Defense
Top Armed Services Committee Democrats gunned down
Three of four members of the panel go down to defeat in Tuesday's elections.
Management
The Happiness Factor
Increasing employee satisfaction is a constant uphill climb for managers.
Oversight
Most Washington-area incumbents coast to victory
But tight race between telework advocate and local businessman in Northern Virginia appears headed for a recount.
Oversight
Republican House, Senate gains pose peril and opportunity for Obama
The president will have a harder time enacting his agenda, but he could rebound if GOP lawmakers overstep their boundaries.
Oversight
Analysis: A referendum on big government
Republicans sweep to control of the House riding a wave of anti-government sentiment.
News
From Nextgov.com: White House is set to unveil guidance on IT purchases
Strategy is likely to loosely resemble a Senate-passed bill requiring officials to alert agency heads, congressional panels and OMB of projects veering off course .
Oversight
Procurement leader has high expectations for GSA Schedules
Federal Acquisition Service’s Steve Kempf lays out a vision for capturing a larger share of the government sales market.
Defense
Air cargo group urges global cooperation
Intelligence and technology are needed to stop terrorists and secure cargo, international trade group executive says.
Pay & Benefits
Analysis: More twists in the federal pay debate
Actual salary data for actual workers doing similar work have not been produced, leaving discussions victim to generalizations.
News
From Nextgov.com: VA launches system to fast-track some Agent Orange claims
New technology allows veterans to submit forms and supporting documents online.
Oversight
Administration outlines progress on reform efforts
‘We are putting points on the board,’ says acting OMB Director Jeffrey Zients of the Accountable Government Initiative.
Oversight
Federal pay and benefits could change with new Congress
Republican takeover in House could set stage for federal pay freezes and downsizing.
Defense
Defense agency raises bar for reviewing contractor cost proposals
Audit unit is limiting assessments to fixed-price proposals worth more than $10 million and cost-type proposals in excess of $100 million.
Defense