Day 3
Closes the series with an enterprise view of data standardization and operational execution. Sessions cover procurement data standards, Government Purchase Card (GPC), Contract Writing System (CWS) modernization, and Defense Contracting Management Agency (DCMA) tools—emphasizing how aligned systems, standardized data, and cross-organizational capabilities strengthen the Procure-to-Pay ecosystem.
Topics:
1. Data Standards
Provides a detailed overview of procurement data standards, including PRDS, PDS, and ADS. Covers recent updates, “latest and greatest” enhancements, and the importance of standardization for interoperability, reporting, and data quality. Includes discussion on how resolving fatal errors supports standardization and system alignment.
2. Government Purchase Card (GPC)
Highlights DLA’s digital transformation initiatives, including efforts to shape the future of data-driven acquisition. May include insights from the DLA Digital Transformation Summit and enterprise data strategy.
3. Contract Writing Systems (CWS)
Discusses Contract Writing System transformation, including how the four target CWSs are collaborating to modernize contracting capabilities. Covers contract conformance (including Contract Conformance 2.0) and alignment with enterprise data standards. May include updates on new CWS capabilities and system integration efforts.
4. Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)
Explores DCMA tools, including PIEE eTools and MOCAS, and how they enhance contract administration. Focuses on how these tools can be leveraged enterprise-wide to improve overall contracting processes, even outside of DCMA-specific use cases.