Accelera acquistion meant to bolster Microsoft solutions

Virtualization solutions provider acquires ITS Group consulting firm.

Acumen steps up when it counts

Acumen Solutions builds a database project as a software-as-a-service CRM offering using Salesforce.com.

Cloud reputation hurt by cybersecurity worries

Former CIO Vivek Kundra promoted cloud technology as a way to save money, but some feds are concerned about its security.

VA seeks info on cloud-based health care collaboration

The Veterans Affairs Department is seeking information about cloud-based collaborative tools that could improve communications between VA doctors and clinicians and reduce data breaches.

Kundra claims he started to close the IT gap

Vivek Kundra, the first federal CIO, offers some parting thoughts on public service.

Can the US stay the global leader in cloud computing?

TechAmerica Foundation collaborated with NIST and provides 14 recommendations and a Cloud First Buyer’s Guide for agencies.

What four things should we keep after Kundra leaves?

An IT executive argues for four critical elements that should remain after Vivek Kundra, the nation's first chief information officer, departs in August for Harvard.

All of GSA's e-mail now in Google cloud

The General Services Administration has successfully migrated its 17,000 e-mail users to Google Apps for Government, according to GSA Administrator Martha Johnson.

Gen. Cartwright's nod to Mrs. Robinson

Gen. James Cartwright uses a classic movie to illustrate a contemporary point.

Planning for FOSE 2011? Here's a primer.

The expo and conference, July 19-21 at the Washington Convention Center, will present a smorgasbord of innovative technologies and products, and techniques for applying them to government.

Citrix doubles down on open-source bet with cloud purchase

Citrix's acquisition of Cloud.com strengthens the company's embrace of open-source software as an essential component of cloud computing, according to company officials.

Contractors face their own cloud demons

More companies are turning to the cloud for infrastructure and applications, what can their transition teach the rest of us?

Lessons from VA's ups and downs

CIO Roger Baker offers insights into how Veterans Affairs is managing its IT and the example it might present for others.

Verizon's cloud play fuels government growth strategy

Verizon adds mobility and security chops as it charges ahead with its cloud strategy.

SAP's strategy shaped by 3 megatrends

Company's leadership sees technology feeding a revolution in how the world, including government, operates.

Cisco's cloud director leaves for rival Juniper

Cisco's cloud director leaves for new Juniper gig.

4 cloud lessons industry must teach

Companies that have moved operations to the cloud can teach valuable lessons to government agencies.

5 cloud gotchas and how to avoid them

For systems integrators to bring a success cloud solution to their customers they must address critical issues around security, storage and systems architectures. Do you know how to avoid these five pitfalls?

Voluntary cyber code needed for online businesses

A Commerce Department task force recommends establishing codes of responsible behavior for noncritical companies doing business online, along with economic and other incentives for adopting best practices and standards for cybersecurity.

IBM targets $57B market with new 'smart city' package

IBM has released its Intelligent Operations Center for Smarter Cities, designed to help cities of all sizes gain a holistic view of information across city departments and agencies.