An Open Letter to Public Servants
The work will begin for a new administration but it continues for public servants. So we’ve compiled sage words for this moment and the journey ahead.
Policy
Updated: 8 Do’s and Don’ts For Discussing Politics With Coworkers
Sometimes, it’s impossible to resist discussing politics with colleagues. If you’re going to do so, use these eight do’s and don’ts.
USDS, OPM Test New Ideas for Improving Hiring Outcomes
U.S. Digital Service (USDS) and the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) have partnered to test hiring pilots. So far, agencies have positive feedback.
A New Normal Means New Security Trends
Even with the sudden shift of circumstance, security experts had already foreseen the eventual need for distributed, remotely applied security.
IT Asset Management Has High Stakes
The consequences of ineffective license management fall into three main categories: fiscal, security and operational.
Learning the Dance: Workforce Planning for Long-Term Remote Work
As work and home lives tango during COVID-19, employees are tuning their schedules to the remote work rhythm that best suits them.
4 Ways Cloud Makes the Best Platform for Disaster Recovery
The government has no shortage of data, and an increasing amount of it resides in the cloud, making a cloud-based solution that integrates and manages that data from the start optimal for DR.
6 Tips for Responding to Crisis
If the recent pandemic has taught government organizations anything, it’s that resiliency and crisis management always need to be top of mind.
The Essential Role of Location in Public Health Preparedness
We can all recognize that the role geography plays in executing an effective public health response is critical. Understanding how to apply location-based thinking enhances preparedness and response efforts.
Meet the Impending Federal Data Strategy Deadline: Tips to Ensure Upskilling Success
In order to meet the next set of deadlines, agencies must complete Action 4, which requires agencies to assess the coverage, quality, methods and effectiveness of current staff data literacy and data skills.