Digital Government
BYOD encounters yet another hurdle
As agencies try to craft effective policies, the private sector is not sharing lessons learned.
Acquisition
GSA chief plans 10 strategic sourcing efforts by 2015
Agency plans to target products and services that all agencies use, such as wireless devices and tools, for bulk-buying technique.
Digital Government
European version of FTC accuses Google of abusing its dominant search results
Though Google didn't receive any major penalties from Washington, the company might have to change its practices in Europe.
Digital Government
Union complaint: DOD memo biased toward contractors
As DOD braces for budget cuts, a union leader worries that guidance from the top favors contractors over department employees.
Digital Government
The antisocial network?
Steve Kelman wonders if the young generation's aversion to voice calls in favor of text and social networking will change the working world in a few years.
Modernization
FBI posts Google map of bank heist photos so locals can finger the perps
The new website is aimed at deterring robberies and curbing gun violence, feds say.
Digital Government
Leaders direct DOD to buckle down on spending
Because the recent spending deal did not permanently solve the nation's fiscal crisis, the Defense Department is now planning measures to limit its budget risk.
Digital Government
Latest flu numbers paint the picture of an epidemic
The Centers for Disease Control is set to release its weekly flu advisory report on Friday.
Modernization
Mobile users rejoice: Superfast Wi-Fi is coming
FCC plans to boost unlicensed spectrum allocated to Wi-Fi by 35 percent.
Digital Government
Important dates
What are those marks on the calendar for? Cartoonist John Klossner knows.
Digital Government
VA partners with veterans group to measure Post-9/11 GI Bill success
Research will determine how many vets and their dependents complete school under the program.
Emerging Tech
FAA orders review of all Boeing 787 Dreamliners
The safety review of the plane comes after two more dangerous incidents raised concerns about their integrity.
Digital Government
USPS continues to explore digital services
New white paper suggests a need for "hybrid mail services" to combine physical and digital delivery.
Modernization
FCC slams Verizon for 9-1-1 failures
The agency eyes a more reliable Internet-based system.
Digital Government
U.S. warns foreign exchange houses are helping Iran skirt sanctions
Financial institutions should be on the lookout for illicit money transfers.
Digital Government
In an emergency, you need a plain old radio or TV
Conventional technology was critical in keeping people informed after a summer storm.
Modernization
Computing on the fly is replacing the need for desktop computers
Agencies are confronting a new budget line: Mobile management services.
People
Brubaker returns to Defense Department in new role
Former Defense, GAO and Transportation executive to join Deputy CMO McGrath's team at the Pentagon.
Modernization