Cloud computing faces confusion, but contractors still see an opportunity

A new survey finds confusion among federal agencies about cloud computing, yet Network contract holders are gearing up to offer such services.

Buyer beware: Hidden costs of cloud computing

Experts warn that cloud computing brings with it a loss of control and legal protection in a computing framework that still is maturing.

Cloud computing gains traction with government customers

A guide to answering customers' questions about cloud computing as a new way to manage infrastructure.

GovDelivery helps government broadcast messages to the public

The founders of government-to-citizen communications company GovDelivery Inc. discuss how they have harnessed the power of Web. 2.0.

Gaits wins Energy Department security contract for Idaho lab

GAITS Inc. will work with the Idaho National Laboratory to implement, develop and test cybersecurity controls under a $26 million contract.

White House official stresses collaborative approach

White House official Beth Noveck says the collaborative model used for open-source software should be adopted by the federal government.

Companies offer help with managing stimulus dollars

Several companies release a solution for helping agencies manage the influx of money from the economic stimulus law. By Nick Wakeman

CSC hires former Transportation CIO

Dan Mintz joins systems integrator as chief technology officer for the company's civil, health services business.

Cloud computing needs standards to mature, experts say

Federal agencies should develop and deploy cloud computing technology, and standards will follow, speakers say.

FOSE shows a future in the clouds

If the exhibits and speakers at FOSE are any indication, cloud computing is reaching a critical mass in the government market.

Navy examines Web 2.0 tech for use on internal networks

The Navy will likely deploy its own versions of social media technologies such as Facebook and Wikipedia for use on internal networks, Navy Department CIO Robert Carey said.

People to meet

As the head of Microsoft's global public sector, Linda Zecher sees common challenges and opportunities across the different regions of the world.

Rising above security concerns

As demand and capabilities increase, integrators find customers are more open to cloud computing.