Snowden scandal sparks internal reviews

The Edward Snowden scandal has contractors looking internally and reviewing their security processes. What critical areas should you be taking a look at?

Expert advice: Prepare now for your next crisis

The market seems to get rocked every few months with some sort of scandal or other unwanted publicity. Our panel of experts offer their advice on how to prepare for and respond to your next crisis.

Are you hot enough for a NVTC Hot Ticket?

The Northern Virginia Technology Council named its slate of winners of its annual Hot Tickets Awards.

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Snowden case launches open season on contractors

Washington turns the Edward Snowden scandal into another opportunity to attack contractors instead of entering a serious debate about national security policy.

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Don't skimp on your knowledge base

Careers today will stretch out over decades and no matter how young or how old, cultivating a broad knowledge-base is critical to fruitful path forward.

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Is management to blame when projects fail?

Projects that falter usually have a common root cause - a failure of management. Do you know the four critical elements that all good managers must juggle?

Is there a silver lining for Booz Allen?

As damaging as the NSA leaker has been to his former employer Booz Allen Hamilton, how the company responds will be the difference between a momentary embarrassment and a long-term liability.

Contractor convicted of spying on former company

Robert Edwin Steele was convicted of tapping into the computer systems of his former employer and stealing proprietary documents that could help his new company win contracts.

Is HR your hidden strategic asset?

Human resources is rising to the executive suite at many companies as HR professionals take a more strategic and business-oriented view of their role. It's a lesson for anyone who wants their company to succeed.

Insights from our top stories of the month

Whether it's insights from a top executive, or news on the latest contract awards, what you read on our site says much about what worries and intrigues you have, and what you want to learn more about.

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5 ways to kill bad morale

Tough economic times create plenty of uncertainty. Here are five ways to fight the rumormongers and morale killers and it all startsand ends with communications.

USO's night of triumph and tribute

The USO's annual awards dinner is a great reminder of the sacrifices and heroism of the military service members, and the families that support them.

Fallen contractor honored with Defense of Freedom medal

Santa Gracia Ramirez, an employee of Pacific Architects and Engineers, was killed by a suicide bomber while training Afghan correction officials as part of a State Department contract.

Fallen DynCorp employees honored with Defense of Freedom medals

State and Defense departments step up efforts to recognize contractors who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Who is the mayor of Summit Point, W.Va.?

A frequent commenter on the Business Beat blog gets a shout-out from Editor Nick Wakeman for his insights and perspective, even though his real identity is unknown.

Golf tournament to honor Joe Caggiano

The Coalition for Government Procurement will rename its annual golf tournament to honor Joe Caggiano, and to raise funds for wounded veterans.

Maximus' two-step to success

Richard Montoni and Maximus made two critical moves in 2006 that, six years later, are paying off in growth and success. Do you have the focus to pull it off too?

Remembering Joe Caggiano

The government market loses a popular and respected leader with the death of Joe Caggiano.

What Duke vs. Kentucky teaches us about government contracting

Sure it was just a game, but Duke vs. Kentucky illustrated two distinct philosophies about building your team, pitting the long-term view against short-term gain.

Who are the top innovators in the government market?

CTOs from CSC and KoreFederal win top honors for innovations and contributions they've brought to their customers and companies.