Budget
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Earth Day Network and the U.S. Department of State have developed the D.C. Forum for Greening Embassies so that foreign missions can exchange ideas on environmental issues and operational practices. Details from State Department\'s director of management policy, right sizing and innovation, Marguerite Coffey.
June 11, 2010 -
In reflecting on lessons learned, what was perhaps the most striking observation was the commonality of the responses from our allies, who came from varied nationalities, ranks, specialties, and experiences, says Peter Singer with Brookings.
June 11, 2010 -
System is precursor for nationwide health IT program.
June 10, 2010 -
A new report from the Institute of Medicine and the National Research Council says the FDA should become more proactive when it comes to food-borne illnesses.
June 10, 2010 -
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The ACT-IAC Voyagers Program is a leadership development program for \"rising stars\" in both government and industry who have a high potential for future advancement. We learn more from 2010 industry chair, Tristen Yancey.
June 10, 2010 -
June 15th at 10 AM Companies that sell products to the Federal Government are always looking for ways to expand into more lucrative and higher margin service offerings. And service providers are often looking for product offerings to round out their business lines. Either way, it\'s easier said than done. However, on this week\'s Gov Con Straight Talk with Microsoft you\'ll hear from a panel of top executives who know what it takes to successfully grow products and services business lines to the Federal Government.
June 10, 2010 -
Two authors share best practices and discuss their new book.
June 09, 2010 -
The innovation challenges platform will help your agency get creative ideas and be more open and transparent.
June 09, 2010 -
Small businesses will play an important role in the new procurement reform strategy at USAID. We get details from the Director of the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization, Mauricio Vera
June 09, 2010 -
NASA and its partners are making an effort to save both time and lives with new technology. Details from WTOP\'s Kristi King and NASA\'s George Theodorakos
June 09, 2010 -
Former OMB officials say having solid data on why certain programs need to be ended or cut is key to making this initiative work. OMB directs agencies to suggest which low performing programs or those outside of the agency\'s mission to target for termination or reduction by Sept. 13.
June 09, 2010 -
The budget cut being imposed on federal agencies won\'t impact all of them the same way. Some may freeze hiring, most will cut travel and training first. Senior Correspondent Mike Causey says this isn\'t the end of civilization as we know it but it could be a kick in the slats for the prosperous Washington metro area.
June 09, 2010 -
Diplomats need to work with the under-30 age group that is using Internet-based communication technology, State\'s Jared Cohen says.
June 08, 2010 -