GSA considers adding cloud services to Schedule 70

The General Services Administration might create a new single category for cloud computing services on IT Schedule 70, but it wants some feedback first.

Cray wins next gen nuclear supercomputing work

Cray Inc. wins $174 million contract to provide a supercomputer to the agency in charge of security the U.S. nuclear stockpile.

Raytheon gets second shot at border security contract

GAO has given Raytheon a second chance to win the Integrated Fixed Tower contract won by EFW Inc. in February after finding flaws with DHS' evaluation process.

6 win $300M armament research contract

Six companies, including several from the 2014 Top 100, have won spots on a $300 million contract for research and engineering support to improve Army armament systems.

Don't forget the hidden powers of marketing

A lot of important functions fall under the umbrella of marketing so don't forget the important role it plays in brand management.

Jacobs wins $18.3M sole source Air Force contract

Jacobs Technology Inc. has won an $18.3 million sole-source contract to provide the Air Force with engineering and technology support services.

Army fast tracks biometric intell lab

The Army wants to establish a systems integration lab to improve biometric intelligence and contractors have just five days to respond to the sources sought notice.

What the World Cup teaches us

The last month has been full of great sports stories, none more spectacular than the World Cup. Here are a few business lessons the world of futbol can teach us.

GD adds WIN-T capabilities, brings hope to Afghan doctor far from home

My doctor is from Afghanistan and a recent conversation with him made General Dynamics' announcement that it has expanded some WIN-T capabilities a little more poignant in my book.

TOP 100: Raytheon broadens tech offerings as market shifts

Raytheon Co. has reorganized and streamlined to be more efficient at the same it has broadened its technology offerings in areas such as missile defense and cybersecurity.

ASRC Federal wins $88M supercomputing support contract

ASRC Federal InuTech has won an $88 million contract to support the Army Corps of Engineers supercomputing needs in Huntsville, Ala.

Leidos, Booz fight against L-3 intelligence award

Leidos and Booz Allen Hamilton have filed protests over a task order award to L-3 Communications under the $5.6 billion Solutions for Intelligence Analysis II. Are more protests on the way?

Army plans $250M contract for intelligence support

The Army has released a draft solicitation for a $250 million multiple award contract for companies to provide intelligence support services and help the Army better identify terrorist networks.

Opinion

How client engagement is the new model for revenue growth

Business development expert Bill Scheessele explains how important an efficient client engagement process to driving new revenue opportunities. Flying by the seat of your pants is not tip number 1.

TOP 100: L-3 sees more acquisitions as key to growth

L-3 Communications is using mergers and acquisitions as a tool to position the company for growth opportunities around big data, cyber and sensors with civilian, defense and intelligence customers.

Serco wins California parking enforcement contract

Serco has won a new $25 million contract for parking enforcement activities in the city of Inglewood, Calif.

DISA wants more info on mobility of the future

The Defense Information Systems Agency has released more details on what challenges it is looking to meet as it brings more mobility technology online.

Defense agency needs rapid analytics for financial management

Defense Security Cooperation Agency needs contractor support for rapid data analytics for budgetary and management duties.

Lockheed wins Iraqi air defense work

Lockheed Martin will take on logistics support for the Iraqi Integrated Air Defense System under an $11.6 million foreign military sales contract.

TOP 100: Leidos takes deliberate approach facing market turbulence

The government shutdown greeted Leidos' emergence as a new entity and the company still sees choppy times ahead. Its response? Stay disciplined and focus on self-improvement.