Government Innovation Needs More Than Faster Contracting: What the OECD’s Study of 128 Incubators and Accelerators Shows
An OECD study of 128 government incubators and accelerators shows why public-sector innovation requires more than faster procurement. Effective programs connect experimentation to strategic purpose, ecosystem participation, institutional support, measurable performance, and public value. For contractors, the challenge is moving from promising technology to scalable government capability.
The Innovation Dilemma in Federal Contracting
Federal contracting often stifles innovation due to rigid requirements, cost-focused bidding, and risk-averse processes. Explore the systemic challenges contractors face in fostering creativity while adhering to government mandates, and why collaboration between the public and private sectors is key to unlocking innovation in federal contracts.