Digital Government

NHTSA can't get on the road again

Implementing a new crash-data system requires travel that the highway safety agency says it can't afford.

Digital Government

NTSB recommends new data recovery tech to FAA

Recent air disasters present stark evidence that the government needs new aircraft location and in-flight data transmission technologies.

Cybersecurity

FISMA, TSA IT measures on way to president

The FISMA overhaul incorporates the existing division of labor on protecting federal networks, while the TSA measure creates new levels of oversight for IT acquisition at the agency.

Digital Government

Big data is not just a job, it's an adventure

Officials from DHS and DOT face different challenges with departmental data but agree that when it comes to managing big data, "you're never done."

People

Gumming up government, but only for a while

A GAO report says shutdowns throw a monkey wrench into the gears of government, but any long-term impact appears minimal.

Modernization

FAA seeks digital tool to aid investigations

The FAA wants to buy a commercial off-the-shelf forensic case management software tool.

Modernization

Surplus TSA airport scanner missed initial data scrubbing

One of 165 decommissioned scanners escaped with its data intact, but its hard drive was soon removed, according to an IG report.

Modernization

Traffic cybersecurity gets a red light

Researchers have demonstrated relatively easy access to networked traffic systems.

Modernization

NHTSA takes next step on national crash-avoidance system

In addition to radio interference, skeptics also voice concerns about the cybersecurity of increasingly networked vehicles.

Digital Government

FAA moves on drone test and research sites

The last of six authorizations to operate and a solicitation for a Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems came in the past week.

Cybersecurity

The story behind DOT's cyber makeover

CIO Richard McKinney says it started with the realization that staff considered cybersecurity measures to be "inconvenient."

Modernization

What Roat's move to DOT means for FedRAMP

Bottlenecks remain a concern, but observers expect a smooth transition.