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Federal procurement is poised for reform—here's what to keep in mind

Increased collaboration between the private and public sectors will help all parties involved understand how best to modernize government systems while minimizing potential disruptions to critical operations.

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What are the Pros and Cons of Digital Workers?

Digital employees offer companies advantages, but there are also drawbacks.

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Won’t Get Fooled Again?

COMMENTARY | In the world of cybersecurity, the more things change the more they stay the same. 

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Why it's time to supercharge data infrastructure funding

Advances in technology have set the stage for pivotal collaborations between computer scientists, statisticians, mathematicians and domain scientists—but government needs to pitch in.

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Building accountability into the coming spyware ban

A long-anticipated executive order to block foreign commercial spyware should also come with accountability for companies that neglect cybersecurity best practices.

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Remembering Professor Carter

Steve Kelman reflects on the former defense secretary's life in government and academia.

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Do Traffic Signals Need a Fourth Light for Self-driving Cars?

Another light could improve traffic flow with the influx of self-driving vehicles hitting the market.

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Large Numbers of Americans Want a Strong, Rough, Anti-democratic Leader

A new national survey sheds light on why.

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ChatGPT is Great – You’re Just Using it Wrong

COMMENTARY | ChatGPT is better used for playacting than playing at finding facts.

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There are Just 7 Long COVID-19 Symptoms

Research indicates COVID-19's long symptoms are not as varied as previously thought.

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Measuring for management

Steve Kelman is impressed with how today's senior federal civilian and military managers approach performance data.