IBM starts 2012 with software testing firm acquisition

The purchase will improve software application quality by using cloud computing technologies to test it prior to delivery.

Raytheon acquires a second cybersecurity company

With two cybersecurity buys in December, Raytheon is expanding its offerings.

ICF completes $100M purchase of web developer

The acquisition adds the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Veterans Affairs Department and the National Science Foundation, among others, as ICF customers.

ECS closes Paradigm deal

Acquisition builds professional services business and adds new government customers.

NIST plans $70M multi-award contract

The National Institute of Standards and Technology is seeking sources for a five-year contract for cybersecurity expertise and consultation. No RFP has been submitted yet.

Search fuels one small firm's dream of big data success

Splunk hangs future on search product that handles a multitude of tasks

3 market realities you can't ignore

Today's market offers risks and rewards for small and midsized businesses, but the challenges are in focus and execution, writes investment banker Christopher Taylor.

How one small business chipped away at the market and captured a $75M opportunity

LeapFrog Soutions builds off early success to land large marketing deal with FEMA; eyes growth in health IT.

NSP acquires Summit Solutions, names new CEO

National Security Partners' acquisition of Summit Solution expands its cybersecurity footprint.

IBM adds cloud analytics firm to Smarter Commerce initiative

Emptoris is the latest addition to IBM's effort to respond to shifting customer buying patterns.

TSC acquisition expands systems engineering chops

Addition of Alexandria, Va., company will add expertise in space systems engineering

L-3 to pay $210M for optics and sensors maker

Deal expands L-3's base in electro-optical/infrared market, a key strategic growth area for the company.

ICF makes $100M deal for Web developer

The purchase brings Ironworks’ federal clients, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Veterans Affairs Department.

GTSI fires HR VP as realignment efforts continue

Bridget Atkinson will continue to provide up to 50 hours a month of transitional consulting services to GTSI through February as company works on new business model.

IBM pays $440M for cloud analytics software maker

Purchase will add cloud-based price, promotion and other merchandising and marketing analytics result to IBM’s Smarter Commerce initiative.

5 steps you shouldn't miss when selling your company

If selling your company is your retirement plan, you'd better consider these five steps first.

BAE moves intell and security VP to SpecTal unit

Brian Sheridan will now lead the SpecTal business unit that BAE purchased earlier this year.

Catapult gains NLRB contract extension for IT services

The Bethesda, Md., small business will continue providing help desk, hardware and software, and other IT support to the national arbitration agency.

Thales buys Tampa firm to raise satellite comm sales

Tampa Microwave’s core capabilities include the design, development and manufacture of satellite communications terminals.

Raytheon acquisition expands its cybersecurity offerings

Pikewerks Corp. purchase will mean more solutions to counter sophisticated threats.