Modernization
Pentagon to use VOIP
Under a $18.4 million contract, General Dynamics will design and install the new telecommunications system.
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State CIOs struggle to get federal funds for IT programs
Forty state CIOs met with DHS officials during NASCIO's D.C. Fly-In to talk about getting support for Real ID Act implementation.
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Army clarifies blogging policy
The Army released a fact sheet to let soldiers, families and contractors know when blogging would require approval.
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CIO Council honors three individuals, one team
The fourth annual leadership awards recognize the Defense Department's work to share information more easily.
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Army severely restricts military blogs
New regulations even set limits on the ability of families and contractors to contribute their writings.
Cybersecurity
Lawmakers act on data security bills
Rep. Tom Davis (R-Va.) proposed legislation governing data security and breach notification, and a Senate committee approved two other data privacy bills.
Digital Government
8 small businesses to help Air Force with e-systems
The companies will provide nontechnical acquisition support to the Electronic Systems Center for five years.
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Butler moves to GSA permanently
Mike Butler joins the agency as a program analyst to work on HSPD-12.
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