Good work by
@DeptVetAffairs

VA was previously paying ~$380,000/month for minor website modifications. That contract has not been renewed and the same work is now being executed by 1 internal VA software engineer spending ~10 hours/week.

In a significant move towards fiscal responsibility, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has successfully cut costs associated with website modifications. Previously burdened by a hefty contract costing approximately $380,000 per month for minor updates, the VA has opted not to renew this expensive arrangement. Instead, the same tasks are now being efficiently managed by an internal software engineer, dedicating just 10 hours a week to the project. This transition not only streamlines operations but also exemplifies a growing trend within government agencies to leverage internal resources for cost-effective solutions. The decision is garnering attention as a model for other departments seeking to optimize spending while maintaining essential services for veterans.

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