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Federal IT accessibility regulations getting a refresh
For the second time in two years, the U.S. Access Board has released a draft update to regulations that cover accessibility for computer hardware and software, websites, cell phones and other IT-related tools.
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Government seeks input on federal mobility strategy
The government wants advice from feds and the public on speeding up the adoption of mobile technologies.
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With OMB and OFPP heads gone, can the administration agenda advance?
Two top leaders of OMB and OFPP are stepping down within a month of each other. What's the impact?
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Facebook Timeline could reveal your hidden connections
Facebook Timeline is becoming mandatory for the social network's users soon, and with it comes an array of new headaches for federal executives.
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Technology enables USDA office closures
The agency is shuttering 259 locations for cost savings.
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GAO: Agencies didn't consider risks with support services
Few officials considered risks when awarding contracts that closely supported inherently governmental functions.
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Fed execs get consistent performance measures
A new framework gives agencies a uniform approach to evaluating Senior Executive Service employees.
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GAO: OMB misses key areas needing oversight
OMB missed two key types of support services in recent oversight initiatives, GAO says.
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Plain language in federal regulation comes closer
Federal regulations are notoriously hard to understand, but this week a government agency took yet another step in simplifying complex language.
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DOD: Industry partnerships still central despite budget cuts
As the Defense Department plans for smaller budgets, contractors worry about their own fortunes.
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NASA CIO Linda Cureton combines book launch and philanthropy
Linda Cureton is trying her hand at hosting her own book launch and charitable fundraiser.
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Interior could save millions with better use of videoconferencing
Video teleconferencing technology could help the Interior Department save millions yearly, but technical problems have plagued the efforts for a departmentwide implementation.
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GSA demands security plans from IT companies
Companies now must submit an IT security plan to GSA.
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Obama, Panetta outline strategy for more than $450B in defense cuts
A comprehensive, strategic review reveals plans to shift Pentagon focus from ground wars to rebuilding, deterrence while preserving innovation and partnership with industry.
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NASA boldly goes to the open-source frontier
NASA launches a new website to foster collaboration on open-source projects.
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Retiring executives could come back as mentors
The Office of Personnel Management is seeking a contractor to help match employees with mentors.
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Dot-gov Web sprawl a challenge to untangle
Reform efforts have reduced the number of government websites, but the trickiest challenges lie ahead.
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