Modernization

Army rethinks governing IT policies, networks

The Army is rescinding current IT network policies and wants to collapse redundant networks to streamline and transform.

People

Kundra's parting gift? 10 lessons in IT management

Vivek Kundra, the outgoing federal CIO, gives a House subcommittee lessons on IT management.

Digital Government

Is Fox News in trouble?

The crimes allegedly committed by News Corp. employees in the UK could put Fox News at risk.

Cybersecurity

Senators argue cybersecurity leadership

With many committees claiming jurisdiction over cybersecurity, little progress has been made on passing comprehensive legislation. Sen. John McCain’s call for a temporary select committee to break the logjam quickly met with resistance.

Modernization

Treasury announces plan for invoice portal

The Treasury Department will install an electronic invoice processing system by the end of fiscal 2012.

Cybersecurity

DOD releases 5-point cyber defense plan

The Defense Department's new strategy for defending U.S. computer networks stresses the need for a multi-faceted, evolving approach to counter pervasive threats.

People

Debt ceiling debate renews fears for feds

If the debt ceiling debate isn't settled soon, federal employees could face furloughs or holds on their salaries and benefits.

People

Computer game offers a chance to solve fiscal crisis

As the debt ceiling debate rages on, a newly released computer game gives everyday people a go at solving the nation’s fiscal crisis, the Associated Press reports.

Digital Government

Mapping Human Terrain

Intelligence analysts are tracking the potential for poverty, extremism and pandemic disease to predict the next national security crisis.