Modernization

DOD urges relaxed satellite controls

Momentum for satellite export reform is stalled by the complex and technical nature of the issue.

Acquisition

GSA's Oracle cancellation still a mystery

When parties can’t agree on aspects of a contract, experts say call it a day.

Digital Government

11 things feds should never tell the boss

Sometimes it's best to keep your lips sealed.

Digital Government

What happened in Vegas cost Johnson her job

Media reaction to Martha Johnson's departure from GSA ranged from savage to irreverent.

Digital Government

Bridging the public affairs/journalism gap

The goals of reporters and public affairs officers sometimes clash, but there are a few things that can make the relationship as smooth as possible.

Cybersecurity

House takes on cybersecurity bills

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Cybersecurity

White House agency under investigation in prostitution scandal

Investigators are looking into the role of an official in the office that handles the president's secure communications.

Modernization

TSA clears racial-profiling app for takeoff

Travelers who believe they've been targeted for their religion or race will be able to file complaints from their iPhones.

Acquisition

Congress steps up efforts to control conference costs

Following GSA scandal, lawmakers continue proposals to bat down overspending by agenices on conferences.

Digital Government

Technology speeds VA effort to cut claims backlog

A Veterans Benefits Administration official testified to a House committee that the agency is on the right track toward meetings its goal of eliminating the claims backlog.