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The Impacts of Executive Order 14275 on Small Business Procurement Practices

Small businesses often face challenges when competing for government contracts. Executive Order 14275 introduces new rules to reshape procurement practices, with a focus on expanding opportunities for small businesses. Understanding these changes is essential for small business owners and procurement professionals who want to navigate the evolving landscape effectively. Government building entrance highlighting procurement office What Executive Order 14275 Means for Small Bus

Joanne Idria Ben, MA

Feb 182 min read

Understanding Executive Order 14224: The Impact of Designating English as the Official Language of the US

Executive Order 14224, titled "Designating English as the Official Language of the United States," has sparked significant discussion among federal contractors, proposal management professionals, and language services providers. This order directs federal agencies to prioritize English in official communications and operations, affecting how language services, including translation and interpretation, are managed for Limited English Proficiency (LEP) populations. Understandi

Joanne Idria Ben, MA

Feb 33 min read

RFP Capacity Management: Forecasting and Planning

Managing capacity effectively during the Request for Proposal (RFP) process is crucial for organizations seeking to secure contracts without overcommitting resources. Forecasting and planning capacity for RFPs helps teams balance workloads, meet deadlines and deliver high-quality proposals. This post examines practical strategies to enhance capacity management in the RFP process, enabling your team to handle demand efficiently and increase the chances of success. Project mana

Joanne Idria Ben, MA

Jan 14 min read

Vendor Enablement Tools-Impacting Proposal Management

Proposal management teams face increasing pressure to deliver winning proposals quickly and accurately. One key challenge is managing the complex interactions with vendors and ensuring smooth collaboration throughout the process. Vendor enablement tools have emerged as valuable resources to support proposal teams by simplifying communication, enhancing data access and informing critical gatekeeping decisions. This post examines how these tools impact proposal management and p

Joanne Idria Ben, MA

Nov 30, 20253 min read

The RFP Process: 2025 Government Shutdown

As the 2025 government shutdown looms, businesses and organizations that depend on government contracts are facing significant uncertainty. The Request for Proposal (RFP) process is vital for securing these contracts; however, it can become challenging amid the turmoil of a shutdown. It is crucial for organizations to navigate this process effectively, ensuring they remain competitive and ready to seize opportunities, even in challenging times. The RFP process consists of sev

Joanne Idria Ben, MA

Nov 5, 20253 min read