People
Senate nixes emergency census funding
The Senate has eliminated $210 million in emergency supplemental funding that Commerce Department officials say they need to offset the 2010 census’ rising costs.
Digital Government
IG gives IRS some credit for progress on modernization
The service's use of IT has helped efforts to improve services, but the inspector general finds the IRS still must overcome significant barriers to modernization.
People
GSA's Bibb to work with new firm
After retiring September 1, Acting GSA Administrator David Bibb will enter the real estate industry at a company now being established.
Digital Government
Military mulls using cell phones to spread health info
In a blog post, Defense health chief Dr. Ward Casscells proposes tapping ubiquitous tech to carry general and clinical health messages.
People
Letter: Best price not on GSA Schedule
A reader says a more simple way than using the GSA Schedule to make purchases would be best for all parties involved.
People
Letter: Beware of workforce layoffs and hires
A readers says the employee who has been working at DOD for 20 years or more may not have "seniority retention privileges."
People
Letter: Commercial terms among vendors and government should match
A reader writes, "In my purchases, [General Services Administration] Schedule prices are always just a starting point for negotiations."
People
Letter: GSA's Jim Williams major career contributions not highlighted
A reader says Federal Acquisition Service Commissioner Jim Williams implemented the merger of the Federal Technology Service and the Federal Supply Service among other great accomplishments.
Digital Government
ONC budget not likely to increase
Both houses of Congress are considering appropriations bills that would hold spending by the health IT office near this year's level.
Digital Government
Wisconsin seeks plan for statewide HIE
State's health department solicits bids for consulting services to interconnect regional health information exchanges.
Modernization
The federal enterprise architecture: Where it fits
The Clinger-Cohen Act of 1996 called for agencies to adopt an IT architecture to govern the management and acquisition of new IT.
Modernization
Enterprise architects talk the business talk
More people now see EA as a planning and management tool, not a technology project.
People
Navy takes EA concept to heart
With 2 initiatives, the Navy expects to score gains in program efficiency and effectiveness.
People
Outlook good for lines of biz
Successful lines of business will weather the coming change in the White House, forecasters predict.
People
Intell leaders heed pay concerns
Leaders of the intelligence community make a point of getting employee input on pay-for-performance plans.
Digital Government
What's Brewin: DISA Eyes 'Magic Bus'
Commuter transport could provide employees with Wi-Fi, just like what Google and Microsoft offer.
Cybersecurity
GAO: DHS should complete integration of cyber operations
Department counters that merging "may not be practical or efficient."
Digital Government