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Who gets performance information?

Can agency managers get the performance data that could help them improve their operations? How about non-managerial employees? A GAO survey reveals some insights.

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Groups fear 'overcorrection' on vendor interaction

Letter from industry groups to the FAS commissioner warns that inspector general report could 'have a chilling effect' on managers' role in GSA Schedules.

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GAO urges OPM to improve telework reporting

Of seven reporting requirements established by the Telework Enhancement Act, OPM partially met only two, audit finds.

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Know any rising stars? Nominate them today!

Time is running out! You have until July 15 to nominate your organization's best young talent.

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Counting heads: CRS tallies unfilled presidential appointments

Half a year into his second term, President Obama has not nominated candidates for many positions, and some he has put forward have not been confirmed, research shows.

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Sarah Crane: The power behind the portal

The director of USA.gov enhances the portal's reach and influence through a variety of techniques and tools, because there is no 'one single silver bullet.'

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Can agencies reward workers without money?

Readers critique recent ideas for low-cost morale-boosters and recognition.

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Same-sex spouses of federal employees eligible for benefits

In the wake of the supreme Court's decision overturning the Defense of Marriage Act, federal employees in legal same-sex marriages can extend benefits to their partners.

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GAO: Agencies need more program evaluations

Although most managers report that taking stock of their program performance is helpful, they're not doing it very often.

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DOD improves on contractor assessments

Tardiness continues to plague DOD's performance reporting, but the percentage of reports filed has risen significantly since 2011.

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Scandalous overrreaction?

Scandals illuminate deficiencies, but Steve Kelman argues that the instinct to clamp down is often counterproductive.

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Michael Seeds: Behind-the-scenes cyber advocate

The legislative director for Rep. Mac Thornberry, (R-Texas), has the job of helping call attention to the growing threats to government and private networks.

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OPM urges patience in the wake of DOMA ruling

Decision opens the door to broader benefits for federal employees in same-sex marriages.

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Navy set to announce NGEN contract

As long-awaited announcement nears, the Navy removes the network's champion and project leader, citing a 'loss of confidence.'

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Tester takes leadership role on federal efficiency

Montana's junior senator has taken the helm of a new subcommittee overseeing the efficiency and effectiveness of federal programs.

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A graphic look at federal hiring

Vacancies and staff turnover are seemingly a fact of life for today's agency IT executives. And for senior positions, the hiring hoops can take many forms.

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Census in the spotlight at open source summit

With projects this year and in 2012, Census is testing the open-data waters in significant ways.

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Cureton's successor picked at NASA

Larry Sweet, NASA's new CIO, takes office as the agency is under IG pressure to improve its IT management.

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Tangherlini nomination goes to full Senate

GSA's acting administrator has just one hurdle left before getting the job on a permanent basis.