Management
A Mixed Verdict on Customer Service at Five Agencies
Only Customs and Border Protection is fully transparent about its standards, GAO finds.
Management
NSA's Moonlighting Problem
A former NSA head has recruited one of his underlings for his lucrative cybersecurity firm—but that underling still works for the agency.
Management
Laptops, Confidential Documents Left Sitting Out in GSA’s New Open Office
Watchdog’s surprise inspection uncovers performance reviews and contractor selection reports on desks.
Management
Data Is Driving STEM Recruitment
From heat maps to workforce demographics, the search for talent is on.
Policy
House Intel Chief Wants To Increase Cyber Attacks Against Russia
The United States needs to be on the offensive when it comes to a preventing cyber war, says Rep. Mike Rogers. By Patrick Tucker
Science & Tech
This Could Be the Navy SEAL's Boat of Tomorrow
The attack boats of tomorrow could look nothing like those of today. By Patrick Tucker
Science & Tech
The Defense Industry Is Expanding the Use of 3D Printing
The Navy is still several years away from being able to print spare parts for ships and airplanes, but ‘that day will surely come.’ By Marcus Weisgerber
Oversight
Why Feds Shouldn’t Watch Star Trek During Work Hours
Taxpayers shouldn’t foot the bill for such events, IG says.
Management
Technology on a Diet: 5 Reasons to Embrace Open Source
Even with shrinking budgets, agencies can innovate.
Science & Tech
The Rise of the Islamic State Could Mean More Drones
The recent trend in less spending for drones just hit a big bump in the wake of the threat of Islamic fighters in Iraq and Syria. By Patrick Tucker
Oversight
IRS Chief Rebuts Claim of Governmentwide Email Backup
House Republicans renew push to find more missing Lois Lerner emails.
Science & Tech
The Military Wants a Vehicle That Can Dodge Rockets By Itself
The military wants to build future vehicles that don’t just withstand assaults but avoid them. By Patrick Tucker
Science & Tech
The FCC Website Will Likely Crash on Wednesday
The Federal Communications Commission plays a vital role in the nation’s response to cyber incidents and it’s about to be hit by a major disruption. By Patrick Tucker
Management
How to Keep Your Smartphone From Taking Over Your Life
Most people can't be more than 5 feet away from their device. It's time to get a grip.
Ideas
Actual Telepathy Is One Step Closer to the Battlefield
Can you read my mind? Researchers announce first brain-to-brain communication without a surgical implant. By Patrick Tucker
Digital Government
GSA’s McClure to Lead Cloud Strategy at Private Firm
The new role will put him in familiar territory, working with federal and state agencies to develop cloud computing strategies.
Digital Government
Is Your Agency Ready to Start ‘Storyboarding?’
It's the latest buzzword humming through agencies.
Management
How New York City Is Becoming Even More Map-Centric With Its Data
The city’s transportation CTO details how to create valuable tools for the public, put everything on a map and not reinvent the wheel in the process.
Digital Government
Pentagon Accepts Bids on Long-Awaited Health Records Contract
The solicitation is the first step in what could be an $11 billion effort over the next decade to modernize the Pentagon's health records system.
Digital Government