For many employers, there is significant confusion as to what federal wage and hours laws mean during these COVID-19 times we live in. The times have changed, but the laws haven’t. So, it’s crucial that employers understand what federal wage and hour laws mean in these ‘non-normal’ times we live in. What are the rules for […]
Significant opportunities exist for small businesses to sell to local government agencies in Milwaukee and in Southeastern Wisconsin. Please join us and learn about how to do business with government agencies in the area. Presentations will be followed by the opportunity for limited one-on-one meetings with Buyers. Meetings between Buyers and Registrants will be coordinated […]
Join us as we hear from the USDA Forest Service Procurement and Property Services Team about what it takes to do business with them. Learn about the agency, what they buy, how they buy, procurement forecasts, and more. The USDA Forest Service manages over 193 million acres of public lands including four national forests in […]
Calculating a Cyber Summary Score is not sufficient to provide adequate security and providing adequate security will not by itself comply with DFARS 252.204-7020. There are similarities between these clauses but there are also major differences which companies should understand and ensure that they incorporate into their contract compliance efforts. Until CMMC v2.0 is formally […]
Join us as the National Park Service Regional Small Business Lead explains what it takes to do business with the NPS. Learn about the agency, what they buy, how they buy, procurement forecasts, and more. The National Park Service manages nearly 400 sites, covering approximately 84.6 million acres of public lands. Six of these National […]
REGISTRATION is open at this link. Growing small businesses no longer have the luxury of a slow ramp-up to cybersecurity. Ransomware does not discriminate by business size, ownership, location, or industry. Learn about the steps you can take to fortify your company's operations against ransomware. The protection techniques you must incorporate in your business processes are no […]
DOD’s Basic Assessment captures a snapshot of a company’s System Security Plan and its Plan of Action. It reflects the efforts at a point in time and provides a baseline, a starting point for all future efforts. Achieving a perfect score of 110 is the goal and to do so will require companies to commit […]
Significant opportunities exist for small businesses to sell to State and Local governments and educational institutions. Please join us and learn about how to do business with the Madison Metropolitan School District, University of Wisconsin Madison, Madison Area Technical College, and Edgewood College. Presentations will be followed by the opportunity for limited one-on-one meetings with […]
Logs are an essential component of a cyber security program. Logs help to identify malicious activity and they are critical to performing forensic analysis. Understanding logs and their essential roles should be one of the major factors to consider when deciding whether to manage your cyber security program internally, utilize a third-party or use a […]
Past Performance will impact future contract awards. As a Federal Contractor it is very important to understand the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS), which collects and maintains Contractor’s Past Performance Information. Past performance is now included in the selection criteria in Government contracts. It is essential for the Contractor to review the comments and ratings […]