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

March 8, 2023/in Compliance, GovCon /by Talent Acquisition Team

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 BOOST

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 Largely Unimplemented – That’s a Problem

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

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 […]

Things We Are Looking Forward to for GovCons in 2023

January 16, 2023/in Advice, GovCon /by admin

As we ease out of our holiday comas and find 2023 staring us straight in the face, the BOOST team wanted to share some of the trends/topics/ideas that we are most looking forward to in 2023. Stephanie: The labor market is finally starting to ease. We hope this isn’t just wishful thinking on our part, […]

What to Look for in an HRIS

January 6, 2023/in GovCon, Services /by Albert Darlington

Human resource departments have a lot to manage on any given day, so having a good HRIS (Human Resources Information System) in place can make a big difference in streamlining processes and improving efficiency. Below, we’ll talk about some key features to look for in an HRIS that will help you get maximum value from […]

GovCon Bid Strategies for 2023

January 6, 2023/in Advice, GovCon /by admin

Well, 2022 is in the rearview mirror and 2023 is wide open before us, filled with opportunities and challenges. As the Government Contracting landscape continues to evolve, it’s essential that companies stay ahead of the curve and effectively strategize their bids. Here are some GovCon bid strategies to keep in mind heading into this new […]

Physical Health for CEOs

January 3, 2023/in Advice /by Stephanie Alexander

I recently finished my 850th class at OrangeTheory Fitness. And while this accomplishment is something I’m proud of, it is also an opportunity to highlight something that many CEOs don’t consider – their health. While we go full throttle on running our companies, focused on growth and expansion, ducking and tackling our challenges, it is […]

The Most Common Mistakes in GovCon and How to Avoid Them

December 13, 2022/in Advice, GovCon /by admin

There are a lot of opportunities for mistakes in government contracting, and you wouldn’t be the first, or the 1000th, business to make them. The good news is that, with a little knowledge and preparation, you can avoid many of the more common roadblocks that take contractors from thriving to struggling. Here’s a look at […]