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Important Update: DA/DS Conference Cancellation
Due to the ongoing government shutdown and its impact on speaker availability and attendee participation, the Data Analytics & Decision Support (DA/DS) Conference scheduled for this week has been canceled. We understand how important this event is to our community—for professional development, CPE credit opportunities, and meaningful engagement—and we regret that current conditions prevent us from delivering the experience you deserve.
Our Education and Training teams are working to identify a path forward and will be shifting our focus to virtual programming over the next two months, as well as preparing for the Strategy & Resources Conference in January 2026. We have a special offer for DA/DS 2025 Registrants.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support of the defense financial management profession.
2025 SDFM Data Analytics & Decision Support Event
Empowering Audit Excellence with Data-Driven Insights
Date: October 23, 2025, 9 AM – 5 PM – CANCELED
Venue: Carahsoft
11493 Sunset Hills Rd.
Reston, VA 20190
Join leading voices in defense financial management for a transformative event focused on harnessing the power of data analytics and the decision process in the age of generative AI.
This program showcases how real-world applications of AI, machine learning (ML), and robotic process automation (RPA) are revolutionizing audit processes—delivering transparency, efficiency, and measurable ROI. Discover how emerging technologies are being strategically deployed to modernize workflows and strengthen audit readiness across the enterprise.
What You’ll Learn
- AI in Action: Explore how automation and predictive analytics are enhancing budget forecasting, risk profiling, and compliance monitoring.
- Modernizing Unfunded Requirements Lists: Learn how data analytics is reshaping PPBE reform and aligning funding with mission-critical needs.
- Software Interoperability: Hear success stories of integrating systems to streamline audit trails and reduce manual reconciliation.
- Strategic Automation: Understand how RPA is reducing administrative burden and improving accuracy in financial workflows.
- Data Governance & Stewardship: Gain insights into frameworks that ensure data integrity, lineage, and long-term fiscal responsibility.
Who should attend?
- Defense financial management professionals
- Government financial officers
- Defense and government IT professionals
- Digital transformation leaders
- Audit and compliance professionals
- Technology providers
Why attend?
Gain Insights
Hear about cutting-edge insights and latest trends and technologies around digital transformation in defense financial management and financial auditing.
Enhance Skills
Learn about new technologies and practices to enhance financial auditability and decision support.
Innovate
Discover innovative solutions and technologies that can be applied to your organization.
Questions?
Email education@sdfm.org.