Digital Government
Vets, it’s time to speak out
As Veterans Day approaches, we might note that a lot of feds who read and use our publications are also vets. If you are one of them, you also follow blogs, or you wouldn’t be here.
Digital Government
GSA employee's error exposes entire staff to potential identity theft
A GSA employee's error has exposed the Social Security numbers of everyone in the agency.
Digital Government
Misuse of tax ID numbers costs at least $380M, IG says
An inspector general report said the IRS needs to improve its oversight of tax benefits for people who use Taxpayer Identification Numbers multiple times.
Digital Government
Cut waste with common sense and IT, feds suggest
Go online and vote for one of the four finalists for the Save Award; it could save a lot of money.
Digital Government
Worker sent pornographic e-mails on government server
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Cybersecurity
Observers recommend broader role for government in cybersecurity
Panelists say government should concentrate on preparing for the unknown and delegating responsibilities instead of developing best practices.
Digital Government
Agencies slow to respond to requests for contractor data
Some have refused FOIA requests to disclose ratings information.
Digital Government