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DHS IT project terminated after White House review
The White House's review of high-priority IT projects has led to the termination of one and scaling back of several others.
Digital Government
Old dogs, old tricks
In recent comments posted on this blog, we’ve noted a number of references to age discrimination at federal agencies—long-time employees not receiving raises/promotions to which they believe they were entitled.
Modernization
White House kills e-flood insurance project
The move is part of a review of several IT projects that are costing the government too much time and money.
Digital Government
NASA sells computers without erasing sensitive data
Auditors say remedial plan doesn't do enough to address security gaps.
Cybersecurity
House cybersecurity activist bemoans apathy about countering threats
Texas Republican would give budgeting power to White House czar and provide IT industry incentives rather than tightening regulation to protect data.
Digital Government
Obama signs telework expansion act
Agencies will have about six months to establish formal policies on working outside the office and to notify eligible employees.
Cybersecurity
White House details sweeping changes to federal computing
The 40-page strategy directs agency IT leaders to follow a 'cloud first' policy and evaluate the practicality of leasing access to Web-based equipment before buying new hardware or software.
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