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Feds urged to telework on anniversary of March on Washington

OPM asks agencies to show flexibility, avoid "unproductive time" on Aug. 28.

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Back to the future with BPM

Business process management, a concept with roots that plunge more than 20 years into the past, is finding new roles in helping agencies through tough budget times.

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Why a transformation commission is good for feds

Legislation before Congress could provide vital support for agencies that are struggling to save money while serving the public.

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IG knocks IRS software licensing

The tax agency could improve its understanding and managment of its software assets, auditors conclude.

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Postal Service CIO to retire

Ellis Burgoyne began his career as a letter carrier in Inglewood, Calif.

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Broad group of feds deemed ineligible for MSPB protection

Court: Employees involved in national security matters -- even if unclassified -- can be dismissed or demoted without review.

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5 steps to transforming executive branch management

Alan Balutis is senior director and distinguished fellow at Cisco Systems' Internet Business Solutions Group.

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IBM's Prieto named to DOD cyber post

Daniel Prieto, who recently served as vice president of IBM's public sector global business services, has been appointed to the Senior Executive Service and named director of cybersecurity and technology at DOD's CIO office in Washington.

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VA touts progress on claims backlog; critics say it's not enough

Officials at the Veterans Affairs Department say the number of backlogged compensation claims has shrunk by 20 percent since its March peak, but critics are maintaining a full-court press on the White House to further reduce the VA's claims inventory.

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NARA tries to improve email preservation

After two decades of email communications, many agencies still print and file paper copies of messages they need to keep.

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IG slams DOT for overuse of risky contracts

The Transportation Department relies too heavily on cost-reimbursement contracts, according to a report from the DOT inspector general.

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Personnel shuffles at GSA

Mark Day steps in for Kevin Youel Page, who takes over the Integrated Award Environment.

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Study: More mobile would make feds more productive

Survey suggests seven hours per week could be gained by better connectivity.

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Coaching and training in a time of lean budgets

Now more than ever, it is vital for federal managers to invest in their own professional development.

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The key to better IT portfolio management

Federal leaders need to balance their spending on operations and new projects to support strategic IT priorities and budget plans

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What kind of video goes viral?

And why should feds care?

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Better service, one smile at a time

Steve Kelman proposes adopting a wordless rating system from Singapore.

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Wennergren reveals retirement plans

After less than two weeks of relaxation, the former DOD assistant deputy chief management officer takes a job.

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First OASIS protests likely not the last

Protestor: Pass/fail standards in OASIS unrestricted RFP unfair to small businesses, violate federal rules.

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CIO Council changes its org chart

In a bid to narrow its focus, the Federal CIO Council has created a new organizational structure.