The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), under a delegation of authority from the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), administers nine Federal Supply Schedules. These schedules cover pharmaceuticals, medical, surgical, and dental supplies and equipment, patient mobility devices, allied healthcare professional staffing in Federal healthcare facilities, cost-per-test clinical laboratory analyzer, x-ray supplies, and in-vitro diagnostics,...

The cyber security industry needs skilled practitioners! Whether you are a veteran in the field or you are just starting your career, it is imperative to continually develop and sharpen your skill set to stay ahead of the adversaries seeking to harm your environment. SANS training goes beyond theory, incorporating real-world examples and practical techniques you can apply directly to your work. At SANS Sonoma 2019 (January 14-19), get the trai...

Since the passage of the Pendleton Act of 1883, it has been a fundamental value of civil service to draw from all segments of society, and the first woman to be appointed to the U.S. Civil Service was Treasury Department employee Mary Hoyt in September of 1883. Now over a century later, diversity of experience and perspective in government continue to flourish. Women in the public sector have played pivotal roles in moving toward a more open,...

This webinar goes beyond the basics! Join experts Barbara Kinosky and David Warner for an informative, interactive and very witty advanced 90-minute webinar covering complex issues in the Service Contract Labor Standards (formerly SCA.) Learn about conformances, retroactive application of the act, equitable adjustments, DOL investigations, and price adjustments. Understand current audit focus issues and how to make it right if you got it wrong...

As more citizens access government services online and via mobile devices, the need for effective and accessible digital forms increases. According to the President’s Management Agenda, there are more than 23,000 different forms inside the federal government that lead to 11.4 billion hours of paperwork annually and result in a poor user experience. This webinar will provide an overview of how digital forms, designed for accessibility for...

Thinking of Becoming a GSA Schedule Holder? This is a concise, fact-packed webinar of GSA’s massive ($40 billion per FY) Federal Supply Schedules (FSS) program (also known as the Multiple Award Schedule or MAS program). It is designed for members of industry (individuals or companies) who are seeking – or considering seeking – a GSA Schedule contract, and need a basic understanding of the program to make informed business dec...

The Financial Systems Summit (FSS) unites government leaders and industry experts to discuss how to improve government services through systems modernization in a budget-constrained environment. Sessions will highlight CIO/CFO priorities, agile, shared services, cybersecurity and emerging technologies.

Seminar Information So now that you have learned the Incoterms basics, you want to take this class to learn which term is the best fit for your company and how to maximize your profit! A level II class on the application of Incoterms® Rules in purchases and sales. Course will review the strategy and tactics of negotiating the minimization of landed cost and the maximization of profit from both perspectives purchasing and sales. IMPORTANT:...

According to recent government analysis, of the 2.6 billion visits to government websites in the past 90 days, nearly half came from a mobile device — 42 percent from a phone and 6 percent from a tablet. But the explosive use of mobile technology goes beyond citizens to the heart of government itself. This webinar will explore how agencies are using continuous diagnostics and mitigation to improve government’s overall security post...

Government is getting cloud smart. We know that cloud platforms are driving digital transformation and modernization across agencies. But they’re also allowing government to rethink how it delivers services, mission requirements, and innovation. Join MeriTalk and IBM for a half-day program featuring thought leaders, innovation specialists, and engage with peers facing similar challenges to learn how to utilize the right cloud technologie...