Digital Government
GAO: More work needed to ensure Census handheld computers work
The bureau must develop performance benchmarks to increase the likelihood the devices will operate as planned.
Digital Government
FAA lacks detailed plan for overhaul of tri-state airspace
It's unclear whether the project can be finished on time and within budget, GAO says.
Digital Government
Web sites of both presidential candidates fail to connect with users
Two recent studies say online sites of McCain, Obama are difficult to navigate and confusing to voters.
Digital Government
OMB will require agencies to use Networx
Memo states they must justify by analysis any decision to not switch over to the new telecommunications contract.
Digital Government
Agencies progress in identifying, consolidating IT infrastructure
But the line of business needs backup systems and disaster recovery plans to avert shut downs, observers say.
Modernization
DHS unveils wireless radio for emergency response
D.C. public safety officials will test the technology, but are skeptical that wireless networks will remain open during disasters.
Cybersecurity
Latest cybersecurity threat lies in trusted software and hardware
Justice e-mail is indicative of a larger threat agencies face called supply-chain attacks.
Digital Government
Requirement to scan all inbound sea cargo sparks concerns
GAO says 100 percent screening would strain resources, making it less effective than the current risk-based approach.
Digital Government
TSA needs to improve undercover aviation security tests, GAO says
Homeland Security agency urged to document all instances during simulated exercises when screening equipment fails to detect threat items.
Digital Government
Census chief says all sides at fault for handheld problems
Leadership changes will strengthen management of information technology projects, according to Steven Murdock.
Digital Government
GAO: Defense must improve assessment of IT systems
The department has not shown that its business systems are in compliance with its computer systems blueprint.
Digital Government
Project managers urged to analyze past performance
Report encourages agencies to maintain a database with records of successes and failures to serve as a guide for future endeavors.
Digital Government
Audit shows continued weaknesses in FEMA's IT security
Amid a growing list of problems, agency still must address inadequate control over access to computer systems.
Digital Government
Bill would increase oversight of federal IT projects
Agencies would have to report on projects experiencing cost increases or delays.
Cybersecurity
New legislation would give security chiefs more power
Bill also would set up a forum for discussing cybersecurity issues, and a unit to test government's cyber defenses.
Digital Government
GAO: Hundreds of federal IT projects are poorly planned and underperforming
Senators to introduce legislation to force agencies to report significant cost overruns and delays.
Digital Government
OMB scolded over its list of high-risk IT projects
Report says list is not useful in improving management because the White House fails to provide information on troubled projects.
Digital Government
Satisfaction with federal Web sites rises slightly
Sites that simplify transactions with the government or provide health information rate well.
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