Digital Government

DOT to release RFI to develop networked roads, cars

The Transportation Department plans program to develop networked highways.

Cybersecurity

Government still suffers from information insecurity

Ensuring only authorized users have access to data is among the top challenges facing agencies, says GAO.

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The Machine is Us/ing Us

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The Cyber Initiative

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Risk and Regulation

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Digital Government

OMB does not support bill to update FISMA

OMB's Karen Evans said the legislation could cause some "unintended consequences."

People

DOD, OPM said ready for security clearance reform

Officials say agencies will speed processes for clearances.

Ideas

Today's House FISMA Hearing (HR 4791)

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People

Report: Agencies need pipeline of new hires

Merit Systems Protection Board researchers say entry-level employees are the building blocks of federal workforce planning.

People

Officials seek information on departing employees

Institute wants to discover why acquisition employees change jobs.

People

The Lectern: School testing and performance measurement

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People

Air Force delays decision on Cyber Command's location

Maj. Gen. William Lord said officials would choose a permanent site by Dec. 31.

People

VA makes headway in managing IT

Representatives of the Veterans Affairs Department and the Government Accountability Office met with lawmakers to discuss VA's progress in better managing its IT development and assets.

People

Section 508 remains a high hurdle

GSA pursues a carrot-and-stick strategy for improving compliance with the law.

People

Competitive sourcing fight isn't over

Bush administration and Congress can't agree on whether A-76 savings are real.

People

Improve your visibility

Agency practices often hinder information access, but search engine optimization helps.

People

Letter: IRS needs to set up direct e-filing

One reader says third-party providers charge outrageous fees to file tax returns electronically.

People

McNamara: Intelligence sharing

Our government must start using 21st-century technologies to protect society and civil liberties.

People

Leidinger: Retooling government HR

Human resources shops must reinvent themselves by becoming advisers to program leaders.

Acquisition

Editorial: Good government

Rep. Tom Davis has been good for the IT community and will be missed when he retires from government.