Digital Government
Bill to probe FOIA delays clears Senate Judiciary
Plan would set up commission to explore reasons for sidetracked requests.
Digital Government
Military's technological might is slipping, Navy under secretary says
Government Computer News
Modernization
Consultants: Government is thirsty for foreign tech expertise
One caveat is small businesses based overseas must set up U.S. branches to qualify for such perks as set-aside contracts.
Digital Government
Failure to produce results puts IT projects on the chopping block
The Obama administration has cut funding for the modernization of some programs, based on performance.
Digital Government
Defense to use systems to share threat information from personnel
To prevent future violent outbursts such as the shootings at Fort Hood, department will rely on networks used by law enforcement agencies to exchange data on workers.
Digital Government
SSA turns to online apps to keep up with boomer claims
An aging workforce, retiring baby boomers and a poor economy are forcing SSA to innovate with new technology to keep up with the demand, the agency's commissioner tells a House subcommittee.
Digital Government
A New Core Competency
Dr. David Blumenthal, the national coordinator for health information technology, has a lot of confidence in the future of his field. But he also acknowledges that since health IT workers will be in high demand as medical professionals adopt new systems, it will take time to for the workforce to match the pace of IT development.
Ideas
IRS E-file Overhaul Triggers Errors
A $574 million program to overhaul the IRS' existing method for electronically collecting tax returns is supposed to provide instant processing capabilities and improved error detection, but the system is erroneously rejecting returns, according to report released Thursday, tax day, by a Treasury watchdog.
Cybersecurity
What'd You Learn in School Today?
Sharing. This key kindergarten lesson has many real-life applications, including a few in cyberspace. Collaboration and teamwork are the keys to effective cybersecurity programs, according to Homeland Security Department officials.
Digital Government
On the Hook for Bad Systems
House members introduced a Defense Department acquisition bill on Wednesday that would directly impact procurement workers -- and some aren't too happy about it. Some of the provisions in the IMPROVE Acquisition Act are particularly tough for financial managers. According to a Government Executive <a href=http://www.govexec.com/story_page.cfm?articleid=45033&dcn=todaysnews>article</a>:
Digital Government
NSA Chief: iPad Geek
Senators on the Armed Services Committee quizzed Army Lt. Gen. Keith Alexander, director of the National Security Agency, on Thursday about his <a href=http://www.nextgov.com/nextgov/ng_20100413_3560.php>nomination as commander of the U.S. Cyber Command</a>. The lawmakers candidly admitted they were computer challenged.
Cybersecurity
Pick to lead cyber command lays out battle plans
Army Lt. Gen. Keith Alexander says that militarizing cyberspace is not part of his agenda, and reveals what is at the top of the list.
Modernization
GSA honors top federal achievers at IRMCO
GSA bestowed its annual awards for federal agency programs that improve government operations and increase transparency.
Cybersecurity