Digital Government
Groups call on Congress to probe Internet Explorer's privacy
Six privacy groups have called on the Senate and House Commerce committees to examine whether the latest version of Microsoft's Internet Explorer browser makes it easier for firms to track a consumer's Web surfing habits for advertising purposes.
Ideas
More Medicaid Systems Woes
Two years ago I <a href=http://techinsider.nextgov.com/2009/08/one_of_the_most_complicated.php>wrote</a> about how state's Medicaid claims processing systems seem to be one of the most difficult IT projects to develop. Maine, North Carolina and Indiana, just to name a few, were having difficulties building workable systems. Now it's Idaho's turn. As <a href=http://www.idahostatesman.com/2010/08/03/v-print/1289721/idaho-medicaid-providers-in-crisis.html>reported</a> by the Idaho Statesman:
Digital Government
Review the Marines' EFV
My colleague Megan Scully from CongressDaily <a href=http://www.govexec.com/story_page.cfm?articleid=45841&oref=todaysnew>reporter</a> on Wednesday that Navy Undersecretary Robert Work has kicked off a study on the post-Afghanistan future of the Marine Corps, with an emphasis on a return to the traditional "from the sea" mission.
Digital Government
Reaching Gen Y
When it comes to attracting the younger generation to the federal workforce, the federal government can look to some of the best practices in the private sector for ideas. Pamela Evans, global digital marketing manager at IBM, told Wired Workplace last week that the key to IBM's success in recruiting and retaining the younger generation is simply getting to their level, which often means reaching out online.
Modernization
Saudis follow UAE's BlackBerry ban
Saudi Arabia will halt BlackBerry smartphone service in the kingdom, effective August 5.
Digital Government
Treasury CIO Michael Duffy will return to Justice
Treasury Department CIO Michael Duffy will rejoin the Justice Department. Duffy's new job will be in the Office of the Chief Information Officer.
Digital Government
Calling all weary warriors
Wellness company looks to show appreciation for the troops with the giveaway of a high-end massage chair to one lucky service member with a story to tell.
Cybersecurity
Security Professional? Get Paid
The computer security profession is relatively new, and with many nuances, skills, and certifications out there, it's not always easy to find good comparisons for what a particular set of skills is worth. That is, if you are a security professional with certain skills and certifications, it's not likely you have many people with whom you can compare your salary. So, you just might be getting under paid. Think of trying to buy a house in a neighborhood with no comparable properties. Do you think you would get the best price? Probably not.
Digital Government
Dr. G.E. Intel Will See You Now
General Electric and Intel have formed a joint venture to develop health IT products for exploiting the lucrative and fast-growing chronic care market.
People
Transportation paves way for online employee collaboration
The Transportation Department has started a collaborative Web site for its employees to share ideas and vote on them.
Digital Government
Time to rethink the PC
Desktop PCs have been a blessing and a curse since the day they arrived. Here’s how to make living with them a little easier.
People
Making telework happen: It's up to managers now
Management resistance to telework is rational and born of experience, but it need not be a permanent obstacle, writes Patricia Niehaus, president of the Federal Managers Association.
People
6 keys to building a culture of innovation
It takes much more than tools to develop a culture of innovation, especially in the government, writes Dwayne Spradlin, CEO of InnoCentive.
Modernization
5 ways to ease desktop PC-induced pain
Check out these five ways agencies are trying to solve their love/hate relationship with PCs.
Modernization
Can the Apple iPad get any workplace respect?
Apple's iPad tablet computer is attracting some interested glances from government
Digital Government