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Using new technologies in law enforcement, recreation and disaster recovery, in addition to a pending move to a new city hall and staying abreast of new vendor solutions, is keeping Stockton CIO Jamil Niazi busy these days.
As chief technology officer for the Los Angeles County Office of Education, Gonzalez is responsible for tech leadership across 80 school districts serving nearly 2 million students.
The U.S.’s largest aerial firefighting fleet will have a new cloud-based system managing operations this wildfire season.
The city of Los Angeles is on rocky financial ground and facing some tough decisions ahead, with more than 1,600 proposed layoffs and millions of dollars in spending cuts across the board.
All told, tech companies have revealed plans to cut 266 Bay Area jobs in their most recent reports with the state Employment Development Department.
Software company Archistar is making its AI-powered permitting tools available to Southern California local governments to speed the recovery process following the devastating Palisades and Eaton fires.
The department is seeking a modern, flexible case management system that's cloud-based along with the software, implementation and maintenance services needed to keep it up and running.
The Legislative Analyst's Office, in a report issued Tuesday, cites the potential gains from using generative AI, proofs of concept and the RFI2 procurement model, but it says the state should move cautiously and transparently.
The California Privacy Protection Agency and the UK Information Commissioner's Office say the pact will "facilitate joint research and education relating to new technologies and data protection issues" and allow the two entities to "share best practices, knowledge and investigative methods."
The State Bar has petitioned the court to adjust hundreds of test scores due to technical problems, and the court is demanding answers from the State Bar about how and why it used AI to develop exam questions.
Gov. Gavin Newsom and leaders from the public and private sectors gathered Tuesday in Los Angeles to announce the expansion of three generative AI proof of concept projects.
Positions in recruitment include senior IT procurement and contract analyst, full-stack Java developer/technical lead and senior software application developer. All are IT Specialist II roles.
The agency, which was created in 2020 with an annual budget of $5 million, would receive nearly triple that amount in the next fiscal year if Gov. Gavin Newsom's proposed budget is approved.
The city of San Jose is looking for a vendor to scan its sewer system with AI-powered video analytics as part of a large cooperative purchasing solicitation worth tens of millions of dollars.
“In addition to all of the great educational programming, I think the highlight of this year’s Summit will be the sunset dinner cruise aboard the M.S. Dixie paddle-wheeler,” said MISAC Executive Director Brad Walker.
The Legislature isn't letting off the gas with regard to technology bills. This session we're seeing a continued focus on AI and some opportunities for government engagement and new systems.
“We look forward to FI$Cal becoming the official accounting book of record for the state of California by the July 2026 statutory deadline,” writes FI$Cal Chief Deputy Director Subbarao Mupparaju. “We continue to work collaboratively with our partners at the State Controller’s Office to meet the requirements necessary to make this transition.”
The positions in recruitment include chief strategy officer/assistant deputy director, database administrator and platform/engineer specialist.
“They are critical members of our State and Local Government – West Team, and they demonstrate Gartner Consulting’s commitment to bringing the highest-quality partners to our public-sector clients,” said Eugene Martinez, Gartner's senior managing partner in Sacramento.
A new data dashboard from the Cradle-to-Career Data System is giving lawmakers, researchers and the public a better understanding of student life after high school.
"This role is vital for advancing our most impactful and strategic initiatives," said Fredrick Gomez, agency information officer for the California Department of Food and Agriculture.
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The blog post from InterVision explores the critical intersection of AI and data governance, emphasizing the necessity for organizations to implement robust frameworks to ensure data integrity, compliance, and ethical AI deployment. It highlights the challenges posed by AI's rapid evolution, such as data traceability and regulatory adherence, and discusses how integrating blockchain technology can provide transparent, immutable records of data transformations. The article also underscores the importance of AI sovereignty, allowing organizations to maintain control over their AI systems and data, thereby mitigating legal and operational risks.
Nestled at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains lies the thriving City of Pasadena, CA, home to the beloved Rose Parade and the prestigious California Institute of Technology.
Michelle Yoshino, Xerox Public Sector General Manager for the AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, NV, OR & WA region, has been recognized with the prestigious "Woman of Greatness" award for her outstanding dedication to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast.
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