People
Survey results set off culture alarm at Homeland Security Department
Employees aren’t happy, but no one agrees about why they’re dissatisfied or about what DHS could do to improve their morale.
People
Sorenson nominated to be Army's next CIO
If the Senate confirms him, he will replace Lt. Gen. Steven Boutelle, who will leave the position later this year.
Digital Government
Madsen: The SARA panel’s mission focus
The group’s charter was to help government buy services like the private sector.
People
DOD issues new policy on electronic warfare
Policy could be the first of many for dealing with cyberthreats from Chinese hackers.
People
Homeland Security Special Report: The cargo challenge
Government executives face major challenges as they try to mitigate homeland security threats.
People
A new Congress is open to new ideas
Experts in congressional relationships say agency leaders should seize the opportunity.
People
GSA wants agencies to communicate better with public
As part of the USA Services E-Government Initiative, GSA wants to provide many channels by which federal agencies and the public can interact.
Modernization
CIOs spring forward on daylight-saving fix
A 2005 law that changed daylight-saving requires major effort to patch computers.
People
Feds whittle down improper payments
Medicare program is biggest beneficiary of data matching, better internal controls.
Cybersecurity
OPM cites progress on security clearances
Oversight committee questions whether progress on speeding clearances is real.
Acquisition
Outsourcing: Is it the next big thing or not?
Input’s federal outsourcing forecast is rosy because many IT employees will retire soon.
Acquisition
GSA forecasts modest increase in sales amid soul-searching
But GSA officials said the agency must fix its customer care problems before it sees dramatic improvements in the financial bottom line.
Acquisition
Kelman: Can we keep the kids?
The government is beginning to refresh its ranks at a difficult time for federal workers.
Digital Government
Hill presents alternative LOB strategy
CRS report suggests slowing OMB’s financial management initiative to demonstrate results.
People
A long haul for freight security
Cargo security plans for trucking, maritime and aviation sectors seek a balance between homeland security and efficient commerce.
Digital Government