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GSA Announces $2.5 Billion Modernization of Federal Payroll and Leave Systems
The last major payroll provider consolidation took place under the George W. Bush administration.
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White House Issues Its Vision for Greener Federal Operations
A new executive order tasks agencies with boosting energy efficiency and reducing fuel consumption.
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Science in the Age of Trump
Key federal vacancies and policies dismissing climate change worry many in the field.
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These Agencies Saw the Biggest Changes in Use of 'Official Time' Over Two Years
OPM report notes an overall increase in use of the practice of 4.12 percent from fiscal 2014 to fiscal 2016.
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Trump’s Pick to Lead VA Is a Surprise to Many, Including the Nominee
Robert Wilkie has been serving in the job in an acting capacity since March.
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NASA Chief: 'I Fully Believe and Know the Climate Is Changing'
“I also know that we human beings are contributing to it in a major way,” Jim Bridenstine said, taking an unusual stance for his administration.
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OPM Reports 4 Percent Increase in Use of Official Time Over Two Years
Unions call agency’s report, which measures changes from fiscal 2014 to fiscal 2016, misleading about data and official time policies.
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Following Spending Scandal, HUD Looks to Turn Around Its Finances
New CFO wants tighter controls on how taxpayer dollars are used.
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Are People Who Don't Use Facebook More Productive?
We asked experts in professional networking, marketing, and office communication to weigh in.
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House Passes Sweeping Bill to Overhaul VA-Funded Private Care, Shutter Facilities
Veterans groups praised the bill and joined Trump in calling for quick Senate passage, but union has warned of privatization.
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Let’s Talk About Some Bad Ideas for Civil Service Reform
A federal employment lawyer explores a few of the proposals before Congress.
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How a Simple Mantra Can Improve Your Leadership
Changing a single behavior could make a big difference to you and your organization.
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How Bill Clinton Stopped White House Leaks
And why the Trump administration will struggle to replicate his strategy.
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A New Theory Linking Sleep and Creativity
The two main phases of sleep might work together to boost creative problem-solving.
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EPA Chief Requested Extra Security Before He Was Sworn In, IG Reports
In letters to senators, watchdog says it had no role in assessing threats to Pruitt.
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If It Takes More Than a Month To Hire Someone, You've Already Lost Your Top Pick
Only 12% of job candidates found it acceptable to wait for over a month to hear about whether they got the job.
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Trump’s Rescission Package Would Save Far Less Than White House Claims, CBO Says
USDA, HHS, Transportation and Treasury would be the hardest hit agencies.
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