Shifting left on day one
An IT modernization bill currently moving in Congress would be improved by a focus on building security into software from the very start of the development lifecycle.
The DHS Procurement Innovation Lab is still busy
Steve Kelman looks at how advisory downselects pioneered helped speed up a key FEMA acquisition – and how other agencies can benefit.
Loving guns, hating the government
In the wake of recent mass shootings, Steve Kelman explores the reasons why some are resistant to assault weapons bans and how it may stem from an aversion to the federal government.
Enhancing the FITARA scorecard
Opportunities exist to enhance the FITARA scorecard to ensure its continued relevance and to keep pace with technology changes.
How existing policy can help fill the cyber workforce gap
There's still time to retool the Cyber Talent Management System at DHS to create a cadre of cyber specialists to fill key roles at federal civilian agencies.
Why are there so many tributes to Ash Carter on my Facebook page?
Steve Kelman considers the impact of a colleague.
A national digital strategy for transforming government
It’s time to rethink the focus on customer experience to reimagine government operations from the ground up
Quantity vs. quality in cyber legislation
Congress has a problem of too many cooks in the cybersecurity kitchen.
The future of federal telework demands secure remote access
It's now clear that the shift to remote work wasn't merely an outgrowth of the pandemic, but a significant and permanent change to how our federal government functions, and network security strategies must pivot to accommodate the change.
My COVID – and a thank you to our scientists and our government
Steve Kelman says he owes a debt of gratitude for a relatively mild encounter with the coronavirus.
Improving federal CX requires a shift toward automation
Automation must be at the forefront of IT modernization efforts if the federal government is to succeed in improving public service delivery, customer service and employee onboarding.
Signs that 'faceless bureaucrats' helped mitigate the impact of Hurricane Ian
A look at cities and towns in the path of Hurricane Ian that escaped devastation points to the value of modern building codes – and the officials behind their implementation.
Avoiding 'change overload' for the federal workforce
Federal agencies need to consider the emotional reactions their employees are likely to have when told that organizational change, business process change or systems modernization is on the way.
The clock is ticking on zero trust
Federal agencies have wasted little time getting to work to meet the end of fiscal year 2024 deadline but there’s still lots of work left to do.
A U.S diplomatic organization that works
How a short video speaks volumes about current U.S. approaches to diplomacy in China.
Moderates of the world, unite!
The time may have come for normally reserved political centrists to raise their voices.
Cyber is a team sport–here's how the public and private sectors can play together
Cybersecurity is constantly evolving and it's often difficult for leaders to keep up with an evolving cyber threat landscape.
Improving CX through consistency
It only takes one bad interaction to sink an agency's brand and one good experience to establish a supporter.
Coding it Forward fellows share their stories
Two college students planning careers in tech told Steve Kelman why they chose to prioritize government service.
How federal agencies can integrate artificial intelligence into records management
COMMENTARY | Agencies need to factor newer forms of digital records—like those Zoom meeting recordings—into their records management plans.
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