The New Medianet Law & Advisory: An Entertaining Debate on Public Procurement Law
Get ready, folks! We’ve got a knee-slapping, brain-bending discourse on public procurement law, tucked neatly between “I-can’t-believe-they-just-said-that” and “Is-this-a-legal-conference-or-a-stand-up-show?”
First up, let’s meet our esteemed guests—almost as prestigious as a Nobel prize in comedy! We’ve got Bernhard Gily, the mastermind behind medianet, who’s clearly got the charisma of a used car salesman—if the cars were all SUVs made of legalese. Then, we have Martin Slate, a tender expert from Slate Lawyers GmbH, renowned in Austria for making public procurement sound like a thrilling rollercoaster ride instead of a bureaucratic nightmare. And, of course, the strategic wizard himself, Alexander Oswald, who manages to combine marketing with enough legal jargon to make your head spin.
Now, let’s dive into the burning questions of the day: Are public tenders as transparent as a freshly cleaned window, or do they resemble more of a foggy-glass bathroom door? You see, one could wonder if regulations are as clear as mud, especially with new standards crawling in like they own the place. Speculations include AI Acts and supply chain laws, all while our dear creative folks are still asking why they have to submit tenders using something that looks suspiciously like a bad Tinder profile swipe!
In a stunning twist, Slate and Oswald reveal that creativity and procurement law should ideally share a cozy little house—not on opposite sides of the street while throwing tennis rackets for good measure. “Creativity, procurement law, and sustainability go hand in hand,” they insist, as if they’re about to kick off an eco-conscious boy band. And just like a bad date, they echo a truth we all know too well: “Employers and employees rarely speak the same language.” It’s like trying to order a latte in the middle of a rugby match—complete chaos!
But fear not, my tender-loving readers! Amongst the chaff, these two knights in shining legal armor aim to help smaller agencies navigate the legal rapids of public tenders. Oswald warns, “Fear of legal uncertainty is always bad advice.” And just like that, thousands of creatives collectively gasp! If only fearing the dentist had such a solution, right?
The duo goes on to intertwine ethics, sustainability, and the “best bidder” principle into a delightful cocktail that, let’s face it, is probably better mixed than most of our attempts post-9 p.m. They preach urgency with gusto, claiming, “Anyone who doesn’t move now will soon no longer exist.” Speak for yourself, Martin! If I don’t move after a whole day of watching legal debates, I might just turn into a very cranky piece of furniture!
In this wildly entertaining discussion, we skim across the waters of procurement law and creative business, reminding ourselves that, much like lawn darts at a family BBQ, you need to know when to throw and when to duck! The Federal Procurement Act may well be the hottest tennis racket at this gala, not making anyone squeal on *who* bought it! And as for the “Purchasing Gruffalo,” well, let’s just say it awkwardly covers up the fact that very few of us ever came prepared.
So, join us for this tête-à-tête as we uncover the current landscape of procurement law, shedding light on its surprising depths—all wrapped up in humor, wit, and perhaps just a dash of irreverence, because what’s life without a little cheekiness?
Premiere of the new medianet.tv format medianet law & advisory: A thrilling debut featuring distinguished guests including medianet publishing director Bernhard Gily. The lineup showcases Martin Slate, a seasoned legal expert and partner at Slate Lawyers GmbH, a leading public procurement law firm in Austria, along with Alexander Oswald, a strategic advisor and respected president of Futura Comm GmbH, who also plays a pivotal role as the head of the Austrian Marketing Company (ÖMG) and contributes his expertise as an educator.
The topics: The conversation will delve into pressing issues such as whether current public tenders and award processes display sufficient transparency. Participants will explore the implications of new regulations, enhanced environmental and social standards, supply chain laws, and the ramifications of the AI Act on procurement practices. A critical question raised is why the process for awarding contracts from public institutions to creative professionals remains stagnant, often likened to a Black box; participants will examine how agencies can navigate the stringent tender criteria to unlock creative freedom.
“Creativity, procurement law and sustainability go hand in hand on this playing field,” affirm the two specialists. They emphasize that understanding the rules of the game prior to the initial phases of planning, referred to as Planning level zero – is crucial. According to Martin Slate, “the employers and employees rarely speak the same language,” highlighting the vital Interpreting function provided by Slate in collaboration with Alexander Oswald. This dynamic is particularly beneficial for smaller agencies that may be deterred by the complexities of public tenders: “Fear of legal uncertainty is always bad advice,” insists Oswald.
Increasingly important ethical considerations and core values are vital components in discussions led by Slate and Oswald, focusing on sustainability, the best bidder principle, and comprehensive life cycle costs. Martin Slate passionately warns, “Anyone who doesn’t move now will soon no longer exist.”
Find out in this discussion where we are headed in the interplay of Procurement law & creative business; a striking analogy compares the Federal Procurement Act to a tennis racket—an insightful exploration that unpacks the notion of “Purchasing Gruffalo,” which previously concealed a lack of preparation.
