DoD CIO - Web 2.0

Scoring CIOs on Social Media

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT

A new analysis seeks to find which CIOs are the best at using Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

DoD Internet Services and Internet-Based Capabilities

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT

This instruction establishes policy, assigns responsibilities, and provides instructions for establishing, operating, and maintaining Department of Defense Internet services on unclassified networks to collect, disseminate, store, and otherwise process unclassified DoD information, as well as the use of Internet-based capabilities to collect, disseminate, store, and otherwise process unclassified DoD information.

It applies to the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Military Departments, the Office of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the Joint Staff, the Combatant Commands, the Office of the Inspector General of the DoD, the Defense Agencies, the DoD Field Activities, and all other organizational entities within the DoD.

DON CIO Launches Website Redesign

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 04:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Navy Chief Information Officer deployed the next generation of its website today to better showcase content and provide improved access to the information relied on daily by members of the DON IT community.

Government-Specific Social Networks on the Rise

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT

A survey showed some shifts in how government agencies are utilizing social networking and web tools.

Facebook Timeline: Help or Hindrance for Agencies?

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Studies show whether Timeline is helping or hurting agencies seeking public interaction.

Pinterest of Interest, But Feds Not Yet Sold

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

The rapidly growing Pinterest.com social website is catching attention, but federal agencies are not active on it yet.

New Social Media Handbook Coaches Marines

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT

The Social Corps handbook gives instructions to Marines on how to use social media.

Recommended Facebook Privacy Settings

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Navy Chief of Information has created a guide detailing recommended Facebook privacy settings and how to achieve them. The guide provides step-by-step instructions to help Facebook users create a balance between safeguarding their privacy and enjoying the benefits of social networking online.

Navy Issues Online Guide to Google+

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Google+ has attracted more than 10 million users since its recent introduction. Now the Navy has released an introduction to the new social tagging service.

5 Technologies Key to the Mobile Revolution

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

These emerging technologies will make mobile, wireless computing the dominant platform of the future.

Google Defends Apps For Government

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Google went on the defensive on Wednesday, saying it never misled the U.S. government about Google Apps' compliance with an important security standard.

Next-Generation Governance is The Key to Future IT Success

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Current governance techniques were devised in a less-connected age. The path forward lies in next-generation governance — not as a mere catch phrase, but as a tactile, sustainable method of operations.

New Cyber Threats Put Government in The Cross Hairs

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Symantec's Internet Security Threat Report details a shift toward online attacks that draw on social media information and target high-value victims, such as those in government.

Gov 2.0 on The Go: Agencies Hit it Big With Mobile Apps

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Here are four examples of agencies tailoring public information and services to mobile users.

Agencies Share Best Practices on Social Media Records

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Agency officials shared their best practices for social media records management at a recent event.

Protect Online Privacy Without Reading the Fine Print

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Your personal data is out there. Every thought you tap out on Twitter, every status update you post on Facebook, and even the last credit card purchase you made is accessible via the Internet.

5 Steps to Effective Gov 2.0 Initiatives

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Consultant Mark Madsen shows agencies how to turn social media into a powerful tool that can support larger organizational goals.

Federal Government Moves Forward With 'Cloud-First' Plan for New Technology

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The General Services Administration's decision last week to move its email program to a web-based system modeled on Google's popular Gmail program is part of a major government drive to increase federal use of cloud computing.

Thinking Of A Private Cloud? Government Gets An Expanding Choice

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 05:00:00 GMT

IBM is ready to offer the Federal Community Cloud, a secure cloud environment designed for federal agencies. Meanwhile, Lockheed Martin unveiled the Starfire Mission Ready Cloud based on pre-integrated, pretested technology.

Navy Command Social Media Handbook

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The Navy Command Social Media Handbook was developed by the Chief of Information's (CHINFO) Emerging Media Integration Team and is intended to provide the information needed to more safely and effectively use social media.

Government IT Shops Get a Store for Open-Source Apps

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

A public/private partnership has launched Civic Commons, a website designed to let state, local and federal agencies share software they have developed.

DoD Marches Forward with Social Media

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

With new rules, the Department of Defense is expanding its use of social media applications, including Web 2.0 tools that stay behind military firewalls.

20 IT Projects to be Honored at GCN Awards

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The 10 projects selected for the 2010 GCN Awards, along with 10 honorable mentions, reflect the growing trends in government information technology toward open source, cross-agency collaboration and transparency.

Internet-Based Capabilities Guidance: Unofficial Internet Posts

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT

This ALNAV provides guidance to all Department of the Navy personnel regarding unofficial posts on the Internet, including those pertaining to DON-related content and discussions. It also provides guidance about best practices for use of Internet-based capabilities (IBC) in a personal capacity. A separate ALNAV provides guidance for external official presences on IBC on behalf of the DON.

Internet-Based Capabilities Guidance: Official Internet Posts

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT

This ALNAV provides guidance to all Department of the Navy personnel regarding official posts on Internet-based capabilities. A separate ALNAV provides guidance regarding unofficial posts on Internet-based capabilities.

Google Releases FISMA-Compliant Apps for Government

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Apps for Government is the first suite of cloud computing applications to receive Federal Information Security Management Act certification and accreditation from the Federal government. Microsoft also working to obtain certification for web-based email.

Defense Department Creates Online Hub for Social Media

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The Pentagon has set up an online social media hub to better coordinate policies and to provide online links to service sites on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and the like.

11 Ways to Boost Cloud Adoption in Government

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Brookings Institution analysis yields 11 recommendations for better and more widespread government use of cloud computing.

9 Key Cybersecurity Roles for Government

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 04:00:00 GMT

At first glance, the list of roles looks like those for traditional IT jobs - system administration, programming, technical writing - but the nine key skills categories proposed by the Commission on Cybersecurity for the 44th Presidency involve the know-how needed to build a highly qualified information security workforce.

Ready or Not, the Workplace Will Get a Lot More Mobile, Social

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 04:00:00 GMT

A global survey by Unisys and IDC finds rapid growth in the use of smart phones and special networking applications on the job.

OMB Ends Federal Agency Decade-Long Cookie Ban

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Office of Management and Budget Director Peter Orszag, who issued the guidance, says his office is sensitive to citizens' concerns and use of cookies by federal agencies must not compromise or invade personal privacy.

OMB Tells Agencies How To Treat Their Online 'Friends'

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 04:00:00 GMT

OMB today overhauled policy on using third-party websites and applications and web measurement and customization technologies.

GSA Offers Governmentwide Platform for Idea Competitions

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The General Services Administration seeks to make it easier for federal agencies to hold online competitions for innovative ideas.

No Easy Answers on Social Media in Defense Department

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Even as government 2.0 advocates hailed the U.S. Defense Department's newly framed social media policy upon its announcement, questions persisted over the value of such a policy in the wake of cybersecurity threats. But Sumit Agarwal, who was named deputy assistant secretary of defense (public affairs) for outreach and social media in January, says that with so many people using social media on their own, enforcing a closed posture on these tools may be as ill-advised as not doing so.

OMB Social Media Guidance Applies Old Law to New Technologies

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The Office of Management and Budget has clarified the application of the Paperwork Reduction Act to social media interactions.

About Face(book): Marines Lift Ban on Social Networking

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Marine Corps officials lifted a ban for Marines on using social networking web sites on the service's non-secret network, according to a memo.

Collaboration Tools for the Federal Government

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

During the past few months, collaborative media has become a topic of interest and debate in both the Department of Defense and Federal Government. As a result of this interest, collaborative sites restricted to myriad combinations of defense, intelligence and Federal Government communities have begun to see a rise in participation. Some of them, such as Intelink, are sponsored by government agencies and limited to a select subset of the Federal Government, while others, like GovLoop, aim to connect employees at the federal, state and local levels. Below is a selected overview of a few of these tools.

DoD Issues Long-Awaited Social Media Policy

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

DoD issues a memo to address longstanding uncertainties about the use of social media and networks within defense agencies and military branches.

Navy Plans Social Network For Off-Duty Hours

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Navy plans to develop an internal social network that will track what service members want to do during their off-duty hours.

Navy Plans Internal Blog on IT

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

A new Navy blog that discusses information technology will be available only to members of the Navy and Marine Corps.

Pentagon's Social Network Becomes Hub for Haiti Relief

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

After three years of development, the military was done developing a new crisis-response communication tool. All that was left to do was to test the new communications and collaboration system in its element —disaster scenarios. The test, scheduled for this summer, was a simulated hurricane in the Dominican Republic and Haiti.

Governments Weigh the Pros and Cons of Private Clouds

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Cloud computing is a tough sell to governments because of privacy and security concerns. Private clouds could make the difference.

Facebook Outlines Privacy Changes

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Facebook said Wednesday that its previously announced privacy changes, which it said will do away with some settings and simplify others, will start rolling out today.

Is Gov 2.0 Just Another Passing Fad?

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 05:00:00 GMT

A year ago, the idea of putting social-media tools to use in official or even semiofficial government settings was more fanciful than practical, more experimental than programmatic, and — to the skeptics — more crackpot kid stuff than sound government policy.

Has the Use of E-Mail Peaked?

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Historically, each generation expands the use of the communication inventions from the previous generation. Communication has evolved from cave drawings and carvings, to smoke signals and music (such as drumbeats, chants and yodeling); to written inscriptions; to letters distributed by foot, horseback, ships and railroad. Morse code revolutionized communication through the telegraph and line-of-sight light flashes.

Web 2.0: Federal CIO Council Releases Guidelines for Secure Use of Social Media

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The use of social media has become a popular topic within the Department of the Navy, Defense Department and across the federal government. As agencies begin to venture into this media, whether it is creating an agency Facebook page or updating constituents via Twitter, precautions must be taken and risks should be assessed. While these tools open up many avenues for broader communication and collaboration, they also come with threats to network security.

DoD Expands Access to Defense Connect Online

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Defense Department's online collaborative tool previously accessible only to those holding DoD common access cards will now be accessible to sponsored non-DoD personnel serving as mission partners.

Open Source Gets DoD's Long-Awaited Blessing

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT

New guidance from Defense Department acting CIO David Wennergren says DOD should consider open-source software on equal footing with commercial offerings.

Government to Build $1.5B Cybersecurity Data Center

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Officials plan to build a $1.5 billion data center to bolster the cybersecurity capabilities of intelligence agencies, the Defense Department, and the Homeland Security Department.

Navy Grapples with 'Relentless Pace' of Technology Change

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Wennergren, Carey outline the Navy's progress toward implementing various information technology policies and systems that will shape the force’s interoperability and improve capabilities in defending against cyber threats.

Enterprise Architecture can Manage the Use of Social Media

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Federal Railroad Administration, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and the State Department are aligning enterprise architecture strategies with the development of social-networking tools.

Navy CIO Sees Key Role for Social Media

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Robert Carey, in his blog, sets out six goals for his troops: embracing technology, adopting industrial-age thinking, social media as a tool to build trust, adopting security, going green and recruiting successors.

Guidelines for Secure Use of Social Media by Federal Departments and Agencies, v1.0

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The use of social media for federal services and interactions is growing tremendously, supported by initiatives from the administration, directives from government leaders, and demands from the public. This situation presents both opportunity and risk. Guidelines and recommendations for using social media technologies in a manner that minimizes the risk are analyzed and presented in this document. This document is intended as guidance for any federal agency that uses social media services to collaborate and communicate among employees, partners, other federal agencies, and the public.

Military Family Members Make Case for Social Media

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Defense Department recently invited military spouses and other family members to weigh in on the debate about the role of social media in the military.

Use of Web 2.0 Tools for DON IM/IT Policy Development

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Over the past few years, the use of Web 2.0 tools has increased in the Department of the Navy. Many of these tools present both opportunities and challenges. This column will focus on educating readers about the myriad tools available for use within the DON, Department of Defense, and federal government, as well as the challenges they present. Topics will range from new applications to safe use and cultural changes that occur as a result of Web 2.0 collaboration. In the interactive spirit of Web 2.0, your comments and suggestions are encouraged.

Marines Ban Facebook and MySpace, Pentagon Considers It

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Marines Corps, citing security concerns, has banned Facebook, MySpace and Twitter on its network, and the Pentagon said it is reviewing social-networking sites as it considers setting broader policies on their use.

Navy Marine Corps Portal Policy Guidance Memorandum Number 3 (Governance)

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT

This memo outlines the governance for the Navy Marine Corps Portal (NMCP). It also states the vision for the NMCP, which is to provide the ability for DON users to securely access, via single sign-on, the DON trusted network environment (i.e., NMCI, IT-21, OneNET and MCEN) and have seamless connectivity and access to vital DON warfighter and business information and services within the Navy Enterprise Portal, eUSMC (the Marine Corps portal), and SECNAV portal from any DON computing asset.

Marines Ban Twitter, MySpace, Facebook

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Marine Corps has banned Twitter, Facebook, MySpace and other social media sites from its networks, effective immediately.

Web 3.0 Capabilities and Social Networking Sites

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT

This memo directs the Department of Defense Chief Information Officer to present to the Secretary of Defense the threats and benefits, as well as policy and processes, to ensure the responsible and effective use of emerging Internet-based capabilities.

Input Sought in Developing DON IM/IT Policy

Mon, 04 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

To ensure Department of the Navy Information Management and Information Technology (IM/IT) policies fully support the needs of the warfighter and all levels of the supporting establishment, the DON Chief Information Officer has begun to pilot the use of the Intelink wiki (Intellipedia) as a tool to assist in the development of proposed updates to existing policy.

Web 2.0 in the Federal Government: The Age of Collaboration

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

There are a few frontiers left to explore: space; the world's oceans; Earth's inner space; microscopic and nano inner spaces; and cyberspace. Exploration in these areas is led by many Federal agencies such as NASA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the National Science Foundation and the departments of Commerce, Defense and Homeland Security. Each of these frontiers relies on the advanced tools of cyber technology to facilitate exploration. In this article, we will explore cyberspace and discuss the changes that brought us to the use of Web 2.0 in the Federal government.

NMCI Deploys Collaboration Software

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 05:00:00 GMT

NMCI has begun deploying software associated with collaboration tools offered through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA). The software is being delivered to users via a Radia software push. As a result, users will begin to see Jabber and IBM Sametime chat programs in their “start programs” menu. These tools are intended to increase connectivity and collaboration across the DoD enterprise. Users who do not see these programs in their “start programs” menu are in line to have them pushed shortly.

Navy Officials Weighing Web 2.0 Adoption

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Navy will likely deploy its own versions of social media technologies such as Facebook and Wikipedia for use on internal networks, Navy Department CIO Robert Carey said.

DON CIO Releases Web 2.0 Policy

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 05:00:00 GMT

On October 20, 2008, the Department of the Navy Chief Information Officer released a memo providing initial guidance to all Navy and Marine Corps commands regarding the use of Web 2.0 tools. "I wanted to provide guidance and encourage its [Web 2.0] use among Navy and Marine Corps commands," Robert Carey, DON CIO said. "Web 2.0 tools present many opportunities for collaboration and information sharing. They are becoming vital to keeping pace in today's environment."

DON CIO Releases Web 2.0 Guidance Memorandum

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Navy Chief Information Officer has released a memorandum providing initial guidance for all Navy and Marine Corps commands regarding the use of Web 2.0 tools to facilitate collaboration and information sharing within the Department of the Navy.

Privacy Must be Considered When Using Web 2.0 Tools

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

As outlined in a recently published memo, the Department of the Navy endorses the secure use of Web 2.0 tools to enhance collaboration, streamline processes and foster productivity.

Web 2.0: Utilizing New Web Tools

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The purpose of this memo is to provide initial guidance for all Navy and Marine Corps commands regarding the use of emerging web tools to facilitate collaboration and information sharing in the Department ofthe Navy. These tools, described in enclosure (I) include wikis, blogs, mash ups, web feeds (such as, Really Simple Syndication and Rich Site Summary (RSS) feeds), and forums, which are often referred to as components of "Web 2.0" and can significantly enhance mission effectiveness through collaboration. The Department endorses the secure use of Web 2.0 tools to enhance communication, collaboration and information exchange; streamline processes; and foster productivity improvements. However, their application must not compromise data confidentiality and integrity.

GCN: Defense in a Wiki World

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Information sharing, the drumbeat phrase of national defense for seven years, is being matched these days with technologies capable of elevating it from a bumper-sticker slogan to a tool of great power — and commensurate risk. View entire GCN article.

GCN: Defense 2.0 a Work in Progress

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The vision of adapting next-generation Internet technologies in the Defense Department is gaining new urgency as businesses, and employees, increasingly embrace Web-based social networking applications. But the horizon for what some call the Defense 2.0 era appears a long way off as culture, inertia, and IT security concerns that grow only more complicated in a Web 2.0 world, continue to challenge military IT leaders. View entire GCN article.

New DON CIO Web Site: Your IT Resource

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Navy Chief Information Officer unveiled its newly redesigned web site this week. In addition to its updated look and feel, the web site's organization and underlying technology have been improved to better equip users to locate information in just one or two clicks.

Navy Marine Corps Portal Guidance Memorandum Number 1

Fri, 28 Feb 2003 05:00:00 GMT

This memo established the requirement for a Navy and Marine Corps Portal environment designed to provide a single integrated enterprise portal framework.