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July 24, 2019 by Jenn Woods

Does Arizona Need IT Centers of Excellence to Speed Up Modernization?

You may have heard some chatter about Centers of Excellence (COE) in the IT space, and wondered what exactly they are and whether they’re a viable option for the government.

Today’s world revolves around digital customer experiences – ordering pizza, controlling your thermostat, depositing checks, making appointments and more all can be handled from the convenience of...

June 20, 2019 by Jenn Woods

The Hidden Procurement Evaluation Factor - Politics

If you’ve been left baffled by a recent procurement issue or wondering why a bid you were sure you’d win never went through, politics could be the culprit.

What if I told you that politics are at play in the government? Don’t laugh - I know that’s obvious. But did you also realize that politics can impact procurement opportunities, too? If you’ve...

June 13, 2019 by Jenn Woods

FY20 Budget: Key Takeaways, and What They Mean to You

It’s the time of year in which the state budget takes center stage. The FY20 budget, which has now been approved by the legislature and Governor Doug Ducey, was mostly to be expected. But, there were...

As you probably know, it’s the time of year in which the state budget takes center stage. The FY20 budget, which has now been approved by the legislature and Governor Doug Ducey, was mostly to be...

May 26, 2019 by Jenn Woods

Our Top 5 AZ Tech Bills: Furthering Progress & Entrepreneurial Opportunities

We always have our eyes on disruptive technology - and related legislation - at Traversant Group. But last week was especially exciting in terms of startups, tech bills and the future of Arizona.

Last week was a lively week at the State Capitol for technology. These bills are especially important because of how they support radically rethinking existing business models. From PropTech...

April 18, 2019 by Jenn Woods

How Do We Bring Startup-Driven Innovation to Arizona?

In a perfect world, startups and government agencies could create innovative new ways to connect to constituents. The government could more rapidly adopt emerging technologies and business practices...

The issue today that we’re digging into is all about how government can convince startups that the public sector is worth their time. Last week’s blog talked about all of the reasons that startups...

April 9, 2019 by Jenn Woods

What Keeps IT Startups From Working With Arizona Government

Move over Colorado, Utah and California. If you have tracked what’s happening in Arizona, then you know it is poised to be one of the most innovative states in the country. So, why can’t government...

If you’re familiar with the Arizona startup scene, it’ll come as no surprise that it’s booming. And with all the success, you might think startups would be perfectly poised to win government...

Author: Jenn Woods