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The Benefits of Using Nine EVMS Process Groups

November 10, 2013 EVMS Basic Concepts

The benefit to a contractor initially developing its management system and the documentation of that management system in a System Description Document (SDD) using the Nine Process Groups is to clearly and completely structure its SDD in a natural grouping of related topics. Below are the Nine Process Groups mapped to the EIA-748 Guidelines: Guideline Areas […]

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EVM Systems – The 16 Foundational Guidelines

August 22, 2013 Earned Value Management System (EVMS)

The Earned Value Management System (EVMS) – Standard Surveillance Instruction (SSI) (latest revision February 2012) defines the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) standardized methodology to conduct contractor surveillance on EVM Systems. This includes assessment of contractor processes and procedures to ensure the 32 EIA-748 Guidelines are being followed when contractually required. Of the 32 Guidelines, […]

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7 Principles of Earned Value Management Tier 2 System Implementation | EVM Analysis

August 12, 2013 ASPR

Updated: Watch our review video of 7 Principles of Earned Value Management Tier 2 System Implementation Intent Guide The Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR) issued the “7 Principles of Earned Value Management Tier 2 System Implementation Intent Guide,” 21 December 2011.  Since most of BARDA acquisitions are unique in that they are not […]

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Earned Value Management for Biotech and Pharma – Part 2 Accounting

August 2, 2013 BARDA

By Ric Brock – Engagement Director, Humphreys & Associates As a follow up to our article on the Earned Value Management for Biotech and Pharma Industries, this is a quick look at how Biotech and Pharma companies collect and manage costs compared to accounting requirements on federal acquisitions. The Operating Model for the Biotech and Pharma Industry […]

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EVM for Biotech and Pharma – Part I Implementation and Training

July 23, 2013 BARDA

Updated December 13, 2017   As you know, the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) is a management process with characteristics that are absolutely logical to manage projects whether there is an external customer or not. The EVMS is also required by the Federal Government on DOD, DOE, FAA, NSA, DOT, DOJ, NASA, etc. contracts over […]

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DFARS 252.234-7001 – “Thou Shalt Do Earned Value”

July 18, 2013 DFARS

Overview Earned Value Management (EVM) have become increasingly relevant for industries like Biotech and Pharma. Hypothetically, your organization has received a Request for Proposal (RFP) and wishes to bid for the work.  The RFP includes the clause DFARS 252.234-7001 if the cost to the government is anticipated to be in excess of $20M.  What choices does […]

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