Modernization
DOT considers shutting down GPS backup system
The department is seeking public comment on whether to shut down the long-range radio navigation system or to deploy a fully enhanced version.
People
Web extra: Younger workers may leave and return
Although some young government employees may leave their jobs for various reasons, many return as more-seasoned workers who are ready to commit to public service.
People
Policy home runs
In FCW’s first two decades, six statutory changes transformed the IT playing field.
People
Seven policies to watch in 2007
Seven policies that will have a significant impact on the government IT landscape this year.
Digital Government
McCloskey: 20/20 hindsight
Federal Computer Week’s first editorial team got a speedy education in computer technology.
People
Lieberman signals contentious time for DHS
He calls guidelines DHS issued for the 2007 Homeland Security Grant Program "ill-advised."
Digital Government
DOD battles increasingly virulent cyberattacks
DOD attempts to fight spear phishing scams.
Cybersecurity
DOD seeks commercial encryption software
The department wants to protect data at rest on mobile computers and storage devices.
People
Government business attracted big players
Federal IT sector has been mostly bullish since FCW’s launch.
People
SRA hires fed contracting expert
Mark Connel will direct SRA’s negotiations and administration of government contracts, subcontracts and procurements.
Digital Government
IAC announces Excellence.Gov award finalists
A panel of 23 judges, representing government and industry, selected 20 projects that demonstrate how technology can enhance collaboration.
People
Report: Boom expected in hiring security-cleared workers
A new multimillion-dollar defense contract is expected to push up the demand for staff with security clearances in the coming months, according to an online job database.
Digital Government
Experts nitpick SARA panel proposals (Extended Version)
Report elicits criticism of panel’s view of procurement practices.
People
E-authentication gets a new focus
The Office of Management and Budget has directed agencies to reduce their contributions to the E-Authentication initiative by half for fiscal 2007, signaling another change in direction for a project many believed was the key to making e-government less about consolidating Web sites and more about transactions.
Cybersecurity
The digital big bang
In FCW’s 20 years, nothing has changed government IT more than the Internet. Here are five ways the Web changed our world.
Modernization
Shawn McCarthy | Internaut: The reasons for business continuity
How to justify spending on upgrades to support business continuity.
Modernization
6 technologies that reshaped government
In FCW’s first two decades, innovations paved the way for better information sharing.
Digital Government
Experts nitpick SARA panel proposals
Report elicits criticism of panel's view of procurement practices.
People