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

Mar 25, 2025
12-1 PM EDT

The FPS Federal GovCon Quarterly Brief - Q1 2025

Executive orders, new regulations, 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

May 7, 2025
1-2 PM EDT

DCAA Forward Pricing Rate Audits - Session 1 - DCAA Audits Series 2025

DCAA Audits Webinar Series - 2025

A Forward Pricing Rate Proposal (FPRP) is one of the main outputs of a contractor's annual budgeting and planning cycle, and thus receives a lot of audit attention. Even though this attention occurs regularly during the year in connection with contract pricing proposals, DCAA re-scrutinizes FPRPs as part of an overall estimating system audit. Join our experts for this one-hour webinar - part of a larger webinar series focused on government audits - to discuss common forward pricing rate audit challenges and findings, strategic risk mitigation options, and tactical tips and tricks to ensure a successful audit. Learning Objectives:  The purpose and intent of forward pricing rates, and the focus of government audits  Who performs these audits, with a primary focus on the Defense Contract Audit Agency  Recent areas of attention and common challenges contractors face during FPRP and proposal audits  How estimating business system audits intersect with and are impacted from FPRP audits  Strategies for managing and addressing audit requests  Key estimating process risk areas and how to mitigate them

CPE, CLE

Webinar Series

May 7-28, 2025

DCAA Audits Webinar Series - 2025

This webinar series explores DCAA audits both prior to contract award, as well as during and after contract performance. Presented from the point of view of a government contractor, our goal is to help you understand DCAA's audit objectives, techniques, and areas of audit emphasis

CPE, CLE

Live Webinars

May 14, 2025
1-2 PM EDT

DCAA Incurred Cost Proposal Audits - Session 2 - DCAA Audits Series 2025

DCAA Audits Webinar Series - 2025

This session provides guidance on what to expect before, during, and after a DCAA Incurred Cost Proposal (ICP) audit. Along with covering the typical ICP audit process, we explore the normal areas of focus for DCAA, expected DCAA data requests and their purpose, typical DCAA findings and potential responses to those findings, as well as some best practices to avoid common pitfalls during the audit process. Learning Objectives:  Brief overview of the ICP and its purpose  DCAA selection criteria for ICP audits  Understanding the difference between an adequacy review vs. a full audit  Common DCAA data requests to expect and the rationale behind them  Common DCAA findings  Tips on how to defend against findings, particularly questioned costs  Most common challenges contractors face during an ICP audit and tips on how to overcome them

CPE, CLE

Live Webinars

May 21, 2025
1-2 PM EDT

A Practical Guide to DCAA Accounting System Audits - Session 3 - DCAA Audits Series 2025

DCAA Audits Webinar Series - 2025

The session provides guidance on how to navigate a DCAA accounting system audit. The webinar takes a lifecycle approach. It begins with understanding the different accounting system and associated audit requirements, to supporting the audit process, through audit reporting and corrective action. This course emphasizes the practical realities of an accounting system audit by offering tips and tricks to get out in front of audit findings, managing auditor/auditee relationships, avoiding common pitfalls, and facilitating timely corrective action if adverse audit findings surface. Learning Objectives:  High-level overview of the accounting system requirements  Understanding and differentiation of accounting system audit types and associated approaches  Developing strong working relationships with DCAA  Common DCAA data requests to expect and the rationale behind them  Sensitive areas and common contractor pitfalls during accounting system audits  Tips and tricks to get in front of potential audit findings and facilitate timely corrective action

CPE, CLE

Live Webinars

May 28, 2025
1-2 PM EDT

DCAA Audits of CAS Cost Impact Proposals - Session 4 - DCAA Audits Series 2025

DCAA Audits Webinar Series - 2025

The session provides an overview of the cost impact process, with a specific focus on the parties involved in the review and audit, along with expectations from DCAA. We will discuss the factors that contribute to a cost accounting practice change and the requirements to submit a Cost Impact, including identifying the change, determining the impact population, calculating the impact and driving toward resolution. We will touch on many of the key deliverable expectations included in DCAA's Cost Impact Adequacy Tool and likely areas of emphasis during the audit. Learning Objectives:  Overview of the Cost Impact process, including parties involved  Characteristics of a Cost Accounting Practice Change  Understanding the difference between a General Dollar Magnitude and a Detailed Cost Impact  Common risk factors to think about that may be raised during a Cost Impact proposal audit  Overview of DCAA's Cost Impact Adequacy Tool

CPE, CLE

Live Webinars

Sep 11, 2025
12-2 PM EDT

CAS Overview and Applicability - Session 1 - CAS - Beyond Just the Standards Series 2025

CAS - Beyond Just the Standards Series - 2025

Many Federal contractors initially find Cost Accounting Standards to be difficult to understand and navigate. Our experts break down the requirements so each participant can understand:  What is CAS?  When does it apply?  What is a Disclosure Statement? This session will discuss modified vs. full CAS coverage and will also provide a high-level overview of the standards by grouping and the connection between CAS requirements and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Learning Objectives  What are the differences and requirements for Standard, Quick, and Early contract closeouts.  What are the eight steps for a Standard Closeout Contract Complete, Verification Forms, Reports, Resolution of Outstanding Issues Final Payment De-obligation of funds Completion Statements Past Performance File Disposal  What are the basic problems that are being experienced at every step.  How can those problems be addressed.  Why quick closeouts are popular in 2024 and the impact that that process is having on the backlogs

CPE, CLE

Webinar Series

Sep 11-25, 2025

CAS - Beyond Just the Standards Series - 2025

This 3-part webinar series will cover the overview and applicability, impact on your business segments and what is required if you want to make cost accounting practice changes. Additionally, we have included case studies to provide participants with hands on experience.

CPE, CLE