People
UPDATED: SSA to improve number-matching service
The Consent Based Social Security Number Verification service will match people's names and numbers for companies that participate.
Modernization
Document management hot at FOSE
Laserfiche is launching Version 7.2 of its software, and Xythos is showcasing a suite for government users.
Modernization
FedTeds to become mandatory for sensitive procurement data
Eight agencies currently use the Federal Technical Data Solution system, an online temporary repository of sensitive but unclassified technical procurement data that is linked to the FedBizOpps.gov Web site. But soon every agency will be required to use the system, also known as FedTeds.
Modernization
MetaMatrix manages Web services data
Company's Dimension 5 acts as a bridge from existing data sources to the XML-based requirements of new applications.
Acquisition
FAA seeks research partner for nav tech
The agency is considering using a rarely invoked protocol called "other transaction authority" for avionics project with industry partners.
Modernization
Cisco suite brings IP together
The Unified Communications system combines a variety of voice, data and video products and applications designed to improve communications within organizations.
Cybersecurity
CIOs cite IT security, privacy as top issues
They are balancing securing information and giving people access to it, and that brings high stress and significant budget problems, an ITAA survey found.
People
Va. child support call center deal goes to Tier Technologies
The Virginia Department of Social Services has tapped Tier Technologies Inc. to run an outsourced call center for child support enforcement under a deal worth as much as $27.1 million.<@SM>
People
Wojciak leaves reform committee
The staff director for the House Government Reform Committee is leaving to take a job at Monster Worldwide.
Digital Government
Panel to foreign firms: Open D.C. offices for federal success
Industry experts also cite marketing, understanding agencies and having patience as critical factors.
People
Perot appoints intelligence head
Former FBI official joins company to lead business development in intel, law enforcement agencies.
Acquisition
Bibb: GSA to downsize by 400 employees
GSA implements hiring freeze, plans staff cuts and makes efforts increase revenues to reverse recent agency decline.
Modernization
System eases traffic's toll on Stockholm
The congestion or value pricing system charges fees for driving into the city at certain times of the day.
People
Telework mandates open doors to new business
Seizing on government requirements can bring success to federal contractors
People
Schlosser takes command at HUD
Since becoming CIO, she has made herself a persuasive member of the executive team
People
Editorial: GSA’s novel experiment
The General Services Administration ought to get some credit for creativity and perhaps a few pointers on what to try next
Digital Government