Digital Government
Army names new PEO-EIS
Douglas Wiltsie will succeed Gary Winkler as Army Program Executive Officer-Enterprise Information Systems.
Acquisition
GSA matches customer DNA to IT commodity program
Agencies are going to GSA to buy their commercial off-the-shelf products rather than developing custom-made solutions, so GSA is developing its own solution.
People
New program teaches fed IT pros leadership
Newly launched educational effort teaches federal IT community leadership and project management.
Digital Government
How long can we operate without a budget?
Congress's inability to pass budgets is becoming dangerous. One lawmaker's proposal could be the solution, but does it stand a chance?
Digital Government
VA prepared for new employee mobile devices on Oct. 1
The Veterans Affairs Department is prepared for its long-awaited launch of iPhones and iPads on its networks, its CIO said.
Modernization
DHS moving public websites to the cloud
The Homeland Security Department is moving its public-facing websites to the cloud on a $600,000-a-year contract.
People
House OKs funding to prevent government shutdown
Lawmakers approve measure to keep government operational for a short time.
Cybersecurity
NSA developing custom smart phone for top-secret communications
The National Security Agency doesn't think your smart phone is secure enough for its needs.
Digital Government
An aspect of Chinese culture you don't hear much about
China's culture encourages those in power to run roughshod over those under their rule, from workplace bosses to police breaking up protests.
Digital Government
Napping Census workers: Are feds simply overworked?
A "handful" of Census workers are reportedly taking naps during business hours. Are feds just overworked?
Digital Government
Software licensing issues delay Pentagon's computer security plan
A unified master gold disk would greatly simplify and speed the process for implementing computer security settings across the department.
Digital Government