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

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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

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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

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://www.govconwire.com/2013/11/army-picks-7-companies-for-498m-office-equipment-contract/

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

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/articles/2013/10/31/air-force-embraces-oasis.aspx

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

via Federal Buyers Guide Inc. http://fcw.com/blogs/fcw-insider/2013/10/house-panel-takes-on-dod-procurement-reform.aspx

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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