx

Thursday, August 29, 2013

Quick Note: USAF: Pentagon Must Update Space Policy

USAF: Pentagon Must Update Space Policy | Defense News http://buff.ly/16Fi3uU

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defensenews.com/article/20130826/DEFREG02/308260010

Quick Note: Army Preparing For a Slew of Critical Radio Contracts

Army Preparing For a Slew of Critical Radio Contracts | Defense News http://buff.ly/1dATBCd

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defensenews.com/article/20130819/DEFREG02/308190017

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Quick Note: Air Force OASIS embrace expands -- FCW

Air Force OASIS embrace expands -- FCW http://buff.ly/16EdK6G

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/23/air-force-oasis-gsa.aspx

Quick Note: More encrypted data storage ahead for feds? -- FCW

More encrypted data storage ahead for feds? -- FCW http://buff.ly/1dAKMIs

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/blogs/fcw-insider/2013/08/moat-castle-data.aspx

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Quick Note: GSA redesigns .gov sites with mobile in mind -- FCW

GSA redesigns .gov sites with mobile in mind -- FCW http://buff.ly/13MwOBD

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/16/gsa-mobile-facelift.aspx

Quick Note: Can Industry Use Mobility to Build a Smarter Federal Workforce of the Future?

Can Industry Use Mobility to Build a Smarter Federal Workforce of the Future? | Government Sales Insider http://buff.ly/1dxekGU

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blog.immixgroup.com/2013/08/22/can-industry-use-mobility-to-build-a-smarter-federal-workforce-of-the-future/

Monday, August 26, 2013

Quick Note: OASIS: What You Need to Know About GSA’s Plan to Reduce Contract Duplication | The GSA Blog

OASIS: What You Need to Know About GSA’s Plan to Reduce Contract Duplication | The GSA Blog http://buff.ly/16ADLDQ

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://gsablogs.gsa.gov/gsablog/2013/08/22/oasis-what-you-need-to-know-about-gsas-plan-to-reduce-contract-duplication/

Quick Note: Federal Government IT Priorities: Vision Vs. Reality -- InformationWeek

Federal Government IT Priorities: Vision Vs. Reality - Government - http://buff.ly/1bX1Erl

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.informationweek.com/government/policy/federal-government-it-priorities-vision/240159751

Sunday, August 25, 2013

Quick Note: 9 Strategies for Increasing Collaboration and Reducing Waste in Government

9 Strategies for Increasing Collaboration and Reducing Waste in Government http://buff.ly/16idu9N

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govexec.com/excellence/promising-practices/2013/08/9-strategies-increasing-collaboration-and-reducing-waste-government/68741/

Quick Note: GSA Procurement to the Rescue | The GSA Blog

GSA Procurement to the Rescue | The GSA Blog http://buff.ly/1dtLfwd

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://gsablogs.gsa.gov/gsablog/2013/08/21/gsa-procurement-to-the-rescue/

Friday, August 23, 2013

Quick Note: GSA seeks travel analysis system -- FCW

GSA seeks travel analysis system -- FCW http://buff.ly/16xh2IH

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/21/big-data-travel.aspx

Quick Note: NASA pushes for SEWP V launch with final RFP -- FCW

NASA pushes for SEWP V launch with final RFP -- FCW http://buff.ly/16xgRNq

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/20/nasa-sewp-final-rfp.aspx

Thursday, August 22, 2013

Quick Note: BGOV Webinar: An Update On Sequestration and the Budget - Bloomberg Government

BGOV Webinar: An Update On Sequestration and the Budget - Bloomberg Government http://buff.ly/1dsWgxM

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://about.bgov.com/2013-08-21/bgov-webinar-an-update-on-sequestration-and-the-budget-2/

Quick Note: IG slams DOT for overuse of risky contracts -- FCW

IG slams DOT for overuse of risky contracts -- FCW http://buff.ly/13Dp6tx

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/20/dot-risky-contracts.aspx

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Quick Note: China-sourcing restrictions spelled out in SEWP -- FCW

China-sourcing restrictions spelled out in SEWP -- FCW http://buff.ly/1dpPBEl

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/20/china-sourcing-restrictions.aspx

Quick Note: NASA Kicks Off Potential $10B Govt-Wide IT Acquisition

NASA Kicks Off Potential $10B Govt-Wide IT Acquisition http://buff.ly/16sJEmh

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govconwire.com/2013/08/nasa-kicks-off-potential-10b-govt-wide-it-acquisition/

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Quick Note: BGOV Webinar: An Outlook for Small Business Spending - Bloomberg Government

BGOV Webinar: An Outlook for Small Business Spending - Bloomberg Government http://buff.ly/13CQ5VT

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://about.bgov.com/2013-08-20/bgov-webinar-an-outlook-for-small-business-spending/

Quick Note: Is there an IT-acquisition generation gap? -- FCW

Is there an IT-acquisition generation gap? -- FCW http://buff.ly/14WDJsT

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/19/it-acquisition-generation-gap.aspx

Monday, August 19, 2013

Quick Note: Agencies get how-to on open data compliance from OMB -- FCW

Agencies get how-to on open data compliance from OMB -- FCW http://buff.ly/1dn4YO5

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/19/omb-open-data-guidance.aspx

Sunday, August 18, 2013

Quick Note: CSC Introduces Solution to Help Customers Comply with Cybersecurity Mandates

CSC Introduces Solution to Help Customers Comply with Cybersecurity Mandates http://buff.ly/13qSrY7

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.csc.com/newsroom/press_releases/101965-csc_introduces_solution_to_help_customers_comply_with_cybersecurity_mandates?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+csc_global_press_releases+%28CSC%27s+Global+Press+Releases%29

Quick Note: Learn to Present Finance and Payment Options Early in the Sales Cycle to Avoid Roadblocks

Learn to Present Finance and Payment Options Early in the Sales Cycle to Avoid Roadblocks | Government Sales Insider http://buff.ly/13qIc65

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blog.immixgroup.com/2013/08/16/learn-to-present-finance-and-payment-options-early-in-the-sales-cycle-to-avoid-roadblocks/

Friday, August 16, 2013

Quick Note: New BPAs to aid in cyberdefense -- FCW

New BPAs to aid in cyberdefense -- FCW http://buff.ly/1ddDVol

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/14/dhs-cmaas.aspx

Quick Note: Interior making big moves to the cloud -- FCW

Interior making big moves to the cloud -- FCW http://buff.ly/15KrFnL

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/15/interior-department-cloud.aspx

Thursday, August 15, 2013

Quick Note: Infrastructure a hurdle for videoconferencing legislation -- FCW

Infrastructure a hurdle for videoconferencing legislation -- FCW http://buff.ly/148TnLj

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/05/travel-costs-legislation.aspx

Quick Note: DHS contract looks to bolster civilian cyber defense -- FCW

DHS contract looks to bolster civilian cyber defense -- FCW http://buff.ly/1238g4f

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/13/dhs-continuous-monitoring.aspx

Wednesday, August 14, 2013

Quick Note: MicroTech CEO Provides Insights about Government Contracting | MicroTech

MicroTech CEO Provides Insights about Government Contracting | MicroTech http://buff.ly/1bsVGOs

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.microtech.net/blog/microtech-ceo-provides-insights-about-government-contracting

Quick Note: GSA consolidates customer service contact points -- FCW

GSA consolidates customer service contact points -- FCW http://buff.ly/15kXkfp

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/31/gsa-customer-service.aspx

Tuesday, August 13, 2013

Quick Note: Is OASIS too complex? -- FCW

Is OASIS too complex? -- FCW http://buff.ly/11SoyNd

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/01/oasis-industry-reaction-complexity.aspx

Quick Note: Can Software Save IT? | Technically Speaking

Can Software Save IT? | Technically Speaking http://buff.ly/136JQcL

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blogs.dlt.com/software-save/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DltBlog+%28The+DLT+Blog%29

Monday, August 12, 2013

Quick Note: U.S.-EU Trade Deal May Cut Billions in Regulatory Costs

U.S.-EU Trade Deal May Cut Billions in Regulatory Costs http://buff.ly/17cLeYv

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://about.bgov.com/2013-08-08/u-s-eu-trade-deal-may-cut-billions-in-regulatory-costs/

Quick Note: Contractors like late date for NASA SEWP -- FCW

Contractors like late date for NASA SEWP -- FCW http://buff.ly/19gXxZy

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/09/nasa-sewp.aspx

Sunday, August 11, 2013

Quick Note: Bio-Threat Early Warning System Gets Booster Shot

Bio-Threat Early Warning System Gets Booster Shot http://buff.ly/17cJAWD

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/data/Bio-Threat-Early-Warning-System-Gets-Booster-Shot.html

Quick Note: How to measure training effectiveness -- FCW

How to measure training effectiveness -- FCW http://buff.ly/179LPdl

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/blogs/lectern/2013/08/training-effectiveness.aspx

Friday, August 9, 2013

Quick Note: Making crisis-level collaboration the new normal -- FCW

Making crisis-level collaboration the new normal -- FCW http://buff.ly/14pfMHw

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/08/partnership-collaboration-report.aspx

Quick Note: DHA to Save Pentagon $2.4B – But Consolidation Means Opportunity

DHA to Save Pentagon $2.4B – But Consolidation Means Opportunity | Government Sales Insider http://buff.ly/15RrAC8

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blog.immixgroup.com/2013/08/07/dha-to-save-pentagon-2-4b-but-consolidation-means-opportunity/

Thursday, August 8, 2013

Quick Note: Despite progress, billions still at risk in IT investments -- FCW

Despite progress, billions still at risk in IT investments -- FCW http://buff.ly/15RqXsn

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/08/it-failures.aspx

Quick Note: A Cautionary Tale for Federal Marketers

A Cautionary Tale for Federal Marketers | Government Sales Insider http://buff.ly/17324sJ

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blog.immixgroup.com/2013/08/06/a-cautionary-tale-for-federal-marketers/

Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Quick Note: Problems still hound TWIC -- FCW

Problems still hound TWIC -- FCW http://buff.ly/1eqBahd

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/05/problems-hound-twic.aspx

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Quick Note: GSA Clears Contract Confusion with New Online IT Solutions Navigator

GSA Clears Contract Confusion with New Online IT Solutions Navigator http://buff.ly/1ctQnS1

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.gsa.gov/portal/content/176415

Monday, August 5, 2013

Quick Note: The President's New Bird - Bloomberg Government Capitol Gains

The President's New Bird - Bloomberg Government Capitol Gains http://buff.ly/1crjJQU

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://about.bgov.com/2013-08-05/the-presidents-new-bird/

Quick Note: GSA schedule sales take a dip -- Washington Technology

GSA schedule sales take a dip -- Washington Technology http://buff.ly/13I9iPC

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://washingtontechnology.com/articles/2013/08/01/gsa-schedule-drop.aspx

Sunday, August 4, 2013

Quick Note: OASIS: The details -- FCW

OASIS: The details -- FCW http://buff.ly/13I1gpY

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/08/01/oasis-details.aspx

Quick Note: Small Business Federal Government Contracting: Pricing with Credibility in Small Business Federal Go

Small Business Federal Contracting: Pricing with Credibility in Small Business Federal Government Contracting http://buff.ly/13sPK6h

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.smalltofeds.com/2013/08/pricing-with-credibility-in-small.html

Friday, August 2, 2013

Quick Note: FBI Data Center Efficiency Program the Way of the Future?

FBI Data Center Efficiency Program the Way of the Future? http://buff.ly/13wLiyU

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.nextgov.com/cio-briefing/2013/07/fbi-data-center-program-connotes-things-come/67373/

Quick Note: The Positive Side Effects of Data Center Consolidation

The Positive Side Effects of Data Center Consolidation | FedTech Magazine http://buff.ly/13wL0rK

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.fedtechmagazine.com/article/2013/07/positive-side-effects-data-center-consolidation

Thursday, August 1, 2013

Quick Note: GSA ponders adding IT to office supply initiative -- FCW

GSA ponders adding IT to office supply initiative -- FCW http://buff.ly/19vyGjK

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/30/gsa-it-hardware.aspx

Quick Note: Glad To Have A Competitive GSA, But Let the Best Vehicles Win

Glad To Have A Competitive GSA, But Let the Best Vehicles Win | Government Sales Insider http://buff.ly/19vyAbL

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blog.immixgroup.com/2013/07/30/glad-to-have-a-competitive-gsa-but-let-the-best-vehicles-win/

Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Quick Note: Lawmakers push for smarter acquisition at TSA -- FCW

Lawmakers push for smarter acquisition at TSA -- FCW http://buff.ly/18Nv0uc

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/22/tsa-acquisition-congress.aspx

Quick Note: Weapons Developers Prioritize Energy Efficiency

Weapons Developers Prioritize Energy Efficiency http://buff.ly/18Nu2OI

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.military.com/daily-news/2013/07/26/weapons-developers-prioritize-energy-efficiency.html

Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Quick Note: The keys to information interoperability -- FCW

The keys to information interoperability -- FCW http://buff.ly/18N8ba3

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/15/information-interoperability.aspx

Quick Note: Meeting National Security Space Needs in the Contested Cyberspace Domain | The Aerospace Corporation

Meeting National Security Space Needs in the Contested Cyberspace Domain | The Aerospace Corporation http://buff.ly/1e6fMh1

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.aerospace.org/2013/07/26/meeting-national-security-space-needs-in-the-contested-cyberspace-domain/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=meeting-national-security-space-needs-in-the-contested-cyberspace-domain

Monday, July 29, 2013

Quick Note: Mattis to DoD: Lighten Up on Sequester Talk

Mattis to DoD: Lighten Up on Sequester Talk http://buff.ly/13h3Ibm

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.military.com/daily-news/2013/07/29/mattis-to-dod-lighten-up-on-sequester-talk.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+militarydotcom%2Fdailynews+%28Military.com+News%29

Quick Note: Eureka! DHS rolls out Einstein intrusion detection -- FCW

Eureka! DHS rolls out Einstein intrusion detection -- FCW http://buff.ly/13iCGeW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/26/einstein-rollout.aspx

Sunday, July 28, 2013

Quick Note: The Evolving Needs of the Federal Government to Reduce Cyber Risk

The Evolving Needs of the Federal Government to Reduce Cyber Risk | Government Sales Insider http://buff.ly/13i3ex6

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blog.immixgroup.com/2013/07/22/the-evolving-needs-of-the-federal-government-to-reduce-cyber-risk/

Quick Note: COTS Opportunities within the Financial Management Shared Services Initiative

COTS Opportunities within the Financial Management Shared Services Initiative | Government Sales Insider http://buff.ly/13avfeq

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blog.immixgroup.com/2013/07/26/cots-opportunities-within-the-financial-management-shared-services-initiative/

Friday, July 26, 2013

Quick Note: GSA pushes for larger market share -- FCW

GSA pushes for larger market share -- FCW http://buff.ly/16flJ8m

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/25/deltek-gsa-marketview.aspx

Quick Note: Why Aren't Contractors Feeling the Sequester Cuts? - Bloomberg Government

Why Aren't Contractors Feeling the Sequester Cuts? - Bloomberg Government http://buff.ly/1bWp6HJ

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://about.bgov.com/2013-07-25/why-arent-contractors-feeling-the-sequester-cuts/

Quick Note: Oracle Study Says Utilities Not Yet Seizing Smart Grid Data Potential

Oracle Study Says Utilities Not Yet Seizing Smart Grid Data Potential http://buff.ly/137ykax

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.oracle.com/us/corporate/press/1977338

Thursday, July 25, 2013

Quick Note: GSA tightens scrutiny on FedRAMP assessors -- FCW

GSA tightens scrutiny on FedRAMP assessors -- FCW http://buff.ly/162mALF

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/23/3pao-gsa-fedramp.aspx

Quick Note: Live-blogging the NCMA -- FCW

Live-blogging the NCMA -- FCW http://buff.ly/133mpdG

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/blogs/lectern/2013/07/national-contract-management-conference.aspx

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Quick Note: FOIA Machine could add to agency workloads -- FCW

FOIA Machine could add to agency workloads -- FCW http://buff.ly/15ZZEg2

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/22/foia-machine.aspx

Quick Note: What Are The Costs And Benefits On An Infrastructure Bank?

What Are The Costs And Benefits On An Infrastructure Bank? http://buff.ly/1dKgnou

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://about.bgov.com/2013-07-19/what-are-the-costs-and-benefits-on-an-infrastructure-bank-bgovs-nela-richardson-appears-on-bloomberg-market-makers/

Tuesday, July 23, 2013

Quick Note: Multiprong support comes for strategic sourcing -- FCW

Multiprong support comes for strategic sourcing -- FCW http://buff.ly/1dHWPRx

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/18/strategic-sourcing-support.aspx

Quick Note: Government Contractors - 4 YEAR Anniv. Event - Summer Soiree

Government Contractors - 4 YEAR Anniv. Event - Summer... Tickets, Washington - Eventbrite http://buff.ly/1b6TNtf

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://governmentcontractors.eventbrite.com/

Monday, July 22, 2013

Quick Note: A show of support for strategic sourcing -- FCW

A show of support for strategic sourcing -- FCW http://buff.ly/195n2fd

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/17/strategic-sourcing-support.aspx

Quick Note: Proposed Cuts Would Force Government to Default on Rent | The GSA Blog

Proposed Cuts Would Force Government to Default on Rent | The GSA Blog http://buff.ly/1938s7Y

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://gsablogs.gsa.gov/gsablog/2013/07/17/proposed-cuts-would-force-government-to-default-on-rent/

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Quick Note: National Veterans Conference 2013 - August 6-8 | St. Louis, MO

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via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://nationalveteransconference.com/

Sunday, July 21, 2013

Quick Note: Skeptcism over strategic sourcing -- FCW

Skeptcism over strategic sourcing -- FCW http://buff.ly/1blX1Ji

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/16/strategic-sourcing-skepticism.aspx

Quick Note: Why A Hacker Conference’s Fed Ban Is Bad News For U.S. Cybersecurity

Why A Hacker Conference's Fed Ban Is Bad News For U.S. Cybersecurity | ThinkProgress http://buff.ly/1bkWF5G

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://thinkprogress.org/security/2013/07/11/2284281/defcon-fed-ban-cybersecurity/?mobile=nc

Friday, July 19, 2013

Quick Note: Five Critical Cyber Questions for the Next DHS Chief

Five Critical Cyber Questions for the Next DHS Chief http://buff.ly/1bkWasx

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.nextgov.com/cybersecurity/cybersecurity-report/2013/07/five-critical-cyber-questions-next-dhs-chief/66584/

Quick Note: Education and Philanthropy Leaders Call for Expanded Public-Private Support to Re-Engage School Drop

Education and Philanthropy Leaders Call for Expanded Public-Private Support to Re-Engage School Drop Outs http://buff.ly/15I32vW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.catapulttechnology.com/2013/07/education-and-philanthropy-leaders-call-for-expanded-public-private-support-to-re-engage-school-drop-outs/

Thursday, July 18, 2013

Quick Note: Industry worried about SUSPEND Act -- FCW

Industry worried about SUSPEND Act -- FCW http://buff.ly/15HZBWe

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/12/suspend-act-techamerica.aspx

Quick Note: Industry worried about SUSPEND Act -- FCW

Industry worried about SUSPEND Act -- FCW http://buff.ly/12E8ryV

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/12/suspend-act-techamerica.aspx

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Quick Note: OMB extends rules requiring quick contractor payments -- FCW

OMB extends rules requiring quick contractor payments -- FCW http://buff.ly/12E83k2

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/12/omb-contractor-payments.aspx

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Quick Note: Building the Next Generation of Cyber Defenders | Technically Speaking

Building the Next Generation of Cyber Defenders | Technically Speaking http://buff.ly/15o81PW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blogs.dlt.com/building-generation-cyber-defenders/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DltBlog+%28The+DLT+Blog%29

Quick Note: Aiding small biz in the sequester age -- FCW

Aiding small biz in the sequester age -- FCW http://buff.ly/12sqpcn

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/12/magic-small-business.aspx

Monday, July 15, 2013

Quick Note: Government Contractors - 4 YEAR Anniv. Event - Summer Soiree

Government Contractors - 4 YEAR Anniv. Event - Summer... Tickets, Washington - Eventbrite http://buff.ly/1b6TNtf

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://governmentcontractors.eventbrite.com/

Quick Note: Senate bill would increase oversight of clearance process -- FCW

Senate bill would increase oversight of clearance process -- FCW http://buff.ly/12ugAWA

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/11/score-act.aspx

Sunday, July 14, 2013

Quick Note: Sharpen your sales efforts to match today's evolving IT policies -- Washington Technology

Sharpen your sales efforts to match today's evolving IT policies -- Washington Technology http://buff.ly/189tNNB

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://washingtontechnology.com/articles/2013/07/09/insights-charles-sales-advice.aspx

Friday, July 12, 2013

Quick Note: Intelligence Community seeks unified communications -- FCW

Intelligence Community seeks unified communications -- FCW http://buff.ly/15g7Lmd

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/10/intelligence-community-unified-communications.aspx

Quick Note: Building a Smarter, More Efficient Government | The GSA Blog

Building a Smarter, More Efficient Government | The GSA Blog http://buff.ly/189a7cz

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://gsablogs.gsa.gov/gsablog/2013/07/10/building-a-smarter-more-efficient-government/

Thursday, July 11, 2013

Quick Note: General Dynamics Launches Online Community to Match Advanced Technical Capabilities with Customer Re

General Dynamics Launches Online Community to Match Advanced Technical Capabilities with Customer Requirements http://buff.ly/12ZntU3

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://investorrelations.gd.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=85778&p=RssLanding&cat=news&id=1835747

Quick Note: Report tracks 'tail spend' -- FCW

Report tracks 'tail spend' -- FCW http://buff.ly/15fFYlN

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/10/critical-read-tail-spend.aspx

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Quick Note: Lockheed Martin Wins Small Business Administration’s Dwight D. Eisenhower Award

Lockheed Martin · Lockheed Martin Wins Small Business Administration’s Dwight D. Eisenhower Award http://buff.ly/1daWYga

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.lockheedmartin.com/us/news/press-releases/2013/june/0625hq-small-business-admin-award.html

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Quick Note: Federal Buyers Guide Newsletter Week of July 8 - Government Marketing News

Federal Buyers Guide Newsletter Week of July 8 http://buff.ly/1daL3Ph

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govsupplier.com/index.php?page=news&utm_content=bufferd793f&utm_source=buffer&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Buffer

Quick Note: 2014 House NDAA Continues Procurement Tinkering

2014 House NDAA Continues Procurement Tinkering | Government Sales Insider http://buff.ly/18IzP78

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blog.immixgroup.com/2013/06/26/2014-house-ndaa-continues-procurement-tinkering/

Monday, July 8, 2013

Quick Note: DOD at Work on New Cyber Strategy, Senior Military Advisor Says

DOD at Work on New Cyber Strategy, Senior Military Advisor Says http://buff.ly/12T3pmp

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=120397

Friday, July 5, 2013

Quick Note: Federal Buyers Guide Inc - Government Marketing News

Federal Buyers Guide Newsletter Week of July 1 http://buff.ly/1cNffA2

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govsupplier.com/index.php?page=news

Quick Note: How Cyberthreats Are Creating New Job Opportunities

How Cyberthreats Are Creating New Job Opportunities http://buff.ly/1cJxMNm

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/data/How-Cyberthreats-Are-Creating-New-Job-Opportunities.html

Thursday, July 4, 2013

Quick Note: Defense Intelligence Agency wants to be an innovation leader -- FCW

Defense Intelligence Agency wants to be an innovation leader -- FCW http://buff.ly/1cJwQsn

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/07/01/dia-innovation.aspx

Wednesday, July 3, 2013

Quick Note: Purchase agreements to profit small biz -- FCW

Purchase agreements to profit small biz -- FCW http://buff.ly/18kRzp8

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/06/27/bpa-small-business.aspx

Quick Note: Tangherlini confirmed at GSA -- FCW

Tangherlini confirmed at GSA -- FCW http://buff.ly/17pB3B7

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/06/28/tangherlini-confirmed.aspx

Tuesday, July 2, 2013

Quick Note: Lawmakers Protect Funding to Refurbish Humvees

DoDBuzz | Lawmakers Protect Funding to Refurbish Humvees | http://buff.ly/12rekDr

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.dodbuzz.com/2013/06/28/lawmakers-protect-funding-to-refurbish-humvees/

Quick Note: Defense.gov News Article: DOD Contractors to Get New Whistleblower Protections

DOD Contractors to Get New Whistleblower Protections http://buff.ly/12r7YUB

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=120384

Monday, July 1, 2013

Quick Note: DOD announces long-awaited NGEN contract -- FCW

DOD announces long-awaited NGEN contract -- FCW http://buff.ly/1am3pju

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/06/27/ngen-announced.aspx

Quick Note: DOD improves on contractor assessments -- FCW

DOD improves on contractor assessments -- FCW http://buff.ly/12r7bmK

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/06/28/dod-contractor-assessments.aspx

Sunday, June 30, 2013

Quick Note: House panel probes 'cozy relationship' between IRS official, contractor -- FCW

House panel probes 'cozy relationship' between IRS official, contractor -- FCW http://buff.ly/150aqCy

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/06/26/irs-contractor-hearing.aspx

Quick Note: Snowden case launches open season on contractors -- Washington Technology

Snowden case launches open season on contractors -- Washington Technology http://buff.ly/122RUnV

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://washingtontechnology.com/articles/2013/06/27/insights-soloway-snowden-fallout.aspx

Friday, June 28, 2013

Quick Note: Surveillance Program Effective, but Public Fears Government Snooping

Surveillance Program Effective, but Public Fears Government Snooping http://buff.ly/120VTBt

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://abtassociates.com/noteworthy/2013/time-abt-srbi-poll--public-ambivalent-on-surveilla.aspx?aliaspath=%2FRss-Feed

Thursday, June 27, 2013

Quick Note: Productive Contracts Mean Successful Vendors and Customer Savings! | Interact

Productive Contracts Mean Successful Vendors and Customer Savings! | Interact http://buff.ly/11WqsYI

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. https://interact.gsa.gov/blog/productive-contracts-mean-successful-vendors-and-customer-savings

Quick Note: Federal Buyers Guide Inc - Government Marketing News

Federal Buyers Guide Newsletter Week of June 24 http://buff.ly/1a7Xcr9

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govsupplier.com/index.php?page=news

Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Quick Note: Surprise: BYOD's biggest hurdle is not security -- FCW

Surprise: BYOD's biggest hurdle is not security -- FCW http://buff.ly/11RGVNV

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/06/20/byod-legal.aspx

Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Quick Note: ManTech optimism weathers downturn -- Washington Technology

ManTech optimism weathers downturn -- Washington Technology

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://washingtontechnology.com/articles/2013/06/20/top-100-mantech.aspx

Monday, June 24, 2013

Quick Note: Would capping contractor salary reimbursements make a difference? -- FCW

Would capping contractor salary reimbursements make a difference? -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/06/20/contractor-compensation.aspx

Sunday, June 23, 2013

Quick Note: Walker seeks Congressional OK for cost-cutting commission -- FCW

Walker seeks Congressional OK for cost-cutting commission -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/06/18/walker-government-waste-commission.aspx

Quick Note: NSA revelation spotlights debate over cyber authorities -- FCW

NSA revelation spotlights debate over cyber authorities -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/06/18/cyber-authorities-debate.aspx

Friday, June 21, 2013

Quick Note: Has the World Sent its Last Telegram?

Has the World Sent its Last Telegram?

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/wireless/Has-the-World-Sent-its-Last-Telegram.html

Quick Note: Not the Time To Relax on Deficit Discussions - Bloomberg Government

Not the Time To Relax on Deficit Discussions - Bloomberg Government

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://about.bgov.com/2013/06/19/not-the-time-to-relax-on-deficit-discussions/

Thursday, June 20, 2013

Quick Note: OMB issues new spending-data directive to agencies -- FCW

OMB issues new spending-data directive to agencies -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/06/19/data-omb.aspx

Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Quick Note: Diana Gowen: The cloud broker concept is broken -- FCW

Diana Gowen: The cloud broker concept is broken -- FCW

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/Articles/2013/04/29/comment-cloud-broker-bad-idea.aspx?Page=1

Quick Note: Expanding Opportunities for Small Businesses | The GSA Blog

Expanding Opportunities for Small Businesses | The GSA Blog

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://gsablogs.gsa.gov/gsablog/2013/06/17/expanding-opportunities-for-small-businesses/

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Quick Note: Accenture Newsroom: Accenture Report Identifies Opportunities for Energy Providers to Spark Economic

Accenture Report Identifies Opportunities for Energy Providers to Spark Economic Growth

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://newsroom.accenture.com/news/accenture-report-identifies-opportunities-for-energy-providers-to-spark-economic-growth-by-better-serving-small-and-medium-sized-businesses.htm

Monday, June 17, 2013

Quick Note: Federal Buyers Guide Newsletter Week of June 17 - Government Marketing News

Federal Buyers Guide Newsletter Week of June 17

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govsupplier.com/index.php?page=news

Sunday, June 16, 2013

Quick Note: The Acquisition Corner: Institutionalizing MythBusters: The Need for Better Industry and Government

The Acquisition Corner: Institutionalizing MythBusters: The Need for Better Industry and Government Collaboration

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://acqcorner.blogspot.com/2013/06/institutionalizing-mythbusters-need-for.html

Friday, June 14, 2013

Quick Note: BGOV's Rob Levinson Discusses The NSA Scandal on Bloomberg Surveillance - Bloomberg Government

BGOV's Rob Levinson Discusses The NSA Scandal on Bloomberg Surveillance - Bloomberg Government

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://about.bgov.com/2013/06/13/bgovs-rob-levinson-on-bloomberg-surveillance/

Thursday, June 13, 2013

Quick Note: Partnerships for the future: Redefine public-private cooperation

Partnerships for the future: Redefine public-private cooperation | Deloitte University Press

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://dupress.com/articles/partnerships-for-the-future/

Monday, June 10, 2013

Quick Note: Federal Buyers Guide Newsletter Week of June 10 - Government Marketing News

Federal Buyers Guide Newsletter Week of June 10 - Government Marketing News

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govsupplier.com/index.php?page=news

Sunday, June 9, 2013

Quick Note: 10 Tips to Make Your Government Events More Successful

10 Tips to Make Your Government Events More Successful | Government Sales Insider

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blog.immixgroup.com/2013/06/06/10-tips-to-make-your-government-events-more-successful/

Friday, June 7, 2013

Quick Note: US Department of Labor to host conferences on prevailing wage requirements for federal contracts in

US DoL to host conferences on prevailing wage req's for federal contracts in areas impacted by Hurricane Sandy

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.dol.gov/opa/media/press/whd/WHD20131149.htm

Quick Note: Digital Government Spotlight Data May Shed New Light on Opportunities

Digital Government Spotlight Data May Shed New Light on Opportunities | Government Sales Insider

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blog.immixgroup.com/2013/05/21/digital-government-spotlight-data-may-shed-new-light-on-opportunities/

Thursday, June 6, 2013

Quick Note: To Tap Big Data, Federal IT Must Partner With Tech Industry

To Tap Big Data, Federal IT Must Partner With Tech Industry - http://buff.ly/170rMBY

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.cio.com/article/733422/To_Tap_Big_Data_Federal_IT_Must_Partner_With_Tech_Industry?taxonomyId=1375

Quick Note: A cautionary word about strategic sourcing -- Washington Technology

A cautionary word about strategic sourcing -- Washington Technology http://buff.ly/13VnPuZ

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://washingtontechnology.com/articles/2013/05/22/insights-soloway-strategic-sourcing.aspx

Wednesday, June 5, 2013

Quick Note: A Look to the Future Under the FedRAMP Certification | Technically Speaking

A Look to the Future Under the FedRAMP Certification | Technically Speaking

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blogs.dlt.com/future-fedramp-certification/

Quick Note: 5 Reasons the Government Needs to Be More Like the Tech Industry

5 Reasons the Government Needs to Be More Like the Tech Industry

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.policymic.com/articles/42449/5-reasons-the-government-needs-to-be-more-like-the-tech-industry

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Quick Note: Unisys Security Index Shows Most Americans Worry about Data Breaches but Disagree about the Need for

Unisys Security Index: Americans Worry about Data Breaches; Disagree about Need to Notify Gov about Cyber Attacks

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.unisys.com/unisys/news/detail.jsp?id=1120000970026310170

Monday, June 3, 2013

Quick Note: Small Business Federal Government Contracting: PRACTICAL INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT FOR SMALL

Small Business Federal Government Contracting: INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT FOR FEDERAL GOVERNMENT CONTRACTORS

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.smalltofeds.com/2013/06/practical-intellectual-property.html

Quick Note: Federal Buyers Guide Newsletter Week of June 3

Federal Buyers Guide Newsletter Week of June 3

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govsupplier.com/index.php?page=news

Sunday, June 2, 2013

Quick Note: Stopping Excessive Payments for Contractor Compensation | The White House

Stopping Excessive Payments for Contractor Compensation | The White House

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/2013/05/30/stopping-excessive-payments-contractor-compensation

Quick Note: Defense.gov News Article: Despite Hackers, DOD Retains Faith in Weapon Systems

Defense.gov News Article: Despite Hackers, DOD Retains Faith in Weapon Systems

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=120173

Friday, May 31, 2013

Quick Note: CALCULATING THE COST OF A SECURITY BREACH | SourceWire

CALCULATING THE COST OF A SECURITY BREACH | SourceWire

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.sourcewire.com/news/77966/calculating-the-cost-of-a-security-breach

Thursday, May 30, 2013

Quick Note: To Tap Big Data, Federal IT Must Partner With Tech Industry

To Tap Big Data, Federal IT Must Partner With Tech Industry - http://buff.ly/170rMBY

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.cio.com/article/733422/To_Tap_Big_Data_Federal_IT_Must_Partner_With_Tech_Industry?taxonomyId=1375

Quick Note: Digital Government Spotlight Data May Shed New Light on Opportunities

Digital Government Spotlight Data May Shed New Light on Opportunities | Government Sales Insider http://buff.ly/13VoxZq

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://blog.immixgroup.com/2013/05/21/digital-government-spotlight-data-may-shed-new-light-on-opportunities/

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Quick Note: 6 Trends in the Next Generation of Government

6 Trends in the Next Generation of Government http://buff.ly/10Yhv0H

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govtech.com/education/6-Trends-in-the-Next-Generation-of-Government.html

Quick Note: Department of Homeland Security

IAEA published its nuclear security detection architecture document of guidelines and best practices, as part of its Nuclear Security Series.

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.facebook.com/homelandsecurity/posts/622736994405607

Quick Note: A cautionary word about strategic sourcing -- Washington Technology

A cautionary word about strategic sourcing -- Washington Technology http://buff.ly/13VnPuZ

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://washingtontechnology.com/articles/2013/05/22/insights-soloway-strategic-sourcing.aspx

Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Quick Note: Cyber getting baked into more procurements -- Washington Technology

Cyber getting baked into more procurements -- Washington Technology http://buff.ly/13VnMiP

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://washingtontechnology.com/articles/2013/05/24/insights-charles-cybersecurity-order.aspx

Quick Note: Download our New eBook – BIM for Govies™ | Acronym Online

Download our New eBook – BIM for Govies™–Acronym Online http://buff.ly/10Yettb

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://acronymonline.org/bim_for_govies/

Monday, May 27, 2013

Quick Note: Federal Buyers Guide Inc - Government Marketing News

Federal Buyers Guide Inc - Government Marketing News http://buff.ly/170rVoZ

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govsupplier.com/index.php?page=news

Thursday, May 23, 2013

Quick Note: AFSPC Vice Commander: Innovation desperately needed for tomorrow's challenges

AFSPC Vice Commander: Innovation desperately needed for tomorrow's challenges http://buff.ly/16bHPxj

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.afspc.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123346832

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Quick Note: GSA’s Data.gov Highlighted through New Executive Order on Open Data | The GSA Blog

GSA’s Data.gov Highlighted through New Executive Order on Open Data | The GSA Blog http://buff.ly/12TfHci

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://gsablogs.gsa.gov/gsablog/2013/05/09/gsas-data-gov-highlighted-through-new-executive-order-on-open-data/

Quick Note: Setting the Record Straight on Small Business Contracts | The GSA Blog

Setting the Record Straight on Small Business Contracts | The GSA Blog http://buff.ly/10JhSAc

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://gsablogs.gsa.gov/gsablog/2013/05/16/setting-the-record-straight-on-small-business-policy/

Monday, May 20, 2013

Quick Note: The Future of Multiple Award Contracts - Bloomberg Government

The Future of Multiple Award Contracts - Bloomberg Government http://buff.ly/14oNknO

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://about.bgov.com/2013/05/17/the-future-of-multiple-award-contracts/

Quick Note: Federal Buyers Guide Newsletter Week of May 20

"Federal Buyers Guide Newsletter Week of May 20" http://buff.ly/162hWzG

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govsupplier.com/index.php?page=news