April 18, 2024

TPP Panel: Early Collaboration Key to Program Success

Experts promote a more integrated evaluation framework to make transition from developmental testing to operational testing more effective.

U.S. House Reps Seek Protection for DoD Budget

Several efforts under way to soften sequester impact on Defense spending.

Marines Approach Libya; Pax Holds Remembrance

As the anniversary of 9/11 approaches the US takes precautions across the globe and schedules remembrances at home.

Acquisitions Chief Sees Leaner 2014 for Contractors

Looking to shield some programs and seeking R&D sources overseas, the Pentagon is struggling to adapt to disproportionate sequestration hits in FY2014.

Rep. Hoyer Welcomes Reduced Furlough, More to Do

While the end of furlough brings good news, Congressman Steny Hoyer continues to fight sequestration as a whole.

For Quick Results, DoD Could ‘BRAC’ Two Commands

With the president scolding Republican hawks for holding up military needs by continuing sequestration, the Pentagon evaluates drastic budget cuts in DoD, such as eliminating two commands and 5,000 jobs.

Hoyer Meets With DOD Employees at Indian Head

As federal employees are feeling the pinch of sequestration, Mr. Hoyer continues to campaign against the policy.

Strategic Choices for DoD Are All Bad

Sen. Chuck Hagel

None of the three budget scenarios in the wide sweeping review reach the savings target set for the Pentagon, says Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel.

Sequestration a Waiting Game for Contractors

Waiting for awards and RFPs during sequestration is like the last month of pregnancy; delivery is coming, but it doesn’t feel soon enough. No waiting for a Senate subcommittee, which ignored sequestration when marking up the FY14 DoD budget.

Furlough Days Could Be Reduced to Five

Pentagon

Pentagon officials search for other budget savings to reduce the number of furlough days. The loss of a full workforce on both Mondays and Fridays is harming productivity.