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Science.gov's search goes deeper
The government repository for science information has been updated with a new feature that allows for deep document searching.
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Commerce seeks online hiring system
The Commerce Department seeks a human-resources automated hiring system that is integrated with the governmentwide USAJOBS Web site.
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FEMA starts search to create civilian advisory panel
The National Advisory Council will work with FEMA's administrator to coordinate federal preparedness.
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House panel approves whistle-blower, transparency bills
The whistle-blower legislation would ensure protection for employees of government contractors, while the Executive Branch Reform Act seeks to limit the influence of special interests.
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DOD clarifies RFID requirements
A new rule mandates the use of radio frequency identification tags even on low-value shipments from low-volume suppliers.
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GPO requests enhanced technology information for FDsys project
GPO intends to create a system to allow government content to be created and managed in perpetuity, using technologies that are independent of specific hardware and software platforms.
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More than 1 million individuals' data at risk
The VA says the missing portable hard drive used by an employee at a VA medical facility may have held sensitive information on half a million individuals and more than 1 million physicians.
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Experts to talk anti-IED methods at conference
The Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Organization will hold a three-day conference in April to discuss major issues in the battle against IEDs.
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Outsourcing will grow, Input predicts
The research firm cites the impending federal information technology workforce shortage as workers retire, the demands of the war in Iraq and a slowdown in federal contract spending as reasons for the increase.
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IRS troubleshoots E-Help program
Despite the IRS’ progress in its E-Help desk, customer service efficiency still needs improvement, the agency’s Office of the Inspector General said.
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Report: DHS needs ‘blended culture,’ new leadership models
A task force also recommends that DHS create a deputy secretary for operations to help department officials manage the integration of its component agencies.
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EPA awards CGI financial-management contract
The EPA has become the first large agency to migrate to a shared provider under the FMLOB through a contract with CGI Federal Inc.
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Northrop Grumman president takes on COO title; new CFO named
Wesley Bush takes on the portfolio of chief operating officer in addition to his current title of president.
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Kicked upstairs, Brad Boston takes charge
Former Cisco Systems CIO draws on his experience in managing large enterprises.
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