This process is not always straightforward, and there are many aspects that are generally not public information, yet this process directly and significantly affects managers of the organizations involved and the suppliers of services and materials to the government. To go directly to the process outline, click. Each step of the process is linked to a practical explanation of how the step affects line managers and their suppliers. As appropriate, operating component managers' strategies to deal with the process are explained. If you are interested in the operations of Federal agencies, you can gain insights from using this site.
Resources are crucial for the operation of any organization.
In the Federal government, resources are obtained through the budget process. The budget process is the equivalent of the stock market for Federal agencies. Knowing how it works is essential to understanding what is happening and why it is happening. Contractors and grantees can gain insights on what their clients face in getting resources to fund their services and to identify money in a Federal agency. Federal employees can better understand the process for obtaining money and managing performance for programs.