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Growth Tips For May

May 9, 2023/in Advice, GovCon, Newsletter, Services /by BOOST

If You’re Not Growing, You’re Dying. “If you aren’t growing, you are dying” is a common refrain for many businesspeople. We all look at growth as an absolute must, and in most cases, it is. But damn is it hard. And messy. You’ve started your company with the best of intentions. You have big dreams, […]

Order of Precedence in Government Contracts

May 9, 2023/in GovCon /by Kathy Wright

In contract documents, Order of Precedence is a term that establishes a hierarchy among contractual documents. That “pecking order” is defined to resolve conflicts that could occur in the various terms contained in those documents. For example, if your contract terms and conditions offer NET 30 payment terms, but you are issued a purchase order under that contract that has NET 45 payment terms, which document controls the final outcome? It depends on the Order of Precedence in your contract documents.

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The Benefits of Establishing A DEIAB Plan

March 28, 2023/in Advice, Business Development, Talent Acquisition /by Stephanie Alexander

We know that DEIAB is important for creating an inclusive and successful workplace environment. It’s not simply a trend or lingo in the industry; it’s a movement. It’s about creating a more equitable environment where everyone has equal opportunities, regardless of their background. DEIAB, meaning diversity, equity, inclusion, access & belonging, provides a wealth of obvious benefits to a company, as well as a selection of hidden benefits that emerge over time as company culture begins to shift to a more equitable and fair interpretation than was previously established.

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What Can GovCons Learn from March Madness?

March 10, 2023/in Advice /by admin

March Madness is almost here! For sports fans, this is one of the most exciting times of the year. March Madness brings next-level excitement – upsets, buzzer-beaters, intense competition, cheering for the underdog, bracket challenges, and the thrill of not knowing what each game will bring. Any team can win and create an unforgettable moment. […]

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Can AI-Based Hiring Algorithms Get You Into Trouble With the EEOC?

March 8, 2023/in Compliance, GovCon /by BOOST

Yes, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is prioritizing enforcement against algorithmic and other tech-related employment discrimination. “Artificial intelligence and algorithmic decision-making tools have great potential to improve our lives, including in the area of employment,” says EEOC Chair Charlotte A. Burrows in 2021. “At the same time, the EEOC is keenly aware that […]

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March Madness for GovCons: Get Your Company Involved

March 3, 2023/in Advice /by Daniel Nathan

The easiest 10 minutes you can spend this March to focus on Company Culture During this challenging job market, company culture is more important than ever. One of the easiest and least expensive things a company can do to drive camaraderie, friendly competition, and company culture is to start an NCAA March Madness Bracket competition […]

GAO’s 2010 Cybersecurity Recommendations Are Still Unimplemented

February 20, 2023/in Advice, Compliance, GovCon /by BOOST

For those of you who may not be up to speed on the latest in government cybersecurity, let’s catch you up: back in 2010, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) issued a report with 25 recommendations for improving federal agencies’ cybersecurity posture. And yet, here we are over a decade later, and most of those recommendations […]

Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Certification

VOSB and SDVOSB Certification

January 25, 2023/in Advice, GovCon /by admin

2023 brings with it some pretty significant changes to certification for both VOSBs and SDVOSBs. Before we get into the meat of those changes, let’s do a quick overview of what exactly these designations mean, along with an overview of certification. VOSB (Veteran-Owned Small Business) and SDVOSB (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business) certification are programs run […]

What Is CMMC, and Why Should GovCons Care?

January 18, 2023/in Advice, GovCon /by Kathy Wright

If you or your key subcontractors are still using a free, public email address, READ THIS ARTICLE. If you think two-factor-authentication is a giant pain, and you can’t wait for it to go away, READ THIS ARTICLE. If your corporate IT budget is dwarfed by your annually expensed meals, READ THIS ARTICLE. If you think […]

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