Uncover the strategies needed to develop and improve emergency response and recovery plans for the public and private sector Governments and organisations around the world are facing an ever-increasing host of threats including natural disasters, due to continuously increasing weather abnormalities, cross-border health risks, un-intentional accidents, terrorism and cyber threats. To protect the population and safeguard organisations from the i...

There are few topics that attract more attention in Federal Government acquisition than how to improve the effectiveness of information technology (IT) acquisition. Given the volume of annual investment, the need to streamline and better manage acquisition activities, and requirements to obtain information on the continuous changes in contracting methods, governing Federal Acquisition Regulations, and other regulatory guidance, to stay current...

The San Francisco Bay Area is a Tier 1 UASI region, heightening the need for collaboration and expanded response capabilities across endless crises, from almost daily seismic events to fires and critical infrastructure threats. Join peers across all areas of emergency preparedness and homeland security to share best practices, explore solutions and build contacts critical to the region's unique disaster preparedness and emergency management ch...

Analysis of Alternatives (AoA)—Key to Successful Programs In 2009, the GAO studied 32 Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition projects and found that 69% of the projects with weak AoA studies had major cost and schedule overruns, while only 22% of those with strong AoA efforts missed their targets. AoA success goes beyond the acquisition of weapon systems and shows similar results for any new project, program, process, policy, or other o...

Past performance information supplies contractors with an accurate picture of their own qualifications and experience. Without it, they may bid on contracts they are not well qualified for and pass on those that are better suited to their expertise, resulting in unnecessary costs and reduced win rates. In this latest Best Practice for Government Contractors event in our ongoing series, you'll learn how SpringCM’s Past Performance solutio...

SANS is pleased to bring you SANS Northern Virginia 2011, in Reston April 15-23! Are you ready to immerse yourself in the most intense computer training experience available anywhere? This event features comprehensive hands-on technical training from some of the best instructors in the industry and includes several courses that will prepare managers and technical computer security personnel for DoD 8570 and GIAC approved certification exams. S...

The Federal Contractors Roundtable provides a highly-relevant forum where business leaders and industry professionals can discuss current and upcoming legislative, agency-specific policy and regulatory changes impacting how they find and win government sector business. This Month's Topic: Teaming and Subcontracting - Get Noticed, Get Selected, Get Work! Finding the right companies to partner with is tough. Getting picked to be on a team and ge...

This event is comprised of two separate conferences that will be co-located at The Florida Hotel and Conference Center during the week of April 18 – 22, 2011. An industry exposition will be held Tuesday and Wednesday. Time has been built into the agenda for attendees to visit the exhibit area, allowing vendors will have a significant amount of exposure from both groups - totaling around 300 attendees.About the Maintenance Working Group:K...

At Visual Studio Live!, you’ll join your fellow members of the .NET community to expand your skillset and make you a better developer. During an intense 5 code-filled days, you’ll have access to pre- and post-conference workshops, keynotes by industry heavyweights, and over 50+ sessions led by industry experts who will give you the tips and tricks to take your code to the next level. Find out how to maximize the development capabil...

Logisticians and engineers, from novices to experienced professionals, as well as maintenance planners, managers and technicians from the military, municipal and commercial sectors, are invited to attend this Integrated Logistics Support Training event April 18 – 22, 2011. The course provides the instruction and practice to apply life cycle management processes to acquired systems, equipment and high-value physical assets. Registration i...