People

Customer service in government: not like selling burgers

Federal agencies are being told to improve customer service, but it's not always a straight path forward.

Digital Government

Where we stand

The Atlantic Century II report shows that America is at risk of losing its place as a global innovation leader.

Modernization

The perils of a mobile-first IT strategy

Many FCW readers are not keen on the idea of mobile devices replacing their old-fashioned desktop computers.

Modernization

Cloud reputation hurt by cybersecurity worries

Former CIO Vivek Kundra promoted cloud technology as a way to save money, but some feds are concerned about its security.

Digital Government

Silencing social media: Censorship or maintaining order?

As angry young people rioted in the streets of London, the prime minister suggested blocking access to social media.

People

Kundra's successor: Can the next federal CIO deliver?

Vivek Kundra's appointed successor, Steven VanRoekel, faces a tough assignment in carrying out the IT reform plan.

Acquisition

The ghosts of small businesses past

Critics say SBA's small-business score cards are meaningless because small businesses aren't actually doing the work.

People

What telework might look like in 10 years

In a decade, the word 'telework' will be as outdated as a rotary phone, writes Force 3’s Chris Knotts.

Digital Government

The best of the federal blogosphere

Don't rap and drive; Protecting security spending; Don't drink the water; Tag! You're it.

Digital Government

Innovation's falling fortunes

Many fear that America's status as a global leader is diminishing despite a progressive agenda at the White House and the optimism of just a few years ago.

People

Treat tech the way you treat people

Practices that make it easier for new employees to succeed can also apply to new technologies, columnist Douglas Brown writes.

Digital Government

VA spent $717 million on a drug deemed as effective as a placebo

Studies raise questions about widespread use and high cost of anti-psychotic drugs to treat post-traumatic stress disorder.