Welcome to the 2024 DC Federal Government Contracting Forum, held within the 2024 DC Government Contracting Weeklong Conference.
9:00 a.m.
Opening Keynote
Session 1: Regulatory Update and Insights for Contractors
John Hindman, Director, RSM US LLP
RSM’s government contract subject matter experts will provide an update on recent regulatory updates and trends affecting government contractors. The discussion will cover topics such as government contract pricing, accounting, CMMC, commercial item contracting, and other recent regulatory changes and the implications contractors should be aware of.
10:00 a.m.
Session 2: DCAA Audits: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Lenee Lyte - Principal, CPA, MBA, Withum
What to expect during an audit, the increase in system audits, the benefits of having a system reviewed by DCAA or a third-party CPA firm, and the consequences of not having an acceptable system. We will also discuss how to leverage outsourced accounting providers to implement the policies and procedures for an acceptable system.
11:00 a.m.
Break
11:15 a.m.
Session 3: Leveraging Automation in Subcontract Compliance
Jeff White, President & CEO, J.A. White & Associates, Inc.
Randy Shelby, VP of Customer Success, J.A. White & Associates
From managing flowdowns, to completing unrelated forms, to collecting subcontract compliance-related documentation across the enterprise, all high-performance organizations are evaluating the application and use of automated processes with its subcontract compliance processes. Whether it’s the use of AI, smart spreadsheets, self-developed applications, or 3rd party solutions, like CPSR ProDocs, our industry is implementing subcontract compliance solutions at an unprecedented rate. While Procurement Organizations are concerned about compliance with laws, regulations, and prime contracts requirements, their senior leadership are often focused on driving cost efficiencies across the enterprise. So, how can an organization not only streamline but also automate the subcontract compliance process?
This session will explore how high—performance organizations utilize tools such as JA White’s CPSR ProDocs and other solutions to automate tasks associated with identifying required flowdowns, processing of procurement compliance related forms, templates, models, checklists, and related tools with game-changing results. During this session, attendees will be able to experience a demonstration of this compliance platform while witnessing, in real time, the power and accuracy of procurement compliance automation.
12:15 p.m.
Networking Lunch and Keynote
Things Government Contractors Need to Be Considering in Planning for 2025
Michael Greenman, Senior Manager, Cloud Solutions, Deltek
In this 60-minute educational session, Deltek’s Michael Greenman will discuss best practices for securing CUI data and meeting CMMC compliance requirements, and also how to leverage AI technology to simplify tasks, lower costs and scale your capabilities.
Topics will include:
- Preparing for CMMC certification: what you need to know right now
- Getting the latest updates on the CMMC rulemaking process and program rollout
- Exploring the benefits of AI and how to implement it responsibly and securely
- Understanding the OMB Policy for smarter risk management in federal agencies
2:00 p.m.
Session 5: Something Old Something New: Keys to Maintaing a Compliant Accounting System
Robert Craig, Principal, Sikich
The Accounting System is the backbone of any ERP System as the data collected feeds many of the other key Business Systems. Whether you are new to Government Contracting or a seasoned professional, understanding the requirements of an adequate Accounting System is critical to maintaining compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations and the Cost Accounting Standards. In this session, we will focus on key elements of the Accounting System including good account structure, sound internal controls, proper Time Keeping and appropriate indirect rate structures.
3:00 p.m.
Session 6: Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement Through Software Adoption
Kyle Peterson VP of Account Strategy & Customer Successes, VisibleThread
This session focuses on how users can foster an environment where software tools are regularly used, optimized and adding value rather than collecting dust on a shelf.
3:40 p.m.
Closing Remarks
Michael Greenman, Senior Manager, Cloud Solutions, Deltek
Michael is going to discuss the importance of cyber compliance and the latest on the implementation of CMMC to the defense industrial base.
4:10 p.m.
Adjournment
NOTE: On-Demand Virtual Course sessions are not eligible for CLE/CPE credits.
