How Ethical Decision-Making Shapes Long-Term Procurement Success
Throughout my career in procurement, I have learned that successful procurement is about much more than price, schedules, and contracts. Every decision we make has consequences, and the way we make those decisions can have an impact long after a contract has been awarded. Ethical decision-making is one of the most important foundations of long-term […]
How Design-Build Delivery Models Are Changing Construction Procurement
Over the course of my career in procurement across large infrastructure programs, I’ve seen delivery models evolve in a meaningful way. One of the most significant changes has been the rise of design-build delivery. Working in environments like the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the Metro-North Railroad, I’ve seen firsthand how this model is reshaping how […]
Lessons from Transit Systems on Managing Multi-Billion Dollar Procurement Programs
Working in transit procurement quickly teaches you that scale is not just a number, it is a completely different way of thinking. When you are managing multi-billion dollar programs, especially in organizations like the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and Metro-North Railroad, every decision carries long-term consequences that go far beyond a single contract. In smaller environments, […]