Acquisition
DHS has too many buying chiefs
Lawmakers blame agency’s organization for the contracting problems it faces.
People
Nadler: Staying inside the bounds
A proposed rule on contractor ethics and business conduct is a sign of the times — and useful.
Acquisition
Industry: ‘Why don’t feds get it?’
Experts say the government is not using performance-based contracting correctly.
People
The outsourcer's dilemma
Many agencies need the help of contractors now more than ever, but outsourcing can be a minefield for the ill-prepared.
Digital Government
Editorial: Innovation matters
The government should play a significant role in information technology innovation.
People
Welles: Your retirement ballpark
Calculating various retirement income scenarios could relieve your mind — or set your teeth on edge.
Modernization
Mobile security requires an action plan
Security is one of the biggest management challenges that agencies face with mobile wireless devices.
Digital Government
Sade: I learned to love the FAR
GSA leader got hooked on procurement as a college student in a co-op program.
People
OPM finds barriers to telework lowering
In its latest report to Congress, the Office of Personnel Management redefined what a teleworker is.
People
Waxman asks GSA’s Doan to resign
Panel leader casts a no-confidence vote, while Republicans call the hearing a waste.
People
DOD uses IT in stability operations
Forthcoming policy will define new rules for sharing data with NGOs and other groups.
People
Coast Guard searches for handheld card readers for TWIC
It wants a single service provider to deliver a card reader that can handle TWIC's three-factor authentication and withstand sea conditions.
People