Procurement departments can help with the efficiency of the RFP process, but they shouldn’t just be left to their own devices. “More frequently we’re starting to see requests for proposals (RFPs) [for ...

Stefan Pollack is president of The Pollack Group and an adjunct professor at the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. The request for proposal (RFP) process is designed to ensure ...

The purpose of this policy is to maintain strong business practices, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and promote the best possible value in the sourcing of products and services at the ...

Kevin Merritt, Socrata founder and CEO. Kevin Merritt, Socrata founder and CEO, is a FedScoop contributor. Sometimes, it takes a disaster for people to recognize the need for change. The botched ...

Material procurement covers the entire process from need identification through receipt and payment for goods, including supplier management. Sourcing focuses on identifying, vetting, and establishing ...

In 2014, an amazing thing happened in government: In just 16 weeks, a new system to help guide visually impaired travelers through San Francisco International Airport was developed, going from a rough ...

Getting the right materials at the right time and price is incredibly important for any successful business. Material procurement affects everything from product quality to company profits. Smart ...