Technology is changing procurement—in nearly all aspects. Whether it's data visualization and spending transparency, or marketplaces that make it easier to shop and compare offerings, or blockchain and its ability to streamline processes, procurement technology is reshaping and transforming the way governments purchase and suppliers interact with government. The benefits stretch to government programs, procurement and acquisition profes...

Writing to Win is an exclusive opportunity for AFCEA Corporate Members to participate in a substantive discussion about fatal flaws derailing proposal efforts. Contributing presenters and panelists are government officials experienced in identifying and shaping agency requirements and evaluating industry offers and industry executives responsible for capture and proposal activities for small and large companies winning revenue-producing contra...

For government, cybersecurity isn’t only a challenge—it can be a roadblock standing in the path of long-awaited digital transformation. Agencies are tasked with balancing the highest security measures with innovation, as today’s employees and citizens alike insist that their data be conveniently available anytime, anywhere. Be sure to register and join us for this special-edition Microsoft Azure Gov Meetup on "The Intersectio...

You’re invited to a special-edition Microsoft Azure Government Meetup, "Intersection of Cybersecurity & Digital Transformation for Gov" Wednesday, Oct. 18, 6 - 8:30 p.m. at 1776 in Washington, DC. This can’t-miss Meetup features Mark Russinovich, Microsoft Azure CTO, a widely recognized Microsoft Technical Fellow, and accomplished author. Mark will share his vision on the outlook for cloud computing; confidential computing; cyb...

“Leveraging IT Solutions to Advance Connected Health for Military and Government” Held since 2011, DSI’s Health IT Summits are a unique forum that allows for personnel from DoD, VA, Federal and State agencies to convene in one location along with leaders from Industry and Academia that support them. *The Summit is neither officially endorsed or sanctioned by the Depts of VA and DoD. October 2017 Summit Topics to Include: VA...

October 2017 Summit Topics to Include - VA EHR Modernization - Integrating MHS Genesis throughout MHS - Utilizing Big Data to Improve Population Health Tracking and Alerting - Integrating Health Business Strategies for Improved Organizational Performance - Applying Advanced Data Analytics and Clinical Informatics Strategies - Developing enhanced HIT Infrastructures and Standards - Cyber Security Strategies for Patient Health Data, Networks, an...

Seminar Information: Too often importers expect their brokers to do all of the work when it comes to the importing process. Unfortunately the broker is NOT a tax advisor. Any errors they make could result in penalties for you, the importer. Learn the key compliance elements of importing, classification, valuation, country of origin duty payment and record keeping. Learn also how to decipher those cryptic forms your broker supplies to you. Regi...

This workshop takes an analytical approach to Disclosure Statements, cost accounting practices, and cost impact proposals through definitions, rules, requirements, responsibilities, and implications in the management and administration of CAS-covered government contracts. It starts with the basics: CAS-Covered Contracts and Awards Thresholds Exemptions Disclosure Statement Criteria Revisions Reviews Adequacy of Disclosure Timing of Submission...

The 8th Annual Open Source Digital Forensics Conference (OSDFCon) will be held on October17, 2017. It's a single day event, focused exclusively on open source digital forensics tools, surrounded by one day of workshops, and two days of training. OSDFCon brings together developers and users within the digital forensics and incident response communities, and has become an important part of the open source ecosystem in digital forensics. OSDFCon...

Are you an in-house attorney working for a federal government contractor? Or does your business want to enter the federal space? Whatever your business’s stage, your employer is counting on you to understand the issues that come with federal contracting. Law school only covers the basics of contract law and the basics of business law. When you begin working for a corporation, you have to handle federal contracting issues that will influe...