SAIC founder dies at age 90
J. Robert Beyster, one of the pillars of the government contracting industry, died Monday at his home at the age of 90. He leaves a legacy built on a belief in employee ownership and entrepreneurship and a dedication to technological advancement.
WT takes a holiday break
We're closing operations for a few days over Christmas and New Year's weekends. But we'll be back in January, ready to explore the issues and challenges facing government contractors in today's market.
Contractors face hiring crunch
The government's lack of young workers might get all the attention, but contractors face their own human capital crisis.
Who are your giants?
We've all had bosses, managers or mentors who helped shape our careers. We invite you to share the stories and the lessons that the important leaders in the market have taught us.
Earle Williams and the lessons legends teach
The Northern Virginia Tech Council honored several companies and executives for their accomplishments but the podium also provided a reminder that the legends of the industry are still worth listening to.
Carter's nomination gets mostly warm reception
President Obama's nomination of Ashton Carter as secretary of Defense has received positive reviews but his confirmation hearing might be rocky, and the road ahead will have plenty of challenges.
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Engility CEO makes the case for transparency
As the market undergoes several fundamental shifts, Engility CEO Anthony Smeraglinolo describes the need for budget transparency and partnership as keys to success for both government and industry.
Contractor 'community' shines at 2014 GovCon awards
The concept of community was front and center at the 2014 Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards as large and small businesses delivered messages of cooperation and collaboration.
Opinion
Women technologists: Don't ask for permission
Women leaders are still the minority in the world technology, but their success lies in embracing technical roles, ignoring stereotypes and promoting one another.
Devastated BD operations open opportunity for new business
As business development shops were gutted across the marketplace, Eric Adolphe saw an opportunity for an online market that melds dating site features with security as a way to connect freelance consultants and potential employers.
Opinion
Do you know how to leverage your star power?
How becoming a highly skilled -- and visible -- expert can drive growth for your company and your career.
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How many social media networks does a small business need?
Large and medium-sized businesses use a plethora of social media platforms to reach customers, partners and potential employees, but for small business and their limited resources, LinkedIn might be their best single choice, according to marketing guru Mark Amtower.
My father's greatest lesson
My father's recent death brought home a great lesson he had been teaching me his entire life, and it is one that in these challenging times, we can all benefit from.
Beyster outlines what went wrong with SAIC's employee-ownership model
Robert Beyster, founder of SAIC, has updated his book, the SAIC Solution, and explores what went wrong at the end of his 34-year leadership run, and how he should have saved the company's employee-ownership model.
The tarring of John Koskinen
John Koskinen, the hero of the Y2K threat, is now the commissioner of the IRS and is being grilled for alleged actions under his predecessor. The worst of our current political climate is on display.
Booz accuses Deloitte of illegally recruiting employees
Booz Allen Hamilton is claiming that Deloitte Consulting used stolen information to try to hire a team of employees and to target their customers.
Obama's former national security advisor offers lesson on risk, Snowden and the hunt for Bin Laden
Former National Security Advisor Tom Donilon offers insights from his years working in the Obama White House, including the capture of Osama Bin Laden, the fallout from Edward Snowden and how you need to consider opportunities along with risk.
Opinion
Good leaders don't forget about community
Companies succeed, fail or muddle along as a team of people, not as a resource pool waiting for wisdom from the top. How do you lead your organization?
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