Defense
FBI director unveils plan for agency overhaul
FBI Director Robert Mueller announced plans Wednesday to hire hundreds of new agents, replace outdated computer systems and create new offices in an effort to reorganize the 94-year-old agency and shift its mission to preventing terrorism.
Management
IRS chief reflects on public leadership lessons
To succeed in the public sector, private-sector executives who come to work in the federal government need to get people by their side who understand the government’s budgeting, procurement and personnel rules, IRS Commissioner Charles Rossotti said Tuesday.
Management
Agencies lose ground on latest performance reports
Citizens poring over the most recent round of reports by federal agencies on their own performance would come away with little idea of how government affects their lives, according to a study released Thursday.
Defense
Crusader becomes target in defense transition debate
Last week's decision to eliminate the Army's $11 billion Crusader artillery program illustrates the landmines Pentagon officials face as they try to move the military into the information age.
Management