Modernization
DOD Secured Fair Prices Despite Rapid Shift to Mass Telework, Audit Finds
The department also was able to reduce cybersecurity risks as it bought IT products and services in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, an inspector general report concluded.
Digital Government
Consumer Product Safety Commission Employees Want to Telework at Least Twice Per Week Post-Pandemic
Commission staff and leadership report higher productivity during mass telework and more benefits than drawbacks.
Digital Government
How Commerce Department Data Efforts Moved from ‘First Gear to Third Gear’
Thomas Beach, the Commerce Department’s interim CDO, talked with Nextgov about how his agency’s data work has evolved from focusing on governance to deliverables.
Digital Government
CDO Council Outlines Fresh Plans for New Year
The nascent group shared details via its first report to Congress—and on a new public website.
Digital Government
Some Agencies Tell Employees They Should Be Prioritized for COVID-19 Vaccine, But Offer Little Other Help
Federal agencies and states appear to disagree on who is responsible for vaccinating frontline federal workers.
Ideas
FAA Releases Remote ID, the Largest Regulatory Change for Drones In Years
Part of the purpose is to allow for more complex operations in the future.
Emerging Tech
Lawmakers Want the U.S. to Enable Increased Use of IoT Devices
The Internet of Things Readiness Act calls for comprehensive, Federal Communications Commission-steered studies.
Ideas
4 Data Analytics Trends to Watch in 2021
Expect more live data dashboards and APIs as a key enabler.
Digital Government
Snug and Doubled-Up Masks Can Help Stop Covid Spread, CDC Finds
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released new research looking at the effectiveness of wearing two masks at once, or tighter fitting face coverings.
Cybersecurity
Hack of Florida Water Treatment Plant Should Be a Wake-Up Call, Experts Say
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency should be involved every step of the way, a former presidential adviser said.
Digital Government
OMB Nominee to Prioritize Efficient, Tech-Savvy Government
Neera Tanden cited cybersecurity as one of her top priorities and pushed for Congress to add to the Technology Modernization Fund.
Digital Government
Poll Finds Steep Drop in Satisfaction With Government in the U.S.
The Gallup survey results indicate people are unhappy with other aspects of American life as well, like the moral climate and the influence of corporations.
Digital Government
Civilian and Military Personnel Will Be Deploying to First Federally Run Vaccine Sites in Coming Days
Biden administration launches pilot program for "mega-sites" staffed primarily by federal workers to assist state and local governments.
Digital Government
Lawmakers Move to Push Forward Privacy-Enhancing Tech
The Promoting Digital Privacy Technologies Act would drive research into tools that can help protect personal data.
Digital Government
Pentagon Leaders Discuss Challenges of Moving Data To and From the Tactical Edge
Officials described their goals as they begin implementing the DOD’s enterprisewide data strategy.
Ideas
How Forward-Thinking Investments Will Build the Future of Digital Government
To succeed, governments must create long-term integrated plans that encompass enterprise architecture, funding and policy support.
Digital Government
House Armed Services Reorg Looks to Increase Focus on Cybersecurity, Intelligence
Seven subcommittees will help oversee the vast Defense Department.
Digital Government
Employees, Lawmakers Frustrated by Homeland Security’s Slow COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts
A nearly month-old effort has only led to 900 employee vaccinations.
Digital Government
That Settles That: White House Is Keeping Space Force
A flip remark drew some criticism, and a clarification.
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