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    Webinar series provide in-depth treatment in topical areas.Each series consists of a number of 60-90 minute live and on-demand webinars, presented by the foremost experts in the field.
  • Webinar Series
    Webinar series provide in-depth treatment in topical areas.Each series consists of a number of 60-90 minute live and on-demand webinars, presented by the foremost experts in the field.
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    The FPSOnline library contains hundreds of on-demand courses covering the foundations of contracting and hot topics in the federal contracting industry. IMPORTANT: On-demand webinars are NOT eliglible for CLE or CPE credits. Wherever possible, we provide accreditation for those who attend 'live' webinar sessions.
On-Demand Webinars
May 2, 2025
Uncompensated Overtime - Opportunities and Pitfalls - Session 4 - Govt Contracts Workforce Mgmt Challenges Series 2025
Government Contracts Workforce Management Challenges Webinar Series - 2025
Our final session, we'll discuss "uncompensated overtime," sometimes called green time or competitive time. It is essential for Government contractors to understand the concept of uncompensated overtime. Uncompensated overtime may impact contract pricing, contract accounting, and contract reporting. Noncompliances with the requirements may lead to over/under absorption of cost, defective pricing allegations, and FAR and CAS non-compliances. Join us as we clarify the confusion surrounding uncompensated overtime. We will explain the terminology and circumstances in which it may occur. Next, we'll illustrate pricing and accounting implications with examples and explore strategies to ensure accurate cost calculations for accounting and pricing while avoiding potential compliance issues.
On-Demand Webinars
May 1, 2025
Truthful Cost or Pricing Data - Session 2 - Procurement University 2025
Procurement University - 2025
A negotiated contract (or procurement) allows the government to select a contractor based on criteria other than solely a formal price competition. The FAR provides guidance for conducting these types of procurements and the contract types that can be used by both the federal government and its contractors (e.g. fixed price, incentive, or cost-reimbursement). In this session, learn how these types of contracts can be both a challenge and an opportunity for contractors and about the extra steps necessary to justify the proposed price. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Differentiate between cost and price analysis and understand the appropriate times to apply each method;  Define cost or pricing data, certified cost or pricing data, and data other than cost or pricing data;  Understand defective pricing and how to prevent it; and  Utilize the six-step process to develop a compliance process that fits the needs of your firm.
On-Demand Webinars
Apr 24, 2025
Facilities Management - Balancing Footprint and Occupancy - Session 3 - Govt Contracts Workforce Mgmt Challenges Series 2025
Government Contracts Workforce Management Challenges Webinar Series - 2025
Workforce flexibility impacts an organization's facility occupancy, management, and cost recovery. Given these changes in the workplace, contractors are seeing increased scrutiny on facilities management and utilization. Often, the scrutiny results in questioned costs in their final rate submissions under FAR 31.205-17- Idle facilities and idle capacity and FAR Part 31.201-3, reasonableness. Documentation is key to demonstrating mitigation strategies undertaken by the contractor and optimizing cost allowability. In this session, participants will become familiar with the requirements and common mitigation approaches to facility compliance with the contract cost principles.
On-Demand Webinars
Apr 10, 2025
Remote Work and Return to Office Challenges - Session 2 - Govt Contracts Workforce Mgmt Challenges Series 2025
Government Contracts Workforce Management Challenges Webinar Series - 2025
Navigating the pandemic, most organizations know that remote workers supporting or allocating costs to Government contracts are subject to substantiation and oversight. Given labor costs are generally the most significant cost incurred under Government contracts we'll summarize the documentation, reporting, and auditor oversight requirements. Then, we'll tackle some of the return-to-office challenges such as: policy/plan updates, travel time compensation, unoccupied facilities, and other questions regarding flexible work and Government contract implications.
On-Demand Webinars
Apr 3, 2025
Government Contract Accounting and Pricing Foundation - Session 1 - Procurement University 2025
Procurement University - 2025
In this session, we will introduce the students to the federal marketplace, the acquisition process, and the regulatory environment that surrounds it all. We will examine the various procurement vehicles that contractors utilize to fulfill their obligations to the US Government. We will also guide students through contract pricing and cost allowability to protect the interests of both the contractor and the federal government as well as help the contractor recuperate the costs associated with each contract. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Have a basic understanding of the federal acquisition process;  Understand the regulatory environment that surrounds the federal marketplace;  Identify the various procurement methods and contract types;  Determine the allowability of contract costs; and  Recognize the principles of contract pricing and the techniques of determining a fair and reasonable price.
On-Demand Webinars
Apr 3, 2025
Exempt Employees and Compensated Absences - Session 1 - Govt Contracts Workforce Mgmt Challenges Series 2025
Government Contracts Workforce Management Challenges Webinar Series - 2025
The first session will preview the web series, establish the foundation and connectivity of the four topics, and dive into our first subject, unlimited PTO. As many organizations shift to unlimited PTO, we'll define what it is and the workforce implications. Next, we'll consider the unique challenges presented to Government contractors. In cost-based acquisition, compensation is governed by FAR Part 31 and, for some CAS 408, among other regulatory requirements. We'll look at the accounting, reporting, and documentation requirements that may impact both financial accounting and a contractor's cost accounting practices.
On-Demand Webinars
Mar 28, 2025
What Program Impacts Can We Expect From Trump Administration Executive Orders, `Pauses,' and Agency Directives
Join CohnReznick's multi-disciplined, experienced compliance and audit team accompanied by a leader in the federal contracting legal community as they share insights on the latest federal executive orders and policy changes that are significantly impacting the federal contracting and assistance-receiver community. The panel will also discuss best practices for minimizing risk and maximizing cost recovery in case of a work suspension or termination. Designed for executives and professionals in accounting, finance, legal, HR, project management, and compliance at federal contracting firms and organizations receiving federal assistance, the panel will discuss:  Trump Administration Executive Orders since January 2025  Significant OMB and other large federal agency guidance related to acquisitions and federal assistance (including grants)  Impacts to small business programs  Best practices related to preparing for a suspension, stop-work order, delay, and partial/full termination
On-Demand Webinars
Jan 16, 2025
Documenting Cost Accounting Practices - Session 2 - A CASB Disclosure Statement Primer Series 2025
Full Disclosure: A CASB Disclosure Statement Primer Webinar Series - 2025
Completing the benchmark which we call the Disclosure Statement involves a multidisciplinary team comprised of functional areas that may include Accounting/Finance, Human Resources, Treasury, Program, and Pricing members. In this session, we walk through the Disclosure Statement -- Specifically, the cover sheet, eight parts of the Disclosure Statement, and the continuation sheet. We'll describe the resources supporting each section and the requirements.
On-Demand Webinars
Jan 9, 2025
The Benchmark - Session 1 - A CASB Disclosure Statement Primer Series 2025
Full Disclosure: A CASB Disclosure Statement Primer Webinar Series - 2025
A contractor's Disclosure Statement is its benchmark for conducting business with Uncle Sam. We'll kick off this web series with an overview of the CASB Disclosure Statement. Specifically, we'll discuss the applicability and trigger requirements for CAS and the Disclosure Statement. Next, we'll discuss the Disclosure Statement and define the cost accounting practices described within it. The first session will preview the web series and establish the foundation for the following 3 sessions, where we delve into greater detail and provide perspective on some of the most often raised compliance challenges.
On-Demand Webinars
Dec 13, 2024
Navigating Multi-Company and Intercompany Accounting Compliance as a Government Contractor
Multi-segment corporations play a significant role in government contracting, leveraging diverse capabilities across industries. However, the structure of having multiple segments report to a centralized home office isn't limited to large corporations. Contractors offering a mix of commercial and government products or services can benefit from segmenting these lines of business with centralized management and shared services. While this structure provides operational advantages, it also introduces unique compliance challenges under government contracting regulations. In this session, we'll start with an overview of regulatory requirements and guidance for cost accounting in multi-segment and home office settings, then explore the benefits and challenges of multi-segment structures in government contracting. By the end, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of:  Definitions of segments and home offices in government contracting  FAR and CAS requirements related to multi-segment and home office cost accounting  Operational benefits of multi-segment structures  Compliance challenges associated with multi-segment accounting Learning Objectives: Upon completing this webinar, participants will be able to identify key compliance requirements for multi-segment corporations in government contracting and apply best practices for structuring segments and home offices to align with regulatory standards.
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