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What’s unfortunate about this is that it is all smoke and mirrors. “Be awed by what I say and show but not what I do.” If HomeSafe Alliance really cared about our community they would not ignore the advocate that has a community of over 50,000 members and the trust of our community. It’s unfortunate that Matt Dolan and Robert Nicholson cannot answer an email and it takes talking to some unknown person on FB messenger (only so they can keep their good response time) to get any answers. If they really cared, they would show us with their actions instead of more empty government contract promises. To my community- if you have the ability to execute your PCS as a PPM, I highly suggest you do it. We have seen the issues when the DoD has privatized other quality of life sectors and unfortunately this one will be no different, but with your household goods. If you need a reccomendation for a trusted company to do your PPM, please do not hesitate to reach out. #DoBetter #PCSadvocacy #advocate #StopPrivatizing

In 2006, the Veterans First Program was created to expand the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) contracting program for procurements, mutually benefiting veteran business owners and the government. The Contract Our Veterans Act (H.R. 7401) would bring this concept to the Department of Defense (DoD) by expanding contracting options for SDVOSBs within DoD. This legislation has the potential to create new SDVOSBs, generate new veteran jobs, strengthen the DoD's supply chain by engaging more committed veteran vendors and drive down prices at the Department through increased competition. DAV strongly supports the Contract Our Veterans Act, as it will strengthen and increase options for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. We ask that you contact your Representatives and urge them to co-sponsor and support H.R. 7401. Click here to take action now: http://dav.la/hr7401. Stay up to date on all DAV supported legislation by signing up for the DAV Commander’s Action Network at DAVCAN.org.

In 2006, the Veterans First Program was created to expand the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) contracting program for procurements, mutually benefiting veteran business owners and the government. The Contract Our Veterans Act (H.R. 7401) would bring this concept to the Department of Defense (DoD) by expanding contracting options for SDVOSBs within DoD. This legislation has the potential to create new SDVOSBs, generate new veteran jobs, strengthen the DoD's supply chain by engaging more committed veteran vendors and drive down prices at the Department through increased competition. DAV strongly supports the Contract Our Veterans Act, as it will strengthen and increase options for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. We ask that you contact your Representatives and urge them to co-sponsor and support H.R. 7401. Click here to take action now: http://dav.la/hr7401. Stay up to date on all DAV supported legislation by signing up for the DAV Commander’s Action Network at DAVCAN.org.

Army CIO Leo Garciga emphasized the importance of aligning Army software modernization with the operational needs of our soldiers. The goal? Integrating secure, modernized tech into deployment patterns to deliver mission-critical solutions, when and where they’re needed most. It’s all about improving the user experience and ensuring our warfighters have the tools they need in real time. Catch the full discussion here: https://lnkd.in/eyDns-5x

'A HUGE WIN!': Why do government officials say the #DoD contract writing system modernization efforts are the most successful digital transformation programs within the federal government they’ve ever seen? The ongoing, large-scale system rollouts across their respective departments underscore the unparalleled success of DoD contract writing system modernizations. Program Directors Scott McAffry, CON-IT, and Steven Edsall, #ACWS, reveal the secrets behind their exceptional collaboration and discuss why this new federal procurement productivity standard is now openly accessible to any government agency! Our conversation on the new standard of #procurementsolutions efficiency and innovation with Synergy’s Chandan M. and Todd Schwartzrock. #DigitalTransformation #GovernmentInnovation #ContractModernization Appian Corporation | Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) | U.S. Army PEO EIS | United States Air Force | USDA

The U.S. Navy spends less on tech produced by new entrants in the #defensindustrialbase than all other #dod components, according to the 2024 #natsec100 report by Silicon Valley Defense Group! A friend sent me the image below this morning. I was struck by the difference in spending between the Army, Air Force, SOCOM, etc vs the Navy. These organizations clearly recognize that #digital-first industry partners are a critical component of our defense! Conversely, it appears the Navy hasn't caught on... why? ⚓ First, the Navy is the most platform-centric (warships, submarine, aircraft, etc) of the armed forces. The Army is about people - Soldiers - while the Navy is about "things" that happen to have people - Sailors - onboard. When the Army talks about its size, it talks about end strength (how many Soldiers are in the ranks); when the Navy talks about its size, it refers to its number of capital ships. 💻 Second, the toys in the Navy's toy chest are expensive. Really expensive. An aircraft carrier costs taxpayers over $10B. When budgetary decisions are made on the Navy side of the Pentagon, all of the money goes to buying the expensive ~things~, or maintaining the things it already has. "Digital" things that we can't see, such as #software, #ai, and #data become an afterthought. 🔱 Finally, the Navy is deeply rooted in conservatism and tradition. As Secretary of War Henry Stimson once remarked "the admirals were wrapped up in the peculiar psychology in which Neptune was God, Mahan his prophet, and the United States Navy the only true Church." Simply stated, change is hard in the naval service. The observations above and the data below are not new. Carl Builder highlighted the cultural aspects above in his excellent study of American military service culture "The Masks of War." Similarly, the Government Accountability Office published a great report on the use of other transaction authorities (OTAs), in which unsurprisingly, the Navy was dead-last. What do you make of this state of affairs? More importantly, how do we - industry partners, government, and Congress - get better? https://natsec100.org/

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In this video we cover the 2 sam.gov automation features most people miss. This will save you time and most importantly, help prevent you from missing a contract! #govcontract #samgov #governmentcontracting SUBSCRIBE TO WATCH THE VIDEOS FIRST https://lnkd.in/e_7WCSjB Get the GovClose Certification: https://lnkd.in/eX-3CZXG Free Book Download: https://lnkd.in/ejeRC5B3 Watch Next: How to Win Military Contracts: https://lnkd.in/evTbke_7 In this tutorial Rick Howard, Former Procurement officer breaks down two features sam.gov has that most small businesses don't take advantage of .

This equipment is Military Grade 😱 This statement is meant to impress the audience, but those of us who have served laugh amongst ourselves knowingly, particularly if you’ve ever been a part of the logistics process for your command. Military supply has always been a topic that has baffled me. One of my favorite games to play when ordering a new piece of equipment or repair part is “Guess That Price”. More often than not, the price the Navy pays for parts is astronomical for a seemingly unassuming piece of equipment. But why? The U.S. military’s acquisition process is often bogged down by bureaucracy, delays, and budget constraints—leading to outdated technology and inefficiencies. To modernize: 1. Streamline Bureaucracy: Adopt a more agile acquisition system (Subtle nod to my PM friends). Most of the time, ordering equipment can be an extremely lengthy process, and very inefficient. There needs to be a better program for ordering equipment, because OMMS is just not it. 2. Prioritize Modular Tech: Focus on systems that can be easily upgraded. This is one area where I’ve seen some improvement over my years. Improvement, but still a long way to go. 3. Partner with Private Sector: Leverage commercial innovations and practices. Invite more American companies to provide critical parts necessary to keep our machines and vehicles running smoothly. The restrictions we have on repair parts is incredibly hard to deal with, and 10x more so when the command is on a tight budget. These changes can help the military keep pace with advancing tech, delivering capability faster and more cost-effectively. #MilitaryInnovation #AgileAcquisition #Modernization #GetRealGetBetter #GRGB

To maintain and modernize our national defense in an environment of both emerging threats and increased budget scrutiny, the military and federal civilian agencies will need to spend smarter. Fortunately, these agencies and our armed services can benefit from a significant trend in enterprise software pricing models: a shift from per-user license-based pricing to a consumption-based model. With consumption or usage-based pricing, buyers pay based on what they actually use rather than simply the “right to use.” This model provides several advantages: it better aligns costs with value received, increases user access, and scales up and down easily. This white paper explains the differences between these pricing models, the significance of the trend, and the benefits for our government agencies and military. Download it here: https://lnkd.in/gGrBZvYC #military #modernization #SaaS #devsecops cc United States Department of Defense, Defense Information Systems Agency, Savanrith Kong, Leonel Garciga Jane Overslaugh Rathbun