Modernization
House panel hands out failing grades for FITARA implementation
Agencies aren't living up to expectations in key areas of IT acquisition reform legislation, according to a congressional report card.
Modernization
Census Delays Key Decisions About Using Tech in 2020 Count
If Census has any hope of cutting costs and increasing efficiency for its 2020 count, it should pay more attention to its IT plans.
Modernization
Dodging 'fatal errors' for Census 2020 tech
With an agile, iterative testing model, the Census Bureau is hoping to avoid repeating the mobile meltdown of 2010 as it tries to technologically streamline -- and secure -- the 2020 count.
Digital Government
New Bill Would Ban Warrantless Cellphone Tracking
Rep. Jason Chaffetz wants local police to follow the same rules as federal agents for using fake cell towers for surveillance.
Modernization
DISA tees up new round of contracts
Agency officials outlined a range of forthcoming contracts covering everything from enterprise resource planning to cybersecurity analytics at a Nov. 2 industry day.
Emerging Tech
How the Federal Government Is Attempting to Protect the Internet of Things
Federal attempts to protect the network of devices and sensors -- for consumers and agencies -- are gradually building.
Modernization
Here’s Why I’m Giving Up My Apple Watch
The user interface is complex and often confusing.
Modernization
FEC seeks to demystify campaign finance data with betaFEC
The Federal Election Commission launched betaFEC, an interactive website aimed at making campaign finance information easier to understand.
Modernization
New challenges and old, familiar tools
How can agencies modernize while maintaining necessary legacy IT systems? Oddly enough, the answer might be behind us, not in front of us.
Modernization
The Apple Watch Isn't Even a Hit with Silicon Valley Insiders
In our poll of the industry, more than 70 percent said they hadn’t yet taken the plunge.
Ideas
Cloud Migration Best Practices for Federal Agencies
As the federal government makes a massive move to the money-saving cloud, IT pros must adhere to the defined security requirements for the federal use of cloud services as they move a selection of key functions.
Modernization
Google Wants to Make Sure You Never Lose Your Phone Again
The technology would work as long as you have a wearable device as well.
Modernization
Federal spectrum reallocation included in budget deal
A proposed two-year budget plan would use projected funds from federal spectrum auctions as a way to offset long-term spending.
Artificial Intelligence
This Is the Best Way to Take a Selfie, According to Artificial Intelligence
You can tweet your selfies to the network’s Twitter bot for evaluation.
Emerging Tech
State Department Says iPhones Can Detect Illegal Weapons Testing
The State Department is talking to Apple scientists about new uses for the iPhone.
Modernization
$50B telecom contract set to kick off during presidential transition
The massive Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions contract is scheduled to start delivering services in January 2017, but the pending change of administration could lead to some hiccups.
Modernization
Video: Why You Need to Update Your Facebook App Immediately
Save your phone's battery, before it's too late.
Emerging Tech
New Tech Plans Aim to Take Copyright Office Out of the 1970s
While making specific tech upgrades is important, it will take a much more big-picture approach to truly modernize the office, said Director Maria Pallante.
Digital Government
Pentagon: We Need More People Tweeting to Combat ISIS Online
In the war of online influence, the U.S. is gaining ground but is still hopelessly outmanned.
Cybersecurity