Opinion

Among CMMC's great unknowns, a necessary paradigm shift looms large

Questions loom about the ongoing implementation of DOD's CMMC implementation but real success will require a cyber ethos that permeates your company.

Opinion

Here's what you need to know when the customer asks you to write the work statement

When your customer issues a statement of objectives instead of a performance work statement, it falls to you to write that PWS. Here's what you need to know to make the most of that opportunity.

Opinion

Do the latest CIO-SP4 amendments create inequities?

NITAAC's latest CIO-SP4 amendments will allow small businesses to use the experience of large business partners in their proposals. The late change might put small businesses without large partners at a disadvantage.

Opinion

How the cyber executive order will drive funding

The executive order on cybersecurity will drive funding and focus priorities for the government. Here's a guide on what to follow and where to focus.

Opinion

Evolving digital platforms open more ways to win in GovCon

In the government technology and services marketplace the traditional marketing formula remains dominant but digital platforms are evolving and opening a more dynamic venue to reach customers and potential employees.

Opinion

Biden's budget promise ... and peril

The Biden administration's proposed 2022 budget has been increases for IT spending as well as pushing IT-rich priorities. But the reality is that the proposal has long, uphill journey that it might not complete.

Opinion

Why a WW2 contracting practice is the best way to build a federal cloud

Current contracting methods fall short when it comes to procuring something as large and complex as a federal cloud but a method used during World War II might just be the answer.

Opinion

The return to work raises critical questions

As COVID cases fall and vaccinations increase, doors to normal life are opening, but questions remain on what employers and agency customers can demand when it comes to getting workers vaccinated.

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Four CMMC actions to take right now

Final CMMC requirements might still be in flux but preparing now is critical important. Here are four specific actions you should take.

Opinion

Effective remote work requires following these principles

Remote work isn't going away and to make your organization successful and effective there are several key principles to follow, including communication, setting expectations, listening and hiring the right people.

Opinion

Why a mission-first network is the foundation for cyber warfighting

Having a strong network backbone isn't enough in today's era of cyberwar. Networks need to be built for the worse-case scenario and with the mission clearly in sight.

Opinion

How human capital fuels mission success

Human capital capabilities will drive the mission success for you and your customers and the elements of understanding, transparency and vulnerability are the key building blocks to a stronger workforce.

Opinion

Why and how GovCon CEOs should use LinkedIn

With millions of customers on LinkedIn, GovCon CEOs need to leverage the social platform or they are doomed to lag behind their competitors.

Opinion

Where to find those hidden AF opportunities

While a final fiscal 2022 budget is still months away, there are still plenty of indicators of where the Air Force will prioritize its $8 billion IT budget.

Opinion

Workplace authenticity can be a woman's best friend

Women have struggled to strike the right work-life balance and the pandemic has only made it worse. SAIC executive Nyla Beth Gawel writes that should embrace authenticity and not be afraid to ask their employers for what they need.

Opinion

How marketing will change for contractors during the Biden administration

For federal contractors, a new administration means new priorities and new leaders. It also means a fresh approach to marketing.

Opinion

5 public relations strategies for mergers and acquisitions

Mergers and acquisitions are rampant in the market so don't overlook the significant role marketing and public relations can play to make your deal distinct from your competitors and better understood by your employees and customers.

Opinion

Time for system integrators to adopt a new business model

Government contractors have a critical role to play in helping the government modernize but to be effective they most adopt a new way of partnering that draws in more emerging technology companies.

Opinion

SBA's mentor-protege sees some welcome changes and one not so welcome change

Attorney James Fontana explains some of the positive changes to the mentor-protege program coming out of SBA, plus one that's not so great and makes him question whether any of the changes are worth making.

Opinion

Six forces pushing rapid change in the public sector

COVID-19 isn't the only force driving change in government. Here are six other trends that are driving the government to change.