Category: Procurement Office Development

The Case of the Missing Worker

At the National Governors Association Winter Meeting in Washington, D.C., one topic was raised in every single session and panel: worker… Continue reading The Case of the Missing Worker

To Infinity and Beyond: Preparing for Public Procurement’s Future

2023 has arrived! With the new year comes new priorities, so NASPO has released the 2023 Top Ten… Continue reading To Infinity and Beyond: Preparing for Public Procurement’s Future

NASPO’s Inaugural Supply Chain Case Competition

Engaging the next generations of public procurement professionals is more critical than ever as the role of procurement… Continue reading NASPO’s Inaugural Supply Chain Case Competition

Managing Risk in the Procurement Process

With NASPO’s Law Institute happening this week, it couldn’t be a better time to talk about risk: what… Continue reading Managing Risk in the Procurement Process

Considering Outcomes (Not Just Outputs) Through Your KPIs

You’ve been getting complaints that the floors in the procurement office are too sticky. As the administrator of… Continue reading Considering Outcomes (Not Just Outputs) Through Your KPIs

Making a Difference with Supplier Diversity

Much has been written about measuring the performance and impacts of supplier diversity initiatives in the private sector. … Continue reading Making a Difference with Supplier Diversity

Talent Management in a Changing World

The post-pandemic way of life has shown us one thing: employees are essential to the success of any… Continue reading Talent Management in a Changing World

ARPA and IIJA Funds—Is Your Office Ready?

You’ve probably seen the news about the federal money coming to states and cities from the ARPA (American… Continue reading ARPA and IIJA Funds—Is Your Office Ready?