What Haiti teaches us about the 'whole of government'
The Haiti relief effort offers an important lesson for those responding to the everyday challenges of government.
House panel links acquisition reforms to people
After a year of hearings, the chairman of a House panel on Defense Department acquisition reforms says DOD must develop new regulations for hiring and building up a civilian acquisition workforce.
Defense ethics group names former OFPP administrator as director
Angela Styles named director of the Defense Industry Initiative on Business Ethics and Conduct.
DOD details strict flash drive rules
A DOD policy that bans using flash drives was relaxed recently because of adjustments made to Defense Department computer systems. But that doesn't mean there are no more limitations on their use.
Franken amendment sparks debate over government’s role in employee relations
Editor-in-chief Nick Wakeman invites you to join the discussion about the effect the Franken amendment will have on government contractors. Should the government withhold payment from companies that make employees sign arbitration clauses?
Franken amendment threatens to take funds from contractors
The fiscal 2010 Defense Department Appropriations Act prohibits contractors from getting that year’s money if they require employees to sign an arbitration clause.
Sometimes its good to be mule headed
The best answers don't always rely on the highest of technologies, just ask the military's mule skinners.
Feds brace for another storm
Another massive snowstorm threatens the Washington metropolitan area, overwhelms OPM's Web site, closes the federal government and sparks telework complaints.
After Murtha: Vacancy on critical House defense panel opens way for new leader
John Murtha will be remembered for his long government service, military career and a love of earmarks that sometimes put him in hot water.
Meyerrose: Takai would be qualified for Defense CIO post
California CIO Teri Takai, the expected nominee as the Defense Department's chief information officer, has a proven track record in IT leadership, but the military poses a new set of challenges.
Dell Perot hires new VP for Defense Department sales
Dell Perot Systems Government Services Division has named Jack Stem vice president for Defense Department sales.
Leaner defense budget aims for realistic reform
The Defense Department's $708 billion fiscal 2011 budget request closely adheres to priorities set forth in the 2010 Quadrennial Defense Review.
Acquisition processes might stymie new defense opportunities
Contractors face arcane acquisition processes that might slow new defense opportunities.
Natural selection: Defense contractors must adapt to survive
Contractors respond to shifting defense priorities with acquisitions, new marketing strategies and a never-ending push to get closer to their customers.
Time to flex and stretch those defense muscles
As defense priorities shift, contractors are adapting their capabilities, making acquisitions and learning fresh tricks to capture new business.
New agency roadmaps offer critical insights
Quadrennial reviews expected from the Defense and State departments might offer insights into the role contractors will play in helping the departments fulfill their missions.
Getting war right
As the Defense Department looks toward enterprisewide network operations, one high-level official offered his insight for best practices.
House passes defense bill that would reduce use of contractors
Defense spending bill includes measures to reduce spending on contractor outsourcing and new programs to reduce fraud and abuse.
CACI puts focus on clients, community and its expertise
CACI keeps focus on its customers and mission to weather tough economic times.
November awards bring billions in defense contracts
The companies benefiting from large Defense Department contract awards in November included Science Applications International Corp., ManTech International Corp. and Lockheed Martin Corp.
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