FirstNet for IT Application Developers
The need for a dedicated public safety network is getting bigger with the increased use of wireless devices.
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The Modern Government CIO
How can the vendor community help government CIOs embrace and act on the innovations that will lead to more successful outcomes? First, we have to help them execute on the key points that will create success, regardless of the service delivery model they choose
Federal Enterprise Architecture (FEA) and Performance
“Make It So” The Need to Link Federal Enterprise Architecture (FEA) to the Performance I believe that OMB Circular Number A-11, Part 6 entitled “Strategic Plans, Annual Performance Plans, Performance Reviews, and Annual Program Performance Reports” is a framework that can be refined and incorporated into the Performance Reference Model (PRM) and the Business ReferenceRead… Read more »
The 4 Envelopes: Deep Breath Before the Plunge
It will take unprecedented transparency in four interrelated areas together with new processes and executive sponsorship to bring down the “red flag” of digital federal wildfire danger. That will be the focus of my blogs over the next several weeks.
FirstNet 101
FirstNet has been obligated by Congress to take all actions necessary to ensure the building, deployment and operation of the nationwide public safety broadband network. Learn more here.
Doing Big Things With a Smaller IT Budget
Debbie Cotton, Chief Information Officer of the City of Phoenix, sat down with Emily Jarvis on GovLoop’s State and Local Spotlight to discuss how her team has handled the declining budget and delved into some of the projects they are currently working on.
How Federal Agencies Can Make Smart Decisions about New Technology
Government can reduce costs, ramp up productivity and meet constituent expectations by leveraging new technology. Start with a focus on solving problems and better serving citizens.
Data in a Flash – Storage Done Smart
Federal agencies are under great pressure to optimize infrastructure to better support mission performance and resilience. To do that, the engines that power information processing – the federal datacenters – need to leverage innovation to achieve speed, increase security, density and reduce power consumption.
Common Pitfalls to Cloud Migration — and How to Avoid Them
Three particular obstacles to cloud adoption and how to take the appropriate steps to address or avoid these pitfalls with your own agency’s cloud.
Why Digital Services Needs a Growth Team
I applaud the growth of digital services teams to help build modern digital solutions to core government problems. However, let’s not forget about getting distribution in the mix.