Procurement, the foundation of public trust. So March is Procurement Month, which is a time where we recognize the essential role that procurement professionals play in making government operate effectively, fairly, and transparently. While procurement may not always make headlines, it serves as the backbone for public service, guiding how tax dollars are spent in a way that reinforces trust in our government institutions. Trust that tax dollars go for our common purpose is a foundation of government. When procurement's done well, it demonstrates fairness, promotes competition, and ensures that resources go where they're needed most. Public procurement today operates in a landscape of constant change. Economic pressures, evolving regulations, and shifting leadership priorities create complexity that procurement professionals must navigate with care. This role's never been more critical. Procurement professionals are problem solvers, risk managers, and stewards of public funds. This function goes far beyond transactions and purchasing compliance. From infrastructure projects to social services, from emergency response to innovation initiatives, procurement is the thread that connects the public need to real world solutions. The work of procurement professionals is felt in every well-run program, every efficiently delivered service, and in every instance where government earns and retains the trust of the people it serves. So to all my fellow procurement professionals, know that your work matters and keep making it happen. Happy Procurement Month!