Digital Government
Covid-19 Cases Dropped by 75% in Arizona After Local Leaders Were Allowed to Require Masks
A CDC report said the drop followed a spike in cases in Arizona after the state's stay-at-home order expired, underscoring the utility of face coverings in curbing spread of the disease.
Modernization
VA-DOD Health Exchange Adds 15,000-Member Hospital Network
The CommonWell Health Alliance officially joined the joint health information exchange, broadening the government’s ability to digitally share patient data with private health care providers.
Ideas
How RFPs Contribute to Failed Digitization Efforts
The procurement strategies of the past are no longer enough to meet the demands of the ever-evolving technology-enabled world we live in.
Modernization
How a telework bill can boost security, modernization
The bipartisan Pandemic Federal Telework Act would make technology and security an integral part of telework planning and data reporting.
Acquisition
Congratulations to the 2020 Rising Stars
These early-career leaders already are having an outsized impact on government IT.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: Oct. 16
The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.
Ideas
Ideas from Others May Prevent 'Fixation' on Your First Solutions
When attempting to solve problems, people often fall back on prior experiences that worked.
Emerging Tech
More than 5,000 Commenters Weigh in on DHS’ Proposal to Collect More Biometrics from Immigrants
Submissions opposing the rule expressed frustration over the abbreviated 30-day comment period.
Emerging Tech
FCC, USAID Partner to Advance U.S. 5G Security Policy
An agreement between the agencies aims to encourage the use of trusted networks and interoperable infrastructure.
Emerging Tech
NASA Greenlights Hundreds of Millions in Advanced Space Tech Demonstrations
Among the awards is a proposal to bring 4G connectivity to space.
Modernization
Spectrum on the battlefield
Managing electromagnetic spectrum will become increasingly important as the Army pushes for large-scale operations across domains.
Artificial Intelligence
White House Strategy Names 20 Emerging Technologies Crucial to National Security
As part of the strategy, the administration is encouraging government agencies to research, develop and buy more emerging technologies.
Digital Government
Solving the Army's data talent problem
The Army needs to develop specific skill sets and retool or retrain existing workforce, said Mark Gorak, the director of people analytics for the Assistant Secretary of the Army Manpower and Reserve Affairs.
Digital Government
FAA presses on anti-UAS testing
The Federal Aviation Administration is advancing testing of anti-drone technology at airports, as federal authorities say rogue unmanned aircraft remain a problem even in the pandemic.
Digital Government
Nearly Half of Federal Execs With Workforce Issues Point to 'Political Pressure' as a Cause
Less than half of top feds say they have enough employees to do a "quality job."
Modernization
VA Takes Important Step in Prep for New Health Records Launch
The Veterans Affairs Department successfully transferred data of thousands of patients to its new electronic health records system.
Ideas
In Response to the Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act
There is a balance that needs to be maintained between national security posture and upholding privacy—a balance that this bill is missing.
Ideas
3 Ways to Get Your Point Across While Wearing a Mask – Tips from an Award-Winning Speech Coach
Without question, masks have disrupted social interactions.
Digital Government