Join Us for The Redstone Edge Conference 2023

The government contracting industry is ever-changing and evolving, and the Redstone Edge Conference was developed with that in mind. Each year, we bring you topics at this industry’s forefront. Our goal is to provide you with the tools and knowledge to succeed in this highly regulated and complicated industry.

Thursday, October 26th, 2023
Jackson Center, 6001 Moquin Drive, Huntsville, AL 35806

Upcoming Live Training

Subrecipient Risk Assessment under 2 CFR 200 Training Webinar

October 19th, 2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Instructors: John C. Shire, CPA, Director Redstone GCI; Lynne Nalley, CPA, Director Redstone GCI; Sheila Herrera, CPA, Partner Moss Adams Assurance Services

Overview

This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of 2 CFR 200.317 to 327 requirements for contract-type purchases supporting Grants and Cooperative Agreements.

Pre-Recorded Webinars

These are recorded versions of previously delivered, live webinars, therefore CPE is not offered for this training webinar.

Timekeeping Software Options for Government Contractors

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of the several timekeeping systems for government contractors. Whether contemplating the immediate need for a timekeeping solution or weighing its future relevance, this session is designed for you. Our expert faculty will delve into specific scenarios in which timekeeping is needed, the outputs it can produce, and the essential DCAA-Compliant system requirements. Moreover, we’ll shed light on the potential pitfalls of an inadequate timekeeping or labor distribution process. We’ll also introduce you to at least four distinct timekeeping platforms to ensure you make an informed decision. Equip yourself with the knowledge to make the right choice for your organization.

Best Practices to Prepare for and Successfully Respond to Department of Labor Investigations

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In today’s complex regulatory environment, being prepared for a Department of Labor investigation is crucial for businesses of all sizes. This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of the best practices to ensure you’re not only prepared for these investigations but can also prepare to respond to them successfully. We’ll guide you through the intricacies of investigations, help you identify potential compliance risks your company may face, and provide strategies to address possible violations and penalties. Arm yourself with the insights and tools needed to confidently manage and prepare to respond to Department of Labor challenges.

How to Give Your Management Team the Reporting They Need with Unanet

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of the standard reporting in Unanet and how to set up dashboards for PMs and executive management.

How to Prepare for an Accounting System Implementation: Expectations vs. Reality

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees a guide to preparing for and setting realistic expectations for an accounting system implementation for Government Contractors.

What to Do & Not to Do When DCAA Cites Findings Against Your Company Webinar

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of what DCAA does, its findings, and what to do and NOT to do in response to DCAA findings. We have subject matter experts that can explain best practices to assist you through your DCAA audits.

Procurement Standards under 2 CFR 200 Training Webinar

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of 2 CFR 200.317 to 327 requirements for contract-type purchases supporting Grants and Cooperative Agreements.

Keys to a Well-Written Commercial Determination Training Webinar

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of the documentation that a prime or higher-tier subcontractor should include in a well-written commercial determination.

How to Avoid the Common Pitfalls of the Service Contract Act (SCA) Webinar

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of the Service Contract Act (SCA) and show how the regulations for implementing SCA are some of the most challenging requirements for contractors and contracting agencies involved in federal contracts for services. If you are competing for the award of a service contract or performing a service contract and administering your responsibilities under the SCA, this presentation by Ms. Brabston and Ms. Buchanan will assist you in understanding your SCA obligations and compliance requirements.

Internal Control Requirements under 2 CFR 200 Training Webinar

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of requirements to establish and maintain an adequate system of internal controls to comply with 2 CFR 200.303.

Best Practices for Government Contractors Contract Filing System Training Webinar

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This FREE webinar gives attendees a better understanding of how a Contract Filing System helps contractors be better prepared for an audit and to improve their company’s efficiency and data quality by making files accessible and easy to locate. When auditors arrive at your location, you can access documents quickly, speeding up the audit process.

Every Incurred Cost Proposal Needs to be Ready for Audit Webinar

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of why every incurred cost proposal needs to be prepared for an audit. Currently, the number of audits by DCAA is very low, especially for smaller contractors. If you get complacent and overlook things in your proposal, the DCAA auditor could view this as potential fraud. We have some best practices to help avoid this.

OFCCP & Affirmative Action Requirements & Best Practices Training Webinar

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of the Affirmative Action Program requirements of the Office of Federal Contractor Compliance Programs (OFCCP) and a summary of the various components of a compliant Affirmative Action Plan. This webinar will explain the types of audits performed by OFCCP and provide an overview of the information which must be submitted when audited. Finally, a brief update of proposed changes to OFCCP compliance will be provided.

Overview of Performance Based Payments for Government Contractors

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of performance-based payments.

Deltek Costpoint 8.2 and Cybersecurity Compliance

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of the upcoming Deltek Costpoint 8.2 release as well as Deltek’s progressive approach to Cybersecurity. Deltek Costpoint’s 8.2 release has cool new features and enhancements in Accounting, CRM and Contracts, Planning, Projects, Materials, People, T&E, Reports and Analytics, and more!

Just How Big a Show Should a Business System Walk-Through Be?

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of how to approach developing and providing an effective system walk-through to support a more positive and time efficient audit/review.

Government Contractor Challenges in 2023 Webinar

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of some of the challenges that contractors will be facing in FY 2023 related to changes in government regulations and areas government auditors are concentrating on.

Estimating System – How to Meet the DFARS Criteria Webinar

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of the regulatory background on the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Estimating Business System criteria and who and what contracts it is applicable. The course will go into the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) audit approach, common pitfalls and discuss general advice for succeeding in the DCAA DFARS Estimating System audit.

Understanding How CAS and FAR Work Together Webinar

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This FREE webinar will offer attendees an overview of interrelationship between requirements set forth in the Federal Acquisition Regulations Part 31 and the Cost Accounting Standards.

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National Registry of CPE Sponsors

Redstone Government Consulting, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.