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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Open Topic SBIR Proposal Tips: Six Things k. austin delorme Apr 15, 2024

Direct to Phase II season is coming up, and will be quickly followed up by the TACFI/STRATFI rush. Below are some tips to help sharpen your proposal. 

1. FOLLOW THE SOLICITATION

The...

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"Unfunded" does not mean "Unsolved" k. austin delorme Apr 08, 2024

I’ve had an alarming number of conversations with folks looking at unfunded requirements (UFR) lists in order to find problem sets they can get after with their technology. 

I believe...

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How to get into the POM….And why you probably don’t need to. k. austin delorme Apr 02, 2024

“How do I get someone to palm for our tech?”  A question that I and my colleagues have all received more than once! (Rest assured - if you’ve been corrected for this mistake,...

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The Golden Ticket to TACFI/STRATFI Success k. austin delorme Mar 25, 2024

I separated from active duty after we ran the first STRATFI program. We hadn’t yet built the robust process that the AFVentures office has refined today. With that, I can’t say for...

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Big R, Little r, what begins with "R"? k. austin delorme Mar 18, 2024

“I’m sorry I don’t have a requirement”

That’s a phrase you may have heard if you’ve had some experience in the defense market.  Other federal agencies may...

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Identifying Stakeholders k. austin delorme Mar 11, 2024

In Government Customer Breakdown: Who should you REALLY be talking to?, we broke down government customers into four general roles: the User, the Funder, the Buyer, and the Requirer.  The...

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Government Customer Breakdown: Who should you REALLY be talking to? k. austin delorme Mar 04, 2024

You’ve made your product or you’ve got your idea. Maybe you’re feeling ready to sell! Maybe you’re priming an MVP for the first launch. Perhaps you’re in the early...

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