Digital Government
Eastern Airlines Lives!
Although Eastern Airlines went bankrupt in 1991, the Federal Aviation Administration for some reason decided to illustrate the cover of its 78-page 2010 "Portfolio of Goals" <a href=http://www.faa.gov/about/plans_reports/media/FY10%20Portfolio%20of%20Goals.pdf>report</a> with a photo of the venerable DC-9 operated by the long-defunct carrier.
Digital Government
Outlook Bright for Federal IT Jobs
A new survey finds that even in the tough economy, the job outlook for information security professionals within the federal government remains strong, largely due to the Obama administration's focus on improving cybersecurity.
Ideas
Cloud Computing Trauma
Customer service matters. When it comes to cloud computing, a little bit could go a long way.
Digital Government
Protected information exchange could aid in Mideast missions
An unclassified project would operate on its own virtual private network and be certified and accredited for official use only.
Cybersecurity
Fusion centers to be assessed
Federal, state and local officials plan to assess fusion centers' progress in meeting baseline capabilities.
Cybersecurity
Emergency communications center stalled, GAO says
The Homeland Security Department and its federal partners are still in the early stages in forming an emergency communications preparedness center, a report says.
Digital Government
DHS wants your ideas for cybersecurity awareness campaign
The Homeland Security Department wants suggestions for ways to bolster public awareness about cybersecurity.
Modernization
FCC awards $145M for telehealth networks
The Federal Communications Commission is distributing $145 million to 16 telehealth projects.
Ideas
Virtual Training, Real Battle
Live, on-the-ground battlefield preparation is difficult to come by outside of the battlefield itself. Enter <a href=http://ict.usc.edu/projects/urbansim>UrbanSim</a>, a research prototype simulation currently being used to train U.S. Army personnel in complex urban counterinsurgency and stability operations.
Digital Government
Army refines program to spur app development
After false start, Army CIO launches Apps for the Army contest to foster more rapid software development.
Digital Government
Panel plans bill to address Homeland Security research efforts
The bill is expected to promote the ability of small and minority-owned businesses to win contracts or join existing contracts for burgeoning technologies.
Modernization