Management
Congress Allows Services to Restore Full Per Diem Rates for Defense Travelers
The change, included in the final fiscal 2017 Defense authorization bill, tweaks a controversial 2014 department policy related to long-term government travel.
Tech
How to Make Donald Trump’s Phone Safe
The man who led the effort to let President Obama keep his BlackBerry says the best solution for Trump might be multiple devices.
Management
How Trump’s Regulatory Agenda Could Transform Federal Agencies
Trump’s rollback of regulations would require a "big culture change," experts say.
Management
How To Be Successful in the Trump Administration: Four Lessons From Previous Political Appointees
The average wait time between nomination and confirmation is three months—use it wisely.
Management
Why President-elect Trump Doesn’t Think He Has a Conflict of Interest Problem
The president-elect doesn't think his extensive business and other conflicts will be a problem when he's president. Research suggests it's because of a behavioral bias that affects us all.
Nextgov
8 Companies Protest $1.5B DHS Agile Buying Experiment
At least eight companies have filed protests with GAO.
Management
GOP Senators Hit IRS Employees for 'Luxury' Travel, Limo and Acela Rides
Finance Committee report calls for reduction in per diem rates.
Management
What It’s Like to Work at the Department of Energy as Donald Trump Takes Over
Employees are unsettled as the president-elect prepares to take office.
Management
The Vast Majority of Workers Just Want a Regular Job, Not Flexibility
Millenials don't value flexibility any more than the rest of us, who would rather have cash.
Management
Trump’s Unorthodox Transition Leaves Government In Uncharted Territory
Critics fault the president-elect for focusing on Cabinet picks at expense of other critical positions.
Management
Trump Taps Montana Rep. Ryan Zinke to Lead Interior
Zinke was an early supporter of Donald Trump during the presidential campaign and openly sought a Cabinet position.
Management
How Not to Get Hacked by Russians (or Anyone Else): Lessons From the DNC’s Disastrous Cyber Strategy
When the FBI calls, call them back.
Management
NASA Ranked Best Place to Work in Government For Fifth Consecutive Year
Homeland Security improves its score, but is still ranked last among large agencies.
Management
How the Trump Administration Could Get a Better Return on a $650 Billion Federal Investment
Improving the grants management process.
Management
Groups Want Trump to Keep Secretary McDonald At VA
Support grows for former CEO and Army vet to continue his major management transformation at the department.
Management
What the State Department Can Teach Agencies About Preparing New Appointees for the Job
The goal is to set people up for success.
Management
Lawmakers: GSA Found Trump Will Breach His Hotel Lease, Absent Divestment
The president-elect must divest himself of all managerial control and ownership interest before Jan. 20, GSA official reportedly told Capitol Hill Democratic staff.
Management
Will Rick Perry Promote Science at the Department of Energy?
The former Texas governor has questioned the scientific consensus on climate change and once forgot the name of the agency when listing those he wanted to eliminate.
Management
'Mindfulness' Is Not a Life Hack
You have reasons to be unhappy. Mindfulness training programs are a band-aid that mask bad circumstances, says Ruth Whippman.
Tech