Management
Got Big Data? First Define Your Big Question
Simple, yet analytical, data thinking can reveal the size of the problem.
Nextgov
Why Feds Are Still Buying IT That Works With Windows XP
During the last 12 months, agencies posted nearly 200 solicitations for products compliant with the operating system, which will lose Microsoft's security support on April 8.
Management
Lawmaker to Feds: You Don’t Need So Many Limos
'In hard times you can have too much of a good thing,' moderate Democrat says.
Nextgov
What Kind of Tech Exec (or Potential Exec) Are You?
Take our quiz to find out if you're a security superstar or a productivity powerhouse -- or maybe neither.
Management
How to Get What You Really Want
A simple shift in your actions can make you happier and more successful.
Management
Actually, Switching Fonts Won't Save the Government That Much Money
Design blogger pokes holes in 14-year-old's savings plan.
Management
Obama’s Regulatory Chief: Businesses Will Always Criticize Us
Shelanski assures progressive groups OIRA doesn't dictate agency policy.
Management
Are You a Dictator?
Maybe it’s time to stop solving your team's problems and start helping employees solve their own.
Management
The Biggest Productivity Killer Is That There’s an App for That … and That … and That, too
So many apps, so little time.
Management
Safety Agency Decided Not to Investigate Faulty Ignition Switches That Killed 13 People
Lawmakers are holding a hearing Tuesday on the GM recall.
Nextgov
DHS Takes a Second Stab at Automating Immigration Casework
InfoZen wins first contract in project's revival, hopes agile software development will make the difference.
Oversight
Lawmakers Want to Know More About Why Feds’ Morale Is So Low
House Oversight Democrats say agency effectiveness appears damaged, request GAO study.
Management
USPS Workers Went Bowling, Gambling Using Agency Credit Cards
Postal Service employees spent tens of thousands of dollars for personal expenses on the agency’s dime.
Management
Why a Budget Crisis Is Not the Time to Make Cuts Across the Board
Lessons from the states on performance budgeting.
Defense
An Unauthorized Leak on Unauthorized 'Zero Dark Thirty' Remarks?
Defense watchdog said to accuse former colleague of spilling report to Congress.
Management
Want to Get Ahead? Be More Humble
Those whom others rated as being more humble were able to form stronger social bonds as they worked to complete a task.
Nextgov
This Electronic Health Record's Cost Has Jumped 2,233 Percent
…and other billion dollar horrors from GAO.
Management
Why You Need to Flex to Connect as a Leader
How to be effective in an increasingly global and diverse workplace.
Defense