Pay & Benefits
Healthy Explanation
Federal officials release details about new Health Savings Accounts and who can take advantage of them.
Defense
In Boston, security goes to the dogs
Dozens of federal, state, and local canines help sniff out potential danger during convention week.
Defense
Former Iraq inspector calls for new weapons control policy
Federal intelligence agencies not prepared to develop much-needed new technology, he says.
Defense
Kerry calls for Sept. 11 commission to continue work
Democratic standard-bearer says the panel should each reports every six months on the status of implementing its recommendations.
Tech
GAO finds information security compliance is sporadic
Survey of 24 major federal agencies shows varied levels of conformity with federal guidelines.
Defense
Surveillance cameras key to convention security efforts
The cameras help law enforcement agencies keep an eye on things inside and outside the convention hall, but raise privacy concerns.
Management
Be a Micromanager
Tell employees what you expect of them, monitor their performance, provide feedback and reward or admonish them.
Management
Contractors were hired to oversee interrogations
Documents show senior-level "advisers" managed security and intelligence-related activities.
Management
GSA official says 'Get It Right' procurement effort set to succeed
New program is designed to encourage compliance with acquisition rules and regulations.
Management
Bush’s management agenda lacks congressional support, executives say
Panelists praise president’s government reform efforts, but say they wish more lawmakers would understand and support his plan.
Defense
Ridge praises public service, offers advice
Secretary says creation of Homeland Security Department required strong leadership and keeping employees informed.
Defense
Convention security effort wins positive reviews
Delegates impressed with speed, thoroughness of Secret Service/TSA screening efforts at checkpoints outside Boston's FleetCenter.
Oversight
Currying Favor
Undecided voters have already made a tentative decision not to support the incumbent; the remaining decision is whether to vote for the main challenger.
Pay & Benefits
Senior executive corps to see base salary increases
Agencies must implement new performance evaluation systems for Senior Executive Service members.
Management
Lawmakers, analysts weigh new audit requirements for agencies
Sarbanes-Oxley standards for private companies would add a another layer for federal agencies, in response to corporate accounting scandals.
Tech
OPM opens USAJOBS Web site to competition
Agency wants bids by the end of August from firms interested in operating the official government employment portal.
Defense