Why AIA's policy initiatives matter to the rest of us

AIA President Marion Blakely presented a set of policy priorities that should draw support from a boarder swath of the business world than just aerospace companies.

Hackers hit OPM background investigations contractor

OPM is issuing warnings to nearly 50,000 people who might have had their personal data exposed because its contractor, KeyPoint Government Solutions, may have had their systems hacked.

Caelum Research wins $54.7M Army data contract

Caelum Research will support the Army Aberdeen Test Center's test and evaluation work under a $54.7 million contract.

Another incumbent takes a hit

Another incumbent has lost a decade-old contract after fighting through a recompete and then an unsuccessful bid protest. This time, it's SAIC, and the contract in question is worth $760 million.

Continuing lessons from the Vencore-InfoZen protest

Vencore and InfoZen are locked in a back-and-forth battle for a DHS contract, and their fight continues to offer insights into what's wrong with 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.

What the InfoZen-Vencore protest fight says about today's market

InfoZen and Vencore are battling for a $212 million TSA contract, but their conflict says as much about the conditions of today's market as it does about the specifics of their fight.

Are smartphone IDs a new opportunity?

The short answer is maybe. Iowa and MorphoTrust USA are working on a smartphone driver's license, but there are some security and authenticity issues to work out first.

Inside the latest high-energy M&A engine

Preferred Systems Solutions seemingly came out of nowhere to close three deals in nine months, but this overnight sensation has been years in the making.

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.

Death to the telegram and other procurement reform efforts

OFPP Administrator Anne Rung has put forth a three-pronged initiative to push for a more efficient and innovative procurement system, and killing proposals by telegram is on her list.

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.

What were 2014's biggest stories?

Bid protests, the budget and procurement delays were hot topics this year. We explore the most important trends that dominated the news in 2014.

Leidos eyes divestitures, layoffs

Leidos leadership discusses divestitures and hints of layoffs ahead as the company moves deeper into its turnaround.

Lockheed closes health IT acquisition

Lockheed Martin's acquisition of Systems Made Simple should position the company for more opportunities with the VA and other critical health IT customers.

Booz, ManTech lead group of DARPA contract winners

Four companies have won $96.9 million contracts with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to support its tactical technology office.

Georgia Tech picks up $44.5M sensor research contract

The Georgia Tech Applied Research Corp. has been picked to provide sensor research for the Air Force under a $44.5 million contract.

Lockheed gains a pair of F-35 support contracts

Lockheed Martin has won a pair of contracts worth more than $500 million to support aspects of its F-35 fighter jet.

6 secrets to understanding systems integrators

Systems integrators can be a critical gateway to the federal market. Our experts at the immixGroup Federal Sales Summit helped us crack the SI code on how to build strong partnerships.