People
Pay freeze extension: Not the worst thing in the world, readers say
President Obama's plan to extend a federal pay freeze is bad news for feds; but would a Romney administration treat feds any better? Our readers have opinions.
Emerging Tech
Rest in peace, Neil Armstrong
The first man to set foot on the moon passed away Friday at the age of 82.
Digital Government
White House plans to regulate contractor computer security
Since Congress failed to mandate cyber protections for critical industries, agencies would incentivize safeguards through business deals.
Digital Government
Ten Republicans to follow on Twitter
With the GOP convention upcoming, some Republicans are using social media better than others.
People
Hire for inclusion, not just diversity
'Inclusion recruiting' might seem like a fuzzy concept, but Sampriti Ganguli argues that it makes for a much more effective workplace than focusing on diversity alone.
Digital Government
Wounded Marines at Camp Pendleton spend two years in administrative limbo
The slow-moving process almost entices warriors to stay sick, volunteers tell IG.
Modernization
Cloud computing software provider inks deal with In-Q-Tel
Adaptive Computing to develop cloud operating system for intel community.
Digital Government
White House overhauls electronic records requirements
Agencies have until 2019 to abandon paper storage for e-records.
Digital Government
DOD civilians, not contractors, can expect sequestration’s first punch
More than 100,000 Defense Department employees could lose their jobs to budget cuts early next year, according to a new analysis.
Digital Government
Tech needs to keep same pace at work as home, feds say
Feds are excited about technology, but a majority wish the products at work could keep up with the changes in technology in their personal lives.
Digital Government
Navy SEAL author cashing in on Special Ops video game
Matt Bisonnette also wrote a book on the bin Laden raid.
Emerging Tech
Video: The Mars rover landing in high definition
NASA has released a three-minute clip with sound.
Digital Government
China’s missile advances aim to thwart U.S. defenses, official says
Weapons makers will watch closely as new missiles emerge.
Modernization
DISA, GSA round out SATCOM business model
The agencies award a $2.6 billion contract as part of the Future Commercial Satellite Communications Services Acquisition program.
Modernization
FCC adds data roaming condition to Verizon-cable spectrum deal
Justice says deal is clear of antitrust violations, assuming a few changes are made.
People
Federal officials push for greater info protection
A proposed rule would obligate contractors to provide protective measures for information provided by or generated for the government.
Digital Government
Democratic lawmakers seek Internet freedom plank in platform
Move is similar to an effort by the group Demand Progress, which opposes Stop Online Piracy Act and the Protect IP Act
People
5 strategies for taking telework to new heights
The latest technologies and refinements to managerial best practices offer new opportunities for improving and extending telework programs.
Digital Government
Analysis: Why did EPA delay notifying data breach victims?
Although EPA's six-month delay at informing people involved in a data breach drew criticism, the requirements for notification leave something to be desired.
Digital Government