In this wrap-up session from the National 8(a) Small Business Conference in New Orleans, William Osgood, CEO of Supply Chain Management (SCM), shares key insights for small business owners, veteran entrepreneurs, and 8(a)-certified companies looking to succeed in the federal contracting arena.William discusses:• The “iceberg effect” in business and why small issues can sink big goals• The critical role of back-office operations in getting paid quickly by the federal government• The benefits and requirements of the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program• The power of sole-source contracting opportunities• How to leverage federal contract forecasting for strategic growth• Why hiring an experienced consulting firm like SCM can save you time, headaches, and increase your chances of certification success• The importance of shifting from “contractor” to “solution provider” in the eyes of the governmentWhether you’re new to federal contracting or looking to level up your business strategy, this video is full of actionable tips that can help you win more contracts, get paid faster, and position your company as a trusted partner for government agencies.Learn more about Supply Chain Management (SCM): https://www.scmsource.com#FederalContracting #8aCertification #SmallBusinessGrowth #VeteranOwnedBusiness #GovCon #WilliamOsgood #SCM #BusinessDevelopment #GovernmentContracts #Entrepreneurship