Tech
Report on smart tags includes security, privacy warnings
As more data is stored, organizations could combine and correlate information to infer identities or locations and build profiles of people for other purposes.
Defense
Authorization bill’s fate hinges on Dems' next step on Iraq
Authorizers must decide if their bill is worth losing to keep the pressure on President Bush to reverse his Iraq policy.
Management
Agencies’ grades fall on e-gov section of OMB score card
Overall, ratings for management effectiveness are on the rise.
Defense
Lawmakers skeptical of planned Federal Protective Service cuts
DHS official argues loss of 249 police officers would not hurt building security.
Management
OPM pledges to help speed hiring of Social Security judges
New list of eligible hires would help SSA address record disability appeals backlog.
Management
House members gear up for 2008 appropriations process
Defense bill likely to move last, making it the one that will push discretionary spending over President Bush’s limit.
Management
Senator removes hold on nominee to lead Army Corps
Nominee now likely to be confirmed in a “matter of days;” hold was placed to protest mismanagement of New Orleans levees.
Oversight
Controlling Themselves
Democrats are holding back on hot-button issues such as gun control, to appease voters.
Features
Fish Story
Companies expected to land big deals when Homeland Security was created four years ago. Things haven’t panned out as they anticipated.
Features
Fighting Folly
The Army is developing the most expensive and complex weapons system in its history, but it’s based on some very questionable concepts.
Features
Hurry Up And Wait
The frustratingly slow veterans benefits process appears impervious to change.
News And Analysis
If It Ain’t Broke
Before accepting dire assessments of Army readiness, it’s worth asking: Ready for what?
News And Analysis
Cleaning Up Contracts
Industry groups doubt Rep. Henry Waxman’s reform bill will have much impact.
News And Analysis
Rogue Employers
Contractors could pay a steep price for hiring illegal immigrants.
Management Matters - Advice And Dissent
Manage Yourself
Don’t forget to pat yourself on the back sometimes.
Defense