One type of government contract — the firm-fixed-price, level-of-effort (FPLOE) contract — specifically relates to research and development. But some agencies are using FPLOE contracts for unauthorized purposes, and that’s not innovative, says one GovLoop featured contributor: It’s abuse.
Both qualitative data (what people think and feel) and quantitative data (what you can measure and count) can shed light on employees’ experiences on the job. An innovative team in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is collecting and analyzing both types of information to help make the VA an even more welcoming place to… Read more »
Supply chain disruptions can have devastating consequences on our daily lives. So how can agencies prepare for worst case scenarios? What questions should they ask?
A human-centered approach to managing people, one that includes listening to what they need and analyzing experience data in real time, can help agencies attract and retain a strong, satisfied workforce.
Pairing the Internet of Things (IoT) with operational technology (OT) is an innovative way for federal agencies to optimize their existing tools and deliver revolutionary remote management. The potential of the IoT/OT convergence is boundless.
Virtually all reporting in government today looks backward, using data sources that can be old or misinterpreted. There are ways, though, to make rear-view metrics more real-time.
AI-powered automation is transforming various aspects of government operations, IT, and application delivery. Government agencies are using AI-powered automation to help with mission delivery, to build resilience, to upskill employees, and enhance trust in government.
To attract and retain a dedicated, talented workforce, agencies must say “the right things to the right people at the right time.”
Cloud computing can present identity-related risks that agencies aren’t ready for. They need visibility into their network’s security, the ability to be proactive rather than reactive, and the tools to respond before, during and after a cyberattack.
A new program in Wisconsin, called LicenseE, has vastly shortened the wait times and hassle associated with processing of applications and renewals. Now, people receive their licenses in under a week, on average.