Booz Allen in the News

A sampling of articles that have appeared in the press about Booz Allen's studies, ideas, and people.

"Leaders Commended For Contributions To Info Security"
On October 13, 2009, FCW.com reported that Booz Allen's Margaret Spanninger received a 2009 Government Information Security Leadership Award from (ISC)2.

"Drug Companies Rushing To File With FDA May Want To Reconsider"
On September 16, 2009, The Wall Street Journal cited Booz Allen's first-cycle review study for the Food & Drug Administration in an article about the surge in new drug applications at the end of each year.

"Industry Official: More Contractors Will Absorb Online Privacy Expenses"
On September 10, 2009, Nextgov.com cited Booz Allen's Lloyd Howell in an article about the need to develop trusted services.

"Report: Drug Companies Meeting Post-Approval Reporting Requirements"
On September 3, 2009, The Wall Street Journal cited a Booz Allen study that examined the backlog of industry postmarketing studies for FDA-approved drugs and biologics and found that most companies meet their obligations in a timely manner.

"Invasion Of The Botnets: Cyberattacks On The Rise"
On August 28, 2009, GCN.com cited Booz Allen's George Schu in an article about recent denial-of-service attacks.

"How Web 2.0 Is Changing Responses To Emergencies"
Booz Allen's Tim Tinker and Grant McLaughlin talk to Federal News Radio about social media's role in crisis communications and how government agencies can use social media tools.

"New Report Calls For Improvements To Senior Executive Service"
On August 19, 2009, The Washington Post reported on a study by the Partnership for Public Service and Booz Allen that found that the Senior Executive Service is broken, mired in tired bureaucratic traditions and failing to attract top talent from outside government.

"Pentagon Web Site Redesigned To Appeal To Younger Audience"
On August 17, 2009, GovExec.com cited Booz Allen's Steve Radick in an article about the Defense Department's new web site, which highlights social networking tools such as Facebook and Twitter.

"Gov ID Card Program Enters New Phase"
On August 7, 2009, FCW.com cited Booz Allen's Rick Hill in an article about Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and the distribution of computerized Personal Identity Verification (PIV) cards.

"Shortage Of Cyber Experts May Hinder Government"
On August 5, 2009, ABC News reported on a study by Booz Allen and the Partnership for Public Service that assesses the state of the federal cybersecurity workforce.