A common problem with proposal teams is that it is so easy for authors to avoid communicating—particularly when one or more author is working virtually.
Three Reasons You Should Be Holding Formal Author Cross-Reading Sessions
By Ashley Kayes, CPP APMP on Mar 5, 2020
20 Laws of Winning Proposals
By Jim McCarthy on Sep 10, 2018
This time of year, the Government’s acquisition cycle is in full swing. Sometimes it helps to step back and consider what makes a difference between winning and losing government contracts.
How to Develop a Proposal Plan Part 5: Proposal Writing
By Ellen Perrine on Sep 6, 2018
This article is the fifth installment of our Proposal Plan series that discusses Proposal Writing.
How to Develop a Proposal Plan, Part 4: Proposal Logistics
By Ellen Perrine on Aug 24, 2018
This is the fourth article in our Proposal Plan series that discusses the proposal logistics.
How to Develop a Proposal Plan Part 3: Win Strategy
By Ellen Perrine on Aug 17, 2018
This is the third part of our Proposal Plan series, that discusses developing the Win Strategy.
How to Develop a Proposal Plan Part 1: Understanding the RFP Requirements
By Ellen Perrine on Jul 16, 2018
In government proposals, experienced Proposal Managers develop a Proposal Plan to guide them through the proposal effort.
How to Survive a Red Team Review and Learn From It
By Jim McCarthy on Jul 12, 2018
All of us have been there. If not, your day will eventually come. The Red Team Review members have done their pigeon-like thing. Now, your proposal writers are swimming in the after wash. How do you learn from it, keep moving, and improve your proposal?
How to Deliver The Perfect Proposal Basket to the Government
By Ellen Perrine on Mar 29, 2018
Spring never fails to remind me of the Easter Bunny and eggs!
7 Ways To Set Up a Winning Proposal Process On a Smaller Budget
By Raymond Thibodeaux on Jan 9, 2018
So much about developing proposals to win a government contract, is the scaffolding, the process.
How to Manage Proposal Color Reviews When You Lack Time
By Doug Brisson on Oct 4, 2017
The progressive, sequenced structure of color-coded proposal reviews works. That is, it works on major proposals where you have lead time of 30 days or more, especially if there is a draft RFP that can help you jump start the process, and you have access to the client’s resources and Subject Matter Experts.