Management

ISIS, Global Threats Boost U.S. Arms Exports

Lockheed Martin, the world’s largest defense contractor, reported strong export growth, and it’s not alone.

Nextgov

With Lockheed Deal, Leidos Now the Government’s Largest IT Provider

As part of the deal, Lockheed Martin will receive $1.8 billion in cash from Leidos and will own a majority – 50.5 percent – equity stake in the company worth $3.2 billion.

Management

OMB, Agencies Need to Read the Fine Print in 2016 Budget

The omnibus budget passed by Congress in late December contains some performance management surprises.

Management

VA Secretary Says Job Performance Standards Have Been ‘Too Low’

Too many "outstanding" evaluations don’t make sense for an agency that gets low ratings from employees, Bob McDonald says.

Management

Obama's Executive Actions on Solitary Confinement in Federal Prisons

The president has announced new measures to reduce the use of restrictive housing in federal prisons.

Management

Lawmakers Seek IRS Explanation for Destroyed Hard Drive

Senate and House chairmen cite “troubling record” of losing documents related to lawsuits.

Management

Powerful People are Terrible at Making Decisions Together

Traits commonly found in leaders can be obstacles when it comes to collaboration.

Management

Interior Department Tops Satisfaction Survey

Overall, customer reviews of federal services decline for third year.

Management

Democratic Candidates Lay Out Government Reform Proposals at Town Hall

The three Democratic presidential candidates shared the same stage on Monday for the last time before votes are cast.

Management

Offices in Washington Area to Remain Shuttered Tuesday

For many employees, it means another telework day.

Management

Psychologists Have Built a Mathematical Model for Selfishness

Ever wonder why some people have a tendency to be nice—even in situations where it costs them—while others are constantly out for themselves?

Management

Three Weeks of a Standoff in an Oregon Wildlife Refuge

An armed group remains camped out in the headquarters of a national wildlife refuge in protest of the federal government.

Management

Is Clinton or Sanders Obama's True Heir?

The Vermont senator’s bid to pick up the rhetoric of the president’s 2008 campaign exposes a rift in the Democratic Party.

Management

The Countries Where People Are the Most Emotionally Complex

Why cultures that value interdependence, like Japan, win at being deep

Management

You Can Go Sledding On Capitol Hill

And D.C. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton wants you to know she greased the skids.