DC region makes strong showing in Amazon 'HQ2' sweepstakes

The Washington D.C. area's strong showing in Amazon's quest for a second headquarters location comes down to infrastructure and talent. But you can't ignore the importance of the federal market.

Risk and fraud concerns drive new RFI from DHS

DHS' Citizens and Immigration Services agency is looking for feedback on addressing risk, fraud and security in DevOps services.

Opinion

5 steps to stand out from the crowd in 2018

Standing out from the crowd just doesn't happen. It takes planning and effort. Here's how to get started.

Hope fades for long-term budget fix

The hope for any kind of 2018 appropriations has faded but can another continuing resolution pass by Friday's deadline?

The new era of cyber compliance requirements

Our first webcast of the year will feature a team of experts offering advice and insights on the new cyber compliance requirements contractors need to meet.

New details show evolution of massive DOD cloud initiative

In a new memo, the Defense Department offers some hope for cloud service providers looking for a more open competition for a cloud initiative that could be worth billions.

Behind the curtain: A look at the government's hidden market

Along with the rise of multiple award contracts, the government has seen the growth of a huge, lucrative market that is largely hidden from view.

GSA starts effort for more online buying

GSA has begun meeting with industry as starts planning for an ecommerce portal to make it easier for feds to buy products online.

New 'GovCon Incubator' seeks to help small firms make leap

Small businesses have another tool at their disposal for a path to growth through the new "GovCon Incubator" training initiative.

What's your outlook for 2018?

We have launched the research phase of our next WT Insider Report to explore the industry's outlook for 2018 on items like growth prospects, hot technologies and industry confidence.

Opinion

Pros and cons of 2018's most disruptive technologies

2018 will see an acceleration in the use of several emerging technologies. Here are some critical factors you need to understand about each.

Raytheon, Department 13 form anti-drone tech partnership

Raytheon and counter-drone technology maker Department 13 form a marketing and development partnership.

Air Force schedules industry day for FY 2018, 2019 opportunities

The Air Force has scheduled an industry day for Feb. 12 in Washington, D.C. to talk fiscal year 2018 and 2019 opportunities.

Ellen Lord out as leader of DOD JEDI steering committee

Ellen Lord will no longer chair the Cloud Executive Steering Group overseeing DOD's multi-billion dollar cloud initiative known as JEDI.

DOD looking for ways to improve transportation data

The U.S. Transportation Command is exploring whether a small business can meet its transportation automation and information needs.

Is now the time for blockchain?

The hype around blockchain has far outstripped the application of the technology in the government but you should expect an uptick in the coming months.

WT plans more market insights for 2018

Washington Technology is planning a full slate of special reports, webcasts, Insider Reports and even a podcast as we work to bring more value and greater insights to you in 2018.

DARPA makes $850M services contract open for bids

DARPA unveils the solicitation for a five-year, $850 million contract to acquire professional and technical services.

Another year of change in the cards for 2018

Approaching one full year into the Trump administration and things are still a bit bumpy. But no matter who is in the White House, the contractor community should expect more changes in the year ahead.

Congress passes 3-week funding bill

With the clock running out on government funding, the House and the Senate passed a bill to keep agencies open over the holidays.