Management
Senior execs pan performance pay system
Half of respondents to a survey said their agencies are using quota systems to distribute ratings, despite a prohibition.
Defense
Customs bureau merges trade activities into new office
Reorganization is aimed at better use of existing resources; will not result in additional trade inspectors.
News
Forward Observer: Many Dollars, No Sense
To ensure military readiness, the Pentagon needs to redirect money away from outdated weapons systems and pet political projects.
Features
Watch This!
Technology projects worth keeping an eye on for what they foretell about the future or warn against from the past.
Features
Too Darn Hot
Pressure is mounting on federal agencies to stop studying global warming and start doing something about it.
Features
Ground Truth
The Army's top soldier discusses the perils of managing equipment and budget shortfalls during a long war.
News And Analysis
Pundit's Peril
Publicity deals and moonlighting on the air put agencies to the propaganda test.
News And Analysis
Ups and Downs
VA Secretary R. James Nicholson bends priorities to new customer needs and business risks.
News And Analysis
Defining Disability
Some veterans question giving the edge to service-disabled contractor bids.
News And Analysis
Avoiding Injury
NASA's new software system neatly handles safety, health and security data.
Management Matters - Advice And Dissent
One Small Step For Managers
Little fixes can make a big difference in public satisfaction with government services.
Managing Technology
Wired for Trouble
Putting law enforcement officers in radio contact is easier said than done.
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