Digital Government
Winkler steps down as Army PEO-EIS
The Army's program executive officer for enterprise information systems, Gary Winkler, has announced he will step down, effective in April.
Digital Government
New mobile device policy planned for DOD
New DOD rules for secure mobile technology use is in the works, one official says.
Modernization
New Army CIO inherits complicated responsibilities, competing priorities
LandWarNet, enterprise e-mail and the Army Cyber Command are all getting the immediate attention of new CIO Lt. Gen. Susan Lawrence.
Digital Government
Culture, policies hinder technology adoption at DOD: panel
The Defense Department would like to use mobile technologies and other technology innovations more freely, but outdated policies hold it back, panelists say.
Digital Government
Major battle ahead over DOD spending
The U.S. public overwhelmingly wants defense cuts, but the Defense Department says that's dangerous.
People
Army needs better acquisition process, official says
Growth in Army capabilities must come without an increased price, an Army acquisition official says.
Modernization
Lt. Gen. Susan Lawrence appointed Army CIO
Lt. Gen. Susan Lawrence, former commanding general of U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command/9th Signal Command, is the new Army CIO.
Digital Government
DOD seeks to cut, downgrade executive jobs
The Defense Department is in the process of cutting 209 civilian senior executive positions, with 126 to be eliminated and 83 downgraded.
Modernization
Air Force budget would save on IT, other areas
Although the Air Force's budget is smaller for fiscal 2012, savings gained through efficiency measures will be applied to readiness and modernization, official says.
Digital Government
DOD budget calls for leaner military
The Defense Department's proposed $553 billion budget for fiscal 2012 marks a modest increase.
Digital Government
PEO deputy ready for budget challenges
Terry Watson, the Army's new deputy program executive officer for enterprise information systems, talked with FCW's Amber Corrin about the experience so far and the challenges she sees ahead.
Digital Government
Joint Forces commander details plans for closure
Contractor jobs, as well as military and civilian government roles, will be cut as a new, leaner organization focuses on training and education, Army Gen. Ray Odierno, commander of Joint Forces Command, says.
People
Get ready for a no-frills budget proposal
The fiscal 2012 budget request is due out on Feb. 14. Everyone expects it to be sparse, but no one is sure just how sparse.
Digital Government
Future of Navy, DOD debated at AFCEA West
Top DOD officials discussed critical issues for the military's future at AFCEA West.
Acquisition
Could mission specialization solve DOD's woes?
In an era of tight budgets and ongoing conflict, specialization is an intriguing idea, but experts question whether it would save money.
Digital Government
Navy efficiency push seeks to save without cuts
The Navy's effiency plans will hinge on streamlining personnel, buying smarter and closely examining major programs, says Robert Work, the military service's under secretary.
People
Army CIO nominee finally becomes clear
White House nomination is the next step in the confirmation process.
Digital Government
New DOD CIO calls for partnerships in first public appearance
New Defense Department CIO Teri Takai calls for partnerships and maximizing technology as the department seeks to evolve.
Cybersecurity
DOD social media policy set to return to limbo
With the expiration date approaching on the Defense Department's official social media policy, the potential loss of access to popular sites like YouTube and Facebook is creating concern.
People