Management

Why interoperability is the foundation for federal IT modernization

As agencies modernize IT systems, workflows and policies, strategic upgrades must ensure relevant data can be shared seamlessly between organizations.

4 days ago

Vets benefits, VA staff paychecks and more endangered by debt fight

Negotiators will work through Memorial Day weekend in hopes of reaching a compromise on the issue before June 1.

4 days ago

VA move to curb remote work puts all federal workers on notice

Decisions on new federal policies for off-site work could upend the pandemic adjustments made by millions of workers.

Federal telework survey: do you want agency remote work to stay?

We want to know how telework decisions affect you and the relationship you have with your public service career.

4 days ago

Supreme Court upholds labor rights for ‘rare birds’ of National Guard

The U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling affirming that National Guard dual-status technicians are entitled to union representation.

5 days ago

Biden picks Brown to be Joint Chiefs chairman

President Biden singled out Brown's Accelerate Change or Lose strategy as exactly what the military needs: "General, you're right on."

5 days ago

Biden seeks legislation to invest in Australia, UK defense industries

The Biden administration is asking Congress to make Australia and the U.K. eligible for U.S. Defense Production Act grants and loans as part of AUKUS.

5 days ago

Rules still punish military widows for remarrying by slashing benefits

Starting a new relationship after the death of a service member can cost grieving spouses tens of thousands of dollars in support stipends.

5 days ago

VA to scale back remote work rules, require more in-office time

The changes will begin with workers in the Washington, D.C. headquarters starting this fall.

5 days ago

Why the military moves faster than government on AI

A Q&A with a former member of the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence about how agencies can get around talent and budget constraints.

5 days ago

The US must maximize F-35 production

Amid increasing international demand for the warplanes, the Pentagon isn't buying enough of them, argues a former U.S. top NATO commander in Europe.

6 days ago

A digital playbook to modernize federal IT networks

Digital playbooks include repeatable checklists that automate the steps necessary to respond to and remediate such an issue.

6 days ago

Vets will see a cost-of-living boost in benefit checks next year

Legislation passed by the House and Senate will ensure veterans benefits will get the same cost-of-living increase as Social Security payouts.

6 days ago

In this image provided by the U.S, Air Force, Lt. Gen. Timothy Haugh poses for a photo on Aug. 12, 2022.

Biden nominates Air Force general to lead NSA, Cyber Command

If confirmed, Air Force Lt. Gen. Timothy Haugh, the current deputy commander of Cyber Command, would replace Army Gen. Paul Nakasone.

6 days ago

Should VA keep spending leftover COVID funds or give them back?

When the national COVID-19 emergency ended earlier this month, about $2.1 billion in extra money for veterans support remained unused.

7 days ago

What is ‘X-date,’ and what happens if US defaults on debt?

A prolonged default could be devastating, with crashing markets and panic-driven layoffs if confidence in a cornerstone of the global economy ends.

7 days ago

Is Memorial Day 2023 a federal holiday for government workers?

Memorial Day has a lot to do with when the flowers bloom, believe it or not.

7 days ago

Biden shift on F-16s for Ukraine came after months of internal debate

Over the past three months, Biden officials shifted toward the view that it was time to provide the aircraft for Ukraine's long-term security.

7 days ago

Social Security proposes making virtual benefit hearings permanent

Virtual hearings could eliminate costs associated with having to travel to an agency office.

8 days ago

Management

The latest news on program and project management policies and best practices, HR developments, budgets and pay and benefits -- everything you need to know about federal operations.

As agencies modernize IT systems, workflows and policies, strategic upgrades must ensure relevant data can be shared seamlessly between organizations.

Negotiators will work through Memorial Day weekend in hopes of reaching a compromise on the issue before June 1.

Decisions on new federal policies for off-site work could upend the pandemic adjustments made by millions of workers.

We want to know how telework decisions affect you and the relationship you have with your public service career.

The U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling affirming that National Guard dual-status technicians are entitled to union representation.

President Biden singled out Brown's Accelerate Change or Lose strategy as exactly what the military needs: "General, you're right on."

The Biden administration is asking Congress to make Australia and the U.K. eligible for U.S. Defense Production Act grants and loans as part of AUKUS.

Starting a new relationship after the death of a service member can cost grieving spouses tens of thousands of dollars in support stipends.

The changes will begin with workers in the Washington, D.C. headquarters starting this fall.

A Q&A with a former member of the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence about how agencies can get around talent and budget constraints.

Amid increasing international demand for the warplanes, the Pentagon isn't buying enough of them, argues a former U.S. top NATO commander in Europe.

Digital playbooks include repeatable checklists that automate the steps necessary to respond to and remediate such an issue.

Legislation passed by the House and Senate will ensure veterans benefits will get the same cost-of-living increase as Social Security payouts.

If confirmed, Air Force Lt. Gen. Timothy Haugh, the current deputy commander of Cyber Command, would replace Army Gen. Paul Nakasone.

When the national COVID-19 emergency ended earlier this month, about $2.1 billion in extra money for veterans support remained unused.

A prolonged default could be devastating, with crashing markets and panic-driven layoffs if confidence in a cornerstone of the global economy ends.

Memorial Day has a lot to do with when the flowers bloom, believe it or not.

Over the past three months, Biden officials shifted toward the view that it was time to provide the aircraft for Ukraine's long-term security.

Virtual hearings could eliminate costs associated with having to travel to an agency office.