Modernization
Industry Says Not So Fast to OMB's Proposed Data Center Policy Changes
While only a few comments were submitted by deadline, most called for significant changes to the proposed metrics and overall intent of the draft Data Center Optimization Initiative.
Digital Government
Rep. Kelly: Shutdown Hurts Government’s IT Workforce
The shutdown will have long-term consequences on federal agencies’ recruiting and retention efforts, Rep. Robin Kelly said.
Emerging Tech
Air Force Turns to GSA Pilot for DevOps Platform
The Air Force is using GSA’s Commercial Solutions Opening pilot program to speed through the acquisition process.
Emerging Tech
GSA Emerging Tech Leader Heads to the Private Sector
Justin Herman, who leads GSA’s Emerging Citizen Technology Office, is moving to the private sector.
Ideas
Prioritizing for Migration to the Cloud
A thoughtful roadmap help, even when obstacles pop up.
Modernization
DARPA wants innovative research to mind the GAPS
The military research outfit wants to find a better way to securely transfer sensitive data from air-gapped DOD systems to less secure, internet-facing ones.
Modernization
Lawmakers Reintroduce Legislation to Strengthen Federal CIO
The bill would elevate the authority of the federal chief information officer and chief information security officer.
Modernization
Technology Modernization Fund Gets Nothing in House-Passed Funding Bill
Though the president already threatened to veto the bill if it passes the Senate.
Modernization
Kilmer named to chair House modernization panel
A new House select committee will be charged with examining how to modernize outdated technology and procedures.
Digital Government
Users Report Issues with Federal Business Opportunities Website
Customer service agents advised users to keep trying.
Digital Government
Technology Transformation Services Acting Chief Leaves for Private Sector
Kelly Olson will leave the agency for an undisclosed opportunity.
Modernization
Shutdown unlikely to slow EIS planning
The shutdown won't have a significant impact on transition planning for the Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions contract, according to one contracting expert. Major IT acquisition vehicles also continue to operate -- at least for now.
Digital Government
Senate Confirms OSTP Director, VA CIO on Final Day
Nobody has permanently served in either role since the beginning of the Trump administration.
Digital Government
What the Shutdown Means for Shared Services
Some of the largest shared services providers are still waiting to be funded.
Digital Government
How Easy-to-Use Data Tools Unleash Employees
That’s what turns data analytics platforms into decision-making engines, a pair of government technology leaders said.
Modernization
Is RPA ready for prime time?
After a year filled with robotic process automation pilots, agencies are focused on truly operationalizing in 2019.
Cybersecurity
HHS Releases Voluntary Cybersecurity Practices for Health Industry
The guide stems from the Cybersecurity Act of 2015.
Digital Government
Seven Government Tech Bills that Died in Congress
Next session, lawmakers must decide whether to reintroduce legislation to strengthen the chief information officer, lock down network-connected devices, protect elections and more.
Artificial Intelligence
The Boldest Predictions for Federal Technology in 2019
More cyber brinkmanship and super smart artificial intelligence are just a couple forecasts industry leaders divined for the coming year.
Digital Government