Management
The Myth of Multitasking
Trying to tackle that pile of work all at once could be slowing you down.
Management
Does Consolidating Programs Pay Off?
Reorganizations are resource-intensive and require bold action and carefully crafted integration processes.
Management
Out in the Open
Public participation can make a difference in the cleanup of toxic nuclear sites.
Management
Recruitment Wars
Agencies are competing against each other for top talent. Use telework to give your agency an edge.
Management
Doing What Works
Agencies that monitor progress regularly show the biggest gains in efficiency.
Management
Cracking the Whip
Managers often lack the training to discipline bad actors on their staffs.
Management
Managing for Savings
Agencies have economized by as much as 30 percent in their budgets by implementing program management best practices.
Management
Metrics That Matter
Recommended changes to the performance management system should balance strategy with reality.
Management
Breaking Language Barriers
The National Security Education Program is filling a critical need for employees with foreign language skills.
Management
Beyond the Budget
Senior executives can inspire innovation, even under fiscal constraints.
Management
Diamonds in the Rough
By identifying and grooming top talent, managers can play an important role in encouraging the next generation of leaders.
Management
Maintaining Morale
Even if there's no government shutdown, agencies should focus on three things.
Management
Red Tape Reviews
Scrapping an old rule for each new one added could ease the regulatory burden.
Management
Allegations of judicial interference roil HUD office
Administrative law judges at the department claim office director picked which cases each judge should take.
Management
Collaborating in the Cloud
Software developers share resources online to speed systems to the warfighter.
Management
Publishing contracts online? Not so fast
Administration withdraws proposal that would have directed agencies to post copies of contracts online.
Management