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What Data Should We Bring into Unanet?

December 7, 2024/in Advice, GovCon /by BOOST

Data—it’s the soul of any project-based accounting system. The question is always, when we upgrade our company’s system, how much historical data should we bring into it? The initial reaction from most clients is, can we bring it all in (total company history)? We understand the desire to have all of your company’s history in […]

How Many Team Members Should be on Configuration Calls?

December 1, 2024/in Advice, GovCon /by BOOST

The short answer is as few as possible. Generally, one to three team members is all that is needed for configuration meetings. The reason is simple – too many team members create unnecessary complexity, ambiguity and chaos in the process. The key to effectively managing time and budget is to control the process. Having too […]

Most Common Pitfalls During Implementations

November 14, 2024/in GovCon /by BOOST

Considering upgrading your software or Implementing an ERP system? What to know before you take the leap: While implementations can be stressful and taxing on your team, they don’t have to be. If you want to save time, effort and money – here are a few tips: Know your current state. (Business processes, software/tools, other resources) […]

Why Your Company Handbook Should Include State Compliance, Annual Signatures, and a Yearly Review

November 7, 2024/in GovCon, Human Resources /by Lindsay Moore

Did you know that your handbook should include state compliance for all of the states your employees work in, especially in today’s remote workforce? Did you also know that you should collect signatures from employees annually demonstrating that they’ve signed off on your handbook? And since there are always policies changing and laws updating, did […]

Finding the Right Fit: Recruiting with Core Values

October 21, 2024/in GovCon, Human Resources /by Amanda Martin

As a corporate recruiter, my job is more than just filling positions—it’s about finding the right people who not only have the technical skills we need but also vibe with our company’s core values. These little gems are the heartbeat of a company, and they play a huge role in attracting and keeping the right […]

Is it Time to Bring in a Third-Party Investigator?

October 21, 2024/in GovCon, Human Resources /by BOOST

Let’s face it, if you have employees, it’s only a matter of time before you have employee relations issues. And handling employee issues can be complicated, draining, and time-consuming, especially when it comes to investigating the situation. It may be time to bring in a third party to help handle these issues, and here’s why: […]

Next Level Talent: Is it Best to Buy it or Grow it?

October 4, 2024/in GovCon, Talent Acquisition /by BOOST

Consider two companies, each with comparable, average employee turnover rates for their industries. An executive team discussion at Company A goes something like this, “We’re not going to invest too much into talent development. We’ll just be setting ourselves up for our competitors to steal our best people after we invested our money in them. […]

Cost Accounting Standards

October 2, 2024/in Uncategorized /by BOOST

As a government contractor, you must learn the applicable regulations and comply with them strictly. One such regulation is the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), which generally applies to contracts exceeding a specified dollar amount. The requirements are complex, so we have prepared this guide to help. You will learn the cost accounting standards thresholds and […]

DCAA Incurred Cost Submission

October 2, 2024/in Uncategorized /by BOOST

Government contractors usually bill incurred costs using estimated or provisional indirect rates. Once the fiscal year closes, they determine the actual costs incurred, meaning they can now calculate the final indirect rates. Incurred cost submission (ICS) or incurred cost proposal (ICP) allows contractors to calculate refunds due when they bill less than the actual indirect […]

Is it Time to Break Up with Your Benefits Broker?

September 23, 2024/in GovCon, Human Resources /by BOOST

Is your broker not meeting your expectations? Are they not available when you need them? Do you wonder how they’re even helping you? Now may be a good time to evaluate all your options and consider other brokers. How to Shop for the Right Benefits Broker Finding the right benefits broker is a crucial step […]