Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday business operations. From hiring software to financial risk tools to healthcare diagnostics, AI is shaping decisions that affect real people. That’s why AI accountability is quickly becoming one of the most important compliance topics in the U.S. today. Regulators Focus on Fairness, Transparency, and Security Regulators are paying…
A Historic Speech Sparks Fallout President Donald Trump ended trade talks with Canada after Ontario aired a bold ad. The ad featured Ronald Reagan’s 1987 speech against tariffs. It was shown on U.S. television and challenged Trump’s protectionist policies. “Tariffs hurt the American economy and its workers,” Reagan had said. That line now fuels a…
In federal contracting, past performance is often treated as a routine form. Contractors list completed projects, add a few dates, and move on. But this section holds more weight than most realize. It’s a reflection of your credibility. A well-crafted past performance narrative does more than prove you’ve done the work. It shows how you…
Behind every successful government project is a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). He is quietly ensuring that performance aligns with expectations, regulations, and taxpayer value. This blog explores the pivotal role of CORs. This blog will provide valuable insights for vendors, consultants, and agencies navigating the federal landscape. Who Is the COR? The Contracting Officer’s Representative…
The federal contracting process can sometimes feel like trying to run a marathon in a swamp. You’re bogged down by forms, clauses, and systems that seem to have been designed in a pre-Wi-Fi era. Every step — from finding the right solicitation to submitting your bid — can feel painfully slow. Yet, amid the red…
In the world of federal contracting, your reputation is your resume. No matter how shiny your proposal looks, past performance in government contracting is what really makes or breaks your chances of winning. Think of it this way: the government doesn’t want to take risks. They want partners, not experiments. When agencies see that you’ve…
The rare-earth alliance between the United States and Australia is entering a powerful new phase. Both nations recently pledged a $2 billion investment to expand critical mineral production and processing. This step is designed to reduce dependence on China, which currently controls nearly 90% of the global rare-earth market. By building new mines and refining…
The recent shift in global industrial geopolitics centres on the Hanwha Ocean case, as China announced sweeping shipbuilding sanctions on five U.S.-linked subsidiaries of this South Korean shipbuilder. According to the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China, these subsidiaries aided a U.S. trade investigation that China sees as a threat to its…
In today’s connected world, data is gold — and protecting it has never been more critical. That’s why cybersecurity compliance is taking centre stage across the U.S. industry. From large corporations to small contractors, everyone is under pressure to meet tougher data protection standards and defend against rising cyber threats. Rising Cyber Threats and Stronger…
Strategic Collaboration for Scalable AI Infrastructure OpenAI has entered a partnership with Broadcom to develop custom AI chips. This initiative aims to address the growing energy demands of advanced models like ChatGPT and Sora 2. The chips will be designed as application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs), optimized for AI workloads. “We’re investing in custom silicon to…