Virtual Live

Sep 13, 2024

Leadership Institute - Session 6 - Problem Solving to Achieve Sustainable Outcomes Virtual - September 2024

This is the sixth and final program for the FPS Leadership Institute. It is a culmination of the five self-paced on demand programs and Session VI - Problem Solving to Achieve Sustainable Outcomes. This day long live session led by Rex Marks will include best practices in problem solving as well as instructor-led discussion on proven leadership concepts, and a review and discussion of the five previous self-paced sessions.

Virtual Live

Dec 11, 2024

Entering the Federal Contracting Market - A Roadmap for Commercial Companies Virtual - December 2024

Discover the key elements to consider before entering the federal market. The lure of federal contracting is strong because of its stability and enormous opportunities as either prime and or a subcontractor to a prime. A well informed and sound business strategy to enter the market is imperative. Commercial organizations must evaluate the risk/reward and develop a well informed and sound business strategy to enter the government market. 

CPE, CLE

Virtual Live

Dec 17, 2024

Developing Cost and Price Proposals Virtual - December 2024

Responding to a government RFP requires a significant amount of time and resources. This brand new Federal Publications Seminars virtual course is designed to give participants the foundation necessary to create comprehensive and competitive pricing bids for government contracts. Becoming an expert at responding to government procurements can take many years. This virtual course, however, provides the basis to reduce the learning curve dramatically.

CPE, CLE

Virtual Live

Dec 4, 2024

Cyber Policy and Risk Management Best Practices and Strategies Virtual - December 2024

This virtual course will focus on best practices and challenges in creating a policy to manage risk. We will cover general policy guidelines, documentation and communication of a cyber policy, and which stakeholders within the organization are responsible for developing a cyber policy. You cannot enforce a policy unless you also understand the risks your organization might face. We will discuss how best to manage risk and communicate what's at risk throughout your organization

CPE, CLE

Virtual Live

Oct 30, 2024

2024 DC Federal Government Contracting Forum Virtual - October 2024

FPS is offering a Day 1 Federal Government Contracting Forum on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, in Arlington, VA. The full day session will include keynote speakers, roundtable discussions, lunch and networking time.

CPE, CLE

Virtual Live

Nov 19, 2024

A Guide to the Materials Management and Accounting Systems Review (MMAS) Virtual - November 2024

In this one day program the instructors will define and review the DFARS Subpart 242.72, discuss what the DCMA will be reviewing, who and how the system is approved/disapproved, and how to correct deficiencies. They will discuss report findings, the timeline and response you will need to be in compliant. 

CPE, CLE

Virtual Live

Oct 3, 2024

Procurement Ethics and Contract Performance - Training Academy Session Virtual - October 2024

This is a 2-part Training Academy Session focused on building an procurement ethics and contract performance. The Procurement Ethics and Contract Performance Training Academy Session is part of a larger Training Academy series on Government Contract Compliance.

CPE, CLE

Virtual Live

Oct 4, 2024

Building An Effective Compliance Program - Training Academy Session Virtual - October 2024

This is a 2-part Training Academy Session focused on building an effective compliance program. The Building An Effective Compliance Program Training Academy Session is part of a larger Training Academy series on Government Contract Compliance.

CPE, CLE

Virtual Live

Dec 6, 2024

Breach: Before, During and After - Best Practices & Prevention Strategies Virtual - December 2024

This virtual program will focus on intrusions, vulnerabilities and protection for contractors, small businesses, government and non-profit entities. We will discuss insider threats, email challenges, social networking and virus/malware as well as ransomware challenges to organizations. During the second half of the day, we will do some simulation/role playing so you have a better understanding of the components of a breach and the impact a breach has on your organization, customers, vendors and suppliers.

CPE, CLE

Virtual Live

Oct 8, 2024

Building Compliance into CostPoint Implementation Virtual - October 2024

The Building Compliance into Costpoint Implementations course, provides a comprehensive overview and interactive discussion addressing the attributes of successful ERP implementations through the involvement of IT, business process owners and government compliance. This course will examine the full lifecycle of a system implementation discussing best practices associated with capturing system requirements, design and configuration, and completing the full implementation including data integration and applicable testing; all while maintaining focus on federal compliance considerations.  

CPE, CLE