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No excuse for frivolous protests
The idea of using protests as part of a government sales strategy is a disturbing concept.
GAO finds 25 contractors got work after debarrment
More than two dozen federal contractors guilty of fraud and illegal activity still managed to win millions of dollars in contracts, according to a new GAO report.
Former Lockheed CEO urges $40B bailout for U.S. future
The bailout plan is just a short-term fix, according to a former IT executive. What is needed is an investment in science and technology education.
DLT names Ristau CTO
DLT Solutions promotes Van Ristau as its first chief technology officer.
DHS, Boeing move closer to SBInet rollout
Lab testing of the Homeland Security Department's SBInet virtual fence revealed minor computer bugs that are expected to be fixed before construction begins in March or April, the program's director said.
Microsoft names global public sector chief
Linda Zecher will lead worldwide public sector sales and marketing team.
Having your say
New comment feature proves popular as well as insightful.
SRA warns of possible data breach
The company has warned current and former employees and customers, including federal employees, that personal information could be at risk.
Obama signs order to protect contract workers
Obama signs executive orders that strengthen workers rights for contractor employees.
Do you Twitter?
Washington Technology and the rest of 1105 Government Information Group wades deeper into the 2.0 world with a Twitter account.
BAE Systems streamlines business units
BAE Systems Inc. has launched a restructuring initiative that would impact five business lines and eight divisions that form a $10 billion defense operation.
John Gioia: Innovative, caring executive
John Gioia, founder and former chairman, president and chief executive officer of Robbins-Gioia Inc., died Dec. 26, 2008, at the age of 76. Friends and colleagues agree he left a legacy of innovative corporate leadership and a devotion to family, friends and charitable works.
Unisys achieves ISO 20K certification
Unisys' federal systems business has achieved ISO/IEC 20000-1:2005 certification for its desktop-management services line and programs.
Wieman to lead civilian IT unit at Perot
Perot Systems Government Services names Eric Wieman executive vice president of its Civilian Information Technology Division.
Harris taps Meyerrose to lead new unit
Former federal CIO Dale Meyerrose is joining Harris Corp. to lead development of the federal contractor’s newly created cybersecurity and information assurance business unit.
Obama picks Raytheon exec for DOD deputy secretary
President-elect Barack Obama intends to nominate Raytheon senior vice president and Pentagon comptroller William Lynn III to serve as deputy defense secretary.
Northrop Grumman, Global Security team on alert systems
Northrop Grumman Corp. is teaming up with Global Security Systems Corp. to fulfill the requirements of a federal alert and public warning system that communicates with cell phones, computers, GPS, wireless devices and other consumer devices.
Marines seek electronic maintenance devices
The Marines Corps Systems Command wants ideas from industry on next-generation portable devices that can enhance maintenance workflow.
Northrop streamlines organizational sectors
Northrop Grumman has made several organizational changes, reducing the number of its sectors from seven to five.
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