In this session, we will explore the presence of existing Department of Defense cybersecurity assessment requirements, including DFARS 252.204-7019, DFARS 252.204-7020, and the development and pending arrival of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). We will provide an detailed examination of the NIST 800-171 assessment methodology required by -7019 and -7020, and highlight some of the key challenges contractors are likely to face as they implement these requirements. We will also provide insight as to the future of CMMC and how contractors can best prepare for the coming obligations. Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be familiar with the basics of the DoD NIST 800-171 assessment requirements and will be able to think critically about how these requirements will apply to and impact their organization. They will be up to date on the developments in CMMC and able to identify key steps that should be taken proactively to ensure compliance and avoid liability. This live webinar is eligible for CPE and CLE credit.

This session will provide an overview of the reviews and audits conducted by the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA). Learn about the types of audits, how to address the audit process, and how to deal with audit positions and written findings. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Be able to describe the similarities and differences between a review and an audit;  Understand what areas DCAA is responsible for auditing and DCMA is responsible for reviewing;  Understand the current DCMA and DCAA initiatives and how they impact the contracting industry;  Recognize potential challenges and corresponding mitigation strategies for auditees; and  Understand current auditor expectations and challenges.

This 30-minute webcast will review the value proposition of the FPS OnePass solution in detail for individuals, groups, and enterprises. Hear from FPS president Andy King on why the organization is moving in this direction and learn about the value customers can expect. Questions are welcomed and encouraged.

New regulations, executive orders, class deviations, statutes, protests, and litigation all ensure that the compliance landscape for government contracts is always evolving at a breakneck pace. These changes can be difficult to track, but Federal Publication Seminars' Quarterly Update gathers the most significant changes and distills them for government contracting professionals. That usually (but not always) includes updates to:  Cybersecurity requirements  Changes to labor regulations and enforcement  Domestic preferences; and  Small business regulations Each session will be jammed packed with the latest information and is a valuable tool in staying up to date in an ever-changing environment.

In this session, we will discuss the pair of Proposed Rules issued in October 2023 (addressing "Cyber Threat and Incident Reporting and Information Sharing" and "Standardizing Cybersecurity Requirements for Unclassified Federal Information Systems"), and will explore the implications of those Proposed Rules for contractors. We will also identify how to ensure that good cybersecurity hygiene flows through a contractor's supply chain, and discuss the Defense Contract Management Agency's (DCMA) mandate to examine contractor compliance with cybersecurity requirements as part of its Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR) and its implications for contractors in the near future. Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be prepared for the future of cybersecurity requirements. They will understand how to ensure cybersecurity hygiene in their supply chain, and be prepared to proactively address their purchasing procedures in anticipation of DCMA reviews. Students will also gain insight as to the likely next developments in and implications of Federal cybersecurity initiatives. This live webinar is eligible for CPE and CLE credit.

Navigating the complexities of project manufacturing becomes more difficult with the added intricacies of government oversight and regulations. However, compliance with Material Management and Accounting Systems (MMAS) doesn't have to be a Herculean task. Join us to unearth strategic methods to make your GovCon Business Systems audits less strenuous and more streamlined. We will: 1) Journey through the labyrinth of the big 10 MMAS requirements 2) You'll get key insights into who conducts the audit and why 3) Vital knowledge and strategies to ensure continued compliance, helping your business stay aligned with government customers and deliver on commitments without a hitch. 4) Equip yourself with the know-how to transform the MMAS audit process from a painstaking challenge into a seamless part of your business operations.