Management

Guide stresses planning, communication in job competitions

Federal managers must plan ahead, involve top executives in decision-making, communicate clearly and coordinate with personnel officials in order to maximize the benefits of competitive sourcing, according to the latest acquisition guide.

Management

Senate approves restrictions on offshore outsourcing

The Senate has approved a measure that would prevent most civilian federal agencies from outsourcing jobs to contractors working outside the United States.

Management

NASA exploration office charts new procurement territory

Rather than obtain innovative equipment the old-fashioned way--by purchasing it--NASA plans to send America to the moon, Mars and beyond on technological breakthroughs resulting from a series of contests with cash prizes.