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FBI recovers stolen computer with VA data
The computer contained insurance claim data, including names, addresses and personal identifiers, for about 16,000 veterans and their families.
Digital Government
ICF International files for IPO
The Fairfax, Va.-based company said it plans to sell 4.7 million shares for between $14 and $16 a share.
Modernization
New Motorola suite helps responders share on-scene data
The Incident Scene Management solutions suite gives commanders on the scene data and video information to help them decide how to use their available resources.
People
Chertoff fills new policy position
Richard Barth, appointed DHS' first assistant secretary for policy development, comes from a 12-year stint at Motorola.
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FedSources: GSA dealing with its problems
GSA Federal Acquisition Service Commissioner Jim Williams presented his plan for reorganization to the administrator on Friday, he tells an industry group.
Modernization
Are you ready for Networx?
GSA officials urge agencies to plan now for next year’s new telecom contract.
People
Yankee Group buys media company
Firm's purchase of Trendsmedia is expected to accelerate its growth and expand its reach in global connectivity issues.
People
First NSPS appraisal tool out
It features a tracking sheet to view employee performance records and appraisals and an online forum to discuss job objectives and job performance factors.
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E-Authentication maps out its future
Agencies completing strategy to let apps use single sign-on technology.
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Senate passes SAFE Port Act
The bill would give U.S. ports $6.7 billion for security efforts and require that the 22 largest U.S. ports install equipment to screen shipping containers for radioactive material.
Modernization
Agencies to work lines of business into EAs
Enterprise architects and business managers will be expected to develop modernization blueprints for their specific lines of business.
Cybersecurity
NIST releases revision of draft biometrics publication
The guidelines are acquisition and formatting specifications regarding personal identity verification card biometrics.
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SSA aims to improve management of e-mail queries
The agency is looking for a commercial e-mail system that enables them to call on experts agencywide to answer questions from the public.
Modernization
Williams completes FAS review
Federal Acquisition Service chief Jim Williams has changes in mind for his division.<@SM>
Modernization
Coburn follows the money on IT
Sen. Tom Coburn is not an IT expert, nor does he want to be thought of as one. But his interest in controlling spending could have a significant impact on technology projects across government.<@SM>
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