DOD tests contractors’ ID cards The pilot program’s future could hinge on the question of who conducts background checks. (Posted September 22, 2008)
A boost for state aid States learn to offset the risk of human services modernization projects with flexible tech approaches. (Posted September 8, 2008)
FCC proposes rules for VOIP 911 calls The Federal Communications Commission's proposed rule seeks to ensure that Enhanced 911 systems can accommodate calls from IP-enabled phones. (Posted August 27, 2008)
USA.gov ranked as best federal site The national USA.gov portal received the highest score in a study of 61 federal Web sites released today by the Brookings Institution. (Posted August 27, 2008)
Polishing your Twitter skills Twitter users tell newcomers to dive in into the Twitter world while providing a few tips. (Posted August 25, 2008)
Psst! Are you Twittering yet? It’s no secret: Using Twitter’s short and sweet message blasts can be a great way to communicate. (Posted August 25, 2008)
Welles: The dark age of distraction Are we increasingly lost in the 24/7 world? A new book suggests ways to battle against the age of distraction. (Posted August 11, 2008)
Can agencies take the new iPhones seriously? With more users clamoring for Apple's latest phones, IT leaders must decide if these phones are smart enough to handle an agency's needs. (Posted August 4, 2008)
Dial in the perfect smart phone Experts explain the key usability features, services and security issues to consider when making a buy. (Posted August 4, 2008)
Editorial: Presidential transformers We hope the next president will choose Internet-savvy advisers who share our optimism about using technology in government.
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Telework’s weak link Telework programs can provide plenty of perks, but they can also be a breeding ground for security risks. (Posted July 14, 2008)
OMB: Agencies must shed more gateways The federal government will have fewer than 100 external Internet connections near the end of fiscal 2009 to improve security, an Office of Management and Budget official said today. (Posted July 10, 2008)
BBN field tests portable translator BBN Technologies has developed a translation device that enables a two-way dialogue between speakers of different languages. (Posted June 23, 2008)
A new life for talk-to-text? Efforts of speech-recognition developers could pay off as a smart application for smart phones. (Posted June 23, 2008)
Army to lift ban on public access to online library The Federation of American Scientists had filed a FOIA request asking the Army to release all unclassified information housed at the Reimer Digital Library. (Posted February 21, 2008)
Management: Writing the CXO playbook
Seasoned federal executives offer lessons for the next administration’s team of senior leaders.
Technology: New bailout plans for archivists
Updated DOD records standard gets governmentwide nod as possible solution to a growing problem.
Policy: Feds take counterterrorism local
New systems now undergoing trial runs could help resolve longstanding policy debates about information sharing.
Should the federal government abandon cost-plus contracting?
