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Engaging Entrepreneurs to Solve Urban Problems
April 7, 2016 /
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Too often, innovative ideas in the public sector never see the light of day due to regulations and oversight designed for a different era. While procurement regulations are intended to ensure accountability and minimize risk, the process leaves little room for experimentation or creative engagement with entrepreneurs. Philadelphia’s FastFWD initiative tackled these challenges directly by opening up new mechanisms for entrepreneurs to co-create solutions with the city.
by Stephen Goldsmith
Full Story: http://www.governing.com/blogs/bfc/col-philadelphia-fastfwd-entrepreneurs-streamlined-procurement.html
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