Management
Poll: More Americans Want the 'Best People' in Government Than Private Sector
Trump promised to bring the best into federal service, but is helping many find the exits.
Management
Examine the Beliefs That No Longer Serve You
When you find yourself blaming others for your woes, it’s time to ask yourself a few questions.
Management
The U.S. Defense Industry Wants an Arms-Export Czar
AIA proposes the appointment of a single official or government body to shepherd deals through the Defense, State and Commerce Departments — among other changes.
Management
The Fine Print of Trump’s Collective Bargaining Executive Order
The edict establishes an interagency labor working group, with no employee group involvement, to develop common collective bargaining agreement language and negotiating strategies.
Management
ICE Cancels Proposed Contract for Help in Hiring Thousands of Deportation Officers
The agency now expects to reissue the solicitation in fiscal 2019.
Management
GAO Maps Out Agency Spending on Climate Change
OMB disagrees with recommendation for special review of program overlap.
Management
Why the President’s Management Agenda Is Different From Previous Plans
A former federal executive and veteran of previous reform initiatives believes the current agenda has staying power.
Management
Largest Federal Employee Union Sues to Block Official Time Executive Order
The American Federation of Government Employees argues that the edict violates the First Amendment, exceeds presidential power.
Management
How to Keep Your High Performers Happy
Plus, ways to prevent toxic workers from corrupting your team.
Tech
Citizenship Agency Removed Website Pages on Asylum Policy Training
Transparency group documents changes made early in Trump administration.
Defense
Pentagon Needs More Accurate Cash Management, Watchdog Warns
Defense chief financial officer disagrees with proposal for multiple-agency approvals.
Oversight
The White House Is Not Complying With Inquiries From Government’s Top Watchdog
The Trump administration did not respond to a GAO letter about not responding to its investigations.
Management
The True Scope of the Disaster in Puerto Rico
A new survey of the island’s residents finds a much higher death toll from Hurricane Maria than previously reported—putting it on par with one of the worst natural disasters in recent American history.
Management
Career Reinvention May Save Your Health and Life
The management practices in many environments take a significant toll, physically and emotionally.
Management
VA’s Accountability Czar Will Serve as the Department's Acting Chief
Peter O’Rourke had most recently been VA’s chief of staff.
Defense
The Air Force Is Waiting a Year for Parts That It Could 3D-Print
Its chief weapons buyer is mulling licensing arrangements to allow third-party manufacture.
Management
Could Ditching Rectangular Desks Improve Oppressive Open-Plan Offices?
"It’s nice not to have to to sit across from someone and have the ability not to stare at them all day."
Management