The Human Capital Challenge February 7th, 2012 Even amid a growing debate about the size, scope, and price of the federal workforce, government agencies are working to quicken hiring processes, fill mission-critical jobs, and improve retention rates. These focused efforts demonstrate the importance of the government's human capital challenge, regardless of political climate. How are agencies handling hiring reform initiatives and attracting wo...

Achieving Efficiency in IT Acquisitions Thursday, January 19, 2012 2:00 PM EST As federal agencies continue to look for cost-savings in their IT functions, many still face major hurdles in the acquisition and implementation of new technologies. Recent reports generated by the GAO and CIO.gov’s Techstat toolkit are providing federal managers the metrics they need to measure the effect and success of IT projects. Join Government Executive...

Click here to register. Performance & Management: THE EFFICIENCY IMPERATIVE >> The final Excellence in Government conference of 2011 will explore how the need for efficiency is driving agencies' work in setting goals, measuring performance and achieving results. Attend to hear about the impact of the current environment on federal operations and learn about the road ahead. November 17, 2011 6:30 am - 2:00 pm Registration 7:15 am - 8:...

The next year will be pivotal in the United States' long campaign in Afghanistan, as we draw down forces and turn over vital security functions to Afghan authorities. One key to success is building modern Afghan army, air and police forces - a major undertaking that many would say is vital to our own national security and the future of the region. With a budget of more than $10 billion, Maj. Gen. Peter Fuller has been tasked with building, tra...

How are managers delivering on long-term performance objectives, while dealing with current demands for budget cuts and increased efficiency? Join Government Executive Editor at Large Tim Clark and National Academy of Public Administration President Dan Blair, as they explore how federal agencies are setting, measuring, and implementing their performance goals. Register Today.