Northrop Grumman names new VP and GM of civil systems

Northrop Grumman Corp. has named James Myers vice president and general manager of its Civil Systems business group, one of four divisions in the company's Information Systems sector led by Linda Mills.

7 steps to a smarter 2011

Mark Amtower offers tips on how to get smarter about the government market and improve your opportunities for success.

Motorola splits in two to kick off 2011

The company best known for its radio communications products will become two separate entities, Motorola Mobility and Motorola Solutions, within the first few weeks of January.

Corporate culture: The missing link to success

The culture of a company and its customers is too often overlooked as contractors make bid and proposal decisions.

CSC makes deal for intell contractor

Computer Sciences Corp. has acquired a provider of systems engineering and intelligence analysis to bolster the work it can do with national security agencies. They also pick up access to a $6 billion contract vehicle.

BAE names recent hire to lead geospatial intelligence unit

BAE Systems has tapped newcomer Jordan Becker to lead its geospatial intelligence and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance business unit. He will report to John Gannon, president of the Intelligence and Security sector.

Take the poll: Will your business grow in 2011?

Contractors weigh in on how much they expect their companies to grow in 2011. What do the early returns say about the industry's confidence level?

TASC CEO joins PSC board

Wood Parker, president and CEO of TASC Inc., has been elected to a three-year term on the Professional Services Council board of directors.

What was your hot topic of 2010?

Join editor Nick Wakeman for a chat on Twitter to discuss the top topics of 2010 and what will be the driving issues of 2011.

SAIC Capitol Hill liaison moves to new position

Andrew Jazwick has been named senior vice president of aviation security at Science Applications International Corp. He will help deliver threat detection products and services to key customers for the company’s Security and Transportation Technology business unit.

TCS buys global space engineering firm

TeleCommunication Systems Inc. has signed a definitive agreement to acquire privately held Trident Space and Defense LLC, a provider of engineering and electronics solutions for global space and defense markets.

Sold to the lowest bidder: Reverse auctions play cost-savings role for agencies

Interest grows in reverse auctions as agencies look for efficiency and cost savings.

Teradata sees revenue growth in data consolidation

Following 18 years of growth in the commercial sector, Terabyte is seeking to expand its footprint in a federal market that is intent on spending less on data centers.

Yesterday's business development strategy sure to fail today

Today's government market demands new ways of working with customers and developing business development strategies. What worked yesterday will likely fail today, writes MBDi's Bill Scheessele.

DRC reorganizes operations to prepare for more growth

Dynamics Research Corp. unveils new structure around two operating units and a new business development organization.

Apple whispers iPad's pros to corporate IT buyers

Apple is holding discreet meetings with IT decision makers in five cities and educating them on the uses of Apple technology, such as the iPad and associated apps, for business.

Tougher contractor ethics rule under consideration

The Administrative Conference of the United States is back in business as a federal advisory body, and one of its first agenda items is a draft proposal on federal contractor ethics.

Federal awards spur SAIC 3Q growth

Science Applications International Corp. reported a 4 percent gain in revenue for the third quarter of fiscal 2011 over the same quarter in fiscal 2010.

Alion hires retired Air Force general to pilot decision support post

Alion Science and Technology has hired retired Air Force Maj. Gen. Stephen Miller as vice president and manager of the company’s Management and Decision Support business operation.

4 steps to a more successful government business

In the final installment of our three-part series, our panel of experts offers more tips on how to succeed in a changing market.