Analysis
Whether it’s the challenge of a mobile workforce, the international reach of an agency mission, or the re-emergence of professional travel, federal agencies are facing increasing burdens associated with safeguarding government employees in today’s world. Duty of Care is the central term used to describe agency responsibilities in this area, though that simple phrase requires the coordinated efforts of personnel managers, federal IT executives, and acquisition professionals. In a recent discussion on Federal News Radio, executives from industry leader Concur discussed how the company works with agencies to meet evolving, complex challenges.
September 27, 2016What are the IT priorities for the US Department of the Navy? How is the Navy leveraging mobility solutions? What is the US Navy doing to enhance its IT security. Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Rob Foster, Chief Information Officer, U.S. Department of the Navy.
September 19, 2016This week's interview is with Dan Lockley, the Technology Transfer Program Director for NASA. During the discussion he expands upon the ways NASA seeks out ways to share their information.
September 16, 2016This edition of the Business of Government magazine highlights strong leaders with the right talent who are charged with executing the business of government. Join host Michael Keegan as he tells the stories of such leaders as Anne Rung, Admiral Paul Zukunft, Dr. Reggie Brothers, Dr. David Bray, and LaVerne Council, outlines their collective challenges, illustrates their respective successes, shares the lessons they have learned – and ultimately, explore how best to help these leaders be effective.
September 12, 2016The In Focus mini-series examines more closely issues and topics of importance to federal agencies and contractors. Each month, Federal News Radio speaks with key stakeholders to better understand challenges and opportunities. This month focuses…
September 09, 2016What are the strategic priorities of the USDA’s Food and Inspection Service? How is FSIS ensuring this country’s food is safe and uncontaminated? How is FSIS leveraging technology and innovation to meet its mission? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and much more Alfred Almanza, Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety at the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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September 05, 2016 This week's guest is Paula Braun, Entrepreneur in Residence for the CDC Mortality Project. Paula has both a master’s degree in mathematics and a master’s degree in analytics. She is the ideal person to apply analytics to the world of big data.
September 02, 2016What are the strategic priorities for FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division? How does the FBI’s CJIS Division foster information sharing across the law enforcement enterprise? Join us as we explore these questions and more with Stephen Morris, Assistant Director, FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division.
August 29, 2016Dr. Allison Druin, Special Advisor for National Digital Strategy at the National Park Service (NPS), joined Federal News Radio’s In Focus to share how the agency is using science and technology to enhance the public’s experience. The NPS was founded a century ago and now totals 413 parks. Dr. Druin discussed some of the challenges in how the NPS works to preserve this remarkable heritage as well as looking to the future. For her, one key is to understand the visitor experience and what will matter to the public. To this end, the NPS has looked at many tools, including mobile, cloud, wearables, and other approaches that will give the typical visitor a better understanding of that particular park. In a perfect world, the NPS will make the visit more meaningful both today and in the future.
August 26, 2016What are benefits of pursuing enterprise risk management? How can risk management enhance department decision-making? How are you fostering a culture of risk awareness across an enterprise? Join us as we explore these questions and more with Dr. Karen Hardy, Deputy Director for Risk Management at the U.S. Department of Commerce.
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Back in 2005 or 2006, an emerging theme became clear when it comes to the government and industry and cybersecurity: It’s all about the data.
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