Government Manufacturing Conference: Supporting the Federal and Defense Supply Chain

The Federal government depends on manufacturers that can deliver on time, at projected cost, and meet all performance requirements. This requires an understanding of Government’s challenges, priorities, regulations, and processes. Whether you are considering entering the market, growing your Defense business or just want to hone your skills to get that competitive edge, you should attend.

• Paul Gosling Vice President Defense, Global Purchasing & Supply Chain, Oshkosh Corporation.
• Daryl Zahn Manager, Contracts and Compliance, DRS Power & Control Technologies, Inc.
• Steve Zink, Recent VP Mack Defense and Oshkosh Corporation
• Wisconsin Procurement Insitute
• And more!

AGENDA Includes:

• An Overview of the Federal Marketplace for Manufacturers
• From Design to Prototype for the Military
• YOUR Contract Responsibilities
• Critical Issues for Defense Manufacturers
• The Defense Supply Chain
• Lunch with MENTOR PANEL
• Developing Federal Market Strategy
• YOUR Contract Responsibilities – the DETAIL
• Federal Acquisition Regulations – Friend or Foe
• Selling directly to the Federal Government
• Acquisition Schedule
• Security on Classified Programs
• ITAR (International Traffic and Arms Regulations
• Intellectual Property/Trade Secrets
• Drawings and Specifications
• Product Changes (Configuration Management)
• Quality
• Barriers to Entry