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Just Released Gartner Research Papers Offer Promising Insights (If Only They Could Get Away from the Dogma of Antiquated Thinking in All Areas)
I just received a copy of the October 21st, 2009 Gartner Research Papers titled “Critical Capabilities for ERP-Based E-Procurement Solutions,” and “Q&A: The Top 21 Questions for Evaluating and Implementing E-Procurement.” The first paper which “rates 12 e-procurement solutions from six ERP vendors and two SAP resellers against four major uses cases,” will in conjunction […]
Buy American Exemption: The Biggest 1% in Public Sector Procurement
October 15, 2009
Today’s PI Window on Business segment in which I had the opportunity to interview Washington-based US public sector expert Judy Bradt is part of a series of interviews that will break down the key elements of the Buy American Policy. These segments will drill down into the areas that will affect your business, and provide […]
NASPO 2009 Survey of Purchasing Practices Provides an Interesting Lens Through which to View a Buy American Exemption
October 14, 2009
I just today received my copy of The National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) 2009 Survey of State Government Purchasing Practices. As the opening page of the report indicates, “the information contained within the CD-ROM is an invaluable tool” provided to assist NASPO’s partners and constituents in gaining a better “understanding” of the “nature […]
Seven Steps to Success: Jumpstart Government Contracts (A Buy American Perspective)
October 10, 2009
When the details of a new Buy American deal on the Stimulus is announced for Canada, YES, it will make a difference for the hundreds of Canadian companies that have decades-old relationships as trusted suppliers to state and local buyers — particularly in construction, wastewater, and HVAC. When new rules come out, expect a lot […]
A Buy American Exemption: The Maine View with Candidate for Governor Matt Jacobson
October 8, 2009
“My vision is for Maine to compete and win in this new economy. We will build strong communities that attract jobs and families, providing choice and opportunity to our workers. We will create an economic climate in Maine that is world class and competitive with other states and the global economy. Maine can be a […]
A Buy American Exemption and the Opportunity for Suppliers
October 6, 2009
In the September 30th PI Window on Business Buy American Special I had a brief interview with Canada’s Trade Minister Stockwell Day that simplified a complex issue (Note: here is the Direct Link to my interview with Canada’s Trade Minister Day) Underneath the complexities of the Buy American debate is a simple question . . […]
Buy American Policy: Economic Imperative or Popular Opinion?
October 1, 2009
In today’s PI Window on Business Show I had a brief interview with Canada’s Trade Minister Stockwell Day that simplified a complex issue . . . Underneath the complexities of the Buy American debate is a simple question . . . now that Canada has closed the Congressional loophole that justified locking Canadian business out […]
IACCM to announce the release of global economic study during September 30th PI Window on Business Broadcast.
September 30, 2009
As you know tomorrow at 3:00 PM EDT I will be welcoming as a guest to the PI Window on Business Show Canada’s Minister of International Trade and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway Stockwell Day along with an esteemed international guest panel to discuss the impact of the Obama Administration’s Buy American policy on the […]
Buy American: The Procurement Angle
September 24, 2009
I was recently asked a very interesting question regarding the implications associated with increasing US-based vendor access to Government Contracts. I am happy to share both the original question and answer with you, and look forward to receiving your feedback. Question: I am sure you are aware of NAFTA – Based on my understanding of […]
Procurement Insights 
October 28, 2009
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