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Technologists are in demand at the California Student Aid Commission, the Department of Transportation and the State Compensation Insurance Fund, as each agency looks to strengthen its team.
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The use of chatbots is exploding across government agencies at all levels, according to survey data. A local government expert weighs in on the dos and don’ts of implementing one that actually works.
The California Government Innovation Summit, to be presented Tuesday in Sacramento by Government Technology, is a transformation of the yearly Digital Government Summit.
This gathering is aimed at the entire government technology ecosystem — including startups, technology companies, investors, entrepreneurs, NGOs and academia.
Candidates with expertise in geographic information systems, SQL and IT strategy are sought by the California Environmental Protection Agency, the Employment Development Department and First 5 California.
Continuing its quest to improve high-speed Internet statewide, the California Department of Transportation has issued a request for qualifications calling on companies to assist it in aspects of broadband telecommunications design and development.
If signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, Assembly Bill 316 would require that for at least the next five years, driverless trucks weighing between five and 40 tons have a human safety driver on board.
The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, El Dorado County and Fresno Unified School District are in the early stages of technology projects.
During the 2022-23 fiscal year, the Office of Systems Integration (now the Office of Technology and Solutions Integration) led the spending on IT services among all departments in state government.
Jeramy Gray and Mohammed Al Rawi will be among those addressing Industry Insider — California members at a briefing on Nov. 9 in Hacienda Heights.
Some say that in California, farmers are on the front lines of the most advanced STEM-related career fields and developments.
Officials from the California Department of Housing and Community Development and the cities of Fairfield and San Jose revealed how they are expanding and refining their use of data at the Bay Area Digital Government Summit.
The Office of Technology and Solutions Integration, the California Public Employees’ Retirement System and the Employment Development Department are seeking expertise for key IT positions.
“I am truly excited at the opportunity to join Pegasystems,” Al Palafox told Industry Insider — California. “The work they have done across the country in government and commercial is nothing short of spectacular and exciting.”
The California Department of Developmental Services is requesting input into the design and evaluation of a technology pilot program, to test whether remote services and support could help residents “lead more independent lives.”
Under the order, the California Department of Technology, the Office of Data and Innovation and other state agencies must examine the most significant and beneficial ways generative AI can be used by the state within 60 days.
During the 2022-23 fiscal year, the California Department of Technology led the spending on IT goods among all departments in state government.
As part of Industry Insider — California’s ongoing efforts to educate readers on state agencies, their IT plans and initiatives, here’s the latest in our periodic series of interviews with departmental IT leaders.
“The state’s IT security workforce must be prepared for unique challenges,” said Crystal Holcomb, deputy director for CDT’s Office of Professional Development. “Our security-focused programs are in high demand, so we’re excited to offer the Cybersecurity Boot Camp for a third year.”
The Department of State Hospitals is recruiting for a chief data officer/deputy director, and the Department of Human Resources is seeking a chief technology officer.
The portable devices from Chico-based Rescue42, which function like mobile cell towers, are being used during wildfires when communication is lost. The devices can last for up to 10 days.
The city of Los Angeles’ adopted budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year commits millions of dollars to tech projects that would improve radio and 311 systems and integrate data on homelessness to aid in analysis.
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