Digital Government

Filmmakers win over feds’ hearts

A film project strives to illuminate the hard work done by federal agencies.

People

Why federal managers resist telework

That agency managers don't all embrace telework is not news, but why? Here are some answers.

People

When telework fails

Readers chime in on why telework didn't work during the recent storms.

People

More feds telework, but managers still resist

First survey since Telework Act reveals key trends.

Digital Government

Legislation spends money to save money

Number crunching by the congressional agency charged with reviewing congressional budgets reveals legislation to eliminate duplication comes with a price tag.

Digital Government

Accountability Board to soon welcome new chair

A defense official will chair the federal transparency and spending board.

People

Congress gets pointers on shaping agency performance information

The GAO has provided a guide for members of Congress on how to develop and use performance data to create better policy.

People

The federal pay debate: To be continued

Why can't the disagreement over which sector earns the most be settled for once and for all?

People

Why telework doesn't always work

Federal agencies are pushing for telework as a way to function during emergencies, but widespread power, telephone and Internet outages could undermine that vision.

People

Senator questions OMB's efforts to shutter federal websites

Senator, CRS at odds on program's effectiveness.

People

Did telework keep the government functioning after storms?

The recent thunderstorm that resulted in widespread power outages could serve as a reminder that telework is a valuable option for federal agencies.

Cybersecurity

NIST's new cyber center ready for public-private insight

A collaborative new effort will work to develop cybersecurity solutions and spur job creation.

Cybersecurity

DHS struggles with mobile device management

IG finds the agency's biggest challenge is ensuring the security of portable devices and information stored on them.

Digital Government

The arguments for (and against) an Internet kill switch

Panel participants weigh the question of whether the government should be able to shut off Internet access inside the government.

Digital Government

How to foster a more ethical culture

Jason Zuckerman talks about the importance of OSC's work and how managers can ensure that federal workplaces adhere to ethical standards.

People

Learning the lessons of open projects

Lessons learned from the successful development of the Internet could teach federal leaders how to take on particularly "wicked" problems.

Modernization

GSA boosts FedRAMP accreditation as small-business advantage

Getting FedRAMP certified could help small businesses break into the federal cloud market, GSA says.

People

10 trends shaping the federal IT future

Deloitte identifies "enablers" and "disruptors" taking on significant roles in federal IT.

People

Shifting IT expense methods is attractive but challenging

Federal financial professionals are embracing the idea of shifting from capital expenditures, but getting everyone on the same page is a challenge.

Digital Government

Big data presents unique challenges to agencies

Taming the data deluge is a challenge itself but it presents different problems depending on whether you're a government agency or a private-sector business.