People
Bush orders overhaul of public alert system
The new system, under DHS' purview, should take full advantage of the latest communications technology, according to the executive order.
People
Telling stories is at the heart of KM
Knowledge captured in digital systems must still be taught, experts say
People
Expert: Knowledge lies in narrative
Organizations can improve their knowledge management programs by taking a more creative approach to eliciting information from experts, consultant says.
Digital Government
The Federal 100: A year like no other
Hurricane Katrina dominated this year’s Federal 100 Awards, in much the same way that it has dominated the headlines for the past six months.
People
Editorial: GSA’s novel experiment
The General Services Administration ought to get some credit for creativity and perhaps a few pointers on what to try next
Cybersecurity
Editorial: The dangers of secrecy
A representative democracy only works when the actions of individuals and the operations of institutions are transparent
Acquisition
Davis: Fed market must be open
Rep. Tom Davis will continue to oppose efforts to limit competition from vendors with overseas operations.
People
DOD, IG at odds over planning documents
The inspector general takes issue with DOD's assertion that Quadrennial Defense Review reports meet GPRA requirements.
People
Senate committee OKs national alert bill
The proposed legislation would also create a national tsunami warning system.
Acquisition
NASA preps SEWP procurement
SEWP IV, due to be awarded July 2006, will include set-aside contracts for service disabled veteran-owned small businesses.
Digital Government
5 keys to better leadership
Experts offer ways to move beyond mere management to be a positive force within your organization
Digital Government
Editorial: Winged migration
The recent appearance of avian flu in Eastern Europe is no cause for panic, but it provides a good impetus for better preparation.
People
GAO gives e-Rulemaking team an 'attaboy'
Federal officials in charge of the e-government initiative followed many best practices for managing projects.
Acquisition
Editorial: Choose Burton, choose soon
Robert Burton, associate administrator of the Office of Federal Procurement Policy, should be the new OFPP administrator. And the sooner it happens, the better it is for everyone.
People
Editorial: Procedures be damned
Most people would be hard-pressed to justify how one Federal Emergency Management Agency official responded to questions about the slow delivery of medicine to emergency shelters along the Gulf Coast.
Digital Government
Editorial: What's the difference?
What difference will the GSA reorganization make?
Digital Government
Editorial: Lobbying for lobbyists
Perhaps lobbyists for IT companies can convice Congress to fund information sharing programs.
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