Modernization
Regulations.gov gets a facelift, but it might not be enough
The White House announced a new redesign for Regulations.gov, but e-rulemaking needs more to see a real boost.
People
Searching for the next generation of government IT security pros
While federal information security professionals report job stability and opportunities for advancement, hiring managers are still trying to figure out how to find highly skilled candidates.
Cybersecurity
IG: DHS improves management for non-competitive contracts
DHS officials completed more reviews of the different aspects of contracts awarded without a full-and-open competition.
People
Tracking a telework turnaround
FCW's coverage reveals the changing attitudes toward telework.
Modernization
Army enterprise e-mail brings new transparency
Enterprise e-mail may be temporarily paused, but it still offers financial clarity and is pushing defense IT innovation, the deputy Army CIO said.
Cybersecurity
DHS demands turnkey-ready border system
The Homeland Security Department is giving a strong warning to vendors about its needs for the next phase of border surveillance technology strategy.
People
DOE lab proposes voluntary separation program to cut workforce
Up to 800 employees at Los Alamos National Laboratory could soon be offered voluntary buyouts.
Digital Government
Chopra returns to consulting firm
Former Federal CTO Aneesh Chopra has returned to the firm where he previously spent nearly 10 years.
Digital Government
FCC holds a few aces on spectrum
While the congressional battle to pass spectrum legislation may have ended last week, the process of actually getting spectrum into the hands of wireless companies and making it available for smartphones, tablets, and other wireless technologies has just begun.
Cybersecurity
NIST and state of Maryland establish cybersecurity lab
Center will gather computer scientists and users to test strategies for protecting e-government and e-commerce.
Modernization
Study: Patchwork of laws undermines cloud computing market
While many developed countries have adjusted their laws and regulations to address cloud computing, the wide differences in those rules make it difficult for companies to invest in the technology, according to a new study< by the Business Software Alliance.
Digital Government
Analysis: Straightening Out the Paper Trail
Agencies have a long way to go toward improving records management in a digital world.
Modernization