The agency's efforts to increase participation and improve approach are paying off.

USDA's Telework Movement Reaps Major Dividends

Most federal employees are not satisfied with their agencies' telework programs. The USDA, however, has an exemplary approach to telework for other agencies to model.

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In emergency management, data sharing and communication are essential components to success, and ultimately help save lives.

Fairfax County Emergency-Management Efforts Reduce Response Time by 50 Percent

The Fairfax County government was recently honored with a National Information Exchange Model "Best of NIEM" Award from the federal Department of Homeland Security.

The agency's efforts are commended and provide a great example for others to model.

Department of Justice's Process Improvement Efforts Produce $130 Million in Cost Savings

In an effort to streamline operations and reduce spending, the United States Department of Justice implemented several measures to ensure cost efficiency in 2011.

The veterans involved in this program not only fought for our country, but continue to ensure that those just coming out of battle have the counseling they need.

Wounded Warrior Mentor Program Among Inc. Magazine's "7 Innovative Military Startups"

The program aims is to fill a gap at military facilities by providing one-on-one support for those wounded in combat.

CSC was awarded with a Best-Practice Partner Award from APQC for "Engagement and Participation for Knowledge Sharing and Collaboration."

APQC Grants CSC a Best-Practice Partner Award for Knowledge Management

The organization chose CSC as one of six companies selected as a Best-Practices Partner based on knowledge management, strategy and infrastructure, practices, measurement and impact.


The office achieved this fundamental shift by implementing mobile and Web-enabled technologies available at a low cost.

State Department's eDiplomacy Initiative Enables Diplomats to Share Vital Information

In a post-9/11 world, the department was tasked with shifting to need-to-share protocols.

Pfizer is taking analytics to a whole new level and, as a result, is able to better understand the effectiveness of business strategies.

Leveraging Analytics: Tablet PCs and Click-Stream Data Help Pfizer Track Its Strategy

Data-gathering practices help detect patterns early and quickly adjust strategy to meet the needs of customers and the competitive environment.

Using a matrix of hexagonal pixels that can quickly change temperature, this new technology can make even moving vehicles effectively invisible.

BAE Systems 'Invisibility Cloak' Effectively Hides Vehicles from View in Infrared Spectrum

The groundbreaking system is indicative of BAE Systems' innovative technological advancements in defense.

The completion of this project ahead of deadline and under budget is a testament to Duke Realty's cooperative and organized efforts.

Duke Realty Ahead of Schedule, Under Budget on New DoD Administrative Office Complex

The office complex resulted from the Base Closure and Realignment Commission's (BRAC) recommendation to relocate DoD personnel.

Preparation and speed ahead of Hurricane Irene helped FEMA prove that it has significantly improved operations since Hurricane Katrina.

FEMA Focuses on Preparation, Speed to Improve Operations

In advance of Hurricane Irene, the agency communicated with state officials to help them prepare for what could be needed after the storm.

Pivotal Plays are game-changing decisions combined with drive and execution. They turn challenges into winning results. Strategy, timing, teamwork, and skill are some of the keys to Pivotal Plays in sports. Now it's time to celebrate Pivotal Plays in business and government.

Improved IT Governance HelpsTrio of Agencies Reduce Duplication
By improving governance processes to reduce numerous duplicative technology systems, the departments of Defense (DoD), Energy (DOE), and Homeland Security (DHS) are finding new solutions and recognizing major results. ...
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Business Intelligence Software Boosts Maryland's Interagency Collaboration
The Law Enforcement Dashboard, a new shared servicesbusiness intelligence (BI) platform in Maryland, is providing public safety agencies with access to real-time criminal justice data...
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Energy Department Teams With Public Sector for Electric Grid Cybersecurity Initiative
Aligning with the Obama administration's efforts to enhance the national electrical grid's security and reliability, the Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced an initiative to partner with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to better protect the U.S. electric...
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Telework Proving Its Value at Patent and Trademark Office
According to a recent Office of Inspector General (OIG) report, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) employees who participate in the agency's telework arrangement are able to process more patents and are also less expensive to employ...
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Marines Test Amphibious Network that Enables Data Sharing from 250 Miles Away
In February, a military exercise dubbed "Bold Alligator" was conducted by the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps (USMC) to test their ability to storm a beach from sea. The coordinated wargame, conducted off the coast of Virginia, tested...
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In Michigan, Big Data Yields Big Results
The state of Michigan is experiencing savings of $1 million each business day, thanks to big data. A data-sharing initiative has been in the works since 1996, when several state CIOs began discussing how different departments could benefit from linking siloed data. In the first year...
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With Data at Their Fingertips, Army Action Officers Make Better-Informed Decisions
Since 2005, the Army has been working to find better ways to assembleinformation from different data sources. Determining the force readiness of a division, brigade, or battalion used to take 30 to 50 Army action officers several days...
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