Gain a stronger understanding of the differences between FAR-based contracts and OTAs during this S2MARTS XChange event. Four members of the NSWC Crane Acquisition team will share insights in how they built a DoD OTA model that rapidly addresses warfighter needs, as well as the scope/specifics of the S2MARTS OTA, and how it compares to FAR-based options.

Discussion Topics: Understand the state of marketing budgets in 2021 Learn about major shifts in marketing spend and the reasons for reprioritization Gain real-world CMO input about innovation and marketing transformation when faced with budgetary challenges Chief marketing officers (CMOs) faced unique challenges in 2020. In-year marketing budgets were hit hard, with the majority of CMOs reporting budget cuts. However, CMOs were optimistic tha...

Join Jennifer Schaus & Associates in this complimentary webinar series on Wednesdays at 12pm eastern. We will uncover each Part of The DEFENSE FEDERAL ACQUISTION REGULATIONS (DFARS). Recordings can be found on our website and YouTube channel with 400+ other federal government contracting webinars. Questions? Contact hello@JenniferSchaus.com or 202-365-0598

Discussion Topics: The Gartner forecast for IT Spending growth in 2021 and beyond Where commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software fits in building digital business The development technology that will win in 2025 In 2021, IT budgets will drive overall spending. While many companies still suffer revenue declines, IT spending is accelerating ahead of revenue expectations. However, this acceleration will be as uneven as the economic fallout from C...

Small businesses often lack the financial resources to staff their accounting departments with the expertise necessary to fuel strategic growth. Companies need a unique skillset to achieve and maintain accounting compliance in government contracts and many local CPAs lack this expertise. That's where outsourced accounting and automated bookkeeping comes into play, especially for government contractors. Working with a firm that can configure th...

Join Jennifer Schaus & Associates for a new monthly webinar series in 2021 The GOV CON (LIVE) Q&A Cafe with webcam and LIVE Questions. When: 2nd Friday of each month Time: 12pm - 1:30pm ET About: Each month will feature a new theme or topic with 4 Panelists who will present on the topic and answer your live questions. Slides will be available for complimentary download on SlideShare.net. (Please find our 350+ GovCon PPTs on this site a...

Since the OECD issued guidance in 2015 on low value-adding intra-group services, countries around the world have increasingly scrutinized intra-group service charges. What types of issues could your organization face in your next audit? We’ll discuss: Changes in tax authority approach, regulator perspectives, and the audit environment in key jurisdictions. Trade-offs companies may face when balancing commercial, regulatory, foreign excha...

Join The Virginia PTAC (Procurement Technical Assistance Center) and JSchaus & Associates for a two hour class - "GSA SCHEDULE: What's In It For You?". This class is 2 hours long and is offered via The VAPTAC. This class is offered on the following dates/times: WEDNESDAY FEB 24 at10am eastern or TUESDAY MAY 25 at 10am eastern or THURSDAY JULY 8 at 12.30pm eastern. Please contact Elizabeth Torrens of The VA PTAC with any questions. etorren2...

Join our demo on July 8 at 1 p.m. PT to learn how Snowflake helps financial services firms break down internal and external data silos and enrich data to better achieve their goals. Also learn how they can make insights available across their business to enable data-driven decision-making. This session will include: An overview of industry dynamics and data challenges that financial services firms face today Three unique demos demonstrating ho...

The Potomac Officers Club will host its 2021 Air Force Acquisition Forum on July 8th to gather the most influential federal and commercial leaders together and discuss the critical technological and material needs of the U.S. Air Force.Darlene Costello, the Air Force’s Deputy Assistant Secretary for Acquisition will deliver the keynote address and provide her perspective and priorities regarding the Air Force’s relationship with p...