6 ways to stand out in a crowded government field
You don’t want to be lost in the crowd. Mark Amtower writes that the point of becoming a government contractor is to stand out, and win some business as a result.
Defense, intelligence work push CACI to record year
Strong performances in the defense and intelligence businesses pushed CACI's fiscal fourth quarter and full fiscal year to revenue and earnings records.
CGI reaches goal line of $1B Stanley purchase
CGI Group has effectively acquired Stanley Inc., having completed its cash tender offer for all outstanding shares of the government contractor based in Arlington, Va. Stanley will become a wholly owned subsidiary of CGI Federal.
Equifax targets federal market with new strategy
Equifax, known primarily as a credit reporting company, has launched a new strategy that targets agencies and systems integrators that will need its fiscal and identity management services.
13 trends and predictions driving today's market
The Top 100, transparency, procurement woes and slower growth are among Editor Nick Wakeman's top trends and predictions about today's government market.
FLIR makes $274M deal for advanced sensor maker
FLIR Systems Inc. acquisition of ICx Technologies Inc. will bolster its homeland security and defense business.
Motivated criminals hunt government data
Verizon's annual data breach report finds that hackers targeting government agencies aren't easily deterred.
SRA growth reaches $1.7B in 2010
SRA International Inc. reports that its revenue grew by more than 8 percent as its contract backlog and opportunity pipeline increased during the company's fiscal 2010.
How hackers use the World Cup and Chelsea Clinton to steal your data
Verizon data breach study reports that malware continues to be a major problem and SQL servers are often the target.
Lack of attention invites cybersecurity breaches
Verizon report finds not enough attention paid to security practices, analysis and the 'human factor.'
VA moves closer to IT modernization decision
Agency will be asking for more industry input before moving forward with the modernization of the Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture.
Harris names new head of IT services business
John Heller has been named president of Harris Corp.'s IT Services business unit, reporting to Chief Operating Officer Daniel Pearson. He succeeds Ted Hengst.
Defense cuts raise questions about strategy
Industry associations and government contracting experts are expressing skepticism about Defense Secretary Robert Gates’ plan to reduce Defense Department spending by $100 billion over five years.
Will the defense cuts hurt your business?
Editor Nick Wakeman asks whether the proposed defense cuts will make DOD a more strategic thinker. What do you think?
L-3 locks up purchase of Airborne Technologies
L-3 Communications Corp. has acquired Airborne Technologies Inc., which specializes in aeronautical engineering services for unmanned aircraft systems. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
NVTC group to assess IT needs at Arlington National Cemetery
The Army accepts in principle the Northern Virginia Technology Council’s offer to provide 15 companies’ pro bono assistance in assessing the IT requirements to rectify the poor record-keeping at Arlington National Cemetery.
Wyle's purchase of CAS will expand DOD customer base
Wyle Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire CAS Inc., a division of ITT Corp., creating a combined entity that will have pro forma 2009 revenues of approximately $1 billion.
Harris elevates IT services chief to CIO
Ted Hengst has been named corporate vice president and chief information officer at Harris Corp., reporting to Howard Lance, the company's chairman, president and CEO.
Contractors prepare to face headwinds
Columnist John Hagan examines quarterly reports to explain how companies are preparing for challenging times in the government market.
Microsoft, Salesforce settle patent dispute
Microsoft and Salesforce.com have reached an out-of-court settlement concerning alleged patent violations. Agreement includes undisclosed 'compensation' for Microsoft.
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