Army wants to bolster management of unclassified, classified networks

The Army is developing a new contract to modernize how it manages unclassified and classified networks in the U.S. and globally.

Contract troubles? Look at your client engagement skills

One executive has called 10-15 percent of contracts are "problematic" and the most common reason is poor relationship with the program manager. Our June 7 course on "Mastering Stakeholder Engagement" will teach you the skills to make that relationship stronger and more fruitful.

DOD expects DEOS award this summer

The Defense Department says it will pick a winner of the $8.2 billion Defense Enterprise Office Solutions procurement this summer, with integration and initial testing planned for the fall.

Leidos wants to be at the nexus of digital transformation

Acquisitions are only part of the story for Leidos, which sees the bigger narrative of digital transformation as what will drive the federal market going forward.

Unmanned systems head to sea and opportunities follow

The Navy is investing more in unmanned systems and industry is looking for opportunities and ways to overcome some vexing technical challenges.

Opinion

How to find the best PMs in today's tight labor market

Finding the best program and project managers in today's tight labor markets means thinking a little differently...and getting the right training.

Don't miss this chance to supercharge your skills

Engaging with your customers is a critical skill and Washington Technology is here to help you take those skills to the next level. Attend our WT Power Training session on June 7 and learn how we can help.

Air Force eyes crowd sourcing to power data analysis

The Air Force wants to add the power of crowd sourcing to how it analyzes data around test and training missions.

DOD wants to release its software blacklist

The Defense Department is working with Congress to find a way for DOD to let its defense contractors to see its list of restricted vendors.

Top Leidos exec leads WT M&A event

Our May 31 Power Breakfast includes executives from leading government contractors like Randy Phillips, the senior vice president in charge of Leidos' M&A strategy.

Army move to OASIS freezes out incumbents

The Army is moving a $500 million small business contract for missile defense support to OASIS but the incumbents likely won't be able to follow.

Hitachi Vantara Federal launches broad as-a-service offering

Hitachi Vantara Federal will now sell its various data storage and management offerings as-a-service in another sign that the market is rapidly adopting commercial-like ways of doing business.

Oracle ramps up fight against JEDI contract

Oracle has doubled down on its allegations that the Defense Department isn't properly managing the $10 billion JEDI cloud procurement and has a conflict of interest with Amazon Web Services.

Army looks for help to manage multiple domains and targets

As warfighter domains expand and evolve, the Army sees a need for new ways to manage and coordinating targeting.

Learn the skills to better engage your customers

Engaging with your customers is a critical skill that program and project managers need to master. Attend our WT Power Training session on June 7 and learn how.

GSA developing cloud-based email contract

GSA is developing a cloud email and enterprise services contract inspired by DISA's single-award DEOS vehicle.

Opinion

The best program managers build relationships, not just meet deadlines

In today's competitive market, program and project managers must do more than manage requirements and complete jobs on time and on budget. They have to nurture and grow relationships with their clients.

How SAP NS2 aims to help agencies handle big data

The CEO of SAP's "NS2" subsidiary sees one problem as a common thread across all agencies: too much data and needing more tools to manage it all.

Oracle eyes helping agencies make Linux switch

Oracle has a new public sector practice solely focused on servicing and supporting Linux operating systems and it's got its sights set on Red Hat, the market leader.

NASA putting $400M small business contract up for grabs

An industry day is rapidly approaching for a nearly $400 million NASA small business contract that will support human spaceflight.