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What feds are thinking about the workplace

The 2012 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey finds commitment strong, but morale declining.

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ACT-IAC honors Reed, Turco, O'Neill, others for leadership

Normally announced at the Executive Leadership Conference, individual awards recognize government and industry leaders in the IT community.

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Will protest fees have other costs?

Proposed fee for filing bid protest is small, but could have unintended consequences.

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Crowdsourcing the next NASA.gov

Agency is pushing for public input as it plans its website redesign.

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Transition tips for careerists

Making a good impression on new agency leaders serves you well, writes Alan Balutis, but it takes some finesse.

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Workforce challenges continue to hamper FDA

Independent report calls for additional training, improved metrics and mandatory exit interviews.

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VA turns to electronic payments to save money, improve work

New rule takes effect Dec. 27, makes previously voluntary system mandatory.

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GSA launches data dashboard for GWACs

According to GSA's Mary Davie, the new tool addresses needs voiced by both agencies and contractors.

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NOAA seeks stopgap solutions to looming satellite issue

With a lengthy gap in weather-satellite coverage likely, agency is looking for other ways to ensure forecasts’ quality and timeliness.

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5 ways feds can interoperate

ACT-IAC report on information sharing stresses early planning, promises cost savings.

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OFPP wants to edit cost accounting standards exemptions

Proposed rule change would replace detailed list with general guidelines.

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Improper payments by agencies on the decline

OMB touts $47 billion in savings since 2009, approaching Obama’s goal of $50 billion by the end of fiscal 2012.

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Videoconferencing: From novelty to necessity

Video conferencing was once a curiosity for many and a bane for the camera-shy. Today, it's a handy and economical way to communicate.

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Fast-tracking a government career

Career tips are like any other opinions: Everyone has one. To make sense of all the conflicting advice, FCW asked seven experts to tell us what young feds should do to get ahead, and what they should avoid.

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Klossner on the CIO

FCW cartoonist John Klossner has some thoughts on how colleagues sometimes see the role of the CIO.

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In Congress, tech experience runs deep for four new members

Representatives-elect Daines, Foster, DelBene and Salmon could be the techie caucus of the House freshman class.

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Mark Day: How agencies boost savings

The director of GSA's Office of Strategic Programs knows how agencies can become more efficient in today's budget climate.

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Presidential transitions: Your chance to shine

With a little preparation, senior leaders can rise to the top during a transition, but the time to act is now, writes Bob Woods

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OPM's guide to second-term staffing

The Office of Personnel Management's "Presidential Transition Guide to Federal Human Resources Management" outlines how to deal with incoming and outgoing administration employees.