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A leadership restructuring and an office closing are among the changes coming to the stateside-arm of BAE in the near future. According to Defense News, CEO Linda Hudson sent out a memo detailing a number of reorganization tactics aimed at “better delivering our strategy in an increasingly cost-conscious marketplace.” The …

National health information technology coordinator Dr. David Blumenthal gave an interview with Information Week Healthcare to discuss, among other topics, the importance of keeping data safe from cyber threats. “The HITECH act enacted a whole series of provisions to tighten the privacy and security laws under HIPAA,” said Blumenthal. “The …

The U.S. division of BAE Systems will close one of its two headquarters to reorganize its  delivery strategy following a recent global market and customer review. In an internal memo, BAE President and CEO Linda Hudson wrote: “From this review, it is clear that we must make changes to our organization …

Boeing has chosen Lockheed Martin as a lead subcontractor to work on the FAA’s NextGen initiative, a 10-year, multibillion-dollar contract vehicle to modernize the current aviation system. According to Lockheed Martin, the air traffic management business will “compete for future en route, terminal and oceanic air traffic control and systems …

Former DIA CTO Bob Gourley posted an entry on CTO Perspective to discuss the recent movement on the cybersecurity bill. Gourley provided a thorough breakdown of the points and issues raised by the bill, as well as his own frank analysis. One major point Gourley broke down was the need …

Healthcare Informatics revealed its list of the top 100 healthcare IT firms and a number of Washington-area companies made the cut. Falls Church-based CSC was the highest ranking Beltway firm, checking in at number six. SAIC‘s healthcare group ranked at 24.  Anthony Hess‘ group brought in $378 million in 2009.  …

The Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce (FCCC) will hold a luncheon June 15, 2010 featuring Bruce Allen, Executive Vice President/General Manager of the Washington Redskins, as the keynote speaker. The FCCC looks to promote and advocate for the businesses located in Fairfax County. On July 1, the FCCC will bring …

BAE Systems and Northrop Grumman are just two of the many defense contractors presenting at Eurosatory 2010 in Paris this week. BAE Systems kicked off the event by rolling out the RG41, a new 8×8 addition to the RG range, which the firm describes “as a cost-effective and highly versatile, …

According to a new study published by Xerox, Americans are generally supportive of electronic health records despite not knowing much about potential impacts. The reports found that 16% of adults have been approached by their healthcare provider to discuss making the shift to the cutting-edge format. “Ultimately, it is the …

Northrop Grumman VP for Cyber and SIGINT Systems Kathy Warden spoke with The New New Internet recently about a variety of topics, including her take on the stand-up of Cyber Command. Cyber Command was activated last month and is set to be led by Gen. Keith Alexander. “I think it’s …

According to Fortune , Xe Services, formerly known as Blackwater, is up for sale. Although the firm would pose as a risky investment for obvious reasons, the contractor sits on a large number of valuable assets. Xe is known for its compound in northeast North Carolina, Forbes also cites “contracts …

According to a new report from the Center for American Security, costs for defense contractors on the ground are soaring as oversight has dwindled. The report, published by John Nagl and Richard Fontaine calls not only for greater scrutiny of contractors in warzones, but for an overall expansion of the …

The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced $80 million dollars in funding to boost the VA Innovation Initiative, looking to the private sectors for fresh ideas to address needs. The VA will be looking for solutions from private firms in the following areas: ” Innovative Housing Technology to Address Veteran …

OMB chief Peter Orszag took the stage at the Center for American Progress in Washington, D.C. to address the next steps in modernizing the country’s business model. During his speech, he highlighted President Obama’s efforts to reform government,  highlighting the use of no-bid contracts and reducing improper payments, altering the …

U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius and Attorney General of the United States Eric Holder wrote a letter to state attorneys general encouraging interaction with HHS and federal, state, and local law enforcement officials to help seniors and other Medicare beneficiaries avoid being defrauded. According to HHS, …