Defense
From Nextgov: Marines buying $880 million worth of PCs, laptops and tablet computers
Service aims to acquire more than 400,000 computers in five years.
Defense
FEMA’s fraud unit plans to staff up
In response to IG recommendation, the agency will boost workforce to help prevent and investigate malfeasance.
Oversight
Obama government reorganization plan nearing release
OMB’s Zients draws ideas from watchdogs’ report on improving trade competitiveness.
News
Unions push back on TSA budget cuts
A measure sponsored by Rep. Todd Rokita, R-Ind., that would prohibit collective bargaining for airport screeners draws labor opposition.
Defense
Potential envoy offers sober outlook on Afghanistan
Nominee tells lawmakers the Afghan government led by President Hamid Karzai faces enormous challenges that could upend American efforts in the country.
Defense
Troop withdrawal could trigger economic depression in Afghanistan
Report notes almost all of the country’s gross domestic product comes from spending related to the U.S. military and donor community’s presence.
News
Chief of the Year: Human Capital
Reginald Wells, chief human capital officer, Social Security Administration.
Defense
Grassley gives failing marks to Pentagon inspector general
Defense watchdog disagrees with senator’s claim that millions of dollars are vulnerable to fraud and waste.
Defense
From Nextgov: General Dynamics snags $1 billion networking contract for DHS headquarters
Feds canceled a $2.6 billion deal with Northrop Grumman for the project in 2010.
Defense
Pentagon management chiefs pursue ‘cross-functionality’
Improving performance and modernizing technology in areas like security clearances require moving beyond stovepipes, panelists say.
Pay & Benefits
Printing office joins list of agencies looking to downsize
GPO seeks to decrease its overall workforce by 15 percent and its managerial ranks by 25 percent to save money.
Oversight
Nearly all agencies meet initial telework policy deadline
But additional work lays ahead, OPM says. Has your agency informed you of your telework status? Take our poll.
Defense
Al Qaeda still world's top threat, Interpol chief says
Mass transit faces the greatest terrorist risk, he adds.
Pay & Benefits