Digital Government

IRS Chief Compares Agency’s IT System to a Model T

Agency needs $400 to $500 million to modernize its technology, Koskinen says.

Digital Government

IOM Report: Defense/VA Have No Clue if $9.3 Billion Worth of PTSD Treatment Works

Both departments lack data, as electronic health records aren't used for PTSD information.

Digital Government

The FCC Thinks Netflix and Cogent Have a Point in Their Dispute With the Big Internet Providers

The US telecom regulator confirmed some of Netflix’s complaints about the big internet service providers.

Digital Government

Today’s a Tough Day for Technology Patent Trolls

The US Supreme Court just issued a rare unanimous ruling that will make it harder for technology companies to patent ideas and processes.

Digital Government

Feds get resourceful in implementing DATA Act

A lack of new funding has forced Treasury and OMB to rethink how they massage the data they have.

Digital Government

Tech Pros Demand Higher Starting Salaries

Specialized skill sets allow candidates to be choosy when presented with a job offer.

Digital Government

FCC Hits Chinese GPS Jammer Vendor With Record $34.9 Million Fine

Jammer use is close to routine near Portland, Oregon airport.

Digital Government

Administration Got What It Deserved in Botched HealthCare.gov Rollout, Report Says

Lawmakers attribute the website’s initial failure poor IT and management.

Digital Government

Can Big Data Boost the Paltry Number of Female and Minority Tech Workers?

One start-up is using public, online information to find more women, minority workers.

Digital Government

The technology taking NASA to Mars

The space agency showcases some of its innovations, big and small.

Digital Government

VA Expects Award of New Patient-Scheduling Contract by September

Anticipates lengthy transition from old to new system.

Digital Government

Do More 24: Like a code sprint for charity

The United Way of the National Capital Area's 24-hour crowdfunding campaign supports local nonprofits.

Digital Government

Lack of Telework Opportunities Makes Government Lose Out on Top Hires

Employees leave when agencies cannot offer flexible work arrangements, study finds.

Digital Government

One Closed API at a Time, the Era of the Open Web May Be Waning

Even non-nerds should care that Netflix broke up with developers.

Digital Government

Air Force Looks to Ditch Lockheed After GPS Satellite Delays

The service seeks other vendors to build 22 of 30 satellites.