In a series of lessons, you will gain deep insight on how contracts, both government and commercial, are interpreted by boards and courts. The rules are not always the same for them! We will also spend some time discussing good contract drafting that will avoid interpretation disputes. Filled with both legal theory (for the legally inclined) and practical application for the practitioner, you will develop a deeper appreciation for contract for...

In a series of lessons, you will gain deep insight on how contracts, both government and commercial, are interpreted by boards and courts. The rules are not always the same for them! We will also spend some time discussing good contract drafting that will avoid interpretation disputes. Filled with both legal theory (for the legally inclined) and practical application for the practitioner, you will develop a deeper appreciation for contract for...

Contracts typically use acronyms, technical jargon, special terms of art, and phrases that are defined by industry trade and practice. The use of FOB versus INCOTERMS is just one example. Each of these can cause confusion in the communication process that leads up to contract formation. In addition to providing practical guidance and suggestions to avoid performance problems and disputes, this session will cover the concepts of ordinary meanin...

Interpreting contracts has been a challenge for as long as contracts have existed. Courts and boards have structured many rules to guide contract interpretation, and sometimes provided conflicting guidance. Legislation governing contracts has also taken different approaches. It is important to know which set of standards will apply to your contract. This introductory class will review ten of the most common rules and provide a foundation for t...

Whether you are looking to create or enhance your diversity, equity, and inclusivity strategy or seeking better cultural awareness in your workplace, please join us for a high-level overview of the steps accompanying successful implementation, monitoring and evaluation of diversity, equity, and inclusivity initiatives. Join HCH Experts and Panelists as they teach you how to create strategies, activities, and goals for your own DEI strategy. Ag...

Contract Cost accounting issues for government contractors can cause no end of headaches. But you don’t have to struggle through on your own. The expert instructors at PCI have created a high-intensity boot camp to help alleviate your cost accounting-related headaches and transform cost accounting confusion into cost accounting competence! This course, delivered in a highly-interactive instructor-led classroom setting, uses discussion, l...

This is the second in a five part DEAFCYBERCON webinar series designed to increase awareness of the need for diversity and access to careers for deaf women in cybesecurity. Join us for a moderated panel of deaf and hearing women discussing barriers to entry for deaf women in cybersecurity. The wage gap is significantly larger for deaf women and they face additional barriers to finding mentors and interview preparation. Advanced registration is...

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, organizations faced a growing amount of complex security threats, and an overwhelming amount of alerts analysts had to prioritize, investigate, and resolve. Wait, that wasn't long ago; that's now and here on Earth! Join GuidePoint Security Government Solutions, Palo Alto Networks, and Varonis on May 4th for a Tech Talk addressing these challenges. Our panel of experts will explain how automation can...

Last year's tornado season saw the deadliest December on record with more than 90 deaths and massive devastation across eight states. These tornados didn't spare anything in their path, with many businesses severely impacted. To understand if your business is prepared for the challenges a tornado, cyclone, or other significant storm brings, you can conduct tabletop exercises. Tabletop exercises can be very effective because they help identify...

Times are changing, and risks to organizations are becoming more dynamic. If the last few years have taught us anything, it’s this: Risk has become increasingly complex and the way organizations respond to and manage risk must change in response. A recent Forrester Consulting study commissioned by OnSolve found that organizations are underprepared, overconfident and lack the technology necessary to respond to and manage risk complexity....