by Heather Hurley | Dec 30, 2025 | Compliance, Government Contracting
As 2025 draws to a close, it’s a valuable time to reflect on the trends and challenges that have defined the government contracting landscape. This year brought significant shifts in compliance, technology, and operational strategy, forcing contractors to adapt with...
by Heather Hurley | Dec 4, 2025 | Compliance, Deltek Costpoint, Government Contracting
A significant change is on the horizon for Deltek Costpoint users. Effective July 30, 2026, Deltek will discontinue its offered Active Directory service. While this may seem like a challenge, it presents a valuable opportunity for government contractors to streamline...
by Heather Hurley | Oct 22, 2025 | Compliance, Government Contracting
This Halloween, some of the most frightening tales aren’t found in horror movies—they’re whispered in the halls of government contracting. Here are seven spooky scenarios that can send a chill down any contractor’s spine. 01. The Phantom RFP You see...
by Heather Hurley | Jul 10, 2025 | Compliance, Government Contracting
The U.S. Missile Defense Agency (MDA) is preparing to launch one of the decade’s most significant contracting opportunities, the Scalable Homeland Innovative Enterprise Layered Defense (SHIELD) IDIQ. With a staggering $151 billion ceiling and a 10-year ordering...
by Heather Hurley | May 7, 2025 | Compliance, Government Contracting
Navigating the complexities of government contracting is no small feat, and DCAA audits are often one of the most challenging hurdles contractors face. The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) is tasked with conducting independent audits of government contractors to...
by Heather Hurley | Aug 29, 2024 | Compliance, Deltek Costpoint, Government Contracting
What is CMMC? Since 2016, the Department of Defense (DoD) has been increasing its cybersecurity requirements for Defense Industrial Base (DIB) partners, particularly concerning implementing NIST SP 800-171 controls. The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification...
