People
FCW Insider: Build-it-yourself open government
How should the Obama administration craft its strategy for a transparent government? With a transparent process, of course.
Modernization
GSA launches YouTube channel
The General Services Administration today launched an official government channel on YouTube.
Digital Government
Feds launch Data.gov today
The Obama administration today got the Data.gov Web site up and running. It offers federal databases to the public.
Modernization
Senate IT oversight bill progresses
A Senate panel has approved legislation to require federal agencies to set up Web sites to track IT projects and create 'tiger teams' for troubled projects.
People
Agencies rate low on family-friendly cultures
In a new survey, federal employees said their agencies don't offer much access to telework, alternative work schedules or similar benefits.
People
Senate committee OKs CTO nominee
Aneesh Chopra is one step closer to becoming the first federal chief technology officer after winning unanimous support from the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee.
Digital Government
First round of interoperability standards for Smart Grid announced
Government Computer News
Digital Government
House bill would require competition on TSA biometric contract
WashingtonTechnology
Digital Government
Information services firms see potential business in derivatives market reporting
Companies say Treasury should require data in standard format to increase transparency and public access.
Modernization
Delayed launches of communications satellites threatens troops
Some systems combat troops in Iraq and Afghanistan rely on are failing, and replacements are months away.
Modernization
Federal officials say shift to cloud computing is inevitable
Strategy will help agencies save money in the face of escalating IT maintenance costs.
Digital Government