Jonathan B Mostowski

Agile Acquisitions & Alcohol

Business EN ↓ 87 episodes

Understanding Federal Government acquisitions can be complicated and overwhelming. With almost two decades of experience as a pioneer in Agile Acquisitions in the Federal Government I provide my lessons learned in short, easy to understand, breakdowns of topics that are critical to buying and selling in this unique market.

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Jonathan B Mostowski

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Business

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Latest episode

Jan 31, 2025

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Episodes

Requirement Documents 08.10.2020

In this episode I explain the difference between a SOO, SOW, & PWS

Agile Program Management 08.10.2020

In this episode I provide 6 unique characteristics of agile program management

Acquisition Timeline 08.10.2020

In this episode I breakdown the acquisition timeline to answer the age old question, "why does it take so long?"

Agile Methodology 08.10.2020

In this episode it is back to the fundamentals, where I breakdown 6 key factors to the Agile Development Methodology.

Healthy Habits 08.10.2020

In this episode I talk about how just one thing a day can make a difference; keep innovating keep pushing!

Little “i” in Innovation 08.10.2020

In this episode I discuss the importance of small wins in culture change and how, in some ways they may be more important the big wins.

Earned Value Management 08.10.2020

In this episode I discuss the use of EVM in Agile

Hack The Planet 08.10.2020

In this episode I dig deep into real hacks in making acquisitions work. Grab a drink, this gets real.

End of Fiscal Year 08.10.2020

In this episode I respond to a follower’s request to discuss the end of fiscal year and how agencies and industry can respond to use the remaining budgets affectively.

Acquisitions, Protests, & Transitions 08.10.2020

Responding to a viewers request to discuss the acquisition cycle and risks associated with it

Civic Actions 07.10.2020

Interview with Civic Actions Co-Founder Aaron Pava

GAO & OTA’s 07.10.2020

In this episode I discuss the implications of the recent GAO ruling on Other Transactions.  #agileacquisitions #themoreyouknow #government contracting #agileacquisitionsandalcohol

FAR Breakdown 22.09.2020

In this episode I take a coffee break, and breakdown rule number two of Innovation: Knowing the Rules” as I talk about the key sections of the Federal Acquisition Regulations. Check out myFAR.io on your computer or mobile device to review the sections in more details or to ask questions.  #agileacquisitions #themoreyouknow

Standing Out 22.09.2020

In this episode I respond to a viewer’s question on how a company can stand out when proposing their unique agile development process.   #agileacquisitionsandalcohol #themoreyouknow #agileacquisitions

Request for Information 22.09.2020

In this episode I unpack the ever present RFI; where does it come from and what is really required.   #themoreyouknow #agileacquisitions #agileacquisitionsandalcohol #myfar.io

What is Agile Acquisitions? 22.09.2020

In this episode I discuss the difference between agile development and agile acquisitions and provide some key FAR citations to help industry and agencies be more agile.   #themoreyouknow #agileacquisitionsandalcohol #myFAR.io #agileacquisitions

myFAR; Making the FAR Functional 22.09.2020

In this episode I provide an introductory overview of the new myFAR tool, which makes using the FAR easier and accessible.  #themoreyouknow #agileacquisitions

Streamlining Acquisitions 22.09.2020

In this episode I discuss getting acquisitions in shape for end of fiscal year. Find tips for making your acquisition more efficient by taking advantage of down-selection and self-scoring.   #themoreyouknow #agileacquisitions #agileacquisitionsandalcohol

Agile is Change 22.09.2020

In this video I discuss how agile accommodates change and contract types to support it.

Federal Acquisition Regulations 22.09.2020

In this video I discuss the importance of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and announce the launch of myFAR.io  Check out myFAR.io to learn more If you want to contribute to the videos visit patreon.com/agileacq  #agileacquisitionsandalcohol #themoreyouknow #myFAR

Code Challenges 22.09.2020

In this episode I discuss how to successfully execute Code Challenges as part of a source selection. You can support these videos by making a contribution at https://www.patreon.com/agileacq #themoreyouknow #agileacquisitionsandalcohol

Accessing the Federal Government 22.09.2020

In this episode I discuss what to do and more importantly what  to do when trying to sell to the Federal Government.

Gratuitous Software 22.09.2020

In this episode I discuss the use of free trial software by the federal government and the implications; when and why is it OK for the government to use “gratuitous software” #AgileAcquisitionsAndAlcohol #TheMoreYouKnow

Government Shutdown 22.09.2020

In this episode I discuss the implications of the looming government shut down  #themoreyouknow #agileacquisitionsandalcohol

Contracting Jujitsu 22.09.2020

An introductory comparison between the first three foundational principles of Small Circle Jujitsu and the art of contracting

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