Management
Park Service Defends Partnerships Against Fears of Commercialism
Director Jarvis cites stretched budget, says NPS has engaged corporate America and private philanthropists for 100 years.
Pay & Benefits
Military Pay Raise, TRICARE Reform Bill Advances in Senate
Panel approves NDAA which also calls on Defense to reduce the Senior Executive Service by 25 percent by 2019.
Management
The Most Inspiring Parts of Obama's 22 Graduation Speeches
Inspiration for grads, kids, and adults alike.
Management
America's Last Fighter Jet Makers Scramble to Keep Production Alive
The end is nearing for the F-15, F-16, and F/A-18 lines unless more orders come in soon.
Tech
White House Launches the National Microbiome Initiative
Half a billion dollars are being pledged to study the microbes in humans, crops, soils, oceans, and more.
Nextgov
Navy’s NGEN Recompete Could Go Out to Bid in January
The next iteration of NGEN will allow the Navy and Marine Corps to acquire more commercial capabilities in addition to the 34 service areas under the current contract.
Management
Good Managers Watch the Actors, Not Just the Action
They watch how people perform and conduct themselves across a range of situations.
Management
TSA Chief Promises More Staffing, Better Accountability
Committee members grill administrator, but suggest he’s moving in the right direction.
Management
A Legal Victory Against Obamacare
A federal judge in Washington, D.C., ruled against the Obama administration’s method of funding a major Affordable Care Act subsidy.
Management
The Newest Customers for the Tech Behind Bitcoin are NATO and the American Military
Blockchain can be used for secure messaging and more efficient operations.
Management
The Question That Should Guide All Government Leaders
Don’t ignore those voices in your head.
Management
Is Customs and Border Protection Foregoing Billions in Fees?
Nonprofit asks DHS watchdog to probe collections on imports.
Management
Law Enforcement Employees Don’t Trust Agencies To Heed Input On Improving Federal Workplace
Employees working outside of Washington have even less confidence leaders will listen to their concerns.
Management
OPM Risks Paying Workers’ Comp for Employees Who Are No Longer Injured
Watchdog recommends that OPM take a more active role in verifying eligibility for long-term benefits.
Management
How to Build a More Productive Life Every Day
Experimenting with different routines until you find one that helps you think more deeply.
Management
Researchers Have Isolated a Key to Happiness and Iceland is Helping Them Test It
Economics might obscure the things we really need to measure.
Management
Federal Cops Can Pack Heat On Furlough Under House-Passed Bill
Legislation allows law enforcement to carry their service guns during involuntary furloughs.
Management
Former GSA Chief Joins Tech Company Pushing Paperless Government
Dan Tangherlini says SeamlessDocs supports government reforms.
Management
Five Ways To Be A Clueless Manager
Your subordinates aren’t going to stick their necks out to tell you how you’re screwing up.
Management