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Jumper joins PlatinumSolutions’ board
The former Air Force chief of staff will help the systems integrator increase its DOD business.
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Cyber Storm will be global, official says
The exercise will test federal and private-sector readiness for cyberattacks.
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OASIS to consider new draft emergency data standard
Specification could help first repsonders get critical information about resources at hospitals and health organizations during emergencies.
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Kforce acquires computer consulting firm
Kforce bought Pinkerton Computer Consultants, creating a government IT services business.
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SI to continue running National Visa Center
A contract with State also includes the Kentucky Consular Center.
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Oracle closes Siebel deal
Vendors begin integrating Siebel's CRM software into Oracle's enterprise suite.
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DHS wants to improve software security
The department seeks public comment on two draft documents that could help developers make new software products more secure.
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SEC holds pre-proposal conference for EDGAR contract
The agency wants to upgrade the online system it uses to provide access to financial documents and other filings related to publicly traded companies.
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New York report recommends tech research center
Report calls for a new center to develop innovative technologies and manage New York state's homeland security vulnerabilities.
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Boston's transit authority plans to modernize telecom system
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority awards a $7.8 million contract to install an interoperable voice and data communications system.
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Doctors want payment boost for using e-health records
American College of Physicians calls for Medicare reimbursements when doctors use health IT to track patients' histories or offer consultations by phone or e-mail.
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Health IT gets a mention in State of the Union
Bush reiterates his support for e-health records but makes no new proposals
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Secret Service director tapped for top Customs post
Ralph Basham will be nominated by President Bush to become the next Customs and Border Protection commissioner.
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Official: Inefficient systems hinder commanders
Army Lt. Gen. John Vines said combat commanders in Iraq need integrated information to do their jobs.
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