OMB issues guidance on cyber best practices, contractor flexibilities amid telework environment

The Office of Management and Budget is directing agencies to leverage technology to “support mission continuity” as a large part of the federal workforce adapts to a telework environment amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

“By aggressively embracing technology to support business processes, the Federal Government is better positioned to maintain the safety and well-being of the Federal workforce and the American public while supporting the continued delivery of vital mission services,” said Margaret Weichert, OMB’s deputy director for management, in ...