On January 7, 2026, the Trump Administration issued the Executive Order “Prioritizing the Warfighter in Defense Contracting.” It’s one of the most significant shifts in defense acquisition policy in decades—and its message couldn’t be clearer: performance, speed, and accountability now outrank short-term financial maneuvers.
“Our Nation can only be at peace if we maintain strength. The...
Author: Kinetek Consulting
January 12, 2026
Performance Is Now Policy: What the New Executive Order Means for Defense Contractors
by Kinetek Consulting
February 19, 2025
Navigating DOGE as a Federal Contractor: Ensuring Compliance and Modernization
by Kinetek Consulting
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is reshaping federal contracting by enforcing spending cuts, deregulation, and modernization. This blog explores how DOGE impacts government contractors and highlights the essential tools needed for compliance and efficiency. Read now to stay ahead in the federal contracting space by embracing technology-driven modernization with expert guidance.
December 2, 2024
Streamline Your Costpoint Year-End Closing with Confidence
by Kinetek Consulting
As the calendar turns, a new year full of opportunities awaits. But for accounting professionals, the excitement often comes with a familiar challenge: the year-end close. This critical process, with its complex reconciliations, stringent reporting requirements, and ever-present compliance needs, can feel overwhelming.
Fear not. With the right tools, guidance, and a proactive approach, you can turn year-end...
January 4, 2024
Exploring the Top 5 Benefits of Deltek Costpoint 8.2
by Kinetek Consulting
In the ever-evolving landscape of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions, staying ahead of the curve is essential for businesses aiming for efficiency, transparency, and growth. Deltek Costpoint 8.2 stands at the forefront of innovation, the latest release offers a host of new features designed to enhance user adoption, streamline processes, and elevate your business to new heights. Let's delve into the...
November 1, 2023
Unveiling the Power of Cognos 12: Custom Reporting and Dashboards for Government Contractors and Project Focused Businesses
by Kinetek Consulting
In the era of data-driven decision-making, Cognos 12 emerges as a transformative tool for government contractors and project-focused businesses. With enhanced data visualization, AI-powered insights, real-time data integration, and robust security features, Cognos 12 empowers users to extract valuable insights from their data. Custom reporting and interactive dashboards enable tailored insights, collaboration, and automation, leading to increased efficiency and cost reduction. Furthermore, Cognos 12's scalability ensures it grows with your business. Dive into this blog to explore how Cognos 12 can propel your organization toward data-driven excellence and success.
August 24, 2023
Understanding Cost Pools in Deltek Costpoint: Unveiling their Significance
by Kinetek Consulting
In the ever-evolving landscape of project management and accounting, Deltek Costpoint has emerged as a robust solution for government contractors, manufacturing companies, and professional services firms. At the heart of its sophisticated financial architecture lies a concept crucial to accurate cost allocation and insightful financial reporting: Cost Pools. In this blog post, we'll delve into what Cost Pools...