Defense Systems
JIE is linchpin of next-generation classified cloud
DISA and the services are working to synchronize efforts toward developing, fielding a Joint Information Environment that promotes interoperability.
Defense Systems
Air Force factoring spectrum reallocation into integration plans
The service’s integration chief says he is working to ensure uninterrupted joint operations.
Defense Systems
DOD moves to shore up obsolete parts pipeline
Defense Logistics Agency managing possible transition of its spare parts database.
Threats
Obama Is Changing the Way He Fights the War on Terror
The U.S. moved to capture militants in Libya and Somalia, rather than killing them. It may be better than drones, but it brings political risks. By Sara Sorcher
Business
DoD Acquisitions Staff Are Back to Work, They Just Can't Buy Anything
If the shutdown lasts, acquisition and contract employees face being furloughed again because they don't have any money to buy anything. By Bob Brewin
Business
Shutdown Shame: Denying Troop Death Benefits
The families of U.S. troops killed in combat during the shutdown will have to wait for an end to Washington’s gridlock to get emergency death benefits. By Gayle Tzemach Lemmon
Business
Why the Pentagon's CIOs Remain Furloughed
Defense Department lawyers say the Pay Our Military Act doesn't cover the Pentagon's civilian information officers and their staffs. By Bob Brewin
Ideas
America’s Longest War
America’s longest war has become its forgotten war. If there was ever a time to pay attention to Afghanistan, it’s now. By Stephanie Gaskell
Policy
Week Two of the Shutdown: Will There Be a Compromise?
Lawmakers return to work for the second week of the shutdown. Are they any closer to reaching a deal? By Billy House
Business
Hagel Orders Most Furloughed Civilian Employees Back to Work
Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel is putting most of the 400,000 furloughed civilian defense employees back to work despite the shutdown. By Stephanie Gaskell
Business
House OKs Retroactive Pay for Furloughed Workers
The House voted unanimously on Saturday to retroactively pay furloughed civilian workers. By Kellie Lunney
Ideas
In the Tank: The Shutdown Amplifies Obama's Mideast Problems
This week’s best research and commentary on the latest in national security and foreign policy issues from top think tanks around the world. By Kedar Pavgi
Business
Defense Industry Warns of Furloughs If Shutdown Continues
The Aerospace Industries Association is warning Congress to end the shutdown or face private-sector furloughs across the defense industry. By Charles S. Clark
Business
New Bill Would Pay Furloughed Workers Retroactively
A new bill to pay furloughed civilian workers retroactively once the shutdown ends has bipartisan support in Congress and the White House 'strongly supports' it. By Eric Katz
Business
Could a Brief, Hastily Written Law Put More DoD Workers Back on the Job?
The Pay Our Military Act was written in such a rush that it might give the Pentagon the power to decide who gets furloughed – not the White House. By Stephanie Gaskell
Science & Tech
Pakistan's Solution to Terrorism: Ban Skype
A southern province in Pakistan is banning voice-messaging services for three months 'because terrorists are using them.' By Leo Mirani
Business
Can the NSA Operate in Secrecy Anymore?
The NSA spent decades operating in almost complete secrecy, but those days appear to be over. By Bruce Schneier
Policy
How Obama Botched a Chance for Peace in Syria Last Year
One year and 80,000 lives ago, the United Nations envoy had carved a path for a government 'transition.' But the White House and Hillary Clinton rejected it. By Michael Hirsh
Defense Systems
Exelis CEO seeks middle ground in budget crunch
David Melcher sees shift to "affordable upgrades."
Business