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The Role Managers Play in Creating Everyday Inclusion
The manager-employee relationship defines the workplace experience. See how leaders influence engagement, inclusion, and whether people thrive or move on.
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2026 GovCon Clarity Report: Five Trends Redefining Government Contracting
Discover the 5 trends reshaping GovCon in 2026 - AI governance, compliance, diversification, and balancing growth with profitability.
Golden Dome Raises Quality and Manufacturing Stakes
Golden Dome shifts focus from winning to execution. See where quality, traceability and production processes may break down as programs scale.
Deltek Earns Strong G2 Recognition Across the Portfolio for Summer 2026
Deltek has once again been named a Leader in G2’s Summer 2026 Grid® Reports—marking our 23rd consecutive quarter of recognition!
Your Material Estimation Process May Work. What Happens When You Must Prove It?
Most proposals don't lose on price. They lose on defensibility. Learn why material estimation traceability is your biggest proposal risk — and what to do about it.
Army MAPS, GovCon Proposals, and How Contractors can Compete
Learn about the Army MAPS contract vehicle, and what federal contractors need to create winning GovCon proposals and compete on RFPs like this in 2026.
Fixed-Price Contracts Don't Create Margin Risk. Bad Estimates Do.
Explore how the Fixed-Price Executive Order is changing GovCon operations, pricing discipline, execution visibility, and profitability management.
Golden Dome Execution Starts Before Award: Program Control Lessons for SHIELD Teams
SHIELD task orders move quickly from award to execution. Explore why cost, schedule, and data alignment matter early for Golden Dome program teams.
Golden Dome Is a Financial Stress Test: Is Your ERP Ready for SHIELD Task Orders?
Golden Dome SHIELD task orders test ERP, compliance, and financial controls. Learn how finance leaders can prepare for long-term execution and audits.
Golden Dome Opportunities Take Shape Early: What SHIELD Means for GovCon BD
Golden Dome and the SHIELD IDIQ are reshaping how GovCon BD teams identify, qualify, and plan for task order opportunities before solicitations are released.
Where Do You Really Stand? What Deltek Clarity Reveals About the State of Project-Based Businesses
More than just annual industry reports, the Deltek Clarity Studies are a strategic resource to help you benchmark performance, align teams and make informed decisions that drive better business outcomes.
Decoding the Government Contracting Market Environment for Small Business
Discover FY 2026 federal small business contracting trends, 8(a) shifts, market challenges, and steps to strengthen your GovCon strategy.
How SLED Government Contractors are Buying Differently in 2026
Here’s what state and local government contractors can learn from the first quarter of 2026, plus takeaways and winning strategies for the rest of the year.