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The official publication of NIGP: The Institute for Public Procurement<br />
www.govpro.com APRIL/MAY 2018<br />
Earning a Seat<br />
at the Table<br />
As procurement matures,<br />
the profession is fnding its voice<br />
PLUS:<br />
Helping State CIOs<br />
Negotiating Energy<br />
Supply Agreements<br />
Language Matters:<br />
Scope Versus Statement<br />
The Textbook<br />
Purchasing Gauntlet<br />
Blockchain<br />
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