Government Transformation
Next Generation Combat Vehicles Program Overview
July 10 by IDGA EditorIn this article we provide a key overview on the Next Generation Combat Vehicles Program and what's next when it comes to advancing the mobility, lethality, and protection of our Army's current fleet.
Cyber Security for Defense Military Snapshot
April 23 by IDGA StaffTake a look at the cyber experts who have already signed up to attend the upcoming Cyber Security for Defense event to discuss the ever-growing need to combat the intense rise of cyber attacks on th...
GWACs are the "mother" of all strategic sourcing vehicles
July 02 by Robert CoenHow do GWACs assist government agencies and streamline IT processes - what's the benefit here? GWACs (Government wide Acquisition Contracts) are task or delivery order contracts operated only by O...
Crisis at the Heart of Military Behavioral Healthcare
March 04 by Mike O'BrienThere can be absolutely no doubt that a decade of combat has exacted a terrible toll on the mental and physical well-being of many military personnel. Suicides in the services has hit a record hig...
Longer Lines at Airports as Spending Cuts Hit the TSA
March 04 by Mike O'BrienThe first visible signs of the sequester appeared on Monday as long lines formed at airport security checkpoints, with Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano warning of coming travels delay...
Sequester Friday: White House Meeting Ends With No Deal
February 28 by Mike O'BrienPresident Obama met with Congressional leaders at the White House on Friday but there was no last-minute compromise to avoid sequestration. Some observers even suggested the meeting was little mor...
‘Proud’ Leon Panetta’s Farewell Message to the Department of Defense
February 26 by Mike O'BrienIn his final day in the Pentagon, the outgoing Defense Secretary reflected on the achievements of the DoD during his time in office. Here, in full, is his memo to all personnel: "Tomorrow morni...
After his Bitter Confirmation Fight, the Real Nightmare Begins for Hagel
February 26 by Mike O'BrienHis nomination battle was hardly plain sailing, but now Chuck Hagel has been sworn in as the new Defense Secretary the real headaches begin for the decorated Vietnam War veteran. Mr. Hagel took t...
Illegal Immigrants Released Before Budget Cuts Kick in
February 25 by Mike O'BrienIllegal immigrants held in detention centers across the U.S. are being released to save money ahead of the looming mandatory budget cuts. Gillian Christensen, spokeswoman for the Immigration and C...
Give Veterans a Break, Michelle Obama Tells Governors
February 24 by Mike O'BrienMichelle Obama on Monday has urged governors to make it easier for servicemen and women to apply their skills to civilian jobs. During an event at the White House, the First Lady said states shoul...
Countering Transnational Organized Crime: The Fight Heats Up
February 24 by Mike O'BrienIn an age of growing religious extremism and increasing nuclear threats, transnational organized crime (TOC) remains one of the major long-term threats to worldwide stability. By undermining democ...
In Brief: Big Data Headaches, Haggling Over Hagel and Airmen have their Say
February 22 by Mike O'BrienData scientists are now the most highly sought after job for the military as the services struggle to keep up with information collected by unmanned vehicles and its sensors. Reggie Brothers, the...