Management
FBI: ‘Dozens’ of Terror Suspects Have Used Encryption to Hide from Law Enforcement
“I’m surprised if it is only a couple dozen people,” says Senate Homeland Security Chairman Ron Johnson.
Management
Budget-Crunched IRS Fell Behind on Protecting Social Security Numbers
Watchdog says majority of agency letters and forms continue to use them.
Management
Embracing Negative Feedback
Use social media, don't avoid it, to address criticism and improve services.
Management
How Quickly Will Your Email Get A Response?
A new study measures millions of emails to see how long it takes for people reply to each other, and how much they write.
Management
How Messaging Can Suck the Life Out of Your Agency's Brand
A vanilla communications strategy can damage morale and sow mistrust.
Management
NASA and ESA are Teaming Up to Prevent Armageddon
This will be the first real asteroid deflection test.
Management
The Federal Prison System has Taken Pork Off the Menu
The decision was based on an annual survey of inmates, according to the agency.
Nextgov
VA's Allin Promises ‘Go Big or Go Home’ Approach to Customer Service
A mediocre attitude toward serving the veterans who valiantly served the country is not acceptable, says VA's Chief Veteran Experience Officer Tom Allin.
Management
Study: There is a Downside For Organizations That Allow Working From Home
When fewer people work in the office, they don’t get the social or productivity benefits they expect from being around friends, close colleagues, and managers.
Management
Spending Turnaround at USDA Is Good News for Rural Families
Program chief makes sure no housing funds are left on the table.
Management
Senior Executives Association President Will Retire in November
Carol Bonosaro will become president emeritus; group to announce new leader soon.
Management
Federal Diversity Goals Are About High Performance, Not Compliance
It’s time to take advantage of our differences.
Management
Federal Employees to Be Honored for Achievements in Fighting Cancer, Ebola and More
Service to America Medal winners will be celebrated at black tie event in Washington.
Management
Mars Once Had a Magnetic Field and an Ocean. Where Did They Go?
A new mission is setting out to discover what happened to aspects of the red planet.
Management
Feds Are Happier At Work, But They’re Still Wary of Leadership
Employees are more engaged in their jobs, but faith in top management has decreased three percent since 2012, according to new viewpoint survey.
Pay & Benefits
The White House is Requesting $700K for Standing Desks
The Executive Office of the President appears to be aware that sitting all day has its downsides.
Management
The Justice Department is Setting Thousands of Early-Release Prisoners Free
6,000 convicts will be released in a few weeks.
Management
OMB Pressured to Invoke Bush Directive Banning Earmarks
Budget director asked to enforce 2008 deterrent to spending on pet projects.
Management
Bridging the Millennial Soft Skills Gap
Young workers bring new talents, but need to learn the basics.
Management