The federal government plans to spend at least $75 billion on IT investments in fiscal year 2012. The size of this investment highlights the importance of reliably estimating the costs of IT acquisitions. A reliable cost estimate is critical to the success of any IT program, providing the basis for informed decision making, realistic budget formulation, and meaningful progress measurement. Without the ability to generate such estimates, progra...

The VA SCAN Conference is an annual IT security conference that brings together over 150 information security professionals from all over the Commonwealth of Virginia and surrounding states. This year's conference is being held at the Virginia Military Institute's new Center for Leadership and Ethics, on October 9-10, 2012, in Lexington, VA. The keynote speaker for the 2012 VA SCAN Conference is Stacy Halota, the head of Information Security a...

Benefits Any proposed project involving wetlands or other waters of the United States is likely to require some type of permit issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. As the federal agency responsible for regulating impacts to wetlands, the Corps' regulations and the permit process can represent a significant part of a project's development. The identification of wetlands or other waters on a project site, determination of federal jurisdic...

Explore how to: Leverage Powerful Communication Techniques to Increase Team Productivity Improve your Decision Making Methods and Skills Effectively Manage Project Change

L2 Federal Resources presents an exclusive contracting webinar... LIVE WEBINAR | Thursday, October 04, 2012 | 1PM Eastern How to Win Claims on U.S. Government Contracts: A Practical Approach Changes and claims arise from a variety of sources, and often, the contractor is entitled to extra costs and/or time extensions. But demonstrating to the government your entitlement to additional compensation in not always clear cut or straightforward. Va...

Information Security Forums bring together experienced IT and information security practitioners for confidential information sharing on the industry's most important issues, technologies, and trends. The two-day event includes keynote addresses, technical and strategic roundtable discussions led by IANS' Faculty, networking receptions, and the opportunity to learn about new technologies. Why Attend Gain tangible, real world insights on best p...

Explore how to: Anticipate Potential Problems and Weaknesses in Your Project Plans Learn Process-Improvement and Problem-Solving Strategies Create a Detailed Action Plan to Address the Issues in Your Failed Projects

Shaping the Future of Online Trust, Innovation & Self-Regulation The 2012 Forum is an interactive combination of keynotes, practical panels and workshops addressing key issues and opportunities including mobile, privacy, security, identity and brand protection. As new solutions and services have emerged, user trust and online confidence is proving to be the defining factor impacting the vitality of the digital economy. Speakers will review...

Benefits Tax-exempt organizations are under increasing scrutiny - are you following the rules? Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the issues confronted by tax-exempt organizations. Even if you have an accountant prepare your Form 990, you need to be aware of the information you will need to provide. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about South Carolina regulations. Regi...

Benefits Uncertain how public records and open meetings laws apply to you? The free flow of information is the cornerstone of our democratic society. The challenge for everyone - especially our policymakers - is to balance the public's right to information with the individual's right to privacy. If you are involved with a public entity or if you represent the media, you need to know the ins and outs of federal and state public records and open...