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Actions identified by the workshop attendees include the following.
Federal officials should direct their field offices to give state DOTs full flexibility in using different contracting approaches designed to encourage more innovative technologies and practices. Infrastructure owners should establish and follow consistent goals and visions that encourage innovation when carrying out projects. The PAIR initiative should document and showcase innovative procurement approaches that encourage the use of innovative technologies and processes. Public policy at the highest level should be focused on supporting programs that encourage innovation. Allocate procurement risks among owners, contractors, designers, and other parties in accordance with the financial returns attributable to the risk taken.