Emerging Tech
Nascent Transportation Council Solicits Insight on How to Boost Emerging Modes and Technologies
The newly-established internal body aims to help resolve issues around budding tech that doesn’t fit into the department’s existing structures.
Modernization
For Contractors, Work on GSA’s Schedule Consolidation Begins in January
Schedule contract holders will get a mass modification agreement in January and six months to negotiate exceptions to specific clauses.
Emerging Tech
How Agencies Can Use Open Source Intelligence to Close Cybersecurity Loopholes
Open source intelligence isn't just for spies.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: Nov. 27
The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.
Digital Government
The Education Department is Investigating Foreign Influence at Two Prominent Universities
The agency wants detailed records of what the institutions received from the Russian, Chinese, Saudi Arabian and Qatar governments, as well as Huawei, ZTE and others.
Cybersecurity
Commerce Secretary Proposes ‘Case-by-Case’ Enforcement Of Telecom Ban
A proposed rule out for public comment would give the secretary discretion over how implement a May executive order.
Artificial Intelligence
The Pentagon's AI Center Needs a Cloud Integrator
Selected vendors would help the Joint AI Center deploy its main development platform in the cloud.
Modernization
Zangardi takes new post at Leidos
After exiting the top tech job at DHS, Dr. John Zangardi is moving into a business development role at federal contractor Leidos.
Digital Government
Census Fails Key Recruiting and Hiring Tests as It Gears Up for 2020 Count
Despite warnings of delays and cost overruns, agency says it's confident operations will not be interrupted.
Digital Government
Tech Talent May be Shifting Away From Superstar Cities
Higher costs of living appear to be pushing some tech talent out of coastal cities.
Modernization
Commerce proposes supply chain security rules
Proposed rules back up the White House’s earlier executive order to protect information and communications supply chains from foreign cyber dangers.
Ideas
5 Strategies for Building a Culture of Data Literacy
Getting agency buy-in to a culture of data literacy means getting everyone at every level to appreciate the value of data.
Modernization
Will DOD's bases have infrastructure for new tech?
DOD materiel readiness leaders battle with getting military construction funding for tech infrastructure, which could mean slower adaptation and modernization.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: Nov. 26
The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.
Digital Government
Nascent Science and Technology Committee Broadens Call For Input On Efforts
The council—and call for input—are focused on four specific areas, though officials are also very interested in how relevant issues intersect.
Cybersecurity
Auditors Uncover Tens of Thousands of Critical Security Gaps At Energy Facilities
The review, which included locations operated by the National Nuclear Security Administration, revealed multiple cybersecurity weaknesses recurring year after year.
Cybersecurity
CBP's modernized travel site hits speed bumps at launch
Customs and Border Protection added new features to the website that powers the Visa Waiver Program, but the rollout was marred by glitches.
Modernization