Auxo Insights

We are excited to share insights and expert perspectives on navigating the intricate world of government acquisition! Our greatest passion is growing the government business base by making the processes and nuances of the government market more transparent. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just stepping into this realm, our aim is to equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed to excel. Stay tuned for thought-provoking discussions, practical tips, and best practices that will empower you to navigate the complexities of government procurement with confidence and success.

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Navigating the UFR Process and Maximizing Fall Out Funding Opportunities k. austin delorme Jul 01, 2024

Fall out funding refers to unallocated government funds that become available towards the end of the fiscal year due to various reasons. These funds typically arise from underspending in different...

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Systems Engineering and How you can Apply It haley yeagley Jun 28, 2024

Systems engineering is a phrase seen more and more in government acquisitions. There are dedicated courses on how to apply systems engineering to various projects and how to effectively integrate...

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Contract Financing: When Cash Flow Isn't a Given Jun 27, 2024

Let's talk about cashflow. Or in GovCon speak, let’s talk about Contract Financing. Many small businesses assume that they will get paid during the performance of their government contract,...

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Navigating the Landscape of Consulting Services for Federal Market Success k. austin delorme Jun 24, 2024

Success in the federal market is often contingent on leveraging the right knowledge, talent, and relationships at the right time. Stacking your team for success isn't always an easy job. Consulting...

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Standing Out from your Competitors haley yeagley Jun 21, 2024

In almost every SBIR solicitation, there is a request for companies to explain who they believe their competitors are and how they believe they’re different from those competitors. This...

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Everything Requires Support haley yeagley Jun 14, 2024

A reoccurring conversation that I’ve had as an acquisitions professional revolves around the support required for a product, service, or program to be fielded. Whether it’s a...

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Trend Analysis leveraging Defense Contracting Data k. austin delorme Jun 13, 2024

Understanding market opportunities in the defense sector can be difficult. The budget can provide a macro-view of intended spending, but it’s hard to extrapolate down to specifics in a way...

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What’s the difference between SOW, SOO, and PWS? haley yeagley Jun 07, 2024

A lot of people use the terms Statement of Work (SOW), Statement of Objective (SOO), and Performance Work Statement (PWS) interchangeably, but they’re actually three different documents meant...

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Planning for and Managing Contract Changes Jun 05, 2024

 

  Don’t you love the feeling of hitting send on a proposal? It is so easy to believe that once the gold team has signed off and the final version is submitted, the hard part is...

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Don’t Mark Your Government Deliverables Proprietary haley yeagley May 31, 2024

This week’s blog will be short and to the point. If you submit one of your contractual USG deliverables marked “Proprietary” or “Company Confidential” you are in...

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Leveraging Budget Resources to Understand Defense Market Opportunities k. austin delorme May 28, 2024

Understanding government budget resources, particularly those related to defense and military spending, can provide valuable insights into market opportunities and the potential value of different...

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Mastering Customer Discovery in the Department of Defense (DoD) k. austin delorme May 20, 2024

Performing customer discovery within the Department of Defense (DoD) is a unique and complex process that requires understanding the intricate web of stakeholders and navigating the bureaucratic...

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