People

DOD study finds roadblocks on path to net-centricity

Persistent interoperability problems often force soldiers in the field to use personal cell phones and chat rooms to share information, according to a report by the Defense Science Board.

People

Integrator taps Baker as CEO

Roger Baker, a long-time government and industry executive, will serve as president and chief executive of Norfolk, Va.-based Dataline.

Acquisition

Kerry queries DOD on missed vet set-aside goal

The senator has asked Defense Secretary Robert Gates for a clear statement of DOD's intent to spend more money with businesses owned by service-disabled veterans.

Acquisition

GSA mulls how to keep acquisition shops in business

But one option not on the table is canceling its assisted services business, agency officials say.

Ideas

DISA's Wi-Fi Flying Squirrel

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Ideas

Soldier's Blog Book Wins Award

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Digital Government

Fit feds

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Cybersecurity

Lawmakers propose more money for cybercrime battle

The Cyber-Security Enhancement Act of 2007 would provide federal law enforcement agencies with $10 million a year for training and high-tech tools.

People

GSA overrides stop work order for HSPD-12 contract

The agency will have EDS implement the HSPD-12 plan and the technology to begin issuing cards despite two protests.

Acquisition

OFPP to turn up heat on task-order competition

In a forthcoming memo, agencies will be required to solicit multiple bids for task orders that cross a specified dollar threshold and to collect data on their competitive practices.

Cybersecurity

Pentagon pulls plug on social-networking sites

The Defense Department now blocks access to YouTube.com and other applications.

People

GAO: DOD business systems need investment policy

The Pentagon has the proper management structure for modernizing its systems but lacks well-defined and disciplined policies governing investment decisions.

Ideas

Waxman: Doan Investigation Continues

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Digital Government

Rudy calls on federal workforce cuts

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Acquisition

GSA takes fresh look at contract for FedBizOpps.gov

Agency officials decide to follow judge's order and reopen evaluations to revamp the federal procurement portal.

People

DOD data policy focuses on sharing

New strategy requires more complex thinking about data use, accessibility.

People

Editorial: Information sharing

The government should tap industry knowledge, but it must also be wary of ethical concerns.