The article discusses concerns about the Trump Administration's procurement actions and highlights a new executive order signed by the president on April 15. This order will require federal agencies to prioritize procuring commercial software over custom solutions and aims to streamline the extensive Federal Acquisition Regulation. Emphasizing the need for collaboration and stakeholder involvement reminiscent of past successful reforms, the author expresses cautious optimism about the potential positive impact the order may have on federal procurement processes.
To succeed in transforming federal procurement, it is essential to learn from past initiatives like the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act, emphasizing collaboration and non-partisanship.
The recent executive order mandates agencies to procure commercial software instead of custom solutions, aiming to streamline the Federal Acquisition Regulation for more efficient procurement.
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