Wondering how can government be a better buyer 2012? Congratulations – you’ve come to the right place. The GovLoop Acquisition Sub-Community is dedicated to connecting you with the people and resources to help you do your job better in the acquisition world. Share – First, we want to encourage you to use it as yourRead… Read more »
Wondering how can government improve communications and citizen engagement? Congratulations – you’ve come to the right place. The GovLoop Communications Sub-Community is dedicated to connecting you with the people and resources to rethink technology in government. Share – First, we want to encourage you to use it as your starting point for asking questions orRead… Read more »
You would have to be “Rip Van Winkle” to not realize that the Federal Budget deficit is at the top of the list of issues facing our nation. Certainly, we see and hear about it on almost a daily basis in the media. However, we are also seeing the effect in our work places. AgenciesRead… Read more »
Infrastructure NSW, overseeing plans to redevelop Darling Harbour Convention Centre, has signaled an interest in proposals without the Sydney Monorail. Original post
The Maryland Transit Administration has begun managing the Rate Your Ride program, which allows transit riders to give instant feedback on their trip. Original post
The Northern Virginia Regional Commission is testing a carpool program that targets commuters working at military installations along the I-95/395 corridor. Original post
DC Area Librarians: LLSCC’s Federal Law Librarians SIS is having a brown bag lunch program: LexisNexis Update with Marie Kaddell. Here’s the notice with all the information: Program Description: Marie Kaddell will provide an update on LexisNexis, including a look at the new LexisNexis Advance and LexisNexis ebooks. Bring your lunch and learn about newRead… Read more »
DC/SLA has some great programming in place in January. Here’s a quick rundown… DC/SLA Members in Transition Description: First 2012 meeting of the DC/SLA Members in Transition group for members who are in a job or career transition and would like some additional support. The group meets on a regular basis to network, exchange jobRead… Read more »
Thanks to author, Bruce Rosenstein, for this thoughtful and practical guest post on how to start your year off right by simply making a list. Read on… As we begin 2012, many of us will be looking for new ways to organize and improve our life. One reason that taking advantage of a new beginningRead… Read more »
This piece is cross-posted from the Toronto Star’s Op-Ed Page. This week the “ethical oil” argument adopted by the federal government took an interesting twist. While billions from China pour into Canada to develop the oilsands and fund the construction of the Northern Gateway pipeline, on Monday the government announced its desire to revise theRead… Read more »