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Avoid Surprises |
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How can you be confident that a security product will behave in the expected ways? Security certifications such as FIPS 140 and Common Criteria provide that assurance, and also facilitate helpful comparisons in purchase decisions. And, by helping agencies be more comfortable with interagency information sharing, security certifications also indirectly support federal continuity of operations (COOP) and collaboration initiatives. Read More. |
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Improve Procurement Efficiency |
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By the time lengthy federal procurement processes are completed, the standards the agency has specified for network technology might be out of date. This state of affairs might soon be a thing of the past, thanks to the Network-Centric Operations Industry Consortium (NCOIC). Its members, commercial companies as well as government agencies—combine forces to provide early awareness of technology directions. Read More. |
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The IPv6 Business Case |
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An independent survey reveals that many agencies still regard IPv6 migration as an IT issue, not a business issue with the potential to transform government. In fact, IPv6 is essential for an increasingly mobile and virtual federal workforce. See how agencies say they intend to accomplish planning and implementation and the implications of their choices. Read More. |
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