Modernization
Candidate to lead VA office pledges to push modernization
Agility and modernization are key priorities of the nominee to lead the VA's Office of Enterprise Integration.
Modernization
The CIO and government IT
Two longtime federal IT leaders discuss the pros and cons of elevating agency CIOs in the executive branch power structure.
Modernization
Keep FITARA going
Why it's important to keep iterating on the Federal IT Acquisition Reform Act to meet today's cybersecurity challenges.
Modernization
How to Improve Battery Life for iPhones with iOS 11
The new operating system requires a lot of power.
Modernization
Border tech bill clears Senate committee
A bill to require DHS and components to keep a closer eye on major border security technology acquisitions could soon see a vote in the full Senate.
Digital Government
Senate Panel Passes FITARA Extension in Block of IT Bills
Other legislation includes a mandate for agencies to create mobile-friendly websites and to report on the security clearance backlog.
Digital Government
Former Lawmaker Says Anti-Sex Trafficking Bill Too Narrow, Could 'Sow Chaos'
Instead, Chris Cox says the government should do more to combat trafficking under existing laws.
Modernization
As deadline looms, 22 states opt-in to FirstNet
FirstNet announced that final decisions are due from governors by Dec. 28 on whether they will use the federally backed interoperable wireless network for first responders.
Modernization
Making sense of the IT modernization challenge
Government has the chance to cut costs while also streamlining operations -- but only if agencies embrace a continuous innovation model.
Digital Government
Diabetics Can Now Test Their Blood Sugar Levels With a Mobile Device
No more pricking fingers.
Modernization
Apple Is Looking Into Reports That Some iPhone 8s Are Falling Apart
These phones are coming apart at the seams.
Modernization
Google Opens Up Parental Controls
The Family Link is now available for all concerned parents.
Modernization
FedRAMP launches streamlined approvals for low-impact services
FedRAMP Tailored aims to get applications to agencies in as little as four weeks and reduce the burden on cloud providers.
Modernization
Hurd promises more FITARA oversight
Rep. Will Hurd (R-Texas) said selective compliance with FITARA initiatives was a "frustrating" problem that oversight can solve.
Modernization
Hey FCC: Hurricane Victims Shouldn't Run Out of Cell Minutes
The case for making phone companies provide free service after disasters.
Modernization
DHS moves ahead on financial system amid questions from Congress
DHS released the final draft RFP for its financial management system modernization to potential vendors and told them to plan for a late October contract award.
Modernization
Microsoft’s Satya Nadella Shares the Leadership Lesson in Watching Amazon Win the Cloud Business
Nadella says Microsoft missed a major opportunity
Modernization
Amazon Introduces a New Collection of Smart Home Gadgets
The company aims to have an Echo for everyone.
Modernization