Live Webinars

Feb 26, 2025
12-1 PM EST

Artificial Intelligence Guidance and Policies Post E.O. 14110 - Session 2 - Introduction to AI and GovCon Series 2025

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Government Contracting Webinar Series - 2025

In this session, we will introduce students to guidance issued by Federal Agencies following Executive Order 14110 and considerations Federal Agencies are to consider when developing, procuring, and deploying Artificial Intelligence. We will examine cybersecurity and privacy considerations that permeate the procurement of Artificial Intelligence and areas of negotiation when procuring Artificial Intelligence. This session will also note potential further developments in the Federal Government's pursuit of Artificial Intelligence in following years. Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be able to:  Identify the unique issues resident in procuring Artificial Intelligence  Areas of negotiation the Federal Government should consider when purchasing Artificial Intelligence  Cybersecurity and privacy issues that are areas of particular concern for Federal Agencies

CPE, CLE

Webinar Series

Feb 26, 2025

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Government Contracting Webinar Series - 2025

This 2-part series will introduce Government contracts professionals to the many unique aspects Artificial Intelligence presents to Government contracting. The Government's drive to embrace Artificial Intelligence and leverage its capabilities have spawned a litany of policies and guidance to ensure its development, adoption, and deployment complies with existing laws and fosters trust with the American public. 

CPE, CLE

Live Webinars

Apr 3, 2025
11:00 AM-12:30 PM EDT

Exempt Employees and Compensated Absences - Session 1 - Govt Contracts Workforce Mgmt Challenges Series 2025

Government Contracts Workforce Management Challenges Webinar Series - 2025

The first session will preview the web series, establish the foundation and connectivity of the four topics, and dive into our first subject, unlimited PTO. As many organizations shift to unlimited PTO, we'll define what it is and the workforce implications. Next, we'll consider the unique challenges presented to Government contractors. In cost-based acquisition, compensation is governed by FAR Part 31 and, for some CAS 408, among other regulatory requirements. We'll look at the accounting, reporting, and documentation requirements that may impact both financial accounting and a contractor's cost accounting practices.

CPE, CLE

Webinar Series

Apr 3-24, 2025

Government Contracts Workforce Management Challenges Webinar Series - 2025

This 4-part web series explores some of the accounting and pricing implications of innovative workforce management approaches. Whether you have implemented workforce management strategies or are considering embracing alternative employee-related initiatives, Government contractors can't avoid the compliance impact on contract pricing and accounting.

CPE, CLE

Live Webinars

Apr 3, 2025
2:00-3:30 PM EDT

Government Contract Accounting and Pricing Foundation - Session 1 - Procurement University 2025

Procurement University - 2025

In this session, we will introduce the students to the federal marketplace, the acquisition process, and the regulatory environment that surrounds it all. We will examine the various procurement vehicles that contractors utilize to fulfill their obligations to the US Government. We will also guide students through contract pricing and cost allowability to protect the interests of both the contractor and the federal government as well as help the contractor recuperate the costs associated with each contract. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Have a basic understanding of the federal acquisition process;  Understand the regulatory environment that surrounds the federal marketplace;  Identify the various procurement methods and contract types;  Determine the allowability of contract costs; and  Recognize the principles of contract pricing and the techniques of determining a fair and reasonable price.

CPE, CLE

Webinar Series

Apr 03 - Dec 04, 2025

Procurement University - 2025

Join Federal Publications Seminars and Capital Edge Consulting for our ninth 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

Apr 10, 2025
11:00 AM-12:30 PM EDT

Remote Work and Return to Office Challenges - Session 2 - Govt Contracts Workforce Mgmt Challenges Series 2025

Government Contracts Workforce Management Challenges Webinar Series - 2025

Navigating the pandemic, most organizations know that remote workers supporting or allocating costs to Government contracts are subject to substantiation and oversight. Given labor costs are generally the most significant cost incurred under Government contracts we'll summarize the documentation, reporting, and auditor oversight requirements. Then, we'll tackle some of the return-to-office challenges such as: policy/plan updates, travel time compensation, unoccupied facilities, and other questions regarding flexible work and Government contract implications.

CPE, CLE

Live Webinars

Apr 17, 2025
11:00 AM-12:30 PM EDT

Facilities Management - Balancing Footprint and Occupancy - Session 3 - Govt Contracts Workforce Mgmt Challenges Series 2025

Government Contracts Workforce Management Challenges Webinar Series - 2025

Workforce flexibility impacts an organization's facility occupancy, management, and cost recovery. Given these changes in the workplace, contractors are seeing increased scrutiny on facilities management and utilization. Often, the scrutiny results in questioned costs in their final rate submissions under FAR 31.205-17- Idle facilities and idle capacity and FAR Part 31.201-3, reasonableness. Documentation is key to demonstrating mitigation strategies undertaken by the contractor and optimizing cost allowability. In this session, participants will become familiar with the requirements and common mitigation approaches to facility compliance with the contract cost principles.

CPE, CLE

Live Webinars

Apr 24, 2025
11:00 AM-12:30 PM EDT

Uncompensated Overtime - Opportunities and Pitfalls - Session 4 - Govt Contracts Workforce Mgmt Challenges Series 2025

Government Contracts Workforce Management Challenges Webinar Series - 2025

Our final session, we'll discuss "uncompensated overtime," sometimes called green time or competitive time. It is essential for Government contractors to understand the concept of uncompensated overtime. Uncompensated overtime may impact contract pricing, contract accounting, and contract reporting. Noncompliances with the requirements may lead to over/under absorption of cost, defective pricing allegations, and FAR and CAS non-compliances. Join us as we clarify the confusion surrounding uncompensated overtime. We will explain the terminology and circumstances in which it may occur. Next, we'll illustrate pricing and accounting implications with examples and explore strategies to ensure accurate cost calculations for accounting and pricing while avoiding potential compliance issues.

CPE, CLE

Live Webinars

May 1, 2025
2:00-3:30 PM EDT

Truthful Cost or Pricing Data - Session 2 - Procurement University 2025

Procurement University - 2025

A negotiated contract (or procurement) allows the government to select a contractor based on criteria other than solely a formal price competition. The FAR provides guidance for conducting these types of procurements and the contract types that can be used by both the federal government and its contractors (e.g. fixed price, incentive, or cost-reimbursement). In this session, learn how these types of contracts can be both a challenge and an opportunity for contractors and about the extra steps necessary to justify the proposed price. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Differentiate between cost and price analysis and understand the appropriate times to apply each method;  Define cost or pricing data, certified cost or pricing data, and data other than cost or pricing data;  Understand defective pricing and how to prevent it; and  Utilize the six-step process to develop a compliance process that fits the needs of your firm.

CPE, CLE