Steven Finkell

The path to winning GovCon contracts can be challenging, but persistence and a "never give up" attitude are essential for success. 💪 What's keeping you motivated on your GovCon journey? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments! #GovCon #MotivationMonday #NeverGiveUp #PersistencePaysOff

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Expectations vs. Reality of Operating a Government Contracting company - Expectation: The Contracting Process is Uniform Across All Agencies - Reality: Different government agencies can have vastly different contracting processes and priorities. Some might prioritize speed and innovation, while others emphasize cost savings or local economic impact. #govcon #expectationvsreality #BusinessReality #businessinsight

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🚀 Navigating the World of DCAA Approved Accounting Systems 🚀 In the realm of government contracting, a DCAA (Defense Contract Audit Agency) approved accounting system isn't just a checkbox—it's a crucial element for ensuring compliance and maintaining trust with federal clients. 🌟 Whether you're a seasoned contractor or new to the industry, understanding the importance of a DCAA-approved system can make or break your success. Here’s why: 🔍 Compliance Assurance: A DCAA-approved system ensures your accounting practices meet rigorous government standards, mitigating risks of audit issues and potential penalties. 💡 Streamlined Processes: With a system designed to meet DCAA requirements, you can streamline your financial processes, making it easier to manage contracts, track costs, and report accurately. 📈 Enhanced Credibility: Having a DCAA-approved system enhances your company’s credibility, demonstrating to clients and partners that you adhere to the highest standards of financial integrity. 🌐 Growth Opportunities: Many government contracts require DCAA compliance. A robust system opens doors to more opportunities and positions your business for growth in the federal market. Implementing a DCAA-approved accounting system may seem daunting, but it’s a strategic investment in the future of your business. If you're considering an upgrade or need guidance, don’t hesitate to reach out or connect with us at Ombra. We can help navigate this complex but essential area. Let’s embrace compliance, drive efficiency, and unlock new opportunities together! 💼✨ #Accounting #DCAA #GovernmentContracting #Compliance #BusinessGrowth #FinancialIntegrity

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October is a time when many GovCon companies do strategic planning and budgeting for the new year. It’s the perfect time to look at upcoming GWAC’s and agency-specific IDIQ contracts that your firm may want to add to your opportunity pipeline. Whether you’re targeting NASA SEWP VI, the Army’s Marketplace for the Acquisition of Professional Services (MAPS), Alliant 3, next year’s on-ramp for OASIS+, the FDA Enterprise Application Development BPA or the IRS’ Enterprise Services Technology Strategy and Management Support Services (TSMS) BPA, AIMC can assist with opportunity qualification, capture and proposal support. Our federal opportunity teams are comprised of former government acquisition professionals and senior business development and proposal experts who assist our clients with identifying and winning business. Reach out to us today and learn more about our services. #govcon #consulting #growth Ann Marie Bryant Earl Warrington Anthony Carlisi Belinda Coleman Sean O'Neill Sophia Parker Shashi Goli, SAFe Agilist, PMP, CSM, ITIL Ariel Glassman Amy Barger Deana DePaz Alison Santighian Katharine Jiang Jon DeLapp Cecilia C. Baldwin -- PMI-ACP, ITIL Emily Fuerst Donald Frank Deborah Hunt Lauren Beward, M.S. Amy Fares Dwayne Washington, Sr. Dr. Ruth Starr Truphelia M. Parker Dominic Contino Christopher Williamson Andrew Borkoski Chris Barr Igor Krutyanskiy Stephanie Mace Mauricio Peredo Amanda Roberts, PMP Nina Martin Anthony Maranto Patricia A. Gietl Meredith Price, CAPM, MBA Steven Vito Martin CummingsPriyanka Sharma  

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Today, the DoD OIG releases “Understanding the Results of the Audit of the FY 2023 DoD Financial Statements.” As in prior years, the DoD could not provide us with sufficient evidence for our auditors to conclude whether the DoD fairly presented its financial statements in accordance with accounting guidance. This report explains and discusses the findings of our audits of the DoD financial statements, the progress made by the DoD, and the additional actions the DoD should take to address the overall audit findings. This report also focuses on material weaknesses that are scope-limiting, meaning they prevented our auditors from performing the necessary procedures to draw a conclusion on the financial statements, and the substantial collaborative effort needed from all DoD and non-DoD stakeholders to obtain an unmodified, or clean, audit opinion by FY 2028: https://lnkd.in/gFE5nnmf

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Economies of scale apply across GovCon as well. More contracts = more projects to divide your costs across. That means you can reduce your wrap rates to become more competitive in your next bids. Learn how CAVU can help: https://bit.ly/2QyMdSS #GovCon #DCAA

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In the competitive world 🏅 of #GovCon, we often only have a matter of seconds to sink or swim 💧🏊 in a pool of other talented service providers. Showcasing your unique methodology and talent to different federal agencies is a skill in itself. Read why a capability statement matters...and why it matters the most >>  https://lnkd.in/e4eMAyVm  

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🚨 The House recently passed a massive $833B defense spending bill, and it's packed with opportunities for government contractors! 📈 Curious about how this impacts you? Check out our latest blog to see how you can leverage these new opportunities and grow your business! 👉 https://ow.ly/YQ6f50St8MM #GovCon #DefenseSpending #BusinessGrowth #FedBizAccess

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Far too many GovCons are failing DCAA audits. What can they do? This is where CAVU comes in. We conduct a proactive review to ensure you’re compliant - and audit-ready. Explore our services: https://bit.ly/2NotLLc

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How to Kickstart Your Job Search… Many people say they don’t have the time to search for a new job, but often, procrastination stems from a lack of clarity about their next steps. If you're short on time, the most effective approach is to first gain a clear understanding of your career goals. This clarity will streamline your job search and save you a significant amount of time. Without a clear direction, job hunting can become a frustrating and aimless process. You might end up investing time and energy in activities that don’t move you closer to your goals, leading to eventual frustration and giving up. On the other hand, having a clear vision of your career path makes the entire process much smoother and more efficient. The real challenge isn’t having enough time—it's lacking clarity. Visit Precision Talent Solutions website for more opportunities:

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Federal Contractors, Are you following the same boring outline for your federal capabilities briefings? It’s time to bring it back to life! 1. Do your homework. Know who are their current contractors doing what you do. Offer some professional tips and tricks to teach your clients how to get more out of then(and if they can’t, you can take their place or fill the gaps. 2. Include your differentiators, unique best values, and intro your Subject Matter Exoerts. 3. Offer Whitepapers and training material, articles and facts as to why you offer something Nader, better, faster AND more cost efficient. 4. Include Past Performance and proof you can do the work. 5. Make it easy for them to contract with you and hopefully sole source the work, under the radar. Eileen Kent We cover this in the Three Step Program

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Staying informed in the dynamic world of government contracting (GovCon) is crucial for success. The GovCon media offers a wealth of free information, keeping you updated on the latest news, issues, and trends. From defense technology to federal policies, these sources provide valuable insights to help you stay ahead of the curve. This article highlights 12 GovCon media outlets that every government contractor should follow. Bookmark these links and subscribe to their newsletters to stay well-informed. https://lnkd.in/etNERbdq #GovCon #GovernmentContracting #GovConNews #FederalContracting #DefenseTechnology #GovernmentPolicies #ContractorResources #GovConUpdates #StayInformed #GovConTrends #IndustryInsights #GovConMedia #GovConSuccess #Bids #Proposals #LohfeldConsulting #ExecutiveBiz #FederalNewsNetwork #GovBrew #GovCIO #G2Xchange #OrangeSlices #WashingtonTechonology

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Stay in the know: Read our Q2 PTS update for the latest GovCon strategies!

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A quick recap of Q1 earnings season for the government contracting ecosystem as we prepare for Q2. Brad Sawyer and I highlight quite a bit here. Generally speaking, it is a high stakes and complex world out there. Have a wonderful 4th! #govcon #governmentcontracting #defense https://rsm.buzz/3W72lwj

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