Management
Senate, White House Must Resolve Stalemate That Has Disabled Federal Employee Grievance Board
More than 2,000 work-related appeals have gone unanswered, undermining merit principles and agency performance.
Management
In Acquisition, Standing Still Is the Biggest Risk
Urgent mission needs demand innovative procurement tools; fortunately, agencies have options.
Management
Administration's Failure to Hire More Employees to Support Immigration System Meets Bipartisan Criticism
Customs and Border Protection and Justice Department face pressure from Congress to meet mandated hiring levels.
Management
Why Women Leaders Are Outperforming Men
In a knowledge economy, relationship excellence is especially critical to employee engagement, productivity and innovation.
Management
Women’s First NIH Grants Tend To Be $41K Less
First-time women principal investigator scientists receive considerably less funding from the National Institutes of Health than their male peers do, even at top research institutions, according to a new study.
Management
Defense Dominates Experiment in Streamlined Bidding for Innovation
Civilian agencies are missing an opportunity.
Management
Trump Mar-a-Lago Buddy Wrote Policy Pitch. The President Sent It to VA Chief.
A handwritten note to Trump, addressed “Dear King,” presents another instance of access and influence for Mar-a-Lago associates.
Management
Pay for Performance is the Only Choice
At this point, the General Schedule is an impediment to good government.
Management
VA Procurement and Security Clearance Processing Land on GAO’s High-Risk List
Hiring reform remains a key challenge and contributes to problems across government, the watchdog found.
Management
Agriculture Department Staff Given Marching Orders for Controversial Move
Despite legislated delay, research offices prepare to relocate most employees.
Management
What Did You Learn From Your Worst Boss Ever?
There are definitely “worst boss” behaviors that come up again and again that serve as a reference point for anyone who wants to be the best boss.
Management
House Democrats Ramp Up Pressure on White House Security Clearances
Justice Department is asked to investigate whether Trump interfered with Kushner’s case.
Oversight
Senator Takes on Budget, Pay and Hiring Reforms in Latest Version of Annual Waste Report
Lankford goes beyond the usual rundown of silly grants, suggesting ways to end shutdowns and save money through benefits changes.
Management
Most Stakeholders Say They're Optimistic About Trump’s New OPM Pick
Dale Cabaniss will be tasked with implementing controversial provisions of the Trump administration's government reorganization plan.
Management
Automation and the Future of Work
In a crowded Democratic field, South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg is homing in on automation of jobs as a key 2020 presidential issue.
Management
Trump Taps Former Labor Board Chairwoman to Lead OPM
Dale Cabaniss previously led the Federal Labor Relations Authority and spent more than 20 years overseeing civil service issues in the Senate.
Management
FLRA Plan to Review Arbitration Standards Alarms Unions
An announcement that the agency will revisit long-held precedent could mark another pro-management effort by the Trump administration.
Management
The House’s Latest Move Could Be a Big Threat to Trump’s Presidency
A sweeping new probe launched by the House Judiciary Committee could be the most revealing yet about the president’s alleged misconduct.
Management
Lawmakers Look to Crack Down on Federal Employee Travel
Members of both parties seek to make government travel more transparent and ethical.
Management