Acquisition
DOD, GAO differ on measuring the workforce
Given the scale and value of DOD’s acquisitions and spending, GAO said defense officials would benefit by linking training to performance.
Digital Government
Navy tests telework tool for reserves
A CAC-enabled mobile access device could provide secure remote connections from any computer to resources inside the Navy network for Reserve personnel not on active duty.
Digital Government
Satellites come to the rescue when ground systems fail
Responders in disaster areas are relying on mobile satellite connections more frequently for IP data connections than for voice.
Cybersecurity
NARA shows gaps in cybersecurity, GAO says
Two reports fault NARA for problems with cybersecurity and overall management.
People
OMB will use dashboard to rate agencies' customer service
A new report examines agencies' progress in improving their customer service scores and says an OMB dashboard on those results is coming soon.
People
Federal vs. corporate pay scales: A cartoonist tries to sort it all out
In the end, FCW cartoonist John Klossner can't sort out the economics of federal and private sector salaries, but that doesn't hold him back.
People
Delivering IT projects in quick increments: 23rd time's the charm?
Perhaps the recent recommendations by a TechAmerica panel finally will inspire agencies to take a more agile approach to system development, writes FCW blogger (and commission co-chairman) Steve Kelman.
Digital Government
Vampire killers under federal contract?
The U.S. Vampire Service stalks and exterminates fewer than 10 vampires a year, according to its site.
Digital Government
IT tales from the crypt: Where zombies walk the earth
Think zombies don't exist or the undead don't walk the earth? The IT world is full of them.
Digital Government