Tools & Strategies

14 Sep 2026

NSIC Briefs: GovCon Growth, Financial Readiness & Procurement Insights

The National Security Innovation Council (NSIC) brings together leaders across government, industry, academia, and the Texas innovation ecosystem to help connect national security challenges with people and organizations that can solve them. Its mission is to make Texas a partner of choice for accelerating national security innovation and problem-solving. Drew…

Jeremy Salvador

Growth Strategies, Insights Journal, Webinars

08 Sep 2026

Beyond the Multiple: What Really Drives Value in GovCon M&A

What Drives Value in GovCon M&A? The short answer: buyers are evaluating the durability and transferability of future cash flow, not just historical revenue. For a government contractor, that means looking at customer and contract concentration, set-aside and size-status implications, backlog quality, past performance, financial reporting, compliance, employee retention, and…

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Client Spotlight

John Eubank, Founder & CEO of 10x National Security

10 Aug 2026

How 10x National Security Built a Resilient GovCon Business Designed to Scale

Badger CPA helps government contractors build scalable financial operations and get more value from platforms such as Unanet.

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Insights Journal, Operations & Workforce, Technology & Operations, Tools & Strategies

31 Jul 2026

Top 7 ERP Challenges Disrupting Daily Operations

Mid-sized business owners and finance leaders increasingly ask the same question: why does a new ERP or accounting system implementation so often make daily operations harder before it makes them easier? The short answer is that most disruptions trace back to a handful of predictable, well-documented ERP implementation challenges —…

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Compliance & Accounting, Government & Compliance, Industry-Specific Strategies, Insights Journal

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22 Jun 2026

What Is Incurred Cost Submission Support?

Winning a federal contract is a major achievement—but for government contractors working under cost-reimbursable agreements, the real work starts after award. Maintaining compliance demands accurate financial reporting, airtight cost allocation, and timely annual submissions to the government. One of the most critical of these requirements is the Incurred Cost Submission (ICS), often referred to as the…

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Compliance & Accounting, Insights Journal, Operations & Workforce

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21 May 2026

How Payroll Reporting Affects Contractor Profitability

Growth-oriented organizations rarely struggle because they lack revenue. More often, they struggle because they lack visibility. If you do not understand your indirect cost rate, you do not understand your true financial position.

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Industry-Specific Strategies, Webinars

05 May 2026

Financial Governance for Grant-Funded Nonprofits

With Shannon Badger & Gavin Wilson

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Compliance & Accounting, Insights Journal, Operations & Workforce

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24 Apr 2026

Restricted Funds, Indirect Rates, and Cost Allocation: The Silent Margin Killer

Growth-oriented organizations rarely struggle because they lack revenue. More often, they struggle because they lack visibility. If you do not understand your indirect cost rate, you do not understand your true financial position.

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Compliance & Accounting, Growth Strategies, Insights Journal

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06 Mar 2026

Compliance Isn’t Strategy: Why Clean Books Don’t Guarantee Financial Health for Nonprofits

For many nonprofit leaders, “clean books” feel like the summit of financial success, books that reconcile, balance, and pass audit checks. But compliance alone doesn’t create financial health, it simply confirms that the numbers add up.

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Compliance & Accounting, Growth Strategies, Insights Journal

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10 Feb 2026

Do I Need A CFO, A Controller, Or Just A Better CPA?

If you’re asking whether you need a CFO, a controller, or a CPA, you’re not confused. You’re scaling. The real goal isn’t adding headcount. It’s gaining clarity, confidence, and control over your financial picture.

Leslie Llewellyn

Compliance & Accounting, Insights Journal

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07 Jan 2026

What Small GovCon Businesses Must Do To Meet CMMC Compliance

As of November 2025, the DoD began the first phase of CMMC enforcement. Knowing what comes next is key to maintaining momentum and avoiding compliance gaps.

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Insights Journal, Technology & Systems

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01 Dec 2025

Is Unanet The Right Fit For Your GovCon Business?

ITCON, a thriving federal government contractor with more than 200 employees turned to Badger CPA as a strategic accounting partner.

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Insights Journal, Technology & Systems

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03 Nov 2025

Sage and Criterion: A New Era For HR and Payroll

ITCON, a thriving federal government contractor with more than 200 employees turned to Badger CPA as a strategic accounting partner.

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Client Spotlight

29 Sep 2025

From Startup to 200 Employees

ITCON, a thriving federal government contractor with more than 200 employees turned to Badger CPA as a strategic accounting partner.

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Economy & Community, Insights Journal

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15 Sep 2025

You Got Your DoD Contract… Now What?

Timely decisions are essential to achieving long-term success. The easiest way to protect your bottom line and avoid costly surprises is by staying on top of your quarterly taxes.

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Economy & Community, Insights Journal

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25 Aug 2025

Stay Ahead: 2025 Estimated Tax Deadlines

Timely decisions are essential to achieving long-term success. The easiest way to protect your bottom line and avoid costly surprises is by staying on top of your quarterly taxes.

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Economy & Community, Insights Journal

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04 Aug 2025

What Does Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Mean for My Business in 2026?

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act introduces several tax provisions that will significantly impact small businesses both immediately and over the long term.

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Economy & Community, Insights Journal, Tools & Strategies

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28 Jul 2025

Government Contracting: Innovation, Compliance & What’s Next

Government contracting is undergoing a period of rapid transformation. New technologies, evolving compliance standards, and the demand for speed and scalability are raising the bar for contractors. Yet, with the right financial support, what may feel challenging can become a competitive advantage.

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Economy & Community, Insights Journal, Tools & Strategies

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24 Jun 2025

Your CPA Sets the Strategy — QuickBooks AI Powers It

Working with an experienced certified public accountant can help small business owners in San Antonio maximize QuickBooks’ AI while ensuring their financial foundation remains intact.

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Compliance & Accounting, Insights Journal, Tools & Strategies

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16 Jun 2025

2025 ICS Filing: 10 Things Government Contractors Must Know

The Incurred Cost Submission (ICS), also known as the ICE Report, is a critical compliance requirement for government contractors with cost-reimbursement contracts. With the June 30, 2025, ICS filing deadline quickly approaching, now is the time to double-check your data, documentation, and strategy. Here are the top things government contractors…

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Government & Compliance, Technology & Operations, Webinars

21 May 2025

CMMC Compliance Webinar

With John Hill

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Economy & Community, Insights Journal, Tools & Strategies

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19 May 2025

Navigating Economic Uncertainty: How Businesses Stay Ahead

We know firsthand how today’s economic environment is testing businesses, especially nonprofits and government contractors. From reduced federal funding to inflation, tariffs, and supply chain disruptions, economic uncertainty is now a constant.

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Financial & Economic Insights, Industry-Specific Strategies, Technology & Operations, Webinars

15 May 2025

Unlock AI For Business

With Shannon Badger & Leslee Owen

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Careers

01 May 2025

Unanet Implementer

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Careers

01 May 2025

Sage Intacct Implementer

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Economy & Community, Insights Journal, Operations & Workforce, Tools & Strategies

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21 Mar 2025

Maximize Profits with the Percentage of Completion Method

In the construction industry, choosing the right accounting approach is key. As trusted financial advisors in San Antonio, we've outlined four advantages of PCM to help you decide if it's the best fit for your business.

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Compliance & Accounting, Economy & Community, Insights Journal

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14 Mar 2025

The Texas Stock Exchange: Implications for Small Businesses

As the Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) prepares to launch, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment for small businesses across the Lone Star State. This new financial frontier presents both challenges and opportunities that will reshape our economic landscape.

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Insights Journal

27 Feb 2025

Top Tax Deductions Your Business Might Be Overlooking

As a business owner, you’re always looking for ways to maximize profits and minimize expenses. One of the most effective strategies to achieve this is by taking full advantage of tax deductions. However, many businesses leave money on the table by overlooking deductions they’re entitled to claim. Here are some…

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Insights Journal

24 Jan 2025

Harnessing Financial Data for Strategic Success

Staying ahead in a fast-paced business world requires more than intuition and experience. Modern executives are increasingly turning to financial data to guide their decisions and shape the future of their organizations. Leveraging financial analytics, forecasting, and key performance metrics has become essential for achieving sustainable growth and profitability. The…

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Insights Journal

13 Dec 2024

How to Align Your Financial Goals with Your Business Vision

For CEOs, the task of aligning financial goals with a company’s broader vision is one of the most critical aspects of leadership. Success in this area requires a careful balance of strategic insight, financial discipline, and adaptability to market conditions. When done well, it ensures that every financial decision supports…

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