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SUMMARY:ICEAA New England Chapter Virtual Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:RSVP Here: https://www.iceaaonline.com/chapters/newengland/ \nUntangling the Knot: Recommending Refactorings\nJames Ivers\, Carnegie Mellon University \nSoftware-reliant systems need to evolve over time to meet new requirements and take advantage of new technology. However\, all too often the structure of legacy software becomes too complicated to allow such improvements to be made quickly and cost effectively. A common manifestation of this problem is difficulty in isolating a collection of functionality so that it can be used in a new context or cleanly replaced by an improved version.  Software can be refactored to facilitate such changes\, but this is typically a labor-intensive effort that can take tens of thousands of staff hours. \nThe goal of the Untangling the Knot project is to use AI techniques to create software engineering automation – specifically\, to automatically recommend a set of refactorings that isolates functionality from its tangle of dependencies with the rest of the system.  In doing so\, we aim to significantly reduce the time required for this kind of architecture refactoring.  Our solution combines advances in search-based software engineering with static code analysis and refactoring knowledge. \n  \nAttending this virtual event earns 0.1 points towards CCEA recertification.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/iceaa-new-england-chapter-virtual-luncheon/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200515T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200515T130000
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SUMMARY:ICEAA Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:ICEAA Bylaws Article III-Section L: \nAny member in good standing may request to attend a Board meeting as an observer by submitting a request in writing to the Secretary at least five days prior to the meeting that includes a short statement of the purpose of the request. \na) These observing members may not raise motions\, participate in discussion\, or otherwise address the board unless recognized by the President.\nb) Requests to observe will be reviewed and approved by a majority vote of the Executive Committee. \nEmail ICEAA to request to observe the May 15\, 2020 meeting.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/iceaa-board-of-directors-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference Call
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200520T130000
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SUMMARY:Analytical Methods & Strategies Category Winner Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Each webinar attended earns 0.1 points towards CCEA recertification. \n  \nIn Search of the Production Steady State: Mission Impossible?\nPatrick McCarthy\nWebinar Presentation: Wednesday May 20\, 2020 at 12:00pm EST RSVP Online \nLearning Curves are a vital tool for cost estimators when predicting the number of direct labor hours required for a production run. One challenge of utilizing learning curves is predicting when no additional improvement can be expected\, otherwise known as the steady state of the production run. This paper addresses different variables to consider when analyzing data to determine when improvement is likely to cease and the steady state of the production run will commence.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/analytical-methods-strategies-category-winner-presentation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200521T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200521T123000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
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SUMMARY:SoCal Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The ICEAA Southern California Chapter will be holding a webinar co-hosted by a project team from RAND Corporation on May 21.  \nFor those of you who missed the earlier webinar on this topic (or those who would like an opportunity to revisit the topic)\, this webinar discusses how the wisdom of crowds can be useful in cost estimating–and then introduces a RAND Hypersonic Cost Study that draws on such input from webinar participants. Please note that you have to register for the webinar. The event is open to all (including non-ICEAA members) and is free of charge. \nWisdom of the Crowds: How Input from a Large Group can Inform Hypersonic Cost Estimating    \nTime: May 21\, 11:00am-12:30pm PST \nAbstract: In this virtual workshop\, we will discuss a statistical phenomenon called “the Wisdom of Crowds”-and some conditions under which groups make better estimates than individuals.  We will then draw on the wisdom of ICEAA members to inform hypersonic weapon system cost estimating. Following a brief introduction to hypersonic weapon systems\, we will ask workshop participants a set of questions about the primary cost drivers and cost uncertainty of such systems.  Results will be posted at the ICEAA website and will be used in a RAND study on hypersonic cost estimating.  Note: You do not need to be familiar with hypersonic weapon systems\, missile systems\, or space systems to participate in this activity.  All input is welcome. \nRSVP: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4388199691823900687
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/socal-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200527T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200505T144100Z
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SUMMARY:Data Management & Machine Learning Category Winner Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Each webinar attended earns 0.1 points towards CCEA recertification. \n  \nLeveraging the Wisdom of Crowds in Estimating Army SW Sustainment\nChristian Smart\nKimberly Roye\nCheryl Jones\nJames Doswell\nPaul Janusz\nBrad Clark \nWebinar Presentation: Wednesday May 27\, 2020 at 12:00pm EST RSVP Online \nThe use of modern regression and machine learning techniques can improve predictive accuracy compared to traditional log-transformed ordinary least squares\, as well as resolving issues with bias and transformation. The combination of multiple models in an ensemble and cross-validation can further increase accuracy. These techniques are discussed in detail and are applied to an extensive set of software sustainment data for 192 Army systems. Results include models based on release type\, software changes\, and categories.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/data-management-machine-learning-category-winner-presentation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200603T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200603T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200506T154807Z
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SUMMARY:Processes & Best Practices Category Winner Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Each webinar attended earns 0.1 points towards CCEA recertification. \n13 Reasons a Cost Estimate During a Concurrent Engineering Study Could Go Wrong\nAndy Braukhane\nWebinar Presentation: Wednesday June 3\, 2020 at 12:00pm EST RSVP Online \nDuring early phase spacecraft design\, the concurrent engineering (CE) approach is proven to be very efficient. But the condensed and iterative nature of CE sessions can also make life hard for a cost estimator. This work discusses 13 problem areas experienced or observed mainly during one-week\, inter-disciplinary space system design studies and provides practical examples on how to tackle them\, e.g. how to handle rapid data changes\, wrong expectations and a diverse engineering team.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/processes-best-practices-category-winner-presentation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200611T130000
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CREATED:20200507T140151Z
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SUMMARY:Software & Agile Category Winner Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Each webinar attended earns 0.1 points towards CCEA recertification. \nBut Wait\, There’s More! Using SFPA for Your Cost\, Schedule & Performance Needs\nKatharine Mann\nRyan Hoang\nWebinar Presentation: Thursday June 11\, 2020 at 12:00pm EST RSVP Online \nDo you need to estimate software size? Do you want to add value to your program beyond the LCCE? Simple Function Point Analysis (SFPA) can help! We discuss how analysts can engage Program Managers to use SFPA not just for cost estimating\, but for scheduling and progress tracking of software development programs. Real DHS Programs and Policies are used to illustrate the benefits of Simple Function Points to the entire organization.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/software-agile-category-winner-presentation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200508T135929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200603T121858Z
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SUMMARY:Modeling Category and Best Paper Overall Winner Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Each webinar attended earns 0.1 points towards CCEA recertification. \nAugustine’s Law: Are We Really Headed for the $800 Billion-Dollar Fighter?\nBrent M. Johnstone\nWebinar Presentation: Tuesday June 16\, 2020 at 12:00pm EST RSVP Online \nAugustine’s Law famously proposed fighter aircraft costs are growing so rapidly that by 2054 buying a single tactical aircraft will consume the entire defense budget. Is the situation really so dire? This paper examines the trend in U.S. fighter costs and relates them to generational changes in aircraft design and manufacture. It also examines the new jet fighters of the 2000s to see if Augustine’s Law is really unfolding as its author originally thought.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/modeling-category-and-best-paper-overall-winner-presentation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200619T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200602T190948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200611T124447Z
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SUMMARY:Palisade Series Part I: Distribution Fitting of Univariate Data
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide an in-depth coverage of the @RISK Fit Distributions to Data dialog box settings\, the five goodness of fit tests performed when fitting univariate data\, and some judgmental aspects of distribution selection that involve both art and science. \nThis series of webinars is intended to provide @RISK users with guidance on settings to use in the Fit Distributions to Data dialog box\, and insight necessary for narrowing down the often-overwhelming candidate list of probability distributions available in @RISK for modeling inputs. Even users who have attended regional training and/or watched relevant on-demand webinars may still be unclear about: \n1. what settings to use in the multiple tabs and radio buttons/drop down boxes within the Fit Distributions to Data dialog box\n2. how to know which test result(s) to pay the most attention to\n3. nuances of the distribution choice that involve both art and science\n4. subtle differences between the triangular and PERT distributions\n5. how to interview experts\, avoid biases associated with subjective probability assessment\, and turn interview results into a defensible input distribution\nWhether a newcomer to @RISK and input distribution selection or an experienced user seeking amplification on these topics\, this three-part\, deep-dive series was developed with you in mind.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/palisade-series-part-i-distribution-fitting-of-univariate-data/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200623T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200623T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200602T201301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T122735Z
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SUMMARY:Q.E.D Webinar - Solving for Project Risk Management: Understanding the Critical Role of Uncertainty in Project Management
DESCRIPTION:Each webinar attended earns 0.1 points towards CCEA recertification. \nRegistration is currently closed for this webinar. The video recording will be available for purchase starting Thursday\, June 24. \nRisk is an important consideration for all projects. However\, when projects plan\, they tend to look only at the best-case scenario. The overwhelming emphasis on performance\, to the exclusion of cost and schedule considerations\, pervades project management. Lack of planning for financial risks leads to significant cost and schedule growth. Cost and schedule increases are a common recurring phenomenon for all projects. Average cost growth in development has been a steady 50% and higher for several decades. One in six programs doubles in cost. These unplanned-for risks cause turmoil when they arise\, leading to schedule delays. This enduring phenomenon indicates that: \n1. Projects have significant resource risks\n2. In general\, risk is not effectively measured or managed \nDespite its importance\, many projects treat risk as if it were just another four-letter word. Risk measurement and management are imperatives. Estimates of cost and schedule that rely on most-likely inputs lead to significant underestimation of the time and effort required to complete projects. Cost and schedule estimates are stochastic in nature\, and need consideration from the ground up\, not just as an add-on to a point estimate. \nEven when projects conduct risk analysis\, there are several issues with current practice: \n1. Risk is underestimated\n2. Projects are funded to low confidence levels\, resulting in added risk at the portfolio level\n3. Reliance on confidence levels does not consider tail risk\n4. Organizations do not assess portfolio-level impacts when considering new projects \nThe good news is that all these issues can be fixed. This presentation discusses these issues\, as well as ways to fix them. Risk management is a mature discipline. Including proper risk management in program planning is a low-hanging fruit that is ripe and ready to pick. A little planning is an investment that will pay big dividends by setting you apart from the competition. \nThis presentation provides an overview of the forthcoming book Solving for Project Risk Management: Understanding the Critical Role of Uncertainty in Project Management\, to be published by McGraw-Hill in November 2020 (pre-order now available through Amazon: http://tiny.cc/j7xbpz). \nAbout the Author:\nDr. Christian Smart (CCEA®) is the Chief Data Scientist with Galorath Federal. He previously served as the Director of Cost Analytics and Parametric Estimating for the Missile Defense Agency for several years. Dr. Smart has also worked as a support contractor for NASA. He received an Exceptional Public Service Medal from NASA and is a former ISPA Parametrician of the Year. Dr. Smart has BS degrees in mathematics and economics\, and a PhD in Applied Mathematics.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/q-e-d-webinar-solving-for-project-risk-management-understanding-the-critical-role-of-uncertainty-in-project-management/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200701T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200701T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200612T182849Z
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SUMMARY:Developing CERs to Estimate Commercial IaaS Costs for Federal IT Systems
DESCRIPTION:Developing CERs to Estimate Commercial IaaS Costs for Federal IT Systems\nCara Cuiule\nAmanda Ferraro\nDaniel Harper\nRichard Mabe\nWebinar Presentation: Wednesday July 1\, 2020 at 12:00pm EDT \n \nEstablishing federal budgets for cloud infrastructure costs prior to selecting a cloud provider requires vendor agnostic cost estimating methods. These methods need to reflect the correlation between rates for a variety of infrastructure instances across all viable cloud service providers. This paper describes research and validation leading to CERs based on over 28\,000 virtual machine and storage instances. The predictive analytic approaches presented in this paper can provide valid and verifiable vendor agnostic estimates.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/developing-cers-to-estimate-commercial-iaas-costs-for-federal-it-systems/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200610T200316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200610T200632Z
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SUMMARY:Storytelling for Cost Estimators
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling for Cost Estimators\nChristina Snyder \nAs estimators\, we advocate the importance of good data; but without context\, estimates and analyses are just numbers. To give power to our work\, we need to effectively pair good estimating with good communication. There is no existing best practice guidance for estimators on how to create a compelling narrative to accompany analysis. By leveraging a storytelling structure\, we can inspire action\, communicate our findings in a way that resonates\, and ultimately become more effective. \nAlways being passionate about math and logic\, it was a natural fit when Mrs. Christina Snyder\, CCEA® became a cost estimator in 2005. Since that time\, she has supported multiple DOD programs with various aspects of decision analysis\, cost estimating\, project management\, and strategic planning. She holds a B.S. in Applied Computational Mathematics from Virginia Tech.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/storytelling-for-cost-estimators/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200713T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200713T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200707T165214Z
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SUMMARY:DC Chapter Virtual AfterWork
DESCRIPTION:ICEAA Washington Capital Area Chapter is excited to invite you to the Chapter’s first virtual ICEAA AfterWork. \nICEAA AfterWork is a forum where current and next generation leaders of the cost estimating and analysis community can come together to discuss lessons learned from the past\, the challenges of today\, and the path forward for growing the size and relevance of the cost community and advancing the state of the art to better serve current and next generation customers. The format will be slightly different than the chapter’s last ICEAA AfterWork due to the virtual nature of the event\, but we hope to start providing professional networking opportunities as soon as we can. \nFor more information on ICEAA AfterWork\, please visit the Washington Capital Area Chapter website. \nOur distinguished speaker for this event will be Mr. Chris Deegan\, President and Chief Executive of the nation’s largest independent ship design and naval architecture company\, Gibbs & Cox. Inc. He joined Gibbs & Cox as the Engineering Group Vice President in 2013 following a distinguished 28 year career with the US Navy. He began his federal career as a Cost Intern in 1985\, and after several program management tours\, held executive positions leading the Navy’s Cost Engineering and Industrial Analysis community\, as Director of the Naval Center for Cost Analysis in 2003-2004\, and the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA 05C) from 2004-2008. Chris will share how being grounded as a cost professional is an excellent foundation for organizational and business leadership in your future. \n  \nRegistration is open to everyone – you do not need to be an ICEAA Member. Register online today at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2105184743784246031
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/dc-chapter-virtual-afterwork/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200715T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200715T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
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SUMMARY:The Fact That Your Project is Agile is Not (Necessarily) a Cost Driver
DESCRIPTION:The Fact That Your Project is Agile is Not (Necessarily) a Cost Driver\nArlene F. Minkiewicz\n \nAll true agile projects follow the same philosophy\, they do not all apply the same set of practices\, tools or processes. Agile projects are value driven\, thus subject to change. There are\, however\, business and contractual requirements for up front estimates creating a conundrum. This paper discusses a methodology and rules of thumb for estimating agile projects\, based analysis of publicly available datasets\, that provides value to stakeholders and aligns with Earned Value Management requirements. \nArlene F. Minkiewicz is the Chief Scientist at PRICE Systems\, LLC with over 35 years of experience at PRICE building cost models. She leads the cost research activity for TruePlanning\, the suite of cost estimating products that PRICE provides. She is a software measurement expert dedicated to finding creative solutions focused on helping make software development professionals successful. She is widely published and speaks frequently on software related topics.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/the-fact-that-your-project-is-agile-is-not-necessarily-a-cost-driver/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200716T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200602T191211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200626T154943Z
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SUMMARY:Palisade Series Part II: Revisiting the Triangular and PERT “Three Point” Distributions
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide an in-depth coverage of the commonly selected triangular and PERT distributions\, to include a comparison of the multiple forms of each and a discussion of when each may be appropriate. Multiple scenarios will be presented and @RISK used to demonstrate subtle differences that should be considered when making a “three point” input distribution selection. \nThis series of webinars is intended to provide @RISK users with guidance on settings to use in the Fit Distributions to Data dialog box\, and insight necessary for narrowing down the often-overwhelming candidate list of probability distributions available in @RISK for modeling inputs. Even users who have attended regional training and/or watched relevant on-demand webinars may still be unclear about: \n1. what settings to use in the multiple tabs and radio buttons/drop down boxes within the Fit Distributions to Data dialog box\n2. how to know which test result(s) to pay the most attention to\n3. nuances of the distribution choice that involve both art and science\n4. subtle differences between the triangular and PERT distributions\n5. how to interview experts\, avoid biases associated with subjective probability assessment\, and turn interview results into a defensible input distribution\nWhether a newcomer to @RISK and input distribution selection or an experienced user seeking amplification on these topics\, this three-part\, deep-dive series was developed with you in mind.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/palisade-series-part-ii-revisiting-the-triangular-and-pert-three-point-distributions/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200721T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200708T172413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200717T190822Z
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SUMMARY:Machine Learning Working Group
DESCRIPTION:Please join the virtual Machine Learning for cost analysis working group for a 1-hr meeting on Tuesday\, July 21 at 9 AM Pacific / 12 PM Eastern for the Data Scraping Challenge: Collecting Cost Data for Machine Learning / Advanced Analytics. We will share information on data sources and automated techniques to collect data and introduce a problem for the community to solve. \nPlease register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5386703585666951695 \nThe intent of the ICEAA Machine Learning Working group is to:\n• share with one another different machine learning methods and applications\n• help our community learn and grow from one another and\n• advance the field of machine learning for cost analysis.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/machine-learning-working-group-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200612T130021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200612T130021Z
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SUMMARY:Are you Smarter than an Algorithm?
DESCRIPTION:Are you Smarter than an Algorithm?\nAndy Prince\nWebinar Presentation: Wednesday July 22\, 2020 at 12:00pm EST \n \nCost analysts rely on mathematical algorithms\, experience\, and subjective assessments to develop cost estimates. However\, these analysts often disagree over what is more important: statistically derived algorithms; or experience and judgment. To try to answer this question cost estimating professionals were surveyed for their expert judgment on the complexity and new design values for 15 NASA science missions. The results may or may not be surprising\, but will surely be interesting.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/are-you-smarter-than-an-algorithm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200729T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200729T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200612T172130Z
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SUMMARY:A 3 Market\, 10 Dimension Trade
DESCRIPTION:A 3 Market\, 10 Dimension Trade\nDoug K. Howarth\nWebinar Presentation: Wednesday July 29\, 2020 at 12:00pm EST \n \nAny person\, company\, or government working across three or more related markets decides how to divide the costs between them. Often decision makers give little thought as to how those resource splits need to work when working in conjunction to a common goal. Using the example of the Prompt Global Strike (PGS) initiative\, this paper studies ways to optimize costs in three connected markets (air-to-surface missiles\, bombers\, tanker aircraft) across ten dimensions.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/a-3-market-10-dimension-trade/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200805T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200805T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200612T183040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200626T191540Z
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SUMMARY:Lessons Learned Implementing EVM on Government-led Delivery Efforts
DESCRIPTION:Lessons Learned Implementing EVM on Government-led Delivery Efforts\nJoshua Teitelbaum\nWebinar Presentation: Wednesday August 5\, 2020 at 12:00pm EDT \nImplementing Earned Value Management on projects where a Government entity serves as the Lead Systems Integrator presents unique challenges and opportunities when compared to typical EVM applications on industry vendor contracts. This paper will cover lessons learned and best practices for implementing EVM on Government-led integration projects based on field experience from a team that has helped the Government with several such efforts. This will include a description of the methods and tools the team used to baseline projects\, gather data from performers\, and report status to stakeholders. \n 
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/lessons-learned-implementing-evm-on-government-led-delivery-efforts/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200812T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200812T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200612T125823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200731T145358Z
UID:14125-1597233600-1597237200@www.iceaaonline.com
SUMMARY:The costverse for the FlexFile: Enabling Powerful Analysis in R
DESCRIPTION:The costverse for the FlexFile: Enabling Powerful Analysis in R\nBenjamin Berkman\nJustin Cooper\nWebinar Presentation: Wednesday August 12\, 2020 at 12:00pm EST \n \nThe Cost and Hour Report (“FlexFile”) is a new Contractor Cost Data Reporting (CCDR) format that promises to change the world of Department of Defense (DoD) cost analysis by delivering significantly more granular cost and hour data than its predecessor\, the DD 1921 series of reports. The volume of the FlexFile requires a more thoughtful approach to importing\, wrangling\, transforming\, and ultimately communicating data than Microsoft Excel (Excel) may offer. This paper introduces three R packages that help the analyst exploit the FlexFile to its fullest extent.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/the-flexfile-cookbook-powerful-analysis-via-r/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200813T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200602T191407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200626T155042Z
UID:14022-1597312800-1597316400@www.iceaaonline.com
SUMMARY:Palisade Series Part III: Turning Expert Opinion into Defensible Distributions
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide an in-depth coverage of subjective probability assessment\, to include a discussion of considerations for interviewing experts and minimizing the effect of biases like anchoring and adjustment\, followed by a demonstration of how to use @RISK to identify the best fitting distribution from interview results. \nThis series of webinars is intended to provide @RISK users with guidance on settings to use in the Fit Distributions to Data dialog box\, and insight necessary for narrowing down the often-overwhelming candidate list of probability distributions available in @RISK for modeling inputs. Even users who have attended regional training and/or watched relevant on-demand webinars may still be unclear about: \n1. what settings to use in the multiple tabs and radio buttons/drop down boxes within the Fit Distributions to Data dialog box\n2. how to know which test result(s) to pay the most attention to\n3. nuances of the distribution choice that involve both art and science\n4. subtle differences between the triangular and PERT distributions\n5. how to interview experts\, avoid biases associated with subjective probability assessment\, and turn interview results into a defensible input distribution\nWhether a newcomer to @RISK and input distribution selection or an experienced user seeking amplification on these topics\, this three-part\, deep-dive series was developed with you in mind.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/palisade-series-part-iii-turning-expert-opinion-into-defensible-distributions/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200612T130141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200612T130141Z
UID:14129-1597838400-1597842000@www.iceaaonline.com
SUMMARY:Advanced Data Analytics for Maintenance & Repair Reporting
DESCRIPTION:Advanced Data Analytics for Maintenance & Repair Reporting\nPaul Hardin\nAlexander LoRusso\nTyler Staffin\nWebinar Presentation: Wednesday August 19\, 2020 at 12:00pm EST \n \nThe 1921-M/R (Maintenance & Repair Parts Data Report) is the DoD system for collecting actual maintenance event and repair part data in the Cost and Software Data Reporting (CSDR) system. This paper will employ the R Shiny package\, which is used for the construction of interactive web applications\, to demonstrate the analytical value of -M/R data. Additionally\, this paper will explore the mechanics of the R Shiny framework within the environment of advanced data analytics.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/advanced-data-analytics-for-maintenance-repair-reporting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200826T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200826T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200612T130243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200612T130243Z
UID:14131-1598443200-1598446800@www.iceaaonline.com
SUMMARY:Improving Software Estimating Relations for Army Software Sustainment Data
DESCRIPTION:Improving Software Estimating Relations for Army Software Sustainment Data\nCheryl Jones\nBradford K. Clark\nJames Doswell\nWebinar Presentation: Wednesday August 26\, 2020 at 12:00pm EST \n \nNew approaches were employed to improve Army software sustainment cost estimation: causal analysis and annualization of release data. Causal analysis examines the cause/effect relationships between factors that indicate which CERs should be derived. Converting multi-year data to annualized values has improved CERs. This presentation shows what was discovered using causal analysis and the resulting improved CERs.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/improving-software-estimating-relations-for-army-software-sustainment-data/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200727T172601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200727T172844Z
UID:14404-1599048000-1599051600@www.iceaaonline.com
SUMMARY:Assuring Credibility in the Cost Estimate: Part II
DESCRIPTION:Assuring Credibility in the Cost Estimate: Part II\nHank Apgar\nWebinar Presentation: Wednesday September 2\, 2020 at 12:00pm EDT \nThis paper updates the original\, first presented at the 2016 ICEAA International Workshop in Bristol\, which traced the evolution of cost estimating attributes\, settling on cost credibility. Evidence was provided in the words of senior government executives\, industry leaders\, estimating and engineering handbooks\, professional journals\, and government auditing manuals. This update incorporates the impact of cost drivers such as program maturity levels and system readiness levels\, and newer processes such as model-based system engineering. The paper assesses the impact on the estimating professional.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/assuring-credibility-in-the-cost-estimate-part-ii/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200918
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200424T201005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T173223Z
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SUMMARY:FY20 Joint Information Technology and Software Cost Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Information Technology-Cost Analysis Solutions Team (IT-CAST) presents the 2020 Joint Software and IT Cost Forum being held 15 – 16 September at the Lockheed Martin Global Vision Center in Crystal City\, Virginia. This year’s event is sponsored by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)\, the National-Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) and the National Security Agency (NSA). \nRegister and download the latest agenda: https://www.dhs.gov/joint-software-and-it-cost-forum-2020 \nNote: attendees must register for each session they wish to attend.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/fy20-joint-information-technology-and-software-cost-forum/
LOCATION:Lockheed Martin Global Vision Center\, Crystal City\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200729T192001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200729T192001Z
UID:14422-1600862400-1600866000@www.iceaaonline.com
SUMMARY:Costing Out an Air Force Software Factory
DESCRIPTION:Costing Out an Air Force Software Factory\nStephanie Quintal\nCaitlin Burke\nKristen Marquette\nWebinar Presentation: Wednesday September 23\, 2020 at 12:00pm EDT \n \nThe novel concept of standing up a software factory has left even the most seasoned cost estimator scrambling for guidance. Presented by the Kessel Run cost team\, this presentation will provide insights on staffing\, physical locale and other hidden stand-up costs. We will discuss real world actuals on team sizing\, skill mix\, and phasing methods as well as labor rate analysis and acquisition support. Lastly\, a template for a generic software factory will be provided.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/costing-out-an-air-force-software-factory/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200925T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200807T181416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200924T124435Z
UID:14678-1601031600-1601038800@www.iceaaonline.com
SUMMARY:ICEAA Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:ICEAA Bylaws Article III-Section L: \nAny member in good standing may request to attend a Board meeting as an observer by submitting a request in writing to the Secretary at least five days prior to the meeting that includes a short statement of the purpose of the request. \na) These observing members may not raise motions\, participate in discussion\, or otherwise address the board unless recognized by the President.\nb) Requests to observe will be reviewed and approved by a majority vote of the Executive Committee. \nEmail ICEAA to request to observe the September 25\, 2020 meeting.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/092520bod/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference Call
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201001T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201001T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200831T191706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200831T191706Z
UID:14812-1601553600-1601557200@www.iceaaonline.com
SUMMARY:Introduction to Machine Learning for Cost Estimators
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Christian B. Smart\nKimberly Roye\nMembers: $25 | Non-Members: $100 Non-member purchases include a complimentary year of ICEAA membership. \nMachine learning is the use of computer algorithms that improve automatically by using data. It includes classical statistical techniques such as clustering and linear regression analysis\, as well as more sophisticated techniques such as regression trees and natural language processing. In this training\, we will provide an overview of machine learning techniques. We will discuss advanced Excel capabilities for data analysis and provide interactive examples of the implementation of machine learning methods in Excel. We will also provide examples of advanced machine learning methods using the statistical programming platform R.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/introduction-to-machine-learning-for-cost-estimators/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference Call
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200821T133811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200821T133811Z
UID:14762-1602072000-1602075600@www.iceaaonline.com
SUMMARY:Diversity in Software Estimation Approaches – Perceptions to Preferences
DESCRIPTION:Shashank Patil\nRia Bakhtiani\nWebinar Presentation: Wednesday October 7\, 2020 at 12:00pm EDT \n \nFor strong foundation of Software Estimates\, diversity in analytical abilities & preferences of winning teams are the key factors those must be effectively addressed. In this paper we talk about how perceptions and preferences play an important role at very early stages of a bid / pursuits lifecycle. This is an attempt to study and present various preferred approaches adopted by winning teams and their usefulness on critical parameters of Software Estimations; viz: Turnaround Time\, Accuracy\, Repeatability and Reproducibility. The views in this paper are based on our internal surveys carried out with SMEs and Engagement Managers at various hierarchical levels.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/diversity-in-software-estimation-approaches-perceptions-to-preferences/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T125837
CREATED:20200916T183634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200916T183634Z
UID:14941-1602158400-1602162000@www.iceaaonline.com
SUMMARY:ICEAA 2020 All-Member Virtual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:RSVP by October 6 for the 2020 All-Member Meeting here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8576022881045427725 \nEvery year\, ICEAA holds a meeting to give our members an update on the state of the association\, provide a forecast of initiatives for the coming years\, and field the membership’s questions and concerns.
URL:https://www.iceaaonline.com/calendar/iceaa-2020-all-member-virtual-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference Call
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