Management

• GSA declares end to cube farms, unveils new approach to office space

  DHS, HHS, Interior and USDA all are on board to try out the Total Workplace initiative that focuses on open spaces, hotelling and mobile employees. GSA Administrator Dan Tangherlini said a new approach to office space will save money and improve how agencies meet their missions.

  Management

  September 20, 2013
• Exhibit 300’s and The Blend Wall

  On this week's Capital Impact show, Bloomberg Government analysts examine the latest round of exhibit 300's for cloud computing opportunities, and give us an update on efforts to increase production of clean renewable fuels in the U.S. September 19, 2013

  Technology

  September 19, 2013
• Ambassador John Berry checks in Down Under

  Former OPM director introduces himself to his new Australian neighbors through State Department-produced video. Through Facebook comments, Aussies welcome new ambassador and spouse.

  Management

  September 19, 2013
• Who were the victims in the Washington Navy Yard shooting?

  Thirteen people were killed when 34-year-old Aaron Alexis opened fire at the Washington Navy Yard on Monday, Sept. 16. The shooter himself was killed in a gun battle with the police. These are the stories of the victims.

  Defense

  September 19, 2013
• National Defense University’s iCollege Expands its Missions

  How is National Defense University's iCollege expanding its missions as global hub for educating, informing, and connecting Information Age leaders? What is the iCollege doing in the area of cyber security and cyber leadership? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Dr. Robert Childs, Chancellor NDU's iCollege. Dr. Robert D. Childs Chancellor, Information Resources Management iCollege) National Defense University

  Management

  September 19, 2013
• Discovering the benefits of Health IT

  What are the benefits of using Health IT? What does "meaningful use" mean as relates to electronic health records? How has the nationwide adoption and use of health IT, especially EHRs progressed? And what more needs to be done?Join host Michael Keegan and he explores these questions and so much more with, Dr. Farzad Mostashari, National Coordinator for Health IT within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Farzad Mostashari, M.D. National Coordinator for Health IT Department of Health and Human Services

  Management

  September 19, 2013
• Four years after Ft. Hood, Pentagon still studying base security

  DoD still is working to implement dozens of recommendations that followed the 2009 Fort Hood shooting. The Pentagon wants to create a system that notifies security managers about potential problems with clearance holders ahead of time.

  Defense

  September 19, 2013
• Estate planning, CR, and more

  Attorney Thomas J. O'Rourke will answer your calls and emails on how to best prepare for your family's financial future. Also, Sean Reilly from the Federal Times will give us an update on some of the big issues affecting federal workers. September 18, 2013

  Mike Causey

  September 18, 2013
• Navy outlines energy goals and investments

  Dr. Richard Carlin, director of the Navy's Sea Warfare and Weapons Department in the Office of Naval Research, outlines his organization's energy goals and the Navy's increasing investments in its Energy Excelerator program.

  Defense

  September 18, 2013
• Senators seek probe into how Navy shooter got clearance

  Key senators on the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee are seeking answers into how the contractor employee responsible for the mass shooting at the Washington Navy Yard that killed 12 people obtained his security clearance. In a Sept. 18 letter, Sens. Claire McCaskill (D-Mo.) and Jon Tester (D-Mont.), requested the Office of Personnel Management's inspector general look into what type of clearance the shooter, identified as 34-year-old Aaron Alexis, held as well as what federal agency conducted his background investigation.

  Congress

  September 18, 2013
• Bill puts contract spending on the hook if Pentagon misses audit deadline

  New legislation introduced by Sens. Tom Coburn (R-Okla.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) pushes the Pentagon toward being ready for a full financial audit by restricting spending on major weapons programs if DoD fails to get its books in order.

  Congress

  September 18, 2013
• OMB issues shutdown guidance to agencies

  The Office of Management and Budget issued a memo Wednesday providing guidance to prepare federal agencies for the possibility of a government shutdown. The memo addressed several frequently asked questions, explaining everything from contracts and grants to the use of IT operations during an appropriations lapse.

  Budget

  September 18, 2013
• Navy sets up multiple avenues for survivors, employees to get help

  Ed Cannon, the Navy's director of fleet and family readiness program, said the service deployed its special psychiatric rapid intervention team to provide assistance to employees who survived the tragedy at the Navy Yard.

  Defense

  September 18, 2013
• OMB following a familiar path as it shapes new financial internal controls

  The Office of Federal Financial Management is updating Circular A-123 to focus on risk management and data-driven decision-making. OFFM also plans on rescinding the financial systems requirements circular, A-127, in the coming weeks.

  Management

  September 18, 2013