The Redstone Edge Conference 2025

This session will provide attendees with a panel discussion on key issues currently shaping government contracting. Panelists will address updates to the FAR as part of the federal procurement overhaul, the growing role of non-traditional defense contractors, and the use of past performance across divisions. The discussion will also cover small business regulatory changes, agenda items on the CAS Board’s calendar, and recent developments at DCAA that may affect oversight. Attendees will gain insight into how these topics intersect with compliance requirements and what they mean for future federal procurements.

This session will provide attendees with a practical look at how automation and advanced system features in Unanet can streamline processes, strengthen internal controls, and improve reporting reliability. Attendees will gain insight into how to configure and customize the system to reduce manual effort, reconcile budgets more efficiently, and build dashboards that deliver actionable information for leadership and project teams. The discussion will also address the use of APIs, validated stored procedures, and Unanet Analytics+ to create an environment that supports both efficiency and compliance. By the end of the session, participants will understand how to leverage automation to design a more reliable, secure, and user-friendly Unanet system tailored to their organization’s needs.

This session will provide attendees with practical guidance on how to improve efficiency and strengthen internal controls in Deltek Costpoint by utilizing process scheduling and workflows. Participants will learn how to automate recurring tasks, such as revenue calculations or report updates, and how to monitor the results of scheduled jobs. The session will also cover how to design and apply workflows that route transactions and approvals across one or multiple application screens, reducing manual effort while enhancing oversight. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how to configure, maintain, and apply these capabilities to build a more reliable and compliant Costpoint environment.

This session will provide attendees with an overview of the Trump Administration’s Executive Orders related to DEI and affirmative action, as well as the DOJ’s Civil Rights Fraud Initiative, enforcing False Claims Act (FCA) violations related to failure to comply with these new requirements. We will also discuss the DOJ’s Whistleblower Program and how it incentivizes individuals to bring forth more ethics complaints, making compliance more important than ever. Attendees will gain practical insight into these changes and the necessary compliance steps to mitigate risk.

This session will provide attendees with an update on recent and upcoming changes in the management and reporting of Government Furnished Property (GFP). The discussion will cover the consolidation of DFARS clauses into DFARS 252.245-7005, expanded requirements for using the GFP Module within PIEE, and updates to government contractor responsibilities for reporting, marking, and tracking GFP and contractor-acquired property (CAP). Attendees will also learn about reporting timeframes, registry updates, and the impact of new rules on serialized and repairable items. Additionally, the session will highlight the broader implications of the FAR overhaul under Executive Order 14275 and OMB Memorandum M-25-26, as well as how these changes may shape future oversight of property systems.

This session will provide attendees with an in-depth look into federal government contract terminations that result from changing government priorities. It will evaluate the need for rules and regulations as a basis for determining a fair and reasonable price, not only for prime contracts but also for subcontracts. This session will also discuss the evolving rule changes that are part of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) overhaul, as well as some pitfalls to avoid.

This session will offer attendees a clear understanding of the multi-faceted benefits that the Deltek Costpoint Inventory and Product Definition modules provide, even in non-manufacturing environments. Inventory is not just “things” that you track on your balance sheet. If you are buying tangible things or the Government/Customer(s) are furnishing you with things, you could benefit greatly from the use of the Costpoint Product Definition and Inventory modules. These capabilities are not just for manufacturers. In this session, we will provide an overview of the vast capabilities of the Costpoint Inventory module to help you understand how it can take your business to the next level by ensuring compliance (e.g. Government Property Audits), improving visibility, and driving efficiency for your end users. We will also look at the Product Definition capabilities and discuss how they support both inventory and/or procurement standardization.

This session will provide attendees with a practical understanding of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), clarifying the differences between CAS and FAR Part 31. The discussion will highlight why CAS matters, even for government contractors without CAS-covered contracts, and how proper measurement, assignment, and allocation of costs ensure compliance with requirements. Attendees will also gain insight into the requirements for an adequate accounting system, common misconceptions about CAS coverage, and the implications of modified and full CAS coverage for government contractors.

This session will provide attendees with an in-depth look at the major organizational changes taking place within the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA). From structural shifts to evolving audit practices, we will explore what these changes mean for government contractors. Attendees will gain clarity on the reorganization, understand its impact on audits, and leave better prepared to navigate DCAA’s evolving role.

This session will provide attendees with insight into the DFARS requirements in DFARS 252.215-7002 Cost Estimating and DFARS 252.244-7001 Contractor Purchasing System and how the estimating system and purchasing system are interrelated. Attendees will learn how estimating relies on timely, accurate, and well-documented purchasing data to support compliant proposals, and how deficiencies in either system can create compliance risks. The discussion will highlight proposal types subject to the Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act that are impacted by the estimating and purchasing systems, and common audit findings that impact both systems. Practical examples will illustrate how collaboration between estimating and purchasing improves efficiency, reduces audit exposure, and strengthens overall compliance.

This session will provide attendees with a practical discussion of the audit issues that are creating the greatest challenges in current DCAA reviews. Attendees will gain an understanding of how compensation, bonuses, remote employee travel, intercompany transfers, common control arrangements, billing practices, and home office allocations are being reviewed, along with emerging concerns in forward pricing proposals and equitable adjustments. The session will also address changes in DCAA’s approach to exit conferences and the impact of its ongoing reorganization. Drawing on recent audit findings, our experts will highlight the applicable FAR and DFARS requirements, common audit pitfalls, and our recommendations for strengthening policies, documentation, and internal controls to reduce questioned costs and mitigate compliance risk.