People
Kelman: Agencies have an opportunity to attract young, energetic employees
Agencies worried about losing seasoned employees to retirement should take advantage of opportunities created by a combination of scarce private-sector jobs and the new president's appeal.
People
Asking the defense industry to give back
The defense industry could contribute to easing the nation's deficit with mild price reductions.
Acquisition
Partner or patsy?
The economic downturn gives agencies a tool for negotiating contract discounts – if they use it.
Cybersecurity
Satisfied employees prove value
Good management has a role in making employees feel engaged and important, and evokes better performance.
Digital Government
The Lectern: Banned in China
A long time ago (I think I'm dating myself here), people used the phrase "banned in Boston" to call people's attention to material, presumably somewhat salacious, that had been banned in Boston -- as a way of getting people in other parts of the country interested in getting it.
People
The Lectern: Contracting in a time of mega-deficits and economic downturn
Government contracting has a number of chronic challenges that need addressing but that can't be fixed overnight. Meanwhile, there is a chance for our contracting workforce, and the incoming administration, to score some quick contracting wins that are related to the current economic and budget situation.
People
Biases and decision-making
Studies highlight the numerous obstacles people face when trying to make decisions.
People
The Lectern: The spirit of the season this year
Blogger Steve Kelman sees a different holiday spirit taking shape because of the economic turmoil.
Digital Government
The Lectern: Pilgrimage season in Mecca
Blogger Steve Kelman reports on the results of a study related to social attitudes of people taking part in the Hajj.
People
Kelman: Young workers like some rules
Agencies can keep employees longer with rules that guide but don’t confine creativity.
People