Government contractors are under pressure, but optimism might be their sharpest tool
Government contractors are under pressure, but optimism might be their sharpest tool  
Podcast: The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton
Published On: Thu Sep 11 2025
Description: The 2025 GAUGE Report paints a picture of a federal contracting market rattled by budget volatility, shifting priorities, and political uncertainty. Resource management remains the top challenge, but firms with mature planning practices are finding ways to thrive. And yet, despite the chaos, 65% of contractors remain optimistic about future opportunities. Here to unpack the data is VP of GovCon Strategy at Unanet, Kim Koster.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.