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Gov. Gavin Newsom has appointed another government technology executive to fill the vacancy left by the retirement of former CIO and California Department of Technology Director Liana Bailey-Crimmins.
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A bill known as the Data Center Energy Accountability Act would enact new standards for data centers in California. Supporters say it’s a step toward holding these facilities accountable, but opponents say the proposed law is duplicative and threatens smaller operations.
The Northern California city's updated rules address employee use of AI tools, including image uploads, training requirements and restrictions on work beyond staff expertise.
The one-year-old dashboard helps students plan their path to college while also offering a treasure-trove of educational and career data. The state also has increased the tool’s accessibility.
Before production, consider whether that method is repeatable, a panelist said at the California Public Sector CIO Academy. Others recommended identifying service challenges early, and ensuring leadership is set.
The move comes amid several state IT leadership changes, including the departure of state CIO Liana Bailey-Crimmins and department CIOs.
California Department of Financial Protection CIO Daniel Quach has retired after more than three decades in state and local government. Quach joined the department in April 2023.
Industry Insider — California is pleased to welcome Savant Solutions to the Insider family. The Sacramento-based cybersecurity firm was built on a customer-first philosophy by founder Caleb Kwong. The firm specializes in assessments, design, implementation and support that help companies of all sizes optimize their cybersecurity footing. Savant has been trusted by The Boeing Company, the state of California and many others.
Work is changing not just because of the transition to the cloud, but also because of the transition out of the office. Remote and hybrid environments are now the norm. Although the traditional perimeter has dissolved, many agencies continue to rely on tools designed to enforce it.
The state’s slow, expensive and overly complex IT procurement process was the focus of a hearing before the Little Hoover Commission on Thursday. Experts testified about the need for a complete overhaul of the procurement system and an escape from the current “culture of fear.”
Boon, a technologist with a lengthy state service resume, was recently selected to lead the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s Enterprise Information Services division. This is not his first time working at CDCR.
In its first year, the Data Community of Practice grew from 18 to 40 members. Now, it’s broadening its scope to include more data practitioners across the enterprise.
Fong, a longtime state employee, has held leadership positions at large departments, including the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research, State Controller’s Office and the California Department of Technology.
Previously, Daniel C. Kim argued the state should treat major IT modernization projects as infrastructure and fund them using bonds. Here, he dives into how that might work in practice.
The county’s top technologist, Lynn Fyhrlund, has announced that he has accepted a new role as the regional government’s chief innovation officer. Fyhrlund has served as the county’s CIO since 2023.
The annual awards, presented at the California Public Sector CIO Academy, honored some 60 teams and individuals for their leadership in state IT.
The state’s lingering budget problems mean that IT leaders need to be more plugged into the political realm and more aggressive about making the case for the work they do. A panel of experts talked through these complexities during the recent California Public Sector CIO Academy.
A new security feature is being added to California driver’s licenses and ID cards, while QR codes are intended to reduce waiting at Department of Motor Vehicles field offices.
Deputy state CIO Jared Johnson addressed attendees at the California Public Sector CIO Academy this week in Sacramento, calling on IT leaders to better coordinate amid rapidly shifting technologies, trends and priorities.
City leaders voted unanimously this week to stop accepting new applications while they study how large-scale facilities could affect local resources and development.
Raj brings more than a decade of experience in the management consulting space, having worked with several other industry giants.
After more than 30 years in public service, California Department of Tax and Fee Administration CIO Scott Capulong has announced his plans to retire.
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