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By Charles I. Budd PMP, Charlene S. Budd PhD, CPA, CMA, CFM, PMP. 2013
This volume presents practical guidance for the government manager on earned value management (EVM), from basic calculations to how to…
find the most useful information online. Emphasis is on the relevant reports that contractors are required to submit to the federal government as part of their compliance with mandated EVM on projects. Because the data submitted on reports do not translate automatically into recommendations for actions to be taken, information is included on how to analyze and evaluate contractor reports. This book is a must-read for understanding EVM on government projects.By Michael G. Martin PMP. 2013
This volume offers practical guidance on writing and preparing a description of government requirements, whether the document used is a…
statement of work (SOW), a performance work statement (PWS), or a statement of objectives (SOO). This description specifies exactly what good and services are being purchased, including their quality, requirements, quantity, and schedule for delivery, and also defines the relationship between the government and the contractor. From an overview of the elements that make a good SOW, to the methods for changing an SOW to meet new conditions, this is a hands-on resource for every government manager who is involved with contracts.By William J. Rothwell PhD, SPHR, Aileen G. Zaballero CPLP, John G. Park. 2014
Taxpayers deserve the very best from public services, and first-rate public services can only be provided by outstanding government workers.…
Federal human resource managers face the challenge of attracting and retaining high-caliber individuals within the constraints of ever-tightening budgets and often-conflicting political directives. From a talent management perspective, Optimizing Talent in the Federal Workforce explores:• Best practices for recruiting and selecting employees• Proven methods for developing and training employees• Optimal deployment and placement processes.This text is a must-read for anyone in or working toward a government management position.By Gregory T. Haugan PhD, PMP. 2013
The Government Manager's Guide to the Work Breakdown Structure The work breakdown structure (WBS) is a cornerstone of managing any…
project. Every government manager should understand how to construct a WBS in the project or program lifecycle. This quick reference presents the fundamental WBS principles, pragmatic steps for the government manager to follow in developing a project WBS, and a checklist for the project manager to use in reviewing a WBS. In addition, DOD recommendations for avoiding pitfalls in constructing a WBS are highlighted.By Jonathan Weinstein Pmp, Timothy Jacques Pmp. 2013
This realistic cross-section of the project management discipline in the federal arena will help anyone leading, working on, or affecting…
the direction of a project team. It covers the entire scope of project management from organization to methodology, technology to leadership. This volume focuses on the three project management organizational dimensions of culture, systems, and structure. Federal practices and successes in the areas of communication, project leadership, stakeholders, and key competencies are highlighted. The book offers clear and practical advice drawn from a variety of project management successes in the federal arena.By Federal Management Partners, Inc.. 2013
Many federal agencies have made huge strides to develop, fully utilize, and enhance the effectiveness of their most valuable resource:…
their workforce. This book captures those successes and relates the stories behind them. Innovative recruitment and retention strategies, dynamic employee onboarding programs, leading-edge HR technology—these are some of the stories that offer valuable lessons for anyone dealing with human resources issues in government, business, or any other organizational environment. The authors highlight not only the successful outcomes of various agency programs, but also consider the bumps and hurdles encountered and overcome along the way. Rather than a theoretical presentation of what might, or should, work, Human Capital Management: What Really Works in Government provides thought-provoking and practical examples detailing what federal agencies are doing that is working.By Terrence M. O'Connor. 2009
Thousands of contracting professionals have relied on the Federal Contracting Answer Book as their trusted guide to the highly regulated…
world of government procurement. In each edition the book has offered timely and accurate answers to the questions that arise daily in this complex field. Now in its third edition, this answer book is even more comprehensive. Written by experts who have extensive experience working in and teaching government contracting, the book includes all the latest changes and requirements. The question-and-answer format enables quick look-up and a concise presentation of the information. In this edition, new questions and answers have been added on avoiding proposal errors, debriefings, procurement vocabulary, regulatory changes, and best practices. In addition to these updates and revisions, the third edition includes new chapters on earned value management, GSA schedules, and contractor qualifications.By Judith G. Myers. 2013
The ability to write well correlates highly with the ability to think well—to analyze information, weigh alternatives, and make decisions.…
Government managers must make instructions and policies clear to employees, give effective presentations, and communicate effectively with the public. In addition, government managers must model clear, effective writing for their staffs. A comprehensive chapter on using social media effectively and appropriately is included.By Legette McIntyre. 2013
The Government Manager's Guide to Contract Negotiation Federal managers often find themselves at the negotiating table, charged with reaching a…
solid, fair deal for their agency. Now, you can gain a competitive edge in even the most difficult negotiations with time-tested, effective tactics from a noted authority on federal negotiations. This guide will help you understand the negotiation process, plan for it, develop strategies and tactics, anticipate and counter the other side's strategies and tactics, and conclude and document the negotiation. Concise, accessible, and authoritative, this book offers a veritable arsenal of winning strategies that you and your team can use in your next negotiation.By William G. Arnold CDFM-A. 2013
This guide offers sound and easy-to-apply advice to help government managers deal with appropriated funds properly and legally. It follows…
the organization of the Redbook, the Government Accountability Office's 2,000+ page Principles of Federal Appropriations Law. Government purchase card holders and approvers will find this book especially helpful in understanding the common risks that arise and how to avoid violating the myriad rules and regulations involved.By Queen E. Cox. 2012
Get the right directions for federal travel!Don't get lost in the tangled web of rules and regulations governing federal travel.…
Make sure you have the one guide that will put you on the road to being a knowledgeable and compliant government traveler— Navigating Federal Travel: A Q & A Roadmap.This essential reference is geared not only to government travelers and those authorizing and approving travel, but also to those who provide travel management services to government agencies. The guide is organized in question-and-answer format, similar to the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR), and is presented to be readily accessible and informative.The information is based on the author's years of experience as a federal travel manager as well as the FTR, Government Accountability Office and Civilian Board of Contract Appeals decisions, and pertinent legislation and mandates. As a supplement to the FTR, the guide includes examples of actual and potential situations the traveler may encounter before, during, and after approval of authorized travel.The book offers clear and concise information on:• How to determine the need for travel• How travel is authorized and by whom• How the employee pays for expenses incurred in performing official travel• How the employee is reimbursed for authorized travel and travel-related expenses.Navigating Federal Travel also includes coverage of best practices for the Agency/Organization Program Coordinator (A/OPC), who is responsible for managing the government travel charge card program. Appendices offer helpful websites and resources as well as special information for relocation.Get the right directions and follow the rules with Navigating Federal Travel: A Q & A Roadmap.By Charles D. Solloway. 2013
To be effective, every government manager must have a working knowledge of the source selection process. Even the most carefully…
crafted contract cannot repair the adverse mission impact of making a poor source selection decision. This accessible guide provides the framework you need. Its practical approach and concise presentation make it to the go-to resource on source selection for busy government managers.By Charles D. Solloway Jr., CPCM. 2013
You've Got Questions – We've Got AnswersQuestions can arise at any point in the process of working with government contracts.…
Now, you have an accessible resource you can trust for authoritative answers.Managing Federal Government Contracts: The Answer Book covers the contract management process from planning to closeout and all the steps in between. Using the regulations and legislation as a basis, author Charles Solloway draws on his many years of experience to craft answers that will help you address the issues you face every day .This book provides answers to the questions most commonly asked by government program and contracting personnel, contracting officer's representatives, contractor employees, inspectors, and all those involved in government contract management. The question-and-answer format makes getting the information you need quick and efficient. Examples of forms and templates drawn from actual contract work are included to make your work easier. Along with the basics on the roles of the various contract team members and the different aspects associated with each contract type, this resource covers:• Partnering issues• Data use for efficient contract management• Remedial actions and how to properly initiate them• The government's role with subcontractorsDon't let your questions go unanswered. Get Managing Federal Government Contracts: The Answer Book.By Scott A. Stanberry. 2012
Federal contracting . . . easy? With the fourth edition of Federal Contracting Made Easy, it is!Whether or not you…
consider federal contracting easy, it is certainly easier with this guide. Used successfully by thousands of contractors and feds, this book offers practical, hands-on, no-nonsense advice.Now in its fourth edition, Federal Contracting Made Easy lays out the entire federal contracting process in a readable and easy-to-understand style. This book covers how government procurement works, what you can do to cut though the red tape to speed your way to winning a contract, who the key players are, and tips for overcoming obstacles.New in this edition:• Discussion of government-wide acquisition contracts (GWACs)• Updates on women-owned small business• New status of service-disabled veteran-owned small business• Expanded list of relevant websites and resources• Introduction to the new System for Award Management (SAM)Whether you are about to enter the competitive world of federal contracting or have been bidding for contracts for years and are now looking for updated information and ideas, this is the book you need.The federal government awards billions of dollars in contracts for goods and services every year. This book will help you win a piece of that business.By Gregory A. Garrett PMP, Rene G. Rendon PMP. 2006
An indispensable resource for all defense industry professionals—governmental and commercial!Introducing the only book on the market offering valuable best practices…
and lessons learned for U.S. military program managementThe U.S. Department of Defense and the related defense industry together form the largest and most powerful government and business entity in the world, developing some of the most expensive and complex major systems ever created.U. S. Military Program Management presents a detailed discussion, from a multi-functional view, of the ins and outs of U.S. military program management and offers recommendations for improving practices in the future. More than 15 leading experts present case studies, best practices, and lessons learned from the Army, Navy, and Air Force, from both the government and industry/contractor perspectives.This book addresses the key competencies of effective U.S. military program management in six comprehensive sections:• Requirements management• Program leadership and teamwork• Risk and financial management• Supply chain management and logistics• Contract management and procurement• Special topicsBy David Perera, Steve Charles. 2012
Unlock the Door to the Federal IT MarketplaceHere's your key to selling IT goods and services to the government. David…
Perera and Steve Charles present the ins and outs of successfully competing for—and winning—a share of the tens of billions of dollars the federal government spends each year on IT. Getting a piece of that business is not easy—it takes accurate knowledge of systems and procedures, as well as sharp insight into the structure and details of government procurement.The Inside Guide to the Federal IT Market penetrates the haze of jargon and apparent complexity to reveal the inner workings of the IT contracting process. Whether you're just setting out or seek a bigger share, this comprehensive book provides valuable information you can put to immediate use. The Inside Guide to the Federal IT Market covers:• Technology standards• Basic contracting concepts• Advanced contracting concepts, such as getting on and staying on the GSA schedules• The effect of the federal budget process on the sales cycle• What you need to know about ethics to earn business fairly, without avoidable delays and hassleThis book's focus on the IT market makes it a unique reference on federal procurement for private companies. Government procurement personnel will also find the depth and breadth of coverage useful in reviewing and evaluating IT offerings.By Darrell J. Oyer CPA. 2012
This master reference is essential if you contract with the government!Correctly pricing your goods or services—and making certain that those…
prices are in compliance with myriad federal rules and regulations—is essential to doing business with the government…and ensuring your commercial success. Cost-Based Pricing: A Guide for Government Contractors shows you how to appropriately estimate and price for government contracts and defend those estimates in a government contracting and subcontracting environment. This practical book includes coverage of all government pricing rules and regulations as well as pertinent aspects of related laws, such as the Truth in Negotiations Act.The book walks you through every step of the estimating process. From figuring direct labor costs to intra-company transfers to contract modifications, the coverage is extensive yet accessible for even those new to the process. Using Cost-Based Pricing, you will be able to:• Develop more realistic estimates• Enhance your support of those estimates in negotiations• Avoid violations of the Truth in Negotiations Act• Increase your chances of securing a fair and reasonable priceCost-Based Pricing: A Guide for Government Contractors can make the difference between your success—and profitability—and failure in the federal government arena.By Stan Uhlig. 2012
Follow the Path to Success in Federal Construction ContractingOpportunities abound in federal government construction contracting, but the devil is in…
the details. Companies performing work for the federal government must plan and operate based on very specific guidelines and regulations. Knowing how to work within those strict parameters makes the difference between success and failure.Federal Construction Contracting Made Easy is your road map to successfully identifying, planning, and completing government construction projects. This book guides you in finding opportunities, preparing winning proposals, and staying in compliance on construction projects. It is the one resource you will need to work in this competitive arena. The book provides guidance on:• Understanding the Federal Acquisition Regulation and knowing when and how to use it for your benefit and protection• Preparing quality control and safety programs that comply with federal regulations and processes• Determining when a change order is required and how to price and properly process• Identifying a claim and knowing how to process itFederal Construction Contracting Made Easy is an invaluable resource for construction firms, architect/engineer firms, subcontractors, and vendors that want to do business with the federal government.Plus! A handy glossary of terms is included.Bonus: Federal Construction Contracting Made Easy: A Field Guide to the FAR is available as a supplement for project superintendents.By Bob Boyd. 2012
The Classic COR/COTR Reference Updated!Incorporating the most important changes to regulations affecting federal acquisition, this third edition of The COR/COTR…
Answer Book remains the “go to” reference for CORs, COs, and other acquisition professionals.Included in this third edition are:• Updated and expanded coverage of the policies and regulations on government property• Revised dollar thresholds that comply with the most recent changes• In-depth coverage of performance-based paymentsCoverage of the new FAR rules on COR certification details the elements of this new three-tiered mandatory certification program, along with the requirements on training, experience, and continuous learning. The easy-to-use question and answer format facilitates quick access to specific information. In this third edition, The COR/COTR Answer Book continues a tradition of trusted service to acquisition professionals carrying out their vital role in contract planning, formation, and administration.By William G. Arnold CDFM-A, CCA. 2012
Avoid Violations of the Antideficiency Act!Antideficiency Act (ADA) violations within both the financial and audit communities are now at an…
all-time high. Violations often result from a lack of knowledge about what is and what is not permissible under the law. The Antideficiency Act Answer Book is an easy-to-understand question-and-answer tool that guides you through all the rules associated with the Antideficiency Act and helps you detect and report violations in a timely manner.• Covers all aspects of the Antideficiency Act, from its history to common violations, penalties for violation, and reporting requirements• Includes the tools you need to help avoid Antideficiency Act violations• Plus! Includes an analysis of all the ADA reports collected by the Government Accountability Office, summarized by agency, appropriation, amount, and type of violation.Buy both The Antideficiency Act Answer Book and The Prompt Payment Act Answer Book, save $10 at checkout by entering coupon code COMBO2.