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Good to see government agencies taking steps to advance digital engagement. By understanding and solving root problems, human-centered design promises a more effective and empathetic approach to digital government services. 🤝📈✨ #HumanCenteredDesign #GovernmentServices #DigitalTransformation https://lnkd.in/eDzXxSeJ

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Adapting to the New Era of Government Spending and Accountability - The methods and approaches to government spending are shifting, with an increasing focus on accountability and auditing for effectiveness and efficiency. Programs are under more scrutiny than ever to deliver measurable results and demonstrate real value. This is nothing new for CRG. For decades, we’ve supported clients in winning and managing work with these principles as our foundation. Our expertise in aligning with government priorities, optimizing program execution, and ensuring compliance has driven success across mission-critical programs. Don’t be left behind. CRG’s experts, with SMEs across 30+ industries and strategic offices from #DC to #Dubai, are ready to ensure your organization thrives in this evolving landscape. Contact us today to stay ahead of the curve. 👉 crgroupinc.com | [email protected] #CRG #GovernmentSpending #Accountability #ProgramManagement #PMO #AuditExcellence #GovCon #Efficiency #Leadership #WinningStrategies #GlobalReach #Federal #FedSpending #DoD #GAO #Compliance #DCAA #DCMA

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Plain language matters. The 2024 Federal Plain Language Report Card shows how federal agencies are improving communication to help citizens access vital information and services. https://buff.ly/40bXCf2 #PlainLanguageMatters #GovComms #CitizenImpact

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To assist Governors' work on increasing financial literacy, NGA has prepared a list of resources that can be used as tools to support their constituents. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eCwRxR_u

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Join Capital Edge Consulting & Public Contracting Institute, LLC (PCI) for the "NAICS Codes and Navigating SAM.gov" webinar on August 8th! Register here: https://lnkd.in/eqsyMqqU SAM.gov – System of Award Management, is the official U.S Government System offered to the public to help identify contract opportunities and data, find entity information, conduct entity reporting, report wage determinations, and complete your company SAM.gov registration. Due to the changes to SAM.gov’s functionality and registration process over the last few years, contractors may find challenges in navigating SAM.gov. SAM.gov also manages a contractor’s classification under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS), the system by which contractors self-identify in which industries they participate. Join Capital Edge Consulting Partner, Marie Salamone CCP, MBA, and Manager, Samantha (Sammie) Warnecki, as they explain the system of NAICS code, and the different tools and potential pitfalls while using SAM.gov. SAMs.gov (System for Award Management): - Overview – What is SAM.gov? - Contract Opportunities and Contract Data - Entity Information and Entity Reporting - Entity Registration - Federal Hierarchy - Assistance Listings - Wage Determinations - Types of Information Required for Registration - DUNS to UEI Change - NEW – Entity Validation Process - Administrator Transfer Process - Significance of TIN, UEI, CAGE/NCAGE Information - NAICS Codes and Small Business Size Determinations - Reps and Certs - Common Pitfalls - Summary of Changes to SAM.gov - Federal Service Desk Support #GovCon #SAM #NAICS #training #PCI #CapitalEdge #webinar #governmentcontracts

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This GAO article highlights the efforts and challenges in standardizing data across federal grants under the GREAT Act. It discusses the importance of developing machine-readable data standards and the need for regular communication with Congress and stakeholders to improve grant management​. https://lnkd.in/egfYfxe8 #Zenius #Grants #GAO

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The skills gap in the federal acquisition workforce is a growing concern, posing significant challenges that demand long-term solutions. With many seasoned acquisition professionals who are nearing retirement age, the industry faces an urgent need to address the knowledge and skills gaps among the next generation of workers. To remain effective, organizations must confront these challenges head-on.

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How many of you have gotten frustrated when trying to find federal grant opportunities through Grants.gov? Well, there's something better. OMB has issued a new prospect research database - The Federal Program Inventory. It is much more user friendly and is a great tool to find different federal grant opportunities.

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RGi President Brian Loggins spoke with the WashingtonExec. this week about how we provide an #ImmediateImpact for our government clients, and stand out among other GovCons. “What makes us different is the quality of our work, the quality of our people. I know a lot of companies can say that, but the difference with us is we’re very deliberate and focused on hiring the best, most innovative-type people, and then only going after the really innovative, complex kinds of work." Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gUBWHsAE #GEOINT #NationalSecurity

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Taking a break from Executive Strategy Forum to tap into a #TBMC24 breakout session. Our Government Strategy Community shared the latest State and Federal taxonomy extensions and real-life examples of how to leverage them. Download the Federal Extension today! https://bit.ly/40Eu4XM

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Advanced Notice AND UPCOMING WEBINAR for MAS Refresh 24 and Upcoming Mass Modification The General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) is planning to issue GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Solicitation 47QSMD20R0001 - Refresh # 24 in January 2025. Outlined below are the upcoming changes associated with Solicitation 47QSMD20R0001 - Refresh # 24 Upcoming Webinar We invite you to attend a GSA FAS public webinar about the upcoming changes to MAS Solicitation 47QSMD20R0001 on January 9, 2025. This webinar will be in a listen-only format, but participants will be able to ask questions via chat. Webinar Attendance Information: MAS Refresh 24 and Upcoming Mass Modification  Date: January 9, 2025 Time: 1 - 2 p.m. EST https://lnkd.in/gPZfc9Vh Join us via this Zoom link or see the attached Webinar Attendance Information document for more options to attend. #GSA #FSS #GOVCON

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Government Contracting #govcon seems to be a labyrinth 😕to many outsiders and newer folks coming into the space. I once created an Access database🧮 at a previous employer many years ago to highlight the importance of good data management and common unique identifiers... As the company tended to have some byzantine processes and nomenclature that I was trying to flesh out and focus 🔍on measuring the things that matter. So I've seen quite a bit of diverse contracts from over $100M 💰annual jobs to ones under $100K. I believe the process is essentially the same to ensure a smooth transition from pre-award to 🥇post-award. It starts with being able to accurately code 🔣your contract into your system of record. Do your #proposal 📚and #pricing 💵documents match the contract award 📝documents? Check that before you 🖋sign! Had an experience recently where there was some ambiguity 😵with a contract modification document in what it was doing as it relates to the changes we proposed. Some contracts get complex when you get to a dozen mods or so with many CLINs, SLINs, and 🗜ARCNs... IYKYK We both had differing interpretations🗣 as we worked through the document. There was a 💪🏼challenge with all the moving parts and new CLINs added and old ones removed and it turns out that we both had the same initial confusion that it wasn't done correctly... However, when we dug ⛏deeper into the changes in Section B (contract values) and Section G (funding values) we determined that this customer was doing It's important to have a uniform 🥋methodology on how you read and review your contract documents before you sign it and book the funding and contract values in your accounting system. Set your books up right the first time, or you'll pay💸 for it over-and-over again each month. And get the right people 🤼 and departments involved! Make it a great week 👊🏼

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Don't miss the upcoming training session to discover how North Carolina local governments can effectively use the remaining ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF). Our team of professionals will share valuable insights and practical tips to maximize funding. Register now: https://okt.to/npKDie #ARPA360Training #FinancialManagement #GrantManagement

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Federal agency employees gained relevant resources and guidance using #GuidehouseExperts’ human-centered design to improve efficiency for critical project management processes. Explore how Guidehouse can help your organization enhance employee productivity and simplify access to critical resources: https://lnkd.in/ezNdWPH4  #ITStrategy #TechModernization #PMP #ProjectManagement #BusinessTransformation #HumanCenteredDesign

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Skill gaps in Federal acquisition aren't only an agency issue but an industry issue. There are many reasons and ways to mitigate and overcome gaps with strategic thinking and planning. I'm a huge proponent of skill gap analyses and have created several in my day that informed workload distribution strategies, surge and emergency response, created a focused training plan and framework of core skills, and helped prepare staff for their roles as future acquisition leaders. Check out the article and let us know what you think.

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Learn the fundamental frameworks behind #strategicplanning and reporting. Explore the #localgovernment issues of mandate, legitimacy, public value, and public interest. New to strategic planning? https://ow.ly/kMNQ50Sxwr3 Already in it? https://ow.ly/ic1150Sxwr5

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