People
Senate confirms new Technology Administration director
Robert Cresanti will oversee the Commerce Department's division.
Digital Government
Louisiana invests in immersive technology
State backs high-performance computing facility to attract wide range of industries
Digital Government
Alaska to test tsunami warning system
Officials warn state residents that the test will use live codes.
People
Border Patrol to expand UAV usage
A success so far, unmanned aerial vehicles also cause concern for some officials.
Modernization
New Orleans wants regional, redundant radio system
Officials hope to have it established before hurricane season starts.
Cybersecurity
International body adopts network security standard
The ISO approved a comprehensive model that identifies critical requirements to ensure end-to-end network security.
People
Michigan unveils long-term IT strategic plan
The 209-page plan focuses on improving education, homeland security, health care, government, the economy and the environment.
Modernization
Europe wants more broadband
European Commission officials have called for greater high-speed Internet coverage across the continent to spur job growth.
People
CBP awards $112M contract to Robbins-Gioia
Under the BPA, the company will provide program management support to the Office of Information and Technology.
Modernization
States slow to implement E911
Many states have not set dates for upgrading systems to manage wireless calls.
People
Deborah Kutzleb: Debris database tracks vessel recovery
Post Hurricane Katrina, Kutzleb and Phoenix International produced a database to track of thousands of vessels as the Navy cleared the waterways.
People
DHS IG: More work needed to improve port security program
Report calls for establishing a minimum threshold for projects to receive funding, modifying the Grants Management System and other measures.
Digital Government
Calif. awards contract to Unisys to upgrade tax system
The company will expand and modernize a system that calculates and collects employment taxes under the $31.6 million contract.
People
Legislation would increase port security
Lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan bill to increase container inspection, improve funding for some ports and apply closer scrutiny to port employees with access to secure areas.
Acquisition
Texas brokers e-mail deal with IBM
State agencies, local governments and the education community have the option to select Lotus Notes, Microsoft Outlook and Web e-mail based on a per-user rate.
People
DHS adds brainpower to intelligence centers
Agency puts its own analysts at centers established by local authorities to facilitate communication and coordination between levels of government.
Digital Government
California awards HR project to BearingPoint
Contract calls for firm to implement a new payroll and personnel system, replacing an antiquated legacy installation.
People
Two senators want more money for first responders
Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid and Sen. Joe Lieberman want to restore proposed funding and add billions of dollars to next year’s budget.
Digital Government
Tax tech pays dividends
Financial benefits and an improved public image accrue to states that modernize their tax systems
People
GAO: States implement E911 at varying levels
Enhanced 911 helps first responders locate wireless callers in an emergency.
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