Modernization
New Phones, Apple Watches, and More: What to Expect at Apple’s iPhone 10th-Anniversary Event
The headline of the event, though, will be the launch of Apple’s next iPhone.
Emerging Tech
DARPA Wants to MacGyver the Internet Using Only What's in Troops' Pockets
The research agency wants to tap the computer power of the devices warfighters already have to network anywhere.
Modernization
In Preparation for Hurricane Irma, Floridians Are Downloading These Two Apps
The apps let users turn their smartphones into walkie-talkies and track the best places to find fuel
Modernization
Most agencies 'not planning' to meet OMB data center goals, GAO says
One year out from FITARA's expiration, GAO found the vast majority of agencies are not on track with the law's data center optimization requirements.
Modernization
How a telecom contact might spur IT upgrades
A month after the GSA named 10 winners for its next-generation telecommunications contract, the $50 billion vehicle has a big supporting role in the White House IT modernization plan.
Modernization
Your Apps Are Making You Miserable
If you want to be happier, you might want to ditch your phone.
Modernization
Civilian agencies guard their coffers as cuts loom
On a recent earnings call, a CEO at a top federal contractor said that federal civilian customers are reacting to budget pressures by holding back spending, but said there is "continual demand" to upgrade IT.
Digital Government
VA Needs to Better Track Teleworking Employees
The department needs to ensure employees are still processing claims in a timely and accurate manner, GAO said.
Modernization
Watchdog: Agencies Aren’t Even Trying To Meet Data Center Optimization Goals
At most, five agencies have met or exceeded White House targets for making data centers more efficient.
Modernization
Agencies prep communications for Hurricane Irma
FEMA, the FCC turn to prepping communications providers for oncoming Hurricane Irma, as post-Hurricane Harvey cleanup continues in Texas.
Modernization
Army Logistics Renews $135M Cloud Contract—And Gets Watson
Watson will analyze sensor data from vehicles to improve the service's predictive maintenance.
Modernization
Modernization boosts cybersecurity anxieties, survey says
A survey of 200 federal IT leaders found that while most saw the eventual benefits of IT modernization, the process has resulted in a more challenging cybersecurity environment.
Modernization
The coming federal ERP systems battle
Enterprise systems, with their countless customizations and business rules, can be modernization nightmares. But innovative applications and cost considerations are pushing agencies toward the cloud.
Modernization
NIAC's timely warning on infrastructure attacks
A White House advisory group recently warned of a 9/11-style attack on American infrastructure. Here's how it could happen.
Modernization
DHS gets concrete on border wall prototypes
Tech will be an integral part of a proposed southern border wall, if the Customs and Border Protection prototypes are any indication.
Modernization
How to Make Your Smartphone Battery Last Longer When the Power Goes Out
In an emergency, a charged phone can save a life.
Emerging Tech
Trump’s Tech Team Shares Plans For Modernizing Government
The White House wants to know what's missing and will keep commenting open until Sept. 20.
Modernization
White House floats vision for IT modernization
A new IT modernization plan from the American Technology Council looks to leverage commercial cloud and industry best practices to improve government tech.
Digital Government