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OPM to release performance appraisal tool for SES personnel systems
The tool will build on the OPM Performance Appraisal Assessment Tool, which agencies use to assess General Schedule personnel evaluation systems, OPM said.
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Panel: Know what you want before moving to private sector
For example, weigh whether you want to be a consultant or do the actual work, one panelist suggested.
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Four agencies' e-gov scores drop
OMB downgraded four agencies because of problems in using their enterprise architectures, while overall government performance improved, officials say.
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LOBs continue to take hold, OMB officials say
Agencies are beginning to see the benefits of the assorted lines of business.
Modernization
Welles: The telework dance
Proponents fret about the lack of straightforward momentum for expanding government telework.
Modernization
FEMA plays catch-up on IT infrastructure
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is trying to upgrade its technology infrastructure and business processes to better fulfill its mission.
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Feds stay competitive
Recent public/private sector competitions show insider knowledge is a real advantage.
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Mentoring helps SSA become a better workplace
On the best places to work list, SSA ranked 21st in 2005, this year, it jumped to 7th.
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IRMCO honors Katrina work, income data system
C. Donald Babers won for his oversight of the government’s post-hurricane housing recovery and reconstruction efforts, and HUD earned an award for a system that monitors housing eligibility.
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How low can morale go at DHS?
Marta Perez says the department has made significant progress in improving morale.
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Be a great boss
Most organizations, especially federal agencies, suffer from undermanagement.
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Editorial: What are the issues?
In the coming months, we will offer thoughts about the issues that the presidential candidates should address.
Cybersecurity
OMB still at work on standard Windows configuration
The Office of Management and Budget told agencies the standard configurations will be available April 30.
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Army Corps of Engineers reshapes IT management
With the A-76 competition finally settled, the Corps will take central control of its information technology infrastructure under two directorates.
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OFPP: Big programs require more training
Managers overseeing large programs must now meet training and experience requirements.
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Lawmakers assail DHS on responsiveness
At a House Homeland Security Committee hearing, members called for Homeland Security officials to do a better job in responding to oversight requests.
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Harvard to study government response to crises
Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government has launched an initiative aimed at overcoming the incapacity of governments to react quickly to catastrophic events.
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