Digital Government
DHS technology contract may be headed for a 'spending spree'
Vehicle for procuring information technology services will be popular for frenzied fourth quarter spending, research firm says.
Digital Government
Agencies progress in identifying, consolidating IT infrastructure
But the line of business needs backup systems and disaster recovery plans to avert shut downs, observers say.
Digital Government
Agencies get ready for massive Gulf Coast storm
Hurricane Gustav could make landfall days after the third anniversary of Katrina, which caught the government off-guard.
People
Percentage of intell contractors stays level
A recent survey revealed that contractors represented more than a quarter of the people working in areas funded by the National Intelligence Program in fiscal 2007.
Modernization
Panel finds TWIC riddled with problems
A DHS advisory group has identified more than a dozen problems it says are causing the program to fail, according to a report obtained by Federal Computer Week.
Acquisition
Acquisition employees get recognition
Officials give awards for managing programs and protecting soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan.
People
Changes urged for DOD's acquisition
Focusing on achievable projects that address joint needs is a key to fixing the process, official says.
Modernization
FCC proposes rules for VOIP 911 calls
The Federal Communications Commission's proposed rule seeks to ensure that Enhanced 911 systems can accommodate calls from IP-enabled phones.
Modernization
DHS, D.C. demonstrate broadband technology
The Homeland Security Department and the District of Columbia today demonstrated a new radio over wireless broadband technology for emergency response.
People
USA.gov ranked as best federal site
The national USA.gov portal received the highest score in a study of 61 federal Web sites released today by the Brookings Institution.
Modernization
DHS unveils wireless radio for emergency response
D.C. public safety officials will test the technology, but are skeptical that wireless networks will remain open during disasters.
Digital Government
Federal employees are urged not to leave computers running
Turning off machines at night seems like a small step, but the savings could be huge, according to technology companies.
People
Postal Service turns to YouTube to promote delivery products
A video series marks the first time USPS has used nontraditional media for advertising.
Modernization
Agencies ready 5-year infrastructure plans
As the Bush administration draws to a close, the Information Technology Infrastructure Line of Business looks poised to soldier on.
People
CBP to test new features in trade system
Customs and Border Protection is looking for volunteers to test Secure Data Portal reporting and other new features.
People