Math-based software drives better choices

Arlington, Va., small business adapts Cold War inspiration to create decision-making solution

Economic concerns and new political priorities force contractors to be proactive

A study addressing how to win federal business in lean economic times has a wealth of ideas designed to improve a company's ability to win contracts.

M&A activity among midtier companies likely to pick up

Gradual improvements in the nation's economy will produce an increasingly favorable environment in the coming months for mergers and acquisitions in the defense and government services markets.

General Dynamics snaps up Axsys Technologies

A General Dynamics unit will acquire Axsys Technologies Inc., a developer of electro-optical and infrared sensors and systems and surveillance and reconnaissance cameras, for $643 million.

Veritas deal hones in on security clearances

Veritas Capital buys a unit of Kroll Inc. to build a company focused on security-clearance investigations and employment screening services. By Nick Wakeman

Contractors see promising future as government hackers

The white hot business opportunity that cyber warfare presents has sparked a spirited competition among the largest government contractors.

A-T Solutions acquires intelligence business

A-T Solutions' acquisition of Accelligence broadens its national security offerings.

Qwest sale rumors resurface

Qwest Communications long-haul fiber network may or may not be for sale as Cogent Communications announces that it has withdrawn as a bidder.

Wyle makes another private equity deal

Wyle's current owner Littlejohn & Co. finds a buyer in Court Square Capital Partners, another private equity group.

Top 100 | The rise of the ANCs

Alaska Native Corporations continue to flex their ability to win government contracts.

Jim Allen named CFO at Global Strategies Group

Global Strategies Group of North America Inc. names Jim Allen executive vice president and chief financial officer.

USIS buys professional services firm Labat-Anderson

US Investigations Services has acquired Labat-Anderson, a professional services firm that provides litigation support and information systems to government agencies.

Top 100 | The Europeans are still coming

The U.S. is still a good place to buy for companies looking to expand their government footprint.

Opinion

Opinion: How to trust your instincts in a troubled economy

Industry executives and investors are reassessing their acquisition strategies in the face of severe economic distress and are walking away from potential deals involving companies with contract-transition barriers and undistinguished capabilities.

Bivio Networks acquires Italian data security firm

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House bills encourage GSA Multiple Award program use

The GSA Multiple Award Schedules program is often the first step for small business entering the federal contracting marketplace.

Senator takes closer look at Alaska Natives

The special set-aside status of Alaska Native Corporations raises questions as Congress and administration seek to end no-bid and sole-source contracts.

McAfee buys Solidcore

McAfee Inc. has acquired Solidcore Systems Inc. in an all-cash deal, The move that will expand its compliance capabilities and offer new business opportunities.

General Dynamics and Elbit Systems create UAS Dynamics

General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products and Elbit Systems of America have formed a new company named UAS Dynamics LLC, to provide unmanned aerial systems to the Defense Department.

"Fast 50" small business deadline imminent

If you are a fast growing small business in the government market, apply for the Fast 50 and let the world know about your success.