Modernization
Experts advise not rushing to meet digital records deadline
"Where I see failures happening in implementation is when people try to do too much all at one time," says Guidance Software’s Chad McManamy.
Cybersecurity
Federal agencies flunking FOIA
None of the 15 agencies studied earned an A on a Freedom of Information Act report card from the Center for Effective Government, and seven – including DOD, DHS and State – got an F.
People
Agencies face data deliverables in 2014
Some agencies have detailed schedules, others list overall goals, and a few appear to be behind the curve.
Digital Government
NARA looks to bring agency records into the 21st century
NARA's goal is to simplify the process for transferring agency records to the archive.
People
NARA tries to improve email preservation
After two decades of email communications, many agencies still print and file paper copies of messages they need to keep.
People
Agency records need better handling
NARA report finds agencies making improvements to records management, but more progress is needed.
People
National Archives picks first 'chief innovation officer'
Appointee was also the National Archives first chief digital access strategist.
People
NARA map shows elections past and future
An interactive online map allows users to research past presidential elections or apply state-by-state scenarios to the current one to see how various state wins or losses affects electoral vote totals.
Digital Government
NARA asks for input on mobile choices
Officials plan to make the Federal Register and its other documents more easily accessible via the Internet.
People
Is a paperless government by 2019 too much to ask?
To accomplish the goals laid out in the Obama administration's recent records management directive will take money, IT and employee training -- three things the government is short on these days.
Digital Government
Archivist names new director of the Office of the Federal Register
OFR gets a new leader.
Cybersecurity
VA fails to communicate clearly; who gets a better grade?
A new report finds few agencies have made progress in meeting the requirements of the 2010 Plain Writing Act.
People
Agencies still struggling with electronic records management, NARA report shows
Despite efforts to improve, agencies are still at risk of compromising their records.
Modernization
OMB ups the ante on improper payments
Agencies are asked to plan ahead to implement "Do Not Pay" tool into existing operations.
Modernization
Treasure trove of Census data stumbles on launch
Many researchers welcomed NARA's release of the 1940 U.S. Census, but others worried about privacy and reported the website was not functioning properly.
People
Justice role in FOIA gets new scrutiny
The Justice Department is again facing allegations that it may be attempting to interfere with other agency FOIA activities.
Modernization
Justice supports FOIA portal
A Justice Department official responds to recent allegations that the agency is hindering a multi-agency FOIA effort.
Digital Government
Justice accused of hindering multi-agency FOIA website
A group of FOIA watchdogs is calling for a truce in an apparent turf war between the Justice Department and three other departments over FOIA websites.
Digital Government
National Archives to see dip in its budget next year
NARA takes small budget hit, leader expresses confidence.
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