People
IG warns that mandatory audits could strain resources
While setting statutory requirements, IGs need the authority to set their own priorities and point their resources where they are most needed.
Digital Government
Work in IT? Bill would have you say goodbye to OT.
IT professionals are up in arms over a proposal that would wipe out overtime pay for those who get paid on an hourly basis.
Digital Government
Drone was gathering intelligence when it went down in Iran, U.S. officials say
Controllers reportedly lost contact with the prized stealth unmanned aerial drone last week over western Afghanistan.
Modernization
If you think you'll save money with cloud computing, think again
More than half the organizations surveyed say they saw little or no financial gain after their transition, but most reported other benefits.
People
Government employment still appeals
A survey finds that students rank federal agencies among the top places to work.
People
DARPA names winner in shredder challenge
DARPA announces a winner for its shredded-document challenge, designed to find out more about handling and exploiting sensitive documents.
People
Interior, GSA ask industry about incentives
Officials are asking industry serious questions about incentives that might entice the best companies and their best work.
People
Workforce expert: Third year of pay freeze likely to happen
The defeat of the latest effort to extend the pay freeze doesn't mean feds are safe from further attempts.
Digital Government
Federal Coach: Using data to make better decisions in your agency
Government agencies collect data that can be valuable to managers who oversee teams trying to achieve their agencies’ goals and missions. And government leaders can use this data to pinpoint problems, highlight successes and figure out better or more efficient ways to run programs.
Digital Government