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Pragma tool furthers trend toward certification
A suite of templates aims to help organizations reach CMMI Level 2.
Modernization
Super storage
Multiserver clusters are the new supercomputer stand-in. Here’s how storage has adapted to its important new supporting role.
Cybersecurity
VA officials ignored security warnings
In wake of data theft secretary vows relentless pursuit of compliance with security policies
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Intercepts
DISA's Google service; The DISA DMZ; AHLTA not quite there yet; COAST into hurricane season?; Coins honor disabled vets
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Mark Chait walks in industry exec’s shoes
ATF agent, McAfee vice president discover they share similar management challenges
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TSA unveils plan for Registered Traveler program
The strategy includes use of a "commercially neutral" central system to receive and transmit enrollment data.
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OPM: Paying college loans a big draw in government
The Student Loan Repayment Program has been paying off for agencies in recruiting and retaining government employees.
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SBA's Business Gateway has new leader
The Small Business Administration has named Nancy Sternberg project manager for its fledgling Business Gateway e-government initiative and plans to relaunch the project in September.<@SM><@SM>
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DHS CIO named acting acting under secretary for management
Scott Charbo replaces Janet Hale, who resigned from that post in March
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It's official: Doan is the new GSA administrator
The Virginia businesswoman gets the Senate nod to lead the troubled GSA.
Cybersecurity
Senate hearing: VA data theft should be wake-up call
Panel criticizes agency for waiting three weeks before alerting veterans to security breach
Acquisition
Bill would aid American Indian businesses
Senators sponsor legislation to expand small-business opportunities for American Indians.
Cybersecurity
VA chief vows "relentless" exam of data protection policies
Every agency employee will be required to complete cybersecurity and information privacy courses by June 30.
Cybersecurity
VA needs 26 million envelopes, fast
Department plans mass mailing to inform all vets of data theft.
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