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You didn’t plan to run your business out of spreadsheets. They just showed up. One to track indirect rates because QuickBooks couldn’t. Another to reconcile billing because the numbers didn’t quite line up. A third because leadership needed a report now , not after month-end close. None of that means you’re doing anything wrong. It usually means you’re growing. But in government contracting, growth has a habit of exposing system gaps long before it exposes people gaps. And wh

Heading to Deltek ProjectCon 2025 ? Don’t miss CRI’s Braindate session  on how to prepare for your next Costpoint upgrade or new release — a critical step in keeping your systems running smoothly. 📅 Session Details Topic:   Things to Do Before a Costpoint Upgrade or New Release Date/Time:  Tuesday, November 11 at 2:30 PM Location:  Braindate Lounge — Rockies Square | Level 2 With the Costpoint 8.2.3 release  introducing new features and functionality, now is the time to get

Get a FREE Systems Review & Recommendation to see where you stand and what will help you get where you want to go. For many government contractors, the end of the year is when the big questions surface: Are our systems really supporting us? Do we have the right tools for the growth we’re planning? When your systems aren’t keeping pace, it can be hard to determine what the right path forward is. Figuring out what needs to change (and what doesn’t) can be tricky without a secon

It’s that time of year again – budgets are closing, contracts are wrapping up, and contractors everywhere are rushing to get new systems purchased and implemented before deadlines hit. For many, that means investing in Deltek Costpoint. Costpoint is a powerful tool, but here’s the thing: the way it’s implemented makes all the difference. Get it right, and you’ll have a system that scales with your growth, keeps compliance tight, and saves your team hours of frustration. Get i

For growing small to mid-sized government contractors, winning new work is often the easy part. What comes next — managing that growth behind the scenes — is where things get complicated fast. If your back office still relies on manual data entry, spreadsheets, and QuickBooks , you’re not alone. These tools work — until they don’t. And if you’ve explored more robust systems, you may have walked away thinking: “This looks more complicated than what I’m doing now.” “The impleme

The recent wave of government spending cuts and DOGE (Defense Oversight and Government Efficiency) initiatives have left many government contractors feeling uncertain about the future. With reduced budgets and shifting priorities, many businesses are choosing to play it safe - delaying big decisions, pausing hiring, and sticking with current manual processes until the dust settles. While some contractors are retreating, others are seizing the opportunity to optimize their ope

The Challenge As a government contractor, you’re focused on delivering results, winning contracts, and growing your business. But behind...

As technology continues to evolve, so do cyber threats. For government contractors, protecting data is no longer just a compliance...

As the end of the calendar year approaches, government contractors face a prime opportunity to align their operations and accounting systems for the new year. If you’ve been considering implementing or upgrading to Deltek Costpoint, Costpoint Celerity  offers a solution you can’t afford to overlook. With its rapid implementation, cost savings, and immediate compliance readiness , Costpoint Celerity helps contractors streamline operations before the clock resets. Here’s why no

With Costpoint 8.1 entering Maintenance Support in June 2024 and transitioning to Sustaining Support by April 2026, it’s time to start...

Contractors working with wage determination contracts are tasked with managing a complex web of regulations to ensure employees are paid accurately, remain in compliance with the law, and avoid costly penalties. Successfully navigating this process requires a thorough understanding of contract requirements and a robust system for tracking and managing payroll. How can you ensure you implement a winning strategy? Below is a comprehensive guide to help contractors streamline th

In a bid to foster a more inclusive and competitive contracting environment, the government is actively working to lower the barriers to entry for smaller and disadvantaged businesses (SDBs). This initiative is designed to create a level playing field, enabling these businesses to compete more effectively for federal contracts. For small contractors, this shift presents a significant opportunity to expand their reach and capabilities without overextending their resources. Let

Here is where we’re at. As of May 31, 2024, several services associated with specific versions of QuickBooks Desktop will no longer be...

With big changes coming to QuickBooks this summer, its viability for government contracting comes into question. Let’s look at the...

The Deltek Costpoint 8.2.8 is right around the corner. This first quarterly release includes exciting new features as well as increased...

Government contractors can leverage a variety of tools to enhance their success in a competitive landscape. These tools allow GovCons to...

In late December we reached out to Deltek for support on an issue we were having with Costpoint timesheet import and expense preprocessor...

The end of the year is fast approaching and we want to ensure your closeouts are going smoothly with your systems. Below we've shared...

It's that time of year again! Deltek ProjectCon 2023 is right around the corner and once again CRI is making the journey to meet and...

Government Approved Purchasing Systems - What are they? Who needs them? How are they approved? and Why should you have one?