Tech
From Nextgov.com: Concerns swirl around transparency of Navy network contract
Officials gather comments on plan to break services into eight segments, but critics say time is short.
Oversight
DHS secretary pushes industry to invest in cybersecurity
Plans to beef up protection hinge on private sector -- which owns most of the nation’s infrastructure.
Oversight
OMB official says presidential candidates briefed extensively on transition
Both McCain and Obama said to be “exceptionally prepared” for administration switch.
Oversight
VA suspends prostate cancer treatment programs at four hospitals
Nuclear Regulatory Commission is examining radiation dosing problems.
Oversight
HUD slices $377 million in disaster relief to meet mandated cut
Agency officials decide to dip into the disaster relief pool because it typically takes states a long time to spend those dollars so the reductions would not be felt immediately.
Oversight
Waxman claims Cabinet political trips funded by taxpayers
Ranking member of oversight committee chaired by Waxman calls the report "hopelessly political."
Oversight
Feds are more mobile, but dissatisfied with agencies’ wireless support
Survey says latest technology could boost employees’ productivity outside the office.
News
Reflections on government and nature: summer and fall at Acadia National Park
An introduction to a photo gallery about activities at the park.
Management
Treasury Beware
The Transportation Security Administration’s initial contracting attempts offer some lessons for the office created to oversee the financial bailout.
Oversight
Critics allege State broke acquisition rules in Baghdad contract
Deal raises questions about whether contractors should help investigate potential misuse of force by private sector guards.
Oversight
Philadelphia-based consultant buys McConnell International
Clinton Rubin purchases federal consulting firm founded by former OMB tech chief in a move to enter stable federal market.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Lockheed hires former DISA director
Retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Charles Croom will work in the company’s information systems and global services practice.
Oversight
Preparing for the Transition: Dos and Don’ts
A former government executive lists what career professionals should -- and shouldn’t -- do when a new administration comes to Washington.
Oversight
Financial Services chairman praises GAO for oversight of rescue plan
Watchdog agency has assembled a team of nearly 20 in-house professionals to help oversee the program.
Pay & Benefits
Panel: Transition presents opportunities for civil service reforms
The need for change is significant, but a new administration should be careful and patient, panelists say.
Oversight