This webinar will discuss the recently issued, long-awaited exemption under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) for defense trade between and among "authorized users" in Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Learning Objectives: In particular, the webinar will explore the nature and extent of newly authorized activity, , delineate the limitations on the use of the exemption, and touch upon possible use cases and next steps.

A CohnReznick Advisory and Contract Audit collaborative view of how to reduce compliance risk in U.S. Government reporting. We will look specifically at a selection of the Defense Contract Audit Agency's (DCAA) audit requirements and discretionary audits through the lens of identifying risk. DCAA's Audit Plans can provide valuable insights into many of the risk analytics that you can understand and perform to get a step ahead. We will share some of our most memorable findings, insights, and techniques from both the preparation and audit points of view. Learning Objectives:  Gain a basic understanding of the regulatory requirements.  Gain a in depth understanding of select DCAA Audit Plans and discretionary audit requirements.  Obtain a usable framework to guide internal risk assessment and analysis prior to U.S. Government reporting.

Artificial Intelligence ("AI") offers transformative potential when effectively tailored around, trained for, and applied to industry-specific challenges. Steve Karp, Chief Innovation Officer, and Jacob Borgeson, Senior Product Marketing Director at Unanet will lead us in conversation on how AI can drive significant efficiencies and improvements in key business areas specific to government contractors. The duo will lay out a framework to strategically harness AI in areas most suited to "move the needle" in its ability to enhance operations and manage associated risks. You will walk away with an understanding of the three primary AI "value pillars" - Automate, Answer, and Advice - to help adapt and thrive in this innovative environment.

This session will discuss the impact of estimating systems on the accounting and pricing functions. We will cover the Estimating System adequacy criteria contained in the DFARS business systems rule, material weaknesses and significant deficiencies, cost vs. price analysis, basis of estimate (BOE), and what DCAA looks for in the audit process. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Understand cost estimating system requirements and how they are implemented;  Identify where to locate specific DCAA audit programs which relate to estimating;  Maintain up-to-date information of the threshold for obtaining certified cost or pricing data;  Describe multiple forms of acceptable cost or pricing data and when certification is required;  List the basic Basis of Estimate (BOE) components and develop an estimating technique; and  Understand common estimating challenges.

Are you a government contractor looking to ensure compliance with federal regulations? Join our comprehensive webinar, "Navigating Cost Allowability for Government Contractors," designed specifically for professionals like you who need to understand the complexities of cost allowability. In this session, you'll learn:  What are Allowable Costs? Understand the distinction between allowable and unallowable costs according to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 30 and Part 31.  Compliance Essentials: Discover the general policies and procedures contractors can use to properly track costs, ensuring full compliance with federal standards.  Best Practices for Contractors: Learn actionable best practices that will help your organization avoid non-compliance issues and streamline your financial management processes. Failing to grasp the nuances of cost allowability can lead to complications and regulatory lapses. This webinar will provide you with the knowledge and tools needed to maintain compliance and effectively manage your costs. Join us to gain valuable insights and practical advice that will enhance your understanding of government procurement rules and make cost allowability a seamless aspect of your business operations. Reserve your spot today and stay ahead of the curve in government contracting!

This session will focus on the period from original submission, through the award of the contract (to you of course!), and into the start of the contract. Attendees will start with the best practices for documentation of subcontractor information post submission. They will also learn how to manage subs during any clarifications and/or final proposal revisions. The series will wrap up by covering how to convert teaming agreement workshare into subcontract workshare as well as dealing with changes to the overall scope of the contract from the proposal stage. Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, attendees will be able to:  Create audit files for all subcontractor information  Prepare effectively for clarifications and/or final proposal revisions with subcontractors  Convert teaming agreement workshare into subcontract agreement workshare  Address differences between the actual scope versus the proposed scope

This session will focus on how to respond to the RFP. Attendees will learn the cost/price compliance requirements for any FAR-covered contract. These requirements often surprise companies who have primarily worked with the government through subcontracts. The biggest takeaway might just be learning "because that's the way we've always done it" is not actually the right answer to compliance. Attendees will also learn the challenges facing a prime regarding communicating, requesting, and receiving pricing information from subcontractors. They will also learn industry tips for understanding the RFP requirements and asking questions regarding the RFP for clarification and/or changes. Finally, attendees will discover that subcontractor cost/price submission often contain discrepancies from RFP or prime instructions - but that there are ways to minimize this risk. Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, attendees will be able to:  Know the FAR, and supplemental FAR, requirements for all prime cost/price volumes  Identify RFP-specific requirements for prime cost/price volumes  Develop a repeatable pricing process for responding to proposals as a prime contractor  Learn best practices to optimize communicating, requesting, and receiving information from subcontractors  Ensure subcontractor submissions are compliant and complete, even if they are provided as a sealed package to the government

With today's ever-changing regulatory landscape affecting Government contractors, understanding and managing flowdowns presents significant challenges, with consequences that reach beyond subcontract compliance to every part of a contractor's business. From negotiating clauses with the Government, to identifying mandatory (versus non-mandatory/optional) FAR and agency flowdowns and negotiating them with subcontractors, to managing subcontractor implementation of flowdowns and monitoring, managing flowdowns can literally make or break a project. Accordingly, understanding flowdowns and applying best practices when applying them are of paramount importance to effective and successful subcontract management. This webinar with provide an overview of best-in-class approaches to developing and managing flowdowns. As a part of this session, Jeffery A. White, Stephen Hall, and Randy Shelby will introduce J.A. White & Associates, Inc.'s automated flowdown development platform and compare it against traditional approaches to developing flowdowns.

As a contractor, you may be subject to certain requirements related to your accounting system. This program will cover the Pre-Award Survey (Standard Form 1408) as well as the DFARS Accounting System Rule including Timekeeping, Labor Distribution and Billing. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Understand a pre-award accounting system survey and its purpose in the federal-award process;  Identify the objective of the accounting business system and its common criteria;  Apply the accounting system adequacy attributes to real-world examples;  Recognize which accounting subsystems are covered in the Defense Contract Audit Manual (DCAM); and  Be aware of potential issues when implementing new accounting systems.

This session focuses on the period starting with the identification of the opportunity through the release of the RFP by the government. This stage is critical because it establishes the opportunity, the team, and the capture strategy. For companies new to the role of prime, there is often a lack of awareness of the many actions that can be taken during this time to set up your team for success. In this session, we will introduce attendees to the concepts of shaping the RFP, establishing workshare for teammates, and gathering competitive intelligence. Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, attendees will be able to:  Learn how to help shape the RFP to maximize the value of your technical solution and your team  Understand the best practices for negotiating workshare on teaming agreements  Recognize how to gather competitive intelligence from your teaming partners