Management

More than 32,000 Feds Are Responding to Hurricanes Harvey and Irma

Agencies across the government have pitched in on federal response and recovery efforts to disasters on two fronts.

Management

Trump and Mar-a-Lago Have a Long and Questionable History With Hurricanes

After Wilma in 2005, Trump received $17 million in insurance payments. Oddly, others don't seem to recall much damage.

Management

Commission on Evidence-Based Policy Calls for Interagency Coordination

Report recommends a National Secure Data Service that would help with specific projects without compromising privacy.

Management

Here’s What the U.S. Could Sell South Korea and Japan to Counter North Korea

Trump doubles the allowable size of Seoul’s warheads and promises to transfer more sophisticated weapons to Asian allies.

Management

Leadership Vacancies Have Slowed Security Clearance Reform, Officials Say

To cope with delays, the Pentagon issues risky interim clearances, resulting in “rapists and pedophiles” having access to classified information.

Management

Trump's Makeover of the Federal Reserve Will Start Sooner Than Expected

Stanley Fischer's unexpected resignation means five of seven seats on the Fed's powerful Board of Governors will be open for Trump's nominees.

Management

Trump Backs Deal to Avert a Shutdown ... For Now

Lawmakers weigh continuing resolution to keep government open through mid-December, and a temporary hike in the debt ceiling.

Management

The Trump Administration’s Innovation Problem

Even Mark Zuckerberg probably wouldn’t qualify to be on many government technology contracts.

Management

Acting Territorial Kills Creative Feedback

Managers work hard to foster creativity in the workplace, but "territorial marking" can squash the free flow of ideas among colleagues.

Management

Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands Coordinate with FEMA in Preparation for Irma

A direct hit from one of the strongest storms to ever hit the region will test American disaster response capabilities in the territories.

Management

There’s Reason For Optimism In Federal Personnel Management

Employees at all levels could benefit from having a credible advocate leading the Office of Personnel Management.

Management

Social Security Paid Disability Benefits to More Than 700 Deceased Veterans

Unless the agency fixes the problem, it’s likely to make another $7.3 million in improper payments over the next 12 months.

Management

The Official in Charge of Awarding EPA Science Grants Doesn’t Want to See the Words 'Climate Change'

Former EPA officials who served under presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush called the move unusual.

Management

Trump’s Nominee to Run GSA Is Respected Republican Hill Staffer

Emily Murphy has promoted small business, but hasn’t headed an organization.

Management

Trump Announces HR Professional As New Pick to Lead OPM

President chooses expert in banking and payments technology as management director at OMB.

Management

What Victims of Hurricane Harvey Can Learn from Katrina as Rebuilding Begins

Researchers examined credit data on the victims of Hurricane Katrina to understand how the disaster affected their personal finances, revealing important lessons for those hurt by Harvey.