Market research company Input has released a report identifying cloud computing and geospatial technologies as two technology trends that are set to transform the federal government. In the same vein, last year Federal CIO Vivek Kundra announced the launch of Apps.gov, a GSA-operated Web site that government agencies can use to both install and purchase [...]
Rugged technologies play an important role for mobile government workers, and these technologies are in a constant state of evolution. Staying informed of the latest advancements is important to maintain efficiencies, and Federal Computer Week’s “Rugged IT Snapshot” makes this information readily available. The five articles included are infused with valuable industry insight and accounts [...]
Federal CIO Vivek Kundra recently announced the launch of Apps.gov, a GSA-operated Web site that government agencies can use to both install and purchase cloud computing applications. Apps.gov features a multitude of applications designed to help government employees work more productively online.
The current issue of Government Computer News features a detailed GCN Lab review of the Panasonic Toughbook 30, as part of a broader roundup of eight rugged devices. It’s the second time GCN has reviewed the 30 this year, and the results were consistent. “After steam baths, freezing, cooking, vibration and shock, there wasn’t even [...]
On Sept. 14-16, soldiers from around the country will gather at IDGA’s 2nd Annual Heavy Vehicles Summit to explore the latest advancements in heavy vehicle technology. Before the summit begins, I would encourage them (as well as anyone in the military) to watch this Webcast discussing a key component of today’s heavy vehicles: mobile computers. [...]
If you actually take the time to read the entire MIL-STD-810F standards document (commonly shortened to Mil-Spec), you will probably find it difficult to stay awake, much less decipher how it applies to specific products. It’s no wonder then, that there is a lot of confusion as to how these standards should be considered when [...]
The current issue of Government Computer News features an in-depth review of the latest Toughbook® 30 model, by Lab Director John Breeden. It provides an excellent summary of how the latest upgra des, such as a brighter screen with anti-glare and anti-reflective coatings, support government users who require a notebook that will operate under any [...]
Government employees utilize a large number of technologies these days, many of which have rugged features. Despite this trend, there are few reports providing key insights and updates on what’s happening with rugged technology in the public sector. In an effort to address this issue, Panasonic has sponsored Government Computer News’ latest Rugged IT Report. [...]
With plans underway to increase the U.S. military presence in Afghanistan, many of the technologies that were used in Iraq have been transferred and adapted for that region. TIME reporter Kris Osborn covered this trend recently, highlighting Task Force ODIN (Observe, Detect, Identify and Neutralize) in particular. ODIN is a system designed to prevent insurgents [...]
