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IT spending reporting gets a makeover
The Office of Management and Budget finalized new guidance on reporting IT spending as called for by the Obama administration’s IT reform plan.
Digital Government
Minn. government shutdown expected to end soon
The longest state government shutdown in recent history is finally coming to an end. But, at the federal level, the debt ceiling debate rages on and creates uncertainty for federal employees.
People
Debt ceiling debate renews fears for feds
If the debt ceiling debate isn't settled soon, federal employees could face furloughs or holds on their salaries and benefits.
People
Computer game offers a chance to solve fiscal crisis
As the debt ceiling debate rages on, a newly released computer game gives everyday people a go at solving the nation’s fiscal crisis, the Associated Press reports.
People
OPM aims for clear writing
The Office of Personnel Management has released its first plan to use writing that is clear and to the point and takes less time for readers to comprehend.
Digital Government
OPM's John Berry on setting feds up for success
OPM director outlines important questions for federal managers and employees to answer.
Digital Government
Feds: Don't waste time complaining
Tom Fox of the Partnership for Public Service shares advice for feds in today's tough budget environment.
Cybersecurity
Champions of change, powered by IT
Social media leaders, performance improvement officers and chief privacy officers play key roles in the development of Gov 2.0.
People
Sen. Tom Carper: An IT champion by necessity
Carper's interest in IT is driven by concerns about government efficiency.
Digital Government
Obama explains the pay freeze
At the White House's Twitter Town Hall, President Barack Obama said he imposed the two-year federal pay freeze to prevent layoffs. But are targeted reductions in the federal workforce worth considering?
People
The challenges of including contractors in the federal workforce size debate
It won't be easy for Congress to count and possibly cut the number of contract employees -- for a variety of reasons.
People
Exceptional DOD employees get to taste private-sector IT work
The Defense Department is implementing a new pilot program that will give federal IT employees a chance to experience private-sector work.
Digital Government
Minn. government shutdown could predict future for feds
When Minnesota lawmakers couldn't reach a budget compromise, the state government shut down, and now its employees are paying the price. Are federal workers destined to face a similar fate?
People
Federal agencies hiring more vets
Senior officials said more veterans have recently been hired by agencies as part of the President’s Veterans Employment Initiative.
Digital Government
The post-Kundra era: Time for a new direction with the federal CIO?
Before settling on Vivek Kundra's replacement, the Obama administration must decide what type of federal CIO is needed.
Digital Government
Senate bill would up ante for tax e-filing, target delinquent contractors
The measure, introduced by Sen. Tom Carper, builds on similar legislation introduced last year.
People
Warner introduces Senate version of spending tracking bill
Legislation sponsored by Virginia Democrat Mark Warner to set up a single Web-based platform to track federal spending is the Senate companion to a bill introduced by Rep. Darell Issa (R-Calif.), chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee.
People
Speed mentoring: Advice in 15 minutes
Mentoring doesn't always require a lengthy time commitment. Sometimes feds can achieve a lot in just 15 minutes.
Cybersecurity
Learning on the job: How to make the most of mentoring
Former and current government officials share their tips for establishing a solid mentoring relationship.
People
Which agency's wiki won an innovation award?
The Training Officers Consortium has picked an agency wiki for an innovation award, based on its criteria of using non-traditional methods and tools to achieve performance goals.
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