Digital Government
Bush technology czar defends memo on CIO responsibilities
Administration official says IT is "just a tool," and that the memo's purpose was to clarify management structures before the presidential transition.
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Some aspects of Bush management agenda could endure
The financial management, e-government and human capital initiatives are likely to live on; program assessments are headed for an overhaul, and competitive sourcing is in peril.
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Also in the News: Obama wants changes to federal workforce
President-elect has plans for major shake-up, but method of implementation and chances of success are unclear.
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Also in the News: Obama, McCain campaign computer systems hacked
Both campaigns experienced sophisticated cyberattacks from an unknown "foreign entity" over the summer, Newsweek reports.
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Report: Counterterrorism should focus on open source intelligence
Defense Science Board says new administration should make use of widely available sources on the Internet.
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Immigration services bureau awards major IT task order
Homeland Security agency aims to improve e-filing process for those seeking U.S. citizenship.
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IRS makes progress implementing IT plan
Auditors note a few remaining weaknesses, including the need for more consistent performance measures.
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IG notes benefits of consolidating data centers
Energy Department could save millions annually by shifting to greener technologies, auditors find.
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FCC should lower minimum bid for public safety network, TIA says
The Federal Communications Commission should either slash or eliminate a proposed $750 million minimum bid for the block of radio spectrum that would be used for a public safety network, an industry group has urged.
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E-government still a mixed bag
Most agencies' received so-so ratings in latest White House score card, but DHS and Interior improve.
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Agencies improve online training systems
Rapid advances in technology expand range of available functions and courses.
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EC proposes legislation for an info-sharing network
The European Commission recently proposed legislation that would enable members of the European Union to share information about critical infrastructure protection via a secure network.
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CBP's trade strategy sets goal of modernization
Transforming trade programs into automated, account-based and paperless processes and systems is one of four key goals.
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DOT launches hazmat info-sharing site
The Transportation Department has started an Internet-based fusion center to share information about hazardous materials transportation.
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Agencies end fiscal 2008 with higher management marks
Scores improve in making services more efficient and measuring program performance.
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