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White House opens Code.gov repository
The Obama administration has launched a central code resource for digital tool development as part of its open source software policy.
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White House makes final push to streamline federal hiring
The directors of OMB and OPM sent a memo to federal agencies with three objectives for improving their hiring processes.
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Census announces test plans for 2017, 2018
After deciding to call off field tests, the Census Bureau announced it is moving forward with address canvassing tests in 2017 and confirmed its 2018 end-to-end test locations.
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OPM plans new work-life survey
The Office of Personnel Management will conduct a governmentwide survey to measure workplace flexibility as part of its efforts to attract and keep talented feds.
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What a Senate flip could mean for feds and IT
If Democrats take control of the Senate, it will mean big changes at key committees and could prove to be a big deal for federal workforce and IT issues.
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Seven steps to a smooth transition
ACT-IAC paper offers advice to the next administration on cybersecurity, management, workforce and more.
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IT modernization isn't all about tech
More efficient and cost-effective IT often comes down to customer involvement and comfort, according to some IT experts.
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Analysis paralysis in government?
Finding a balance between studying a problem to death and taking swift action can be tricky, but there are signs that federal managers are trying to address the challenge.
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Trump promises federal hiring freeze
In a weekend policy speech, the Republican presidential nominee announced plans to trim the federal workforce by attrition.
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Why regulators need to grok new tech
FTC Commissioner Terrell McSweeny said regulators need to understand technology before they seek to regulate it.
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Trump ally Gingrich pushes for federal 'You're fired!'
A senior adviser to presidential candidate Donald Trump wants to make it easier for the former reality TV star to use his famous catchphrase if he's elected.
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Three tips for working with a toxic colleague
Steve Kelman recommends an executive coach's advice for "creating productive relationships, even with individuals you find distasteful."
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Modernization guidance from ACT-IAC
Planning for modernizing systems can be tricky because adopting technologies requires more than just tech savvy, according to a new ACT-IAC modernization guide.
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New DOD principal deputy CIO on the job
John Zangardi, most recently a deputy assistant secretary in the Department of the Navy, has come on board as the new principal deputy CIO at the Defense Department.
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Legacy fund already having impact
U.S. CIO Tony Scott said a proposed IT modernization fund, still before Congress, is changing the way agencies think about upgrading legacy technology.
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Sen. Hatch dives into the FAR
A key Senate committee wants to hear from vendors about how well agencies are following IT procurement rules.
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Kerry seeks talent boost from Silicon Valley
Secretary of State John Kerry called on the technology industry for help with staffing and ideas for the agency's Global Engagement Center.
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A bipartisan proposal for performance management in the next administration
Steve Kelman applauds a new report, and its potential for pushing smart management under the next president.
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GAO wants better payroll data from OPM
The Office of Personnel Management's payroll and workforce data is unreliable and needs to be made more available for use by other agencies, according to a government watchdog.
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