Live Webinars

Nov 19, 2024
1:30-2:30 PM EST

2024 GAUGE Report - Balancing Efficiencies and Compliance with AI Insights

Join the authors of the GAUGE Report for the final 2024 results, based on the GAUGE Survey, where 1,255 contributors provided answers in five main areas of contracting: government contract compliance, accounting, utilization, growth, and efficiencies. The webinar presenters will share new data on improving company compliance and efficiencies, including cash flow, project management, labor resources, indirect rates, and, most of all, applying AI insights to accelerate businesses' profitability. Designed for GovCon executives, accounting and finance departments, HR managers, IT managers, and operations, this webinar will also cover:  Current market dynamics and key organizational issues, opportunities, and challenges  Business and project management outlook, performance, and operations metrics  Compliance and audit experiences, costs, and key metrics  Noteworthy trends and actionable steps for addressing industry issues, with a focus on AI enablement  AI Maturity Model: Six steps to kick start your AI strategy, data usage & confidence, tools, and integration

Live Webinars

Nov 20, 2024
11:00 AM-12:30 PM EST

Internal Controls in Government Reporting

A CohnReznick Advisory and Contract Audit collaborative view of how to build and manage internal controls around DFARS Business Systems and Government Reporting. This will take a "not quite deep" dive into how internal controls can be leveraged for more than compliance within your organization. Learning Objectives:  Gain a basic understanding of the DFARS regulatory requirements.  Gain a basic understanding of internal control framework.  Obtain a usable framework and understanding of how to build and manage your internal controls through the regulatory requirements to strengthen your organization.

CPE, CLE

Live Webinars

Dec 5, 2024
2:00-3:30 PM EST

DCAA/DCMA Reviews and Audits - Session 9 - Procurement University 2024

Procurement University - 2024

This session will provide an overview of the reviews and audits conducted by the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA). Learn about the types of audits, how to address the audit process, and how to deal with audit positions and written findings. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Be able to describe the similarities and differences between a review and an audit;  Understand what areas DCAA is responsible for auditing and DCMA is responsible for reviewing;  Understand the current DCMA and DCAA initiatives and how they impact the contracting industry;  Recognize potential challenges and corresponding mitigation strategies for auditees; and  Understand current auditor expectations and challenges.

CPE, CLE

Webinar Series

Dec 5, 2024

Procurement University - 2024

Join Federal Publications Seminars and Capital Edge Consulting for our eighth year of Procurement University--a comprehensive 9-part series of online classes covering the critical elements of accounting and pricing of Federal Government contracts.

CPE, CLE

Live Webinars

Dec 10, 2024
12-1 PM EST

Post-Election Update - What to Expect from the Incoming Administration in Government Contracts

The legislative and regulatory priorities change from one President to another, sometimes dramatically. The government contract area is highly regulated and these changes can have significant impacts on contractors. This update will forecast what contractors should expect from the incoming Administration in the next 4 years. Learning Objectives:  Emerging Legislative Priorities  Early look at impact on contractors

CPE, CLE

Live Webinars

Dec 11, 2024
11 AM-12 PM EST

The FPS Federal GovCon Quarterly Brief - Q4 2024

New regulations, executive orders, class deviations, statutes, protests, and litigation all ensure that the compliance landscape for government contracts is always evolving at a breakneck pace. These changes can be difficult to track, but Federal Publication Seminars' Quarterly Update gathers the most significant changes and distills them for government contracting professionals. That usually (but not always) includes updates to:  Cybersecurity requirements  Changes to labor regulations and enforcement  Domestic preferences; and  Small business regulations Each session will be jammed packed with the latest information and is a valuable tool in staying up to date in an ever-changing environment.

CPE, CLE

Live Webinars

Dec 17, 2024
11 AM-12 PM EST

The Importance of FedRAMP for Defense Contractors

Join us for an informational webinar on the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) and its crucial role in cybersecurity and safeguarding protected data for defense contractors. This session will delve into the requirements of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and the importance of thoroughly vetting your cloud service providers to ensure compliance. Gain a strong understanding of how FedRAMP and CMMC intersect, the steps necessary to meet these stringent cybersecurity standards, and best practices for maintaining robust data protection within your organization. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn more about cybersecurity compliance for government contractors and ensure your business stays ahead of all the coming changes. Here's What You'll Learn During this Webinar:  Why FedRAMP is important to defense contractors and how it affects your business with the federal government  Why cloud service providers need to demonstrate FedRAMP Moderate or High security for CMMC compliance  The latest updates on cybersecurity compliance requirements for government contractors

CPE, CLE

Live Webinars

Jan 9, 2025
11:00 AM-12:30 PM EST

The Benchmark - Session 1 - A CASB Disclosure Statement Primer Series 2024

Full Disclosure: A CASB Disclosure Statement Primer Webinar Series - 2025

A contractor's Disclosure Statement is its benchmark for conducting business with Uncle Sam. We'll kick off this web series with an overview of the CASB Disclosure Statement. Specifically, we'll discuss the applicability and trigger requirements for CAS and the Disclosure Statement. Next, we'll discuss the Disclosure Statement and define the cost accounting practices described within it. The first session will preview the web series and establish the foundation for the following 3 sessions, where we delve into greater detail and provide perspective on some of the most often raised compliance challenges.

CPE, CLE

Webinar Series

Jan 9-30, 2025

Full Disclosure: A CASB Disclosure Statement Primer Webinar Series - 2025

This 4-part Disclosure Statement webinar series is a practical guide to explaining the requirements, process, and common challenges encountered by contractors and oversight officials alike. Understanding the compliance requirements is essential to facilitate compliance in CAS-covered contracts.

CPE, CLE

Live Webinars

Jan 16, 2025
11:00 AM-12:30 PM EST

Documenting Cost Accounting Practices - Session 2 - A CASB Disclosure Statement Primer Series 2024

Full Disclosure: A CASB Disclosure Statement Primer Webinar Series - 2025

Completing the benchmark which we call the Disclosure Statement involves a multidisciplinary team comprised of functional areas that may include Accounting/Finance, Human Resources, Treasury, Program, and Pricing members. In this session, we walk through the Disclosure Statement -- Specifically, the cover sheet, eight parts of the Disclosure Statement, and the continuation sheet. We'll describe the resources supporting each section and the requirements.

CPE, CLE