New research indicates that state and local procurement offices are grappling with an array of important issues. A nationwide Future of Procurement survey conducted by the Center for Digital Government found that respondents need procurement technology that is easier to use, can automate common workflows and can provide better insights on critical factors like supplier performance. The survey also tracked growing attention on supplier diversity and sustainability, as well as continuing supply chain disruptions.
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Open and timely communication between government and constituents is critical to community success.
Whether for planning budgets, measuring program impact or enhancing emergency response, a dedicated public participation platform is the best way to identify and address community needs.
Community engagement software can help agencies create a central database to personalize communications for hard-to-reach residents. And purpose-built reporting and analytics tools mean agencies can review thousands of written responses with a single click using artificial intelligence.
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Federal Fund Management Advisor
When the U.S. Office of Management and Budget rolled out its major federal grants reform initiative a couple years ago, it sought to consolidate and sensibly harmonize multiple sets of diverse administrative and cost requirements applicable to different kinds of award performers — colleges and universities, nonprofit organizations, and state and local governments. The resulting “Super Circular” (2 CFR 200) largely achieved OMB’s objectives, except in the case of procedures for developing, presenting and negotiating rates for recovery of indirect costs.
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Brainloop, Inc.
Join us for a complimentary live webinar presented by Robert F. Brammer, Ph.D., Chief Strategy Officer at Brainloop, Inc,. and moderated by Homeland Security Today Editor Anthony Kimery.
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