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.
Opinion
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.
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