People
Rand proposes analysis method
The nonprofit research firm says terrorism-related information can be found by limiting data at first, then building on it.
Modernization
Meshing with standards
Rivals of MeshNetworks say the latter's acquisition by Motorola goes against the trend of wireless open standards, but proponents of the deal say the opposite is true.
Cybersecurity
Groups urge 911 improvements
Existing 911 system is woefully outdated, it cannot use new tech.
People
Group to launch terrorist database
Web-based system seeks to provide authorities with terrorist info.
People
Kentucky, Army sniff out trouble
Prototype portal will integrate data to monitor chemical depot.
Cybersecurity
DOD brass: Coalitions need info sharing
Some contend allies should have SIPRNET access
Modernization
Amber Alerts crossing state lines
Officials work on national alert network for missing children
Modernization
Local execs praise open source
It saves money and takes advantage of IT collaboration, local officials say.
People
WiSPER hires Newstrom
Virginia's former secretary of technology will be the president and CEO for the developer of solutions for portable electronic records.
People
DHS works on case management
Officials are developing a Web hub with information for law enforcement officers.
People
Architecture to get more security, privacy info
The CIO Council will release a more detailed document on security and privacy requirements of the federal enterprise architecture by April.
Digital Government
Northrop to run Indianapolis IT operations
Indianapolis and Marion County officials chose Northrop Grumman over Unisys for a $46 million contract.
Digital Government
Calif. settles with Diebold
The voting machine maker will pay the state $2.6 million to settle claims that the company misled California officials about the security of its products.
Cybersecurity
DHS plots security database
It will let those with clearances visit other facilities with no muss, no fuss and no paper, said DHS' chief security officer.
People
OMB plans info-sharing initiative
It will be the next lines of business initiative cutting across agency lines.
Acquisition
Buyers gather in Canada
A three-day conference will bring together procurement officials and businesses from throughout the Americas.
Digital Government
Fed architecture to cover records, maybe geospatial info
Records management and possibly geospatial data will be added to the federal enterprise architecture, an official says.
Digital Government
GAO ponders national indicators
A Web-based system that analyzes hordes of economic and societal data could paint a general picture of American life, the Government Accountability Office says.
Digital Government