In the federal government, many agencies are tasked with using yesterday’s technology to protect today’s data. Maintaining legacy systems eats up 75 percent of federal IT dollars, leaving only a quarter of the budget for modernization and enhancement. But these older systems are increasingly vulnerability to cyberattacks, making those updates even more essential. With limited government IT budgets, how can agencies maximize the pro...

Mobility has passed from its revolutionary phase–and now extends far beyond infrastructure, handsets and data plans. The ability to input, access and analyze data remotely has become a critical component of agency transformation. Legacy infrastructure providers and new system developers sell vastly different products. Join Bloomberg Government to discover new opportunities and learn how to address those challenges head on. This program w...

As Congress returns to Washington after summer recess, lawmakers have a number of items on their agenda – most importantly finalizing negotiations on how to fund the government. With negotiations at a standstill, should business be preparing for another shutdown? Join Bloomberg Government’s legislative analysts on September 17 for a comprehensive webinar assessing the outlook for congressional action this fall. Topics Include: The...

Think August is a slow month in Washington? Think again. Fiscal 2016 is right around the corner and soon Congress will return to finalize the budget in order to prevent another shutdown. Join our analysts for a webinar of the latest defense contracting and federal budget trends. Learn about the terms of the debate over Pentagon spending and find out what happens if the military isn’t fully funded. See what lies ahead in this billion-doll...

The fourth quarter is nearly here. That means federal agencies are gearing up for the annual challenge of efficiently and effectively getting their remaining budget dollars on to contracts ahead of the September 30 deadline. At this critical time, agencies and contractors need to prudently–and innovatively–manage taxpayer dollars with the latest procurement methods. Bloomberg Government and the Coalition for Government Procurement...

In recent years, 34 percent of all federal contract dollars have been awarded by agencies in the last quarter. When budgets are use it or lose it, opportunities–and tough choices–abound. For federal leaders, smart decisions need to be made. For contractors, they need to position themselves as those smart decisions. Join Bloomberg Government on June 30 for a webinar about the tips, tactics and ideas you need to get ahead of the fede...

Policymakers are in the thick of debating budget and appropriation issues on Capitol Hill. With billions at stake, questions remain on how Congress will fund critical components of the government. Join Bloomberg Government’s congressional analysts as they dive into the latest appropriations and budget developments. Topics Will Include: A status update on the 12 appropriations measures in each chamber of Congress The potential for an omni...

Large or small, federal contractors looking for their next edge should look no further than multiple-award contracts (MACs). In fiscal 2014, $115 billion flowed through MACs, accounting for more than 25 percent of all federal procurement spending—with 40 percent of all obligations going to small businesses. For a community used to a shrinking market, knowledge of MACs and other top performing vehicles is essential for growth. Bloomberg G...

To remain competitive in a rapidly changing global economy, renewing investment in American infrastructure is crucial. In the first decades of the 21st century, our global economic competitors have led the way in planning and building the transportation, power and trade networks of the future. To modernize America’s aging infrastructure, the President has proposed the GROW AMERICA Act, a six-year funding bill that would increase investme...

Anne Rung wants to change how you do federal purchasing. Today, purchases and pricing are managed individually across thousands of procurement units. Rung’s vision? Manage entire categories of purchases collaboratively, cohesively and in sync across agencies. The result is a fundamental shift in how contractors experience competition and pursue partnerships. OMB is also working to ensure that reform envisioned by the Federal Information...