Ideas
It’s Time To Make Data Strategic For Our Navy
The U.S. Navy’s future lethality depends on a new digital culture.
Modernization
VA Won’t Delay Launch of Private Care Software Tool Despite Reported Flaws
The tech will go live on June 6 even if it’s operating “at 70 percent or 50 percent,” said Secretary Robert Wilkie.
Cybersecurity
DHS has yet to crack the code on its cyber workforce
A DHS official told Congress the department is getting closer to classifying and coding its cybersecurity workforce, but did not provide a timeline for completion.
Modernization
USDA Launches New Features on Farmers.gov
The site’s latest functions will enable America’s agriculture producers to better manage loans and the H-2A visa process.
People
New bills look to lock in health coverage for feds during shutdowns
House and Senate lawmakers are teaming up on a new bill to make sure federal employee health benefits are not interrupted in the event of a government shutdown.
Cybersecurity
The FBI Takes Too Long to Alert Victims of Cyberattacks
In one instance, agents waited nine months to tell a company it had been breached, according to an internal watchdog.
Modernization
Want to Address Food Insecurity in Your Community? There's an App For That.
How a county housing authority partnered with a tech nonprofit to deliver food to vulnerable residents.
Modernization
GSA Redefines ‘Pay As You Go’ Terms As Part of Cloud SIN Refresh
The cloud special item number will now include professional services offerings and reduce the billing term for a “measured service” down to one month.
Cybersecurity
OPM issues final rule on direct-hire for cyber
The Office of Personnel Management has issued its final rule to give agencies the authority to more easily hire for IT and cyber positions.
Cybersecurity
Installing Chinese 5G Gear is Dangerous—and Probably Inevitable: NATO Center Report
Alliance members should look to mimic Britain, which created an entire government office to scrutinize Huawei’s products for security problems.
Cybersecurity
Air Force to roll out new cyber job category
The Air Force plans to roll out new workforce categories, including cyber, this summer, according to Secretary Heather Wilson.
Ideas
Are Government Robots Coming For Your Job?
The government’s goal right now is to promote its robot employees to higher tasks.
Digital Government
Survey: Four in Five Industry Tech Execs Favor Federal Privacy Law
Corporate America’s top tech officials favor a privacy law even if they aren’t sure how to adhere to it.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: April 3
The latest news, analysis and other updates from FCW's reporters and editors.
Digital Government
Expunging Criminal Records Offers Clear Benefits—But Few People Take Advantage
New research finds that automatic expungement of nonviolent criminal records could be a boon for eligible offenders, but few apply when the process is complicated.
Cybersecurity
GSA Adds Crown-Jewel Protection to Cybersecurity Services
The General Services Administration revamped Highly Adaptive Cybersecurity Service offerings with high-value assets in mind.
Digital Government