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EU aims to link members' police databases
The goal is for countries to more closely collaborate on anti-terrorism measures and tackle burgeoning cross-border crime.
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Federal Services Acquisition buys Advanced Technology Systems
FSAC is changing its name to ATS Corp., and the new entity will continue to provide information technology consulting services to federal agencies.
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GovConnection promotes Howard to president
Robert Howard previously was vice president of sales for the public-sector subsidiary of parent company PC Connection.
Cybersecurity
IG: Coast Guard IT controls leave TSA data vulnerable
The Coast Guard, which hosts key TSA applications, needs to address continuing weaknesses in access controls, according to a new report.
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GSA accepts Express Schedule offers
The Multiple Award Schedule Express test program will include GSA Schedule 70 products and services, along with products on four other schedules.
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Reform committee names subcommittee chairmen
Rep. Henry Waxman (D-Calif.), chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, announced the five chairmen.
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Feds like their work but want more recognition, survey finds
OPM's third workforce study found that employees give high marks to their jobs, but only middling scores for the way they are managed.
Acquisition
Davis asks GAO to review SARA panel report
Rep. Tom Davis had required the review last November, when he was still chairman of the House Government Reform Committee.
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Panel assesses pros, cons of SBA recertification rule
The new rule is designed to close some loopholes in long-term contracting. But it could likewise “cast a gray pallor” over small businesses, a panel of procurement experts said.
Modernization
GSA hopes to cuts costs, paperwork of schedules
The General Services Administrations is trying to decrease the time and burden for vendors to get on Federal Supply Schedules.
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Government Acquisitions hires Lambke as new executive VP
As executive vice president, Jay Lambke will lead the company’s sales and growth efforts.
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IAC unveils Growing Business Conference
Lurita Doan, GSA administrator, will make the opening keynote address.
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GE acquires Smiths Aeropsace for $4.8 billion
GE and Smiths will also form a joint venture for their respective homeland protection and global detection divisions.
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Web advances have international consequences
The World Wide Web Consortium will hold a symposium next month to discuss issues that apply to e-government worldwide.
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