The saga of austerity and government contracts in a budget-driven environment continues in 2013. Key challenges in the world of audit and compliance are huge concerns as well. Decisions associated with current and future scenarios highlight the need for prudent measures to help you better understand and get ahead of the concerns and issues relative to audit and compliance. To better prepare you for the potentially impactful challenges ahead, t...

On March 1, automatic sequestration cuts took effect for the U.S. federal government. The cuts are evenly split between domestic and defense programs, with half affecting defense discretionary spending (weapons purchases, base operations, construction work, etc.) and the rest affecting both mandatory (Social Security or Medicaid) and discretionary domestic spending. As federal, state and local governmental entities work to enact the budget cut...

Objectives »» Learn new skills using various online tools to assist in decision-making processes »» Gain an understanding of the limitations of public data sources Description Government leaders and decision-makers are pressured to make “evidence-based” decisions, but what does that mean? With seemingly endless sources of data available and limitless interpretations, how do we know which data sources to trus...

In today’s global economy, nations and development programs alike can make progress against their goals by engaging in collaborative, scalable, and mutually beneficial partnerships with the private sector. We’ll discuss: • Macroeconomic and political factors increasing the importance of public-private collaborations and creating shared value for all stakeholders involved. • Identification of private sector priorities and...

One of our most popular events, Annual Review provides everything you need to stay current in the ever-changing field of government contracts. Use this as a refresher on the developments in contracting over the past year and as an opportunity to network with others. Hear Jim Phillips and Barbara Kinosky’s predictions for 2013. Gain a solid understanding of recent events and changes in the contracting world—a great way to start the...

Professor Ralph C. Nash Jr. wrote the book on government contract changes. Here is an opportunity to spend two days with Professor Nash on this core course in Government Contracts and work through the most definitive and comprehensive coursebook in print on this subject. Course will include full coverage of the Changes Clause: What it really means What triggers it Determining its impact on profit Each party's rights Strategies for effective co...

Attend an upcoming National Contract Management Association (NCMA) National Education Seminar! Leadership: Building High-Performance Buying & Selling Teams This highly interactive one-day seminar offers buying and selling business professionals from both the public and private business sectors the opportunity to improve their leadership skills. "A subject that needs greater emphasis amongst the acquisition community. Great job!" James N. P...

Attend an upcoming National Contract Management Association (NCMA) National Education Seminar! 100 Worst Mistakes in Government Contracting This course examines 100 classic mistakes to avoid when doing business with the government. The course draws on every phase of the government contract life cycle. During this one day course, professionals will learn best practices and guiding principles as it pertains to: Solicitations Proposal preparation...

NCMA's 51st Annual Aerospace + Defense Contract Management Training Forum will be held in San Diego, California, March 14–15, 2013, at the Westin San Diego. Charting the Course for Contract Management Excellence! This year's event focuses on four core competencies: • Fiscal Responsibility & Accountability • Ethics & Compliance • Collaboration in Government & Industry • Developing a Quality Workforce Atten...

The 360 Government Contracting Workshop is a weeklong immersion into the basic elements of government contracting taught by leading experts in their field, and is designed for new professionals in both government and industry. This program combines detailed discussion on the foundational history of government contracts including formation and awarding of government contracts. It will also cover the major FAR principles that every government co...