Digital Government
Law lets men, mules continue forward without funds
If money for supplies runs out, an old law can save the day.
People
OPM report generates more debate about telework
In telework news from around the Web: A growing number of ad hoc teleworkers; 6 ingredients of a telework strategy; Is telework fraud, 'plain and simple'?
Digital Government
Majority leader's aide uses Quora for ideas on social media
The start-up website Quora is making inroads in government, with a recent question posted by House Majority Leader Eric Cantor.
Modernization
Study: One-fourth of federal websites surveyed rank high in transparency
Federal websites that do well on transparency also score high in customer satisfaction and participation, according to the ForeSee market research service.
People
5 steps to better technology budgets
A clear decision-making process is the key to achieving agency goals in these lean economic times, writes Decision Lens' Kevin Connor.
People
Government shutdown could leave many in limbo
Shutdowns are largely political moves, but many people, pay and procurements hang in the balance.
People
Engaging the public in federal rulemaking, Gov 2.0-style
Getting more people involved in federal rulemaking is not easy, but the Regulation Room website is seeing some interesting results.
Digital Government
Beijing impressions
Steve Kelman finds the charm and character of China's capital city.
Digital Government
Smart phone security: Beware the Swisha Splash Boys
A lot of federal employees ride the train. A lot of smart phones are stolen from train riders. There is a good chance that your phone will have some information on it that you do not want to become public knowledge.
Digital Government
Budget, budget, budget …
Yup, it almost seems as though every news item coming out of Washington over the last several weeks – maybe months – has led right back to the federal budget.
Modernization
DISA foresees no hiccups in switch to new Internet protocol
Transition to IPv6 later this year likely to be easier for Defense Department than for commercial users, official says.
Cybersecurity
If government shuts down, bye-bye BlackBerry
The law could force agencies to sever access to Web mail and portable Internet devices.
Digital Government
Contractors would share the pain of a government shutdown
Veterans of past closings advise companies to talk with procurement officials to prepare for the possibility of halting operations.
People