People
Survey shows people prefer using PCs, Web portals to contact agencies
In a new survey by IDC Government Insights, people picked computers and websites as their preferred mode of interaction with federal agencies.
Acquisition
Outsourcing: The 'critical function' controversy
The former deputy administrator of procurement policy office says the new term will swing open the gate for more insourcing in the federal government.
Digital Government
Top and bottom 5 federal employers; readers react
FCW readers weigh in on which agencies they think are the best for launching a career.
Cybersecurity
Outsourcing IT to other countries adds to cyber risks, report says
A Intelligence and National Security Alliance's white paper warns against the government's global outsourcing practices with respect to IT.
Digital Government
How 'hypothetical' is the cloud security threat?
Readers take issue with former CIO Vivek Kundra's recent remarks about the "hypothetical" nature of cloud security threats.
Digital Government
First CIO is on the job at consumer protection bureau
Chris Willey previously served as deputy CIO at OPM
Digital Government
DHS insider hacking case reveals serious network security vulnerabilities
Suspected employees were on paid leave for a year; despite findings, no criminal charges were filed.
Digital Government
Networx transition passes milestone: Pay up
The deadline for reimbursement is passed; some agencies will have to pay costs themselves.
Cybersecurity
Technology aided disaster response
Earthquakes and hurricanes didn't daunt the federal response, but trouble is on the horizon for funding.
People