Modernization

Social media challenges federal oversight of agency communications

Congress and the executive branch have often fought over what kind of agency communications are allowed with public funds, and social media is making oversight of those terms more difficult, according to a new report.

Modernization

Soldiers coming home to get latest tech tools, CIO promises

The Army intends to modernize its stateside operations with the same network-centric and IT capabilities available to its expeditionary forces in war zones, says Lt. Gen. Susan Lawrence.

Acquisition

Senators propose automatic contractor suspensions

Legislation aimed at increasing contractor accountability draws criticism.

Acquisition

GAO upholds protest of Justice ID management contract

The Justice Department did not properly evaluate pricing, past performance and organizational conflict of interest allegations in its award of a recent $844K contract, audit concludes.

Modernization

Cloud conversation shifting to new concerns

Agencies have come a long way on their journey to implement cloud services, but they're still focusing on the low-hanging fruit.

Modernization

Is the government ready for a mobile transformation?

Federal mobility is going to require a shift in attitudes and approaches throughout the government.

Digital Government

Bill would limit contractor salaries

Two members of the Senate last week introduced bipartisan legislation that would limit contractor salaries paid by federal tax dollars to $400,000 -- the same as the president's salary.