Digital Government
Is federal BYOD for mobile moving too fast?
The "bring your own device" policy trend for mobile devices shows no sign of slowing down even while security and privacy questions are being raised, according to speakers at a FOSE panel.
Digital Government
Micropurchases can smooth path to mobile
Federal agencies who want to get their feet wet with mobile might want to try buying a prototype for under $3,000, says a federal acquisition expert.
Modernization
Be ready for disruptive technologies, FOSE keynote speaker says
Thomas Koulopoulos, futurist and keynote speaker at FOSE, explains how the future will be nothing like you expect--and you'd better get ready.
Digital Government
Agencies test user ideas for mobile tech
IT executives at two agencies turned to their employees for ideas of smart uses of mobile technologies.
Digital Government
Forget mobile-device strategy: Here's a better way.
As federal managers struggle to get a handle on mobile devices, speakers at a FOSE panel offer another approach.
People
GSA's leader steps down over wasteful spending report
Martha Johnson, two other top GSA officials, out as IG details extravagant spending and rules violations connected to Western Regions conference.
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.
Modernization
State Department's e-diplomacy efforts outpace other nations'
The State Department is the world's leading user of technology tools for diplomacy, according to a new think tank study.
Digital Government
United States and India launch open government platform on Web
Following through on an agreement, the U.S. and India have jointly released open source code to help governments release data to the public.
Modernization
Confused about big data and cloud? So's everyone.
Federal executives and vendors are not the only ones who might have trouble pinning down a precise definition for "big data" and "cloud," according to a new study.
People
VA looking for mobile apps in innovation contest
The Veterans Affairs Department announced a new round of industry competition to develop applications and solutions for the department.
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.
Cybersecurity
DHS travel authorization system allows thousands to slip through cracks
The Homeland Security Department electronic system for registering foreign visitors from visa waiver program countries allows thousands of noncompliant visitors each year, according to a GAO official.
Digital Government
President Obama's campaign now on Pinterest
Pinterest is a relative newcomer for agencies considering social media, but the president's campaign is taking advantage of it.
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