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Living Beyond Its Means
The Pentagon’s budget is squeezed by war, soaring fuel costs and out-of-control acquisition programs.
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In the Crosshairs
Stepped-up congressional oversight and the upcoming transition have created a hectic time for civilian contracting offices.
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Tight on IT
Two wars, a plunging deficit and a slow economy have made fiscal 2008 a historic year—for all the wrong reasons.
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Back on Board
Agencies spent more on travel in 2007 after sticking closer to home in the previous year.
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Tactical Turbulence
Rebid on major tanker contract and shake-up of top leadership set back Air Force agenda.
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Out With the New
As budget pressure mounts for its future fleet, the Navy suspends production of a costly destroyer.
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Future Combat Changes
War pressures in Iraq and Afghanistan prompt the Pentagon to shift long-term modernization strategy.
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Mission Overload
Homeland Security’s broad responsibilities spread contract dollars and controversy.
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Seeking Diversity
The Energy Department wants to increase the number and type of power sources available to Americans.
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Full-Speed Ahead
Budget and technological hurdles aren’t stopping NASA from shooting for the moon—and Mars.
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Back to Business
Embattled administrator’s exit has allowed GSA’s acquisition activities to take center stage again.
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Catch as Catch Can
Increased contracting opportunities for small businesses have yet to fully materialize.
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High-Wire Act
Agencies are walking a fine line in contract spending as budgets begin to tighten.
Defense
Army begins overhaul of civilian career management
Service aims to develop career paths and improve education and training opportunities.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: TSA needs to improve undercover aviation security tests, GAO says
Homeland Security agency urged to document all instances during simulated exercises when screening equipment fails.
Defense
Defense audit agency maps out response to damaging report
DCAA chief reminds employees in internal memos that they should not allow external factors or performance metrics to hurt the quality of their work.
Oversight
Government's green purchasing program faces oversight challenges
Now that a federal program to buy green goods is a reality, Uncle Sam is discovering the difficulty of measuring its results.
Defense