Bin Laden's encrpyted data may be unreadable

One expert says good encryption could keep Osama bin Laden's data unreadable, but others say the Navy SEALs were prepared for extraction.

Cisco launches reorg

Networking company makes changes to fix poor performance.

Contractors identify yourself; it's the rule

Defense Department officials changed the department's regulations to require service contractors to identify themselves as a contractor, whether in person or in a letter.

DOD pushes contractors into a pricing war

With a new emphasis on pricing and profits, DOD will make it more difficult for contractors to innovate.

Can VA spend $500M on new contracts in five months?

The clock is ticking for the VA as it tries to roll out the contracts needed to reach the next milestones on 16 major initiatives.

BRAC business helps boost NCI's first-quarter numbers

NCI Information Systems Inc. reported first-quarter 2011 revenue of $150.2 million, all organic, an increase of 31 percent over first-quarter 2010 revenue of $115.0 million, primarily due to growth in the Base Realignment and Closure contracts.

Harris promotes health care unit VP to president

Jim Traficant, previously vice president and general manager of Harris Corp.’s Healthcare Solutions, has been promoted to president of the business unit.

Organic growth, awards drive CACI’s record third quarter

CACI International Inc. racked up a record third-quarter fiscal 2011 with revenue of $913.4 million, an increase of 16.5 percent from the third quarter a year ago. Operating income grew 30.6 percent over the prior year period to a record $61.8 million.

Carahsoft outfits DOD with cloud-management services

Carahsoft Technology Corp. has won a Defense Department blanket purchase agreement to provide CollabNet cloud software and consulting services and solutions that could be worth as much as $29 million.

M&A players beware. DOD is watching.

The rapid pace of mergers and acquisitions among defense contractors is forcing DOD officials to closely monitor the activity. What are they afraid of?

Osama bin Laden and Public Service Recognition Week

Unfortunately, many people do not realize that government employees are responsible for tracking down bin Laden, writes blogger Steve Kelman.

Federal CIOs predict more contractors in cybersecurity, enterprise architectures

TechAmerica and Grant Thornton released their 21st annual survey of federal CIOS showing anticipated hiring trends for contractors and federal staff, among others.

MCR brings management services to NATO agency

MCR LLC, a provider of program management services to the federal government and allied nations, has been awarded a three-year NATO contract worth an estimated $8.8 million for program management and acquisition support services.

Orbital Sciences president, COO resigns

James Thompson resigns at Orbital Sciences Corp. after 20 years at the company.

Former Stanley CEO joins Pragmatics board

With the addition of former Stanley chairman, president and CEO Philip Nolan to its advisory board, Pragmatics has begun laying the foundation for an eventual initial public offering.

The IT lessons of 50 years of space flight

May 5 marks the 50th anniversary of Alan Shepard's flight as the first American in space. IBMer Art Cohen was part of the team that tracked him across the sky. He shares his story with Editor Nick Wakeman.

Is the digital leash a blessing or a curse?

Without a doubt, smart phones have dramatically changed the workplace. But has it been for the better?

What technologies are critical to your company's success?

It's critical for government contractors to stay ahead of the technology curve. Leading CTOs share their insights on the next big thing.

Inside the early success of GSA's mentor-protégé program

Tony Eiland leads what he refers to as a "meat-and-potatoes" program at GSA that helps to hook up small companies with more experienced ones.

Why breaking rank is sometimes a good thing

Office of Personnel Management Director John Berry recounts how one employee saved the day by ignoring agency protocol.