On-Demand Webinars

Nov 20, 2024

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.

On-Demand Webinars

Nov 19, 2024

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

On-Demand Webinars

Nov 13, 2024

The AUKUS Exemption Under ITAR - Exploring the New Authorization for Defense Trade with Australia and UK

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.

On-Demand Webinars

Nov 13, 2024

Risk Analytics in Government Reporting

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.

On-Demand Webinars

Nov 12, 2024

Government Contractors and Artificial Intelligence - Safely Harness and Thrive With AI

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.

On-Demand Webinars

Oct 31, 2024

REAs, Claims and Disputes - Session 4 - Introduction to Government Contracts Series 2024

Introduction to Government Contracts Webinar Series - 2024

In this session, we will identify what to do when things go "wrong" during performance of a Government contract. We will discuss the circumstances under which a request for an equitable adjustment (REA) to the contract should be made, and what to do if the request is not granted. We will outline the dispute resolution process, with particular focus on how to make a proper claim to a Government Contracting Officer, and what obligations the contractor and Government have during that process. Finally, we will cover the appeals process, including a discussion of the unique fora available for disputes arising from Government contracts. Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be able to:  Identify when a change to the contract should be the subject of an REA, and will know how to correctly prepare such requests.  Understand the contract disputes resolution process.  Evaluate the pros and cons of pursuing a claim through the appeals process.

On-Demand Webinars

Oct 24, 2024

Performance of Government Contracts - Session 3 - Introduction to Government Contracts Series 2024

Introduction to Government Contracts Webinar Series - 2024

In this session, we will identify several issues Government contractors will encounter in everyday performance of Government contracts. We will discuss performance management, focusing on topics such as evolving cyber requirements and requirements surrounding the integrity of the supply chain. We will also provide an introduction to the myriad compliance obligations and socioeconomic programs that are as much a part of Government contracts as the underlying supply or service that is the subject of the procurement. We will also discuss subcontract management from the perspective of both prime and subcontractors. Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be able to:  Identify effective strategies for meeting all performance obligations under Government contracts.  Implement and follow compliance programs to meet the multitude of requirements in the contract beyond producing deliverables.  Address subcontracting issues both as a prime contractor managing a subcontractor, and a subcontractor managing a relationship with a prime.

On-Demand Webinars

Oct 17, 2024

Procurement Process - Session 2 - Introduction to Government Contracts Series 2024

Introduction to Government Contracts Webinar Series - 2024

In this session, we will discuss the Government procurement process in a nutshell, as well as the Procurement Integrity Act and consequences for violations. In this session, we will also walk through how to identify agency solicitation and evaluation errors, and when protests may be appropriate. Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be able to:  Understand the difference between negotiated procurements and sealed bidding, as well as the different evaluation schemes employed by the Government.  Analyze Government procurement postings to identify whether a pre-award protest may be appropriate, and determine whether Government errors in the procurement process give rise to grounds for post-award protests.  Understand with the protest process and the pros and cons of pursuing protests before the awarding agency, Government Accountability Office (GAO), and the Court of Federal Claims (COFC).

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Oct 16, 2024

Post Submission - Session 3 - First Time as a Prime Series 2024

First Time as a Prime Webinar Series - 2024

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

On-Demand Webinars

Oct 10, 2024

Introduction to Government Contracts and Associated Regulations - Session 1 - Introduction to Government Contracts Series 2024

Introduction to Government Contracts Webinar Series - 2024

In this session, we will introduce students to the specialized contracting procedures that apply to contracts with the U.S. Government. We will examine the uniform contract format and discuss the purpose of each section, as well as identify the sections that are most likely to give rise to disputes. We will also introduce students to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and its agency-specific counterparts, with particular focus on the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be able to:  Identify the unique features of Government contracts  Know where to find information about proposal preparation; identify important contract provisions; and identify critical compliance obligations in Government contracts  Navigate the parts of the FAR, and know where to find corresponding agency-level regulations.