Modernization
New e-rulemaking site facilitates participation
A joint project of the Transportation Department and Cornell University focuses on maximizing informed discussion of proposed federal rules.
Modernization
E-rulemaking gets a fresh push
A steady interest in Web technologies to simplify and spur public participation in e-rulemaking is beginning to show results.
Modernization
OPM says capacity issues for USAJobs resolved
A senior official in charge of the USAJobs federal job search website said the agency is now addressing search problems, but users continue to complain about site performance.
People
NARA electronic archive has fundamental flaw in search, IG says
As the National Archives' electronic archives moves into operational mode this month, it's suffering from problems that could frustrate users, IG warns.
Digital Government
NARA gives guidance on shared drives and asks for feedback
The National Archives and Records Administration is asking federal agencies to help shape policy for using shared drives to store documents.
People
10 tips for social media success
A sample: Use your agency logo to convey that it's an official presence.
Modernization
USAJobs 3.0 sees sharp drop in job applications
The USAJobs 3.0 website is accepting thousands of applications two weeks into the launch, but the number of applications appears to have dropped in comparison to previous months.
Digital Government
VA gears up for buy of up to 100,000 tablet computers
The Veterans Affairs Department has concluded that a mobile device management solution will overcome any security hurdles.
Digital Government
VA official outlines 'ruthless' reductions in IT budget cut plan
Printers, desktop computers, mobile devices on the chopping block.
Modernization
Monster, Avue step in to aid agencies with jobs to fill
The USAJobs website's troubles may be easing, but meanwhile rivals are volunteering to help federal agencies with listings.
People
DOL and Facebook create partnership to help job seekers
Labor Secretary Hilda Solis announced the new Social Jobs Partnership with representatives from Facebook and other groups.
Modernization
Did USAJobs fix make matters worse?
More than a week after its debut, a recent attempt to fix the USAJobs website may be contributing to problems, an industry critic suggested.
Digital Government
ISC2 honors federal IT security professionals for creating innovative apps
Organization of IT security professionals announced winners of leadership awards at the TSA, Army, Air Force and other agencies.
Cybersecurity
SSA has gaps in e-authentication of identities, auditors say
The Social Security Administration is falling short on meeting requirements for authenticating identities online, says a new federal audit.
Modernization
OPM slows access to USAJobs to lighten load
Lawyer offers advice for frustrated job seekers unable to apply for desired positions.
People
Government workers using mobile to access social media, survey shows
Market Connections Inc. released a new survey of how government employees and contractors are utilizing and accessing social media.
People
Facebook poised to dredge up your embarrassing past
New Timeline feature could resurface posts and images you thought were gone forever -- here's what you can do about it.
Modernization
OPM says USAJobs fixed, but complaints continue
The tumult for the troubled USAJobs revamp does not seem to be over. Although the Office of Personnel Management gave it a thumbs up late Oct. 14, problems continued to frustrate users.
People
Steve Cooper lands in a new role
Steve Cooper, former CIO of the FAA's Air Traffic Operation, has a new title.
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