People
Trump's disruption: Could there be a silver lining?
Alan Balutis argues that government needs a good shake-up.
Digital Government
Inbox Zero is a Waste of Time. This is How a World-Class Behavioral Economist Tames His Email
While the act of clearing out an inbox can feel as satisfying as cleaning the refrigerator, it’s ultimately just another way of wasting time.
Digital Government
HHS Wants More Blockchain In Health Records—Eventually
A recent code-a-thon showcased different ways the technology could be used to protect and share health records.
Cybersecurity
Feds Skeptical About Security of Their Agencies’ Internet-Connected Devices
Major challenges prevent government from adequately securing the smart devices it relies on, including inadequate funding and a procurement process unprepared for digital-age challenges.
Digital Government
Why NOAA's New Chief Data Officer Isn't Fazed by Potential Budget Cuts
Ed Kearns will oversee data-related projects at the Commerce agency.
Cybersecurity
Revamp DHS Cyber Authorities, Former Officials Urge Congress
Ex-NSA Director Keith Alexander also suggested reducing the number of DHS political appointees during a Wednesday hearing.
Digital Government
Can Trump Make Veterans' Health Care Great Again?
Trump has "a chance to lead, not just in the VA but in the country, in bringing the internet to health care,” former federal CTO Aneesh Chopra says.
Modernization
Army: Electronic domain is contested
A contested electronic environment is the new normal, say Army leaders, and the service needs to prepare for and train to fight with degraded electronic systems and capabilities.
Digital Government
House seeks clarity on FBI facial recognition database
Members of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform questioned the FBI over its use of facial recognition technology.
People
Former FBI IT contractor pleads guilty in corruption case
A former database administrator who worked in the FBI’s IT division pleaded guilty to lying about financial transactions during a fraud investigation.
Cybersecurity
House panel looks to spur acquisition innovation at DHS
The House Homeland Security Committee passed a bill that would put a manager in place to foster more acquisition innovation at the Department of Homeland Security.
People
Telework still faces managerial resistance
An oversight study of telework at four federal agencies found that managers can be resistant and tech issues can still inhibit worker performance.
Digital Government
IARPA Leader Rethinks How to Get the Biggest Bang for Research Funds
An R&D leader is thinking of new ways to evaluate which projects need resources.
People
NARA: More agencies than expected missed 2016 email deadline
Early self-reporting suggests that 81 percent of agencies are on track to electronically manage email records.
Digital Government
New Virtual Reality Technology Lets You See Inside Your Eye
In stunning 3-D images.
Digital Government
How the Rise of Electronics Has Made Smuggling Bombs Easier
New restrictions on flights from the Middle East reflect how just about anything with power can be turned into an explosive.
Cybersecurity
Why Feds Should Be Happy with Windows 10 Deployments
Having advanced defenses available for government as part of its operating system deployment is a huge advantage.
Digital Government