[Interview] Fighting Fire with Innovation: Understanding the Procurement Process for New Products | USDA Forest Service

[Interview] Fighting Fire with Innovation: Understanding the Procurement Process for New Products | USDA Forest Service

Ben McGrane, Assistant Director for incident procurement operations, is an expert on all things procurement for firefighting. This written interview focuses on the procurement frameworks and challenges facing the agencies. Ben discusses the direction in which procurement is going and incorporating new technologies. Whether you are a veteran contractor or looking for guidance in a new market, this interview serves as a jumping-off point for new ways of thinking about procurement.