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TICONDEROGA, N.Y., June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Why does an air conditioner sometimes struggle to keep a home cool in summer? A HelloNation article explains how poor airflow, dirty air filters, aging ductwork, low refrigerant levels, and inadequate insulation can lead to uneven cooling in older homes, featuring insights from Nate Charboneau of Champlain Valley Heating and Plumbing, LLC, in Ticonderoga, New York.

The article explains that poor airflow is one of the most common reasons certain rooms stay warmer than others during summer. An HVAC system depends on steady airflow to distribute cooled air evenly throughout the house. When airflow becomes restricted, cooled air may not fully reach every room, creating uneven cooling and making some areas feel humid or uncomfortable.

According to the article, dirty air filters are often responsible for reduced airflow. Air filters collect dust, dirt, and pet hair before those particles enter the HVAC system. Over time, dirty air filters can become clogged and force the system to work harder while reducing overall cooling performance. The article notes that many homeowners overlook this issue because the air conditioner may continue operating normally even as comfort gradually declines.

The article also discusses how aging ductwork can contribute to cooling problems in older homes. Ducts move cooled air from the HVAC system into living areas, but leaks, cracks, or loose connections may allow air to escape before it reaches each room. Aging ductwork can also include damaged insulation or outdated designs that reduce efficiency and increase cooling challenges during extreme summer temperatures.

Low refrigerant levels are another issue highlighted in the article. Refrigerant helps remove heat from indoor air so the HVAC system can cool the home effectively. When low refrigerant levels develop, the air conditioner may run constantly without lowering indoor temperatures properly. The article explains that low refrigerant levels often indicate a leak or another system problem that should be inspected by a professional.

Inadequate insulation is another factor that may affect indoor comfort. The article explains that insulation helps slow the transfer of outdoor heat into the home. When inadequate insulation is present in attics, walls, or crawl spaces, heat enters more easily and places additional strain on the HVAC system. Rooms exposed to direct sunlight or located on upper floors may become especially difficult to cool during the afternoon.

Windows and doors may also contribute to uneven cooling. Older windows sometimes allow cooled air to escape while warm outdoor air enters the home. Small gaps around windows and doors can gradually increase indoor temperatures and make the HVAC system work harder throughout the day.

Humidity is another concern discussed in the article. High indoor humidity often makes rooms feel warmer than the thermostat setting suggests. Poor airflow, dirty air filters, aging ductwork, and inadequate insulation may all contribute to indoor humidity problems that reduce overall comfort during summer.

The article notes that the age and condition of the HVAC system can also affect performance. Older systems may lose efficiency over time and struggle to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures during periods of extreme heat. As systems work harder to compensate for airflow or insulation issues, utility bills may continue increasing while indoor comfort declines.

The article encourages homeowners to watch for early warning signs that cooling problems may be developing. Weak airflow from vents, rising energy costs, rooms that stay warmer than others, and constant system operation may all point to underlying HVAC system concerns. Identifying these issues early may help improve comfort and reduce unnecessary strain on important equipment.

Why Some Homes Struggle to Stay Cool in Summer features insights from Nate Charboneau, HVAC Expert of Ticonderoga, New York, in HelloNation.

About HelloNation

HelloNation is America’s Good News Network, a premier media platform built on the idea that good news travels faster when real people tell real stories. Through its community-focused digital publications and innovative “edvertising” approach, HelloNation delivers expert-driven, good-news content that informs, inspires, and spotlights the leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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ALL SEVEN 2026 IFL PLAYOFF GAMES TO AIR NATIONALLY ON YAHOO SPORTS NETWORK FOR THE FIRST TIME

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Every postseason matchup to stream free nationwide across Yahoo’s expansive connected TV and digital platforms

SIOUX FALLS, S.D., July 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Indoor Football League (IFL) announced today that allseven games of the 2026 IFL Playoffs, including the 2026 IFL National Championship, will stream live for free on Yahoo Sports Network, giving fans across the country unprecedented access to every moment of the league’s championship chase.

Every playoff game will receive broad promotion across Yahoo Sports, one of the world’s largest digital sports ecosystems, further expanding the IFL’s reach as the league continues its record-setting growth in 2026. Yahoo Sports Network is powered by C15 Studio, responsible for the channel’s end-to-end management, distribution and monetization across the leading FAST platforms

“Our vision has always been to make the IFL as accessible as possible to fans everywhere,” said Jared Widman, President of the IFL Business Division. “Yahoo Sports Network gives us exactly that. Whether you’re watching on your television, your phone, your tablet or your computer, every playoff game is free and just a few clicks away. Combined with Yahoo’s promotional reach, this gives our teams, players and partners an incredible national stage.”

The announcement comes on the heels of a historic regular season in which the IFL surpassed 4.5 million total streams and generated more than 30.6 million minutes watched on Yahoo Sports Network through June 30. This marks a 5X increase in hours viewed and an 18X increase in total streams for the league’s live game broadcasts year over year. In addition, 26 IFL broadcasts attracted audiences of more than 50,000, including seven that exceeded 200,000, highlighted by the league-record 454,134 live viewers for the May 16 matchup between the Jacksonville Sharks and Fishers Freight.

Fans can watch every 2026 IFL Playoff game free on Yahoo Sports Network via leading FAST services, including Amazon Fire TV, Fubo, LG Channels, Plex

Prime Video, Roku, Samsung TV Plus, Google TV Freeplay, Xfinity and VIDAA. Fans can also watch the games live via yahoosports.tv on the web and in the Yahoo Sports app.

“This is one of the most significant media announcements in league history,” said Eric Van Beek, Chief Operating Officer of the Indoor Football League. “Every postseason game, including the 2026 IFL National Championship, will be available free on Yahoo Sports Network, giving our teams and players the largest possible stage while making it easier than ever for fans to follow the road to the championship. When you combine Yahoo’s unmatched accessibility with the strength of its marketing platform, it’s a tremendous opportunity to continue growing the Indoor Football League on a national level.”

From the opening round through the 2026 IFL National Championship on Sunday, Aug.16, at the Tucson Convention Center, every game will be available nationwide without a subscription, making it easier than ever for fans to follow the race for the United Bowl.

Get tickets and information regarding the IFL National Championship at www.IFLNationalChampionship.com.

About the Indoor Football League (IFL)

Led by Commissioner Todd Tryon, the Indoor Football League (IFL) is in its 18th season in 2026 as the premier professional indoor football league in the United States. The league includes the Arizona Rattlers, Green Bay Blizzard, Fishers Freight, Iowa Barnstormers, Jacksonville Sharks, New Mexico Chupacabras, Orlando Pirates, Northern Arizona Wranglers, Quad City Steamwheelers, San Antonio Gunslingers, San Diego Strike Force, Tulsa Oilers, Tucson Sugar Skulls, Vegas Knight Hawks (2025 IFL National Champions).

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Sanmina Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2026 Financial Results

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SAN JOSE, Calif., July 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sanmina Corporation (“Sanmina” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SANM), a leading integrated manufacturing solutions company, today reported financial results for the third quarter ended June 27, 2026 and outlook for its fourth fiscal quarter ending October 3, 2026.

Third Quarter Fiscal 2026 Financial Highlights

Revenue: $3.46 billionGAAP operating margin: 6.4%GAAP diluted EPS: $2.12Non-GAAP(1) operating margin: 8.0%Non-GAAP(1) diluted EPS: $3.31

Additional Highlights

Cash flow from operations: $124 millionFree cash flow(2): $24 million Ending cash and cash equivalents: $1.84 billion

(1)

See Schedule 1 below for information regarding the items excluded from and our use of non-GAAP financial measures. A reconciliation of the non-GAAP financial information contained in this release to their most directly comparable GAAP measures is included in the financial statements furnished with this release.

(2)

Free cash flow is defined as net cash provided by operating activity adjusted for net purchases of property and equipment. See Condensed Consolidated Cash Flow Statement included in the financial statements furnished with this release.

“We delivered another great quarter. Revenue was at the high end of our outlook, while non-GAAP operating margin and non-GAAP diluted EPS exceeded our outlook,” stated Jure Sola, Chairman and CEO of Sanmina Corporation.

“During the quarter, we secured more customer orders in both core Sanmina and ZT Systems, expanded our capabilities, increased capacity and made progress in achieving additional synergies through vertical integration. We have established a strong foundation and continue to make strategic investments to support future growth. As momentum builds across our business, we see strong demand for fiscal 2027, with growth ramping throughout the year and into fiscal 2028.”

Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2026 Outlook

Revenue:

$3.3 billion – $3.6 billion

Non-GAAP operating margin(3):

7.5% – 8.0%

Non-GAAP diluted EPS(3):

$3.05 – $3.35

Fiscal 2026 Outlook

Prior

Updated

Revenue:

$13.7 billion – $14.3 billion

$14.0 billion – $14.3 billion

Non-GAAP operating margin(3):

6.3% – 6.6%

6.85% – 7.25%

Non-GAAP diluted EPS(3):

$10.75 – $11.35

$11.90 – $12.20

(3)

This is a forward-looking non-GAAP financial measure that cannot be reconciled to its equivalent GAAP financial measure without unreasonable effort. 

Safe Harbor Statement
The statements above relating to anticipated demand during fiscal 2027 and into fiscal 2028, and our financial outlook for the fourth quarter fiscal 2026 and fiscal year 2026, constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Actual results could differ materially from those projected in these statements as a result of a number of factors, including the risk that the integration of and expected benefits from the ZT Systems acquisition may not be realized or may take longer to realize than anticipated; adverse changes in the key markets we target, in particular the cloud and AI infrastructure sectors; the impact of recent or future changes in tariffs and trade policy, which may adversely affect our costs, supply chain, and customer demand; our reliance on a limited number of customers for a substantial portion of our sales; risks arising from our international operations and expansion into new geographic markets; geopolitical uncertainty, including relating to the conflict in the Middle East, and the other risk factors set forth in the Company’s annual and quarterly reports filed with the Securities Exchange Commission.

The Company is under no obligation to (and expressly disclaims any such obligation to) update or alter any of the forward-looking statements made in this earnings release, the conference call or the Investor Relations section of our website whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless otherwise required by law.

Company Conference Call Information
Sanmina will hold a conference call to review its financial results for the third quarter and outlook for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026 on Monday, July 27, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET (2:00 p.m. PT). The access numbers are: domestic 800-836-8184 and international 646-357-8785. The conference call will also be webcast live over the Internet. You can log on to the live webcast at Q3’26 Earnings. Additional information in the form of a slide presentation is available on Sanmina’s website at www.sanmina.com.  A replay of the conference call will be available for 48-hours. The access numbers are: domestic 888-660-6345 and international 646-517-4150, access code is 70899#.

About Sanmina
Sanmina Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the industrial and energy, medical, defense and aerospace, automotive and transportation, communications networks, and cloud and AI infrastructure markets. Sanmina has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world. More information about the Company is available at www.sanmina.com

Sanmina Contact
Paige Melching
SVP, Investor Communications
408-964-3610

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Sanmina Corporation

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

(in thousands)

(GAAP)

(Unaudited)

June 27,
2026

September 27,
2025

ASSETS

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$     1,844,942

$        926,267

Accounts receivable, net

1,986,682

1,400,129

Contract assets

522,364

425,944

Inventories

3,152,247

1,988,462

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

322,179

124,656

Total current assets

7,828,414

4,865,458

Property, plant and equipment, net

1,051,414

682,354

Deferred income tax assets

320,224

171,218

Goodwill

121,889

30,386

Other assets

417,793

108,757

Total assets

$     9,739,734

$     5,858,173

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable

$     2,452,745

$     1,578,895

Accrued liabilities

366,525

179,605

Deferred revenue and customer advances

1,149,752

878,474

Accrued payroll and related benefits

212,858

167,541

Short-term debt, including current portion of long-term debt

215,000

17,500

Total current liabilities

4,396,880

2,822,015

Long-term liabilities:

Long-term debt

1,957,310

282,974

Other liabilities

625,919

214,021

Total long-term liabilities

2,583,229

496,995

Stockholders’ equity

2,759,625

2,539,163

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

$     9,739,734

$     5,858,173

 

Sanmina Corporation

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income

(in thousands, except per share amounts)

(GAAP)

(Unaudited)

Three Months Ended

Nine Months Ended

June 27,
2026

June 28,
2025

June 27,
2026

June 28,
2025

Net sales

$   3,464,016

$   2,041,562

$  10,666,980

$   6,031,990

Cost of sales

3,100,711

1,860,512

9,707,522

5,506,790

Gross profit

363,305

181,050

959,458

525,200

Operating expenses:

Selling, general and administrative

109,331

69,542

337,766

216,700

Research and development

8,267

8,078

24,916

22,418

Acquisition, integration and others

21,075

7,080

137,022

7,080

Amortization of intangibles

1,831

4,883

Restructuring

1,576

473

3,040

2,899

Total operating expenses

142,080

85,173

507,627

249,097

Operating income

221,225

95,877

451,831

276,103

Interest income

9,800

4,200

26,291

11,319

Interest expense

(32,464)

(4,981)

(89,324)

(14,961)

Other income (expense), net

(6,809)

(3,686)

(4,326)

(6,370)

Interest and other, net

(29,473)

(4,467)

(67,359)

(10,012)

Income before income taxes

191,752

91,410

384,472

266,091

Provision for income taxes

66,444

18,522

109,594

51,804

Net income before noncontrolling interest

125,308

72,888

274,878

214,287

     Less: Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest

8,179

4,272

14,817

16,460

Net income attributable to common shareholders

$      117,129

$        68,616

$       260,061

$      197,827

Net income attributable to common shareholders per share:

Basic

$            2.17

$            1.28

$             4.81

$            3.66

Diluted

$            2.12

$            1.26

$             4.71

$            3.58

Weighted-average shares used in computing per share amounts:

Basic

53,861

53,614

54,118

54,074

Diluted

55,133

54,493

55,254

55,285

 

Sanmina Corporation

Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Measures

(in thousands, except per share amounts)

(Unaudited)

Three Months Ended

June 27,
2026

March 28,
2026

June 28,
2025

GAAP Operating income

$     221,225

$     157,008

$      95,877

GAAP Operating margin

6.4 %

3.9 %

4.7 %

Adjustments:

Stock compensation expense (1)

24,817

24,066

16,081

Amortization of intangible assets (2)

2,431

2,332

Acquisition, integration and others (3)

21,075

72,584

7,080

Legal (4)

4,650

Restructuring and other

1,576

794

(3,335)

Non-GAAP Operating income

$     275,774

$     256,784

$     115,703

Non-GAAP Operating margin

8.0 %

6.0 %

5.7 %

GAAP Net income attributable to common shareholders

$     117,129

$       93,646

$      68,616

Adjustments:

Operating income adjustments (see above)

54,549

99,776

19,826

Adjustments for taxes (5)

11,025

(19,497)

(4,849)

Non-GAAP Net income attributable to common shareholders

$     182,703

$     173,925

$      83,593

GAAP Net income attributable to common shareholders per share:

Basic

$           2.17

$           1.72

$          1.28

Diluted

$           2.12

$           1.70

$          1.26

Non-GAAP Net income attributable to common shareholders per share:

Basic

$           3.39

$           3.20

$          1.56

Diluted

$           3.31

$           3.16

$          1.53

Weighted-average shares used in computing per share amounts:

Basic

53,861

54,331

53,614

Diluted

55,133

55,108

54,493

(1)

Stock compensation expense

Cost of sales

$         6,542

$         5,535

$        4,956

Selling, general and administrative

17,922

18,127

10,811

Research and development

353

404

314

Total

$       24,817

$       24,066

$      16,081

(2)

Relates to amortization of intangible assets acquired from the ZT acquisition.

(3)

Q3’26 and Q2’26 results include a $13M and $59M fair value adjustment to contingent consideration, respectively, alongside certain
employee compensation and professional services related to the ZT acquisition.

(4)

Represents expense recorded in connection with the settlement in principle of a legal matter.

(5)

Adjustments for taxes include the tax effects of the various adjustments we exclude from our non-GAAP measures, and adjustments
related to deferred tax and discrete tax items.

 

Sanmina Corporation

Condensed Consolidated Cash Flow

(in thousands)

(GAAP)

(Unaudited)

Three Months Ended

Nine Months Ended

June 27,
2026

June 28,
2025

June 27,
2026

June 28,
2025

Net income before noncontrolling interest

$       125,308

$       72,888

$      274,878

$      214,287

Depreciation and intangibles amortization

48,201

29,760

134,817

89,813

Amortization of inventory fair value adjustment

49,000

Deferred income taxes

8,579

2,456

54,976

6,990

Change in fair value of contingent consideration

13,000

72,000

Other, net

26,606

11,380

72,638

41,921

Net change in net working capital

(97,203)

84,298

43,668

68,567

Cash provided by operating activities

124,491

200,782

701,977

421,578

Purchases of investments

(60)

(14,700)

Proceeds from sales of investments

8,710

49,309

Net purchases of property, plant and equipment

(100,806)

(32,604)

(244,196)

(80,172)

Cash paid for business acquisition, net of cash acquired and working
capital settlement received

242,781

(1,114,152)

Cash provided by (used in) investing activities

141,975

(32,664)

(1,349,638)

(45,563)

Proceeds from long-term debt

2,200,000

Repayment of borrowings

(4,375)

(301,875)

(13,125)

Repurchases of common stock

(13,491)

(239,244)

(113,944)

Payments for tax withholding on stock-based compensation

(3,527)

(892)

(59,602)

(38,547)

Debt issuance costs

(638)

(29,341)

Cash provided by (used in) financing activities

(4,165)

(18,758)

1,569,938

(165,616)

Effect of exchange rate changes

(866)

1,640

(1,278)

1,461

Net change in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash equivalents

$       261,435

$      151,000

$      920,999

$      211,860

Free cash flow:

Cash provided by operating activities

$       124,491

$      200,782

$      701,977

$      421,578

Net purchases of property, plant and equipment

(100,806)

(32,604)

(244,196)

(80,172)

$         23,685

$      168,178

$      457,781

$      341,406

Schedule 1

The statements above and financial information provided in this earnings release include non-GAAP measures of operating income, operating margin, net income and earnings per share. Management excludes from these measures stock-based compensation, restructuring, acquisition and integration expenses, impairment charges, amortization charges and other unusual or infrequent items, as adjusted for taxes, as more fully described below.

Management excludes these items principally because such charges or benefits are not directly related to the Company’s ongoing core business operations. We use such non-GAAP measures in order to (1) make more meaningful period-to-period comparisons of the Company’s operations, both internally and externally, (2) guide management in assessing the performance of the business, internally allocating resources and making decisions in furtherance of Company’s strategic plan, (3) provide investors with a better understanding of how management plans and measures the business and (4) provide investors with a better understanding of our ongoing, core business. The material limitations to management’s approach include the fact that the charges, benefits and expenses excluded are nonetheless charges, benefits and expenses required to be recognized under GAAP and, in some cases, consume cash which reduces the Company’s liquidity. Management compensates for these limitations primarily by reviewing GAAP results to obtain a complete picture of the Company’s performance and by including a reconciliation of non-GAAP results to GAAP results in its earnings releases.

Additional information regarding the economic substance of each exclusion, management’s use of the resultant non-GAAP measures, the material limitations of management’s approach and management’s methods for compensating for such limitations is provided below.

Stock-based Compensation Expense, which consists of non-cash charges for the estimated fair value of equity awards granted to employees and directors, is excluded in order to permit more meaningful period-to-period comparisons of the Company’s results since the Company grants different amounts and value of equity awards each quarter. In addition, given the fact that competitors grant different amounts and types of equity awards and may use different valuation assumptions, excluding stock-based compensation permits more accurate comparisons of the Company’s core results with those of its competitors.

Restructuring, Acquisition, Integration and Other Expenses, which consist of employee severance, lease termination costs, exit costs, environmental investigation, remediation and related employee costs and other charges primarily related to closing and consolidating manufacturing facilities, and those associated with the acquisition, integration and other expenses of acquired businesses including fair value adjustments related to contingent consideration liability, are excluded because such charges (1) can be driven by the timing of acquisitions and exit activities which are difficult to predict, (2) are not directly related to ongoing business results and (3) generally do not reflect expected future operating expenses. In addition, given the fact that the Company’s competitors complete acquisitions and adopt restructuring plans at different times and in different amounts than the Company, excluding these charges or benefits permits more accurate comparisons of the Company’s core results with those of its competitors. Items excluded by the Company may be different from those excluded by the Company’s competitors and restructuring and integration expenses include both cash and non-cash expenses. Cash expenses reduce the Company’s liquidity. Therefore, management also reviews GAAP results including these amounts.

Impairment Charges for Goodwill and Other Assets, which consist of non-cash charges, are excluded because such charges are non-recurring and do not reduce the Company’s liquidity. In addition, given the fact that the Company’s competitors may record impairment charges at different times, excluding these charges permits more accurate comparisons of the Company’s core results with those of its competitors.

Amortization Charges, which consist of non-cash charges impacted by the timing and magnitude of acquisitions of businesses or assets, are also excluded because such charges do not reduce the Company’s liquidity. In addition, such charges can be driven by the timing of acquisitions, which is difficult to predict. Excluding these charges permits more accurate comparisons of the Company’s core results with those of its competitors because the Company’s competitors complete acquisitions at different times and for different amounts than the Company.

Other Unusual or Infrequent Items, such as charges or benefits associated with distressed customers, expenses, charges and recoveries relating to certain legal matters, and gains and losses on sales of assets, are excluded because such items are typically non-recurring, difficult to predict or not directly related to the Company’s ongoing or core operations and are therefore not considered by management in assessing the current operating performance of the Company and forecasting earnings trends. However, items excluded by the Company may be different from those excluded by the Company’s competitors. In addition, these items include both cash and non-cash expenses. Cash expenses reduce the Company’s liquidity. Management compensates for these limitations by reviewing GAAP results including these amounts.

Adjustments for Taxes, which consist of the tax effects of the various adjustments that we exclude from our non-GAAP measures and adjustments related to deferred tax and discrete tax items. Including these adjustments permits more accurate comparisons of the Company’s core results with those of its competitors. We determine the tax adjustments based upon the various applicable effective tax rates. In those jurisdictions in which we do not expect to realize a tax cost or benefit (due to a history of operating losses or other factors), a reduced tax rate is applied.

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NCMA Announces Booz Allen Hamilton’s Adoption of the Commerce & Contract Management Institute Contract Management Standard®

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RESTON, Va., July 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — National Contract Management Association (NCMA) today announced that Booz Allen Hamilton is among 40 companies to officially adopt the Contract Management Standard® (CMS™) and Contract Management Body of Knowledge (CMBOK™). As one of the first major technology providers to integrate NCMA’s industry-leading framework, Booz Allen is reinforcing its commitment to excellence in contract management across civil, defense, and national security priorities.

NCMA serves a global community of professionals across government and industry, setting the benchmark for excellence in contract management through education, certification, and standards. At the core of this work is the CMS, the world’s first and only contract management standard approved by the American National Standards Institute. The CMS establishes a common framework and language for the entire contract lifecycle, from pre-award planning through post-award execution, while the CMBOK provides the detailed practices, competencies, and guidance professionals need to apply the standard effectively.

With over 110 years of mission expertise, Booz Allen combines deep expertise in AI and cybersecurity with leading-edge technology and engineering practices to advance the nation’s most critical priorities. The adoption of the CMS and CMBOK further reinforces Booz Allen’s leadership in government contracting and acquisition, strengthening its contract management capabilities and advancing industry best practices. By aligning to these standards, Booz Allen speaks a common language between government and industry, enabling streamlined processes and enhanced risk management, empowering its customers to navigate complex challenges with greater efficiency, confidence, and mission impact.

Executive Director Tim Cummins of the Commerce & Contract Management Institute expressed enthusiasm with the firm’s decision, stating, “Booz Allen’s adoption of the Contract Management Standard demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing the profession. By aligning to a common framework, they are not only strengthening their internal capabilities but also contributing to greater consistency and excellence across the broader contract management community.”

“Booz Allen develops technology at full speed, and we firmly support innovative standards like the Commerce & Contract Management Institute’s CMS and CMBOK,” said Linda Asher, Senior Vice President and Booz Allen’s Head of Contracts, Procurement and Pricing. “Adopting these standards further galvanizes Booz Allen’s leadership in acquisition reform driving efficiencies that help us accelerate delivery of advanced technology products, such as our Vellox Agentic Cyber Suite, to meet emerging mission requirements.”

When organizations operate from a shared standard, contract management becomes more transparent, efficient, and scalable. Booz Allen’s decision to adopt the Commerce & Contract Management Institute’s Contract Management Standard reinforces its role as a forward-thinking advanced technology company, ensuring it remains at the forefront of best practices in an evolving global landscape.

For more information on becoming a Contract Management Standard and Contract Management Body of Knowledge adopter, please visit: https://ccm.institute/cms/adopting.

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