Modernization
FTC wants new powers over Web profilers
The agency seeks to stop data brokers from quietly compiling personal details on Web users.
Digital Government
Army resumes enterprise e-mail migration after hiatus
The Army has resumed migrating to enterprise e-mail after submitting a congressionally mandated report on cost efficiency and effectiveness.
Digital Government
Internet use clouds millennials' ability to read body language
Digital natives’ brains are wired differently compared to other generations thanks to constant exposure to technology, which research says affects their social skills.
Digital Government
Members of Congress not afraid to go off-topic on Twitter
If you are following a member of Congress on Twitter, don't be surprised if the conversation turns to recipes and sports.
People
Small Business Administration names new CIO
Eric Won was previously deputy CIO at the Small Business Administration.
Acquisition
GAO: Electronic waste guidance needs teeth
GSA guidelines don't carry the force of mandates, and GAO believes that the rules for electronic waste disposal needs the backing of an agency with enforcement powers.
Cybersecurity
IGs: IRS, SSA and DHS lose billions in improper payments
Inspectors general at the Internal Revenue Service, Social Security Administration and Homeland Security Department recently drilled down on improper payments problems.
Digital Government
OMB: Consolidation power 'crucial' to leaner government
OMB official argues for the importance of giving the president the authority to merge and reorganize agencies.
Acquisition