Modernization
Trump issues last-minute order targeting foreign cyber threats
A Jan. 19 executive order from Donald Trump in the waning hours of his presidency aims to force cloud providers to keep more complete records about their customers to support U.S. investigations of hacks and other computer crimes.
Digital Government
Presidential Transition Means CIO Turnover At Some Agencies, Too
Come inauguration, nearly a third of department-level CIO positions will need new occupants.
Modernization
Biden-Harris Admin Proposes $10B in New IT and Cyber Funding for Federal Agencies
The administration wants to add $9 billion to the Technology Modernization Fund and give CISA a boost.
Modernization
Telework, BYOD and DEOS
Telework made the idea of bringing your own device a top priority as the Defense Information Systems Agency begins transitioning to a permanent version of the commercial virtual remote environment.
Digital Government
DISA to Take Over Implementation of the Pentagon’s Cloud Programs
Execution of enterprise cloud programs was previously run through the office of the chief information officer.
Modernization
Indian Health Service Seeks Input on Modernization Plan
The agency’s current IT work is guided by a strategic planning document that dates back to 2016.
Digital Government
DOD Launches ‘Speed Dating App’ Connecting Vetted Capital With Tech Companies
The digital marketplace for the Defense Department’s Trusted Capital initiative went live shortly before the holidays.
Artificial Intelligence
GSA Awards $800M Contract to Support Internal Use of Emerging Tech
While the General Services Administration usually works on helping other agencies buy emerging technologies, the new DIGIT contract looks to support internal modernization efforts.
Ideas
How the Biden Administration Can Restore Trust in Government
Governments can use technology to meet people where they are, serve people better in their real lives, and make successes visible to demonstrate the value of effective governing.
Digital Government
SBA Relaunches COVID Loan Program As Watchdog Warns About Possible Fraud
The recent COVID relief package included funding for a third round of the program, which has come under much scrutiny.
Artificial Intelligence
White House Launches ‘Central Hub’ for Artificial Intelligence Research and Policymaking
The establishment of the new office is in accordance with the recently passed defense authorization act.
Artificial Intelligence
How the Pentagon’s AI Center Aims to Advance ‘Responsible AI Literacy’ in 2021
Certain provisions in the NDAA could promote this work.
Digital Government
What Democratic Control of Government Could Mean for Biden’s Tech Policies
Though the margins are tight, the incoming president may nominate more progressive candidates for certain positions, experts say.
Modernization
DOD looks to kickstart 5G competition
The Defense Department is looking to expand its 5G exploration to include a new network of technologies with a competitive challenge.
Modernization
Trump Admin Names Fourth and Final Shared Services Lead
The Office of Management and Budget designated the Quality Service Management Office lead for grants administration.
Cybersecurity
GSA Introduces Vendor Risk Assessment Program in Draft Solicitation
The SolarWinds hack seems to be breathing new life into the supply chain security effort.
Modernization
DISA to take over defense cloud implementation
The Defense Department's cloud office will have a new home at the Defense Information Systems Agency later this month.
Digital Government
Smithsonian Seeks Lead for Broad Swath of Digital Transformation Efforts
The position is based out of the Washington, D.C. headquarters but is open for applicants teleworking from anywhere in the U.S.
Ideas
2020 Retrospective: Nowhere Left to Hide for Digital 'Have-Nots'
The events of this year brought the realities of digital transformation into sharp relief: Public sector agencies are divided into “haves” and “have-nots”—and the “have-nots” cannot put off digital transformation any longer.
Cybersecurity