Modernization
Agencies setting priorities for 2012
How will telework, cloud computing, cybersecurity and other priorities fare in austere era?
People
GAO: Federal CIO responsibilities too varied
A new report finds that competing responsibilities could hinder federal CIOs to properly carry out their IT and information management tasks.
People
When roadwork can do no more good, telework can be a solution
Virginia commuters could soon see less-congested roads thanks to the commonwealth’s efforts in pushing telework, according to a state official.
Digital Government
How to turn telework naysayers around
A pilot program could be a step in the right direction to get agency heads to implement telework.
People
Feds could see extended pay freeze in new proposals
Lawmakers propose measures that would affect federal pay to save US from "fiscal disaster."
Digital Government
How to be an innovative fed
With innovation being all the rage, an expert advises on how to best realize ideas and make an impact in the federal space.
Digital Government
Government stars rock the house at FedTalks 2011
Now is the best time to be an innovator, says Obama's chief technology officer.
Modernization
What do the federal workforce and cloud computing have in common?
Many of the drivers behind the adoption of cloud computing could be applied to labor as well, an expert says.
People
Tips for crowdsourcing, from the crowd
Agencies share lessons learned from using Challenge.gov.
People
Labor Department seeks public comment on Benefits.gov
DOL is looking for citizens' input on the information collection process on its website for federally funded benefit and assistance programs.
People
CIO slams State Department for 'cronyism and nepotism,' steps down
State Department's Bureau of Consular Affairs CIO Kirit Amin cites culture of resistance and senior management decisions as reasons for his temporary exit.
Digital Government
House averts government shutdown
The House of Representatives has passed a short-term measure that will keep the government running until Nov. 18.
People
NSF seeks cyber infrastructure to make sense of scientific data
The National Science Foundation has tapped a research team at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill to develop a national data infrastructure that would help future scientists share research.
Digital Government
Readers' reactions: Why napping at work is A-OK
FCW readers question the fairness in allowing feds smoke breaks but not midday snoozes.
People
Lessons to unlearn: New fiscal climate demands new ideas
Report suggests that the past can provide little guidance for the present and future.
People
New program teaches fed IT pros leadership
Newly launched educational effort teaches federal IT community leadership and project management.
People
House OKs funding to prevent government shutdown
Lawmakers approve measure to keep government operational for a short time.
Digital Government
Napping Census workers: Are feds simply overworked?
A "handful" of Census workers are reportedly taking naps during business hours. Are feds just overworked?
Digital Government
NSF unveils plan to spur workplace flexibility, STEM careers
More work/life balance is in the works for NSF researchers and scientists.
People
OMB head: Federal workers could face more sacrifices
Feds: Think you've suffered enough? Jacob Lew says you could be in for more pain.
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