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Welcome to the NASPO Pulse Podcast, your source for exploring emerging public procurement issues. Join us as we engage in insightful conversations with procurement professionals, partners, and industry leaders.
Discover a diverse range of perspectives and opinions on various topics that are shaping the procurement landscape. Whether you're a state procurement official or interested in the field, this podcast provides essential insights to keep you informed. Tune in for the conversations that matter in the realm of procurement.
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Competitive Negotiations: A Playbook for High-Risk Public Procurements
With Delbert Singleton Jr. and Stacy Adams, we dive into South Carolina’s competitive negotiations model—a source selection method designed for high-stakes buys like ERP, digital services, and…
Legislative Prep for Procurement Success: North Dakota - Part 2
In part two of our discussion with Sherry Neas from North Dakota, we lay out a practical playbook that starts with a precise legislative summary, aligns interpretations with partners like risk…
S7E1 Legislative Prep for Procurement Success: North Dakota - Part 1
In part one of our discussion with Sherry Neas, Division Director of Shared Services for North Dakota’s OMB, we walk through a practical framework for pre-session preparation, stakeholder alignment,…
No Reds, No Regrets: Turning Procurement into a Friendly Race
What if you could cut overdue bids by more than half without buying a new e-procurement system? We sit down with Stacia Dawson and Michael Stroud from Missouri’s Division of Purchasing to unpack a…
S6 The Simmer Strategy: How Michigan Transformed Its Procurement Approach
Forget everything you thought you knew about government procurement transformation. Michigan's innovative approach proves that sustainable improvement isn't about massive overhauls—it's about…
S6E7 AI for Government: How Public Procurement Can Adopt It Without Getting Burned
The promise of AI in government is huge, but so are the stakes. We sit down with Dr. Cari Miller and Dr. Gisele Waters, co-founders of the AI Procurement Lab and leaders behind IEEE 3119, the first…
From Chaos to Category Management: How Oklahoma Rebuilt Procurement for Speed, Trust, and Compliance
The myth says procurement is the holdup. We put that belief under a bright light with Oklahoma’s Chief Procurement Officer, Amanda Otis, and trace exactly how a team moves from jungle to clarity—no…
Radios in Fish Tanks: Testing the Durability of Procurement Solutions
Modernization sits at the heart of Florida's procurement transformation. Jesse Marks, Florida's Chief Procurement Officer, shares her fascinating 18-year journey from part-time administrative…
Modern Needs, Modern Codes: South Carolina's Procurement Evolution
What happens when public procurement codes fail to keep pace with modern needs? Delbert Singleton and Stacy Adams from South Carolina's Division of Procurement Services reveal how their state…
From Freeways to Fire Retardant: California's Procurement Evolution
What happens when a state with the world's fourth-largest economy revolutionizes how it buys everything from office supplies to life-saving fire retardant? Angela Shell, California's Chief…
S6E1 Procurement Powers Everything: From Police Cars to School Lunches
What happens when procurement goes right? Most citizens never notice. Behind every police car, school lunch, government building, and public service lies the intricate, largely invisible work of…
S6E2 Continuous Improvement: In Service of Others
What happens when you combine theater, legal expertise, and a passion for public service? Gene Burk, Connecticut's Director of Procurement Programs and Services, brings his unique background to…
S5E10 Integrating Cybersecurity into IT Procurement: Insights from Montae Brockett
Prepare to expand your understanding of cybersecurity and IT procurement as we welcome Montae Brockett, the Deputy CIO and Chief Information Security Officer at Washington DC's Department of…
S5E9 Adapting to Market Changes in Fleet Procurement
Ever wondered how public procurement professionals manage to keep municipal fleets running smoothly despite numerous challenges? Get ready to uncover the answers in our latest NASPO Pulse episode.…
S5E8 Don't Touch My Stuff: Mastering State Procurement: Navigating Contracts, Cybersecurity, and Intellectual Property
Ready to master the art of state procurement contracts? Join Telice Gillom and our illustrious guest, Megan Smyth, NASPO's Director of Legal Education, as we unravel the complexities of negotiating…
S5E7 Transforming State Workforce and Procurement: Inside Indiana’s Strategies with Dr. Rebecca Holwerda
Ever wondered how state governments tackle workforce development and procurement challenges? Tune in as we chat with Dr. Rebecca Holwerda , Commissioner of the Indiana Department of Administration…
S5E6 BONUS: Procurement Contract Terms and Conditions: Who Pays for It
Ever wondered what happens to confidentiality clauses after a contract ends? Tune in to our latest NASPO Pulse episode as Telice Gillom and Megan Smyth, NASPO's Director of Legal Education, break…
S5E5 Procurement Contract Terms and Conditions: Who Pays for It
Curious about the building blocks of strong public procurement contracts? Join us as we uncover the core elements that make contracts legally binding with Megan Smyth, NASPO's Director of Legal…
S5E4 Future-Proofing Procurement with Emerging AI Technologies
Unlock the secrets of integrating cutting-edge AI into state procurement processes with insights from Amy Glasscock, Program Director of Innovation and Emerging Issues at NASCIO and Megan Smyth,…
S5E3 Unlocking the Secrets of Efficient Local and State Government Buying
Unlock the secrets of government procurement with our esteemed guest, Bob Gleason, Broward County's procurement director, as we navigate the delicate intricacies of state and local government…
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NASPO Pulse has published 66 episodes since April 2020, covering topics in Business, Education.
NASPO Pulse is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 28m.
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