Management

OMB Prepares to Ratchet Up Enterprise Risk Management

Agency veteran W. Todd Grams says approach might have softened VA, IRS scandals.

Management

The National Archives' Unique Role in Resolving the Clinton Email Case

Records agency runs its own probe into State Department document retention practices.

Management

Why You Should Take Time to Connect With Colleagues

You might approach work differently if you knew the backstory more often.

Route Fifty

Citizen-Centric Reporting: Informing the Public Is the Government’s Responsibility

Here’s why a ‘less is more’ approach to government transparency leads to a better informed citizenry.

Nextgov

Could Twitter-Savvy Teens Help Government Tackle Social Media Screening?

“As we're doing a background investigation, how could you not go look at their Facebook page?" said Rep. Jason Chaffetz.

Nextgov

Report: Expect Even More DDoS Attacks, Malicious Cyber Activity from China

These attacks involve multiple systems -- many or all of which could be hijacked machines -- which target a single system, such as a website, application or server.

Pay & Benefits

FEHBP Insurance Carriers Must Cover Autism Treatment Beginning in 2017

Since 2013, providers have had the option of covering applied behavior analysis for children on the autism spectrum.

Route Fifty

State & Local Daily Digest: AT&T Sues Louisville; New Snyder Water Emails Released

Also in our Route Fifty news roundup: Native Hawaiian constitution adopted; medical marijuana restrictions affirmed in Montana; and this Pennsylvania state park is not gnome friendly.

Defense

A Former CIA Analyst Explains How Tech Companies Can Help Fight Terrorism

The gulf between Silicon Valley and Washington appears to be widening.

Oversight

Play of the Day: John Oliver Compares Donald Trump to So Many Things

According to Last Week Tonight, Trump is like the NFL, a dangerous pet chimp and a lemur eating a banana.

Oversight

Will Rubio's Assault on Trump Pay Off Tuesday?

The Floridian needs a victory somewhere to keep his candidacy alive.

Management

Seven Steps to Becoming a CX Leader in Government

Improving customer experience could greatly benefit both employees and taxpayers.

Route Fifty

Florida’s 2016 Python Challenge Nabs 106 Snakes From Everglades

More than 1,000 people registered to hunt down the invasive species in a multi-week competition.

Management

Asking Your Boss for a Demotion Could Be the Best Career Choice You Ever Make

Stress – including work stress – has many effects on the body.

Oversight

Chris Christie Rides to Trump's Rescue

The New Jersey governor makes a surprising and timely endorsement of the Republican front-runner.

Oversight

House Science Chairman Pressures NOAA Anew on Climate Change Study

Lamar Smith specifies search terms, including “Obama” and “Clean Power Plan.”

Nextgov

Oversight Chairman: $3 Billion IT Upgrade Fund ‘Hogwash’

A top Capitol Hill Republican is not a fan of the Obama administration’s plan to help federal agencies upgrade outdated IT systems.

Management

GAO Details Weaknesses in Governmentwide Quest for Clean Books

Consolidated financial statements for 2014-2015 focus on Pentagon, HUD and Agriculture.

Nextgov

Here’s Why Robots Might Not Be Taking Government Jobs Any Time Soon

We still don’t understand the full psychological impact of working with robots, a new analysis concludes.

Route Fifty

As Nation Moves to a Service Economy, States Look to Tax It More

In states from Arizona to Oklahoma, lawmakers are considering bills that would impose the sales tax on services ranging from beauty salons to funeral homes.