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[Call For Papers] Carl Liggio Memorial Call for Papers on Management Reporting Structures The John L. Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance and the Association of Corporate Counsel are sponsoring the Carl Liggio Memorial Call for Papers. This call for papers is distinct from the John L. Weinberg/IRRCI Research Paper. One paper submitted in response to this call for papers will be selected to receive the Carl Liggio Memorial Award and a $20,000 award. The winning paper will be presented at the 2024 Weinberg Center/ECGI Corporate Governance Symposium. [TOPICS]: We encourage submission of unpublished papers addressing the topic of corporate management reporting structures with a focus on one or more of the following: - Reporting structures for an organization's General Counsel/Chief Legal Officer - Board access to general counsel/chief legal officer and/or compliance officer, including reporting obligations - Impacts of management reporting structure on an organization's legal, regulatory, and ethical compliance; risk management; and/or other key corporate functions and obligations Two papers will be selected. One paper will be the winning paper of the ACC/Weinberg Center Carl Liggio Memorial paper competition, will receive a $20,000 prize, and present in person at the Weinberg Center's Symposium. The second, runner-up paper, will receive a $10,000 prize. The deadline for paper submissions is Friday, 17 November 2023. [CARL LIGGIO MEMORIAL CALL FOR PAPERS AWARD COMPETITION GUIDELINES/PROCEDURES]: Papers should be submitted using the following guidelines. Failure to comply with these guidelines may disqualify papers. - Papers must have not been accepted for publication at the time of submission. - Papers should be submitted with a cover page that includes the paper title, full name and affiliation of author(s), and a 100 to 250-word abstract. - If selected as the winner of the ACC/Weinberg Center Carl Liggio Memorial paper competition, it is required that the author or, if applicable, one of the paper's authors, be available to present the paper in-person at the Weinberg Center/ ECGI Symposium on March 15, 2024. Please submit your papers to https://lnkd.in/dGtU-FES [FURTHER INFORMATION]: General inquiries regarding the competition or the Symposium should be directed to Amy Chai, ACC AGC & Director of Advocacy Initiatives, a.chai@acc.com, (202) 696-1554. Please note that the selection of winners/finalists, if any, is at the sole discretion of the Association of Corporate Counsel. ACC fully anticipates awarding $20,000 and a $10,000 prize, but reserves the right to select no papers as winners in the event papers submitted do not meet the above guidelines and/or ACC does not believe any paper is worthy of the award.

Mastering FAR & DFARS: A Non-Negotiable for Government Contractors In federal contracting, understanding FAR and DFARS is not just compliance, but a strategic asset. These regulations ensure fair and transparent dealings with U.S. federal agencies, particularly the Department of Defense. Non-compliance can lead to penalties or contract termination. Hence, a robust compliance program is essential. This includes clear policies, regular training, audits, and efficient technology use for compliance automation. High-risk areas like cost accounting and purchasing systems demand special attention. Ultimately, FAR and DFARS compliance isn’t just about rules; it’s about integrity, competitive edge, and sustainable relationships in government contracting. Read our team at Quadrant Four’s latest piece for more insight below.

Resharing my Quadrant Four colleagues' latest incisive analysis on managing intricate FAR and DFARS regulatory compliance. As they have highlighted, evolving cybersecurity and supply chain mandates compound complex quality, accounting, and purchasing obligations. Effectively competing in this sphere relies on governance transcending legal checkboxes to become ingrained culture. Technical requirements may dominate discussions but responsibility starts with leadership commitment and investment in training so teams embrace compliance as collective duty. Transforming rules into realized potential relies on this transformation first. Contracting codified properly unlocks abundant opportunities to conjugate private creativity with public needs. But only if deciphered diligently rather than disregarded as bureaucracy. Insightful perspectives such as this can propel organizations towards elevated governance.

Government contracting follows complex rules which shape how private organizations can contribute to public sector missions. In our latest piece, we explore the intricacies of critical FAR and DFARS regulations that enterprises must internalize to reap federal opportunities while safeguarding interests. As we analyzed, non-adherence invites financial, legal, and reputational hazards given expanding compliance mandates. Recent expansions address cybersecurity risks and supply chain vulnerabilities periling critical infrastructure. But also reinforce longstanding stipulations around purchasing, quality assurance, and more that demand diligence. Effectively navigating this landscape relies on governance spanning policies, training, auditing, and transparency so compliance becomes a cultural commitment versus a bureaucratic burden. The code underpinning federal contracting evolves continuously - but interpreted properly unlocks substantial possibilities for positive impact.

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The Contractor's Guide to FAR and DFARS Compliance from our Quadrant Four Team. Government contracting follows complex rules which shape how private organizations can contribute to public sector missions. In our latest piece, we explore the intricacies of critical FAR and DFARS regulations that enterprises must internalize to reap federal opportunities while safeguarding interests. As we analyzed, non-adherence invites financial, legal, and reputational hazards given expanding compliance mandates. Recent expansions address cybersecurity risks and supply chain vulnerabilities periling critical infrastructure. But also reinforce longstanding stipulations around purchasing, quality assurance, and more that demand diligence. Effectively navigating this landscape relies on governance spanning policies, training, auditing, and transparency so compliance becomes a cultural commitment versus a bureaucratic burden. The code underpinning federal contracting evolves continuously - but interpreted properly unlocks substantial possibilities for positive impact. Marc Packler—CISSP, CISM, CASP, PMP, TS/SCI & Anthony Thomas

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Join FORVIS tomorrow to hear our panel offer initial analysis and thoughts on how elements of the Proposed CMMC Rule could affect your organization! A few topics our legal, executive, and assessor panelists will cover include: -Rollout timeline -Scoping updates -MSP/ESP/CSP considerations -POAM eligibility and criteria -Q&A

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