Acquisition Strategies in Legacy Modernization

Acquisition officials from the Department of Veterans Affairs and GSA break down some of the best practices for procuring modern technology in the face of a changing technological landscape.
Watch this GovFocus panel to learn:
- Acquisition challenges and best practices.
- Emerging technologies and change adoption.
- Tech acquisition priorities.
- Partnerships in technology innovation.
- Upcoming projects and agency goals.

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Larry Hale Deputy Assistant Commissioner for IT Category, GSA
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Michael Parrish Chief Acquisition Officer, VA
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