People

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.