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08/15/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 08/15/2024 06:45

Deltek Costpoint at Deltek ProjectCon 2024

Deltek Costpoint at Deltek ProjectCon 2024

August 15, 2024
Tara Cannon
Product Marketing Manager

Mark your calendars, November 12-14, for the upcoming Deltek ProjectCon user conference - the ultimate gathering for project-based businesses. As a Deltek Costpoint user this is a can't miss event! This year's conference is the largest of its kind, where hundreds of fellow users will converge for three days filled with content, valuable connections, and heartfelt customer appreciation.

With Costpoint moving to quarterly releases, we're excited for users to hear directly from the Costpoint product team about the new features you're receiving on a more frequent basis including Interactive Emails for expedited time submission and expense approvals, the Quick Entry Expense Report, the new Costpoint MS Teams App and Ask Dela, the Costpoint AI Digital Assistant. In addition to learning how to use new features, attendees will get insight into the future product roadmap and learn tips and tricks from experts and fellow government contractors. Whether you've attended in the past or this is your first time, register today to save your spot!


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Five Reasons Costpoint Customers Can't Miss Deltek ProjectCon 2024

Strengthen Your Costpoint Product Knowledge

The number one reason people attend Deltek ProjectCon year after year is for the product sessions-and this year won't disappoint! With many users now upgraded to Costpoint 8.2, this year's conference will offer an exciting opportunity for you to gain insight into the newest features and enhancements, learn best practices from product experts, and hear tips and tricks from other users on how to get the most out of Costpoint.

Costpoint has seven sub-tracks this year that cover Costpoint solution domains, functional areas, and various project roles, with content spanning levels from beginner to advanced, so there truly is something for everyone. Before diving into session recommendations, just a reminder to prioritize attending the Costpoint Product Kick-off (CP-01) where Vice President of Product Management, Todd Walker, and the product management team will share more about the future of Costpoint with a glimpse into the roadmap and much more.

In addition to the kick-off, you can choose relevant sessions in each sub-track, depending on your role and interest. Below is a list of can't-miss sessions available in each sub-track, as well as targeted agendas that we've curated to help optimize your Deltek ProjectCon experience.

User Experience & Innovation
This sub-track is the place to be if you're looking for information on the latest Costpoint UX enhancements and innovations that aim to automate more processes and optimize workflows. From sessions on Ask Dela, Costpoint's AI Digital Assistant, to important cybersecurity updates, these sessions will connect the dots between the latest features in Costpoint and how they can be leveraged to benefit your business and gain a competitive edge.

Finance & Accounting
The Costpoint Projects & Accounting domains are where a great majority of Costpoint users spend their workday, and this sub-track will serve up valuable content for both beginner and advanced users. It will also highlight new features like workforce start and end dates and the new Intl EFT format, as well as FAR/CAS-specific accounting processes.

Business Intelligence & Forecasting
Business Intelligence (BI) is the lens in which users interact with, analyze and report on the data within Costpoint. From Tips & Tricks to Deep Dives, ensuring users have a good grasp of BI concepts will help you gain more value from their Costpoint solution. In addition to new features in the BI domain, this sub-track will cover interactions between other Costpoint domains and how they can be used together to create synergies.

  • Sample Agenda: Costpoint Data Analytics & Reporting
  • CP-21: Costpoint Business Intelligence: What's New and What's Next
  • CP-20: Leveraging Project Role Security for Self Service Reporting While Ensuring Role-Based Data Security
  • CP-26: Using Costpoint BI's Smart AI with Costpoint Planning Forecasts for Resource Planning and Analysis

Time, Expense & Workforce Management
Join our Time, Expense & Workforce Management sub-track to learn about how Costpoint's capabilities can help you plan and manage your resources more effectively, automate your HR processes, and revolutionize how employees enter time and expense. Roadmap sessions will discuss new features like the Quick Entry Expense Reports and the highly anticipated Costpoint MS Teams App, so you won't want to miss them!

Operations & Contracts Management
The Operations & Contract Management sub-track will focus on how to simplify your contract management and procurement processes-from opportunity tracking to contract closeout. We'll be covering tips and tricks, as well as deep dives into key functionality to help you take advantage of our latest enhancements. Plus, you can learn how to take advantage of available integration capabilities to streamline your operations.

  • Sample Agenda: Costpoint Contracts & Subcontracts Management
  • CP-30: Costpoint CRM & Contracts Roadmap: What's New & What's Next
  • CP-32: Harness the Power of GovWin IQ and Costpoint Opportunities
  • CP-33: Deep Dive: Contracts and Subcontracts
  • CP-35: Costpoint Tips and Tricks: Transform the Purchasing Department into a Cohesive Unit

Manufacturing & Supply Chain
The Costpoint Manufacturing and Supply Chain sub-track focuses on strategies to enhance efficiency, streamline processes, and ensure compliance. It covers the latest features and roadmap in Costpoint's procurement and manufacturing modules, best practices for inventory management, and advanced MRP. Attendees will learn to integrate Costpoint's modules for a cohesive purchasing process, improve data-driven decision-making and the value of integrated ERP and quality management systems. Real-world applications, such as managing Government Furnished Material and audit readiness strategies, will be featured. Leading customers, including top defense contractors, will share insights on utilizing Deltek's manufacturing solutions for operational success.

IT & Systems Administration
This Costpoint sub-track focuses on the cutting-edge developments and strategic investments shaping the future for Costpoint. Attendees will explore innovative technologies such as GenAI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity advancements. Sessions will cover best practices for adopting and integrating new technologies, optimizing IT infrastructure, and leveraging data analytics for decision-making.

  • CP-50: Costpoint Platform & Technology Roadmap: What's New & What's Next
  • CP-51: New login experience and security options in Costpoint 8.2
  • CP-54: Cloud & Cybersecurity Compliance Update

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
This special sub-track focuses entirely on the impending cybersecurity rule that will begin to affect Defense Contractors very soon. With a special guest speaker, Bob Metzger (referred to as the Father of CMMC), attendees can expect substantial and current CMMC information and industry thought leadership. Sessions will cover CMMC program basics, what to expect in the years to come and suggested best practices for preparing for audits.

  • CP-70: CMMC is launched: What Now? Then What?
  • CP-71 Navigating the Path to CMMC Compliance: Insights and Strategies from Industry Experts

Learn How Deltek is Committed to Your Project Management Success

Expand your knowledge beyond Costpoint and learn how Deltek is committed to your overall business success. The Customer Experience (CX) track includes sessions focused on how Deltek can help invigorate and protect your business. In this track, some of the key sessions include:

  • CX-02: General Session: Deltek Technology & Innovation
  • CX-05: Transforming Deltek Training: What's New and What's Next
  • And more!

Network with Other Costpoint Users

As a Deltek user, one of the many benefits is that you have a community of users you can connect with to answer questions, join user groups and share best practices for leveraging your Costpoint solution. Leverage onsite Deltek Project Nation Braindates (coming soon!) - topic-driven conversations that can be one-on-one or in a small group to brainstorm, solve challenges or share experiences with Vantagepoint. The XPO, sit-down meals and the customer appreciation event also are a great opportunity to interact with other users.

Uncover Complementary Costpoint Solutions

While you're at Deltek ProjectCon, we encourage you to check out our other project-based solutions that can help your company power your project success. You can join sessions or visit the XPO to learn about other Deltek solutions, including GovWin IQ, Project Portfolio Management (PPM), TIP Technologies, Deltek Talent Management, ProPricer, Replicon and solutions brought by Deltek Marketplace Partners!

Just filter the session catalog by role or product to learn more about how these solutions can extend your Costpoint capabilities and unlock new possibilities for your projects and business growth. You can also visit the XPO at Deltek ProjectCon to ask questions about these solutions.

Explore Additional Learning and Networking Opportunities

Attendees can schedule time to speak one-on-one in a Meet the Expert appointment or participate in a Pre-Conference Workshop. Additionally, there will be lots of networking and exploration opportunities available in the XPO, where attendees can learn about Deltek's full suite of products, discover our sponsoring partners' products and services, engage with our Deltek experts and explore new product concepts in the UX Lab.

We look forward to your joining us near Washington D.C. for the largest gathering of project-based professionals in November! Register today, and don't forget to invite your teams, colleagues and user groups to experience all that Deltek ProjectCon 2024 has to offer!


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Tara Cannon
Product Marketing Manager