Modernization
FCC launches website to create personalized dashboards
The Federal Communications Commission is deploying an example of an open API website that follows a vision promulgated by Federal CIO Steven VanRoekel.
Modernization
VA mulls moving telecomm to the cloud
The Veterans Affairs Department is asking for industry input on the feasibility of ditching its PBX in favor of cloud-based telephony.
Modernization
Army enterprise e-mail, DOD cloud: What happens next?
The defense authorization bill would put potentially time-sensitive technology plans on hold for DOD -- maybe for better, more likely for worse.
Modernization
Marines prep for combat support with simulation
At Camp Pendleton's Battle Simulation Center, Marines are tested in operational support using simulation tools that recreate combat.
Modernization
Defense bill threatens data center, enterprise e-mail efforts
The 2012 defense bill contains language that could block DOD-DISA partnerships in cloud and enterprise e-mail.
Modernization
Do you succumb to mouse rage?
How many computer users ever yell at their machines? Maybe more than you would guess.
Modernization
Congress directs Defense to use commercial data centers
Language in authorization act also zeroes out funds for Army enterprise email.
Modernization
VanRoekel: Citizens expect more digital interaction with government
With the emergence of a Facebook Nation, Americans have come to expect more digital interaction with their government, says Obama's chief information officer.
Modernization
Will VA real-time tracking plan include employees?
Procurement documents reveal a tracking system that may include collecting the movements of Veterans Affairs employees.
Modernization
Contractor fired after criticizing USAJobs
An Oracle manager loses his job a few days after his comments appear in a newspaper.
Cybersecurity