Modernization

Counterfeit electronics in supply chain put contractors on the hook

Counterfeit parts, mostly made in China, have found their way into the U.S. military's supply chain, and now members of the Senate Armed Services Committee want to hold contractors more accountable.

People

Can the White House keep up with We the People?

Participation in the White House's We the People online petition initiative is so robust that the government seems to be finding it challenging to keep up the pace.

Acquisition

Mark Day, CTO at HUD, heads to GSA

GSA brings in new director to oversee governmentwide IT contracts and strategic solutions operations.

Acquisition

HUBZone workforce model suggested for veterans

Companies with veterans on the payroll could get contracting benefits under new proposal

People

iPads let Oregon voters skip trip to the polls

Oregon voters can use iPads -- but not other kinds of tablet PCs -- to mark their ballots.

Digital Government

Light Bulb Finder mobile app wins EPA contest

The Environmental Protection Agency named the winners of its Apps for the Environment challenge.

Acquisition

Senators want GAO probe of veteran-owned business program

Senate emphasize the critical need to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the Veterans Affairs Department's program to validate vet-owned small business.

Digital Government

3 tips on how to deal with a difficult manager

Step one: Check yourself.

People

Harsh budget reality hits home

The reality of tightening budgets is starting to sink in, Steve Kelman observes.

Digital Government

NASA plans test flight of Orion space capsule in 2014

Agency reveals the plan in a low-key notice on the federal procurement website.

Digital Government

NASA quickly fills chief technologist slot

The space agency appoints Cornell's Martin Peck a month after his predecessor, also an academic, returned to teaching.

Modernization

EPA showcases new environmental apps

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