Management
Generational Divide? What Generational Divide?
Young leaders span the ages to solve government's challenges.
Oversight
Republican Accuses White House of Possible Hatch Act Violations
Obama’s reopening of political office to prepare for mid-term elections is criticized by House oversight panel chairman.
Nextgov
White House Releases Climate Data Set, Challenges Developers to Use It
The first data set focuses on coastal flooding and sea level rise.
Pay & Benefits
Earning New Benefits, Protecting Old Ones
TSA employees win new rights in arbitration.
Defense One
It’s Time to Award More Medals of Honor for Iraq Vets
No more excuses. No more sidestepping. Secretary Hagel should start naming living Medal of Honor recipients from the Iraq war. By Rep. Duncan Hunter
Tech
OPM Seeks IT Security Pros
The agency says it won’t lay off employees as part of its technology overhaul.
Management
Feds: Put That NCAA Bracket Away and Get Back to Work
Federal employees could jeopardize their careers by participating in March Madness.
Oversight
The Satisfied Unsubsidized: Obamacare’s Hidden Winners
For some veterans of the individual market who don't qualify for tax credits, the post-ACA insurance landscape looks good.
Management
Excuses, Excuses—6 Ways to Keep Them From Holding You Back
Stop playing the blame game so you can reach your goals.
Oversight
Panel to Probe IRS Employee Who Took Data Home
Agency says six-year-old security breach did not risk identity theft and wouldn’t happen today.
Defense
Legality of Russian Expansionism Isn't the Real Issue
The annexation of Crimea sets a terrible precedent for the international community.
Management
Why Cloud Computing Is Like Water
Contracting for IT resources ‘by the drink’ cuts costs and boosts innovation.
Defense
How Can the U.S. Know Its Secrets Are Safe?
Edward Snowden's critics say uncertainty about what he took is forcing officials to presume the worst.
Nextgov
What Federal IT Managers Are Doing Instead of Hiring
Hardware skills and IT procurement were the only two areas where IT leaders said they had adequate talent.
Nextgov
Target Could Face Federal Charges for Failing to Protect Customer Data From Hackers
FTC taking a hard look at the incident, former officials speculate.
Management
Forget Brain Workouts—Chanting Mantras Takes Half the Time and Is More Effective
The latest studies show is that online brain training lets you become better—at brain games.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Russia's Actions Will Leave It 'Alone and Naked'
Late-night looks at Joe Biden's recent comments.
Industry Insights
How to Identify Your Agency's Dark Data & What to Do About It
Dark data, information that agencies collect with the intention of using but fail to do so effectively, is a growing concern for federal agencies. Exposing this dark data could be the first step toward generating valuable insights that would enhance decision-making.
Industry Insights
How Can Your Agency Handle Massive Amounts of Data Effectively?
Research agencies are inundated with unprecedented and massive amounts of data, but they do not necessarily have the tools to ensure that this data is fully utilized.
Industry Insights