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The California Privacy Protection Agency “has been at the forefront of consumer privacy protection, and it is a privilege to work on the important issues that impact all Californians,” he said.
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The environmental costs of using artificial intelligence tools is an area of growing concern for government technology officials. Transparency from vendors can shed light on their energy and water usage.
In an information-packed webinar this week, leaders from the California Department of Technology and the Department of General Services recapped their accomplishments and previewed their aspirations.
Voters approved Measure G during the November elections, which will transform the way county leaders — both elected and appointed — go about conducting the business of the nation’s most populous county.
Customer satisfaction survey results that the Department of Motor Vehicles shared with the researchers found that between 2018 and 2024, satisfaction scores significantly increased, from 2.5 out of 5 to 4.25.
The single biggest purchase by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife this year was for monitoring equipment. CDFW spent $2,481,242 with Integrated Surveillance in a Feb. 22 informal competitive contract.
The operation would save time by cutting out the need for a driver to hook up a vehicle to a charging port and would also offer flexibility for charging times. That would be especially beneficial during moments when the grid is heavily impacted, such as on a hot summer day.
A county technology official has enlisted the assistance of the null and the federal Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, as well as submitting a report to the FBI.
MISAC conferences include breakout sessions, briefings with municipal and state government technology leaders from across California and networking opportunities.
These roles, both classified as IT Specialist II positions, are in the Department of Health Care Services and the California Department of Justice.
Sacramento Regional Transit is poised to deploy a new payment system in coming months, using technology familiar in the retail world. The agency will preserve older ways to pay and will offer discounts for veterans and seniors.
The project, which comes with a maximum contract value of $500,000, calls for an online solution to help the commission understand where the bottlenecks lie in the often-complicated process of installing EV charging infrastructure.
Industry Insider — California will not publish a newsletter Friday in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. The newsletter will resume Monday morning.
CCGI will “host activities and conduct research to help inform new strategies for driving meaningful innovation in California government,” the new nonprofit said in an announcement.
The purchases, all beginning July 1, included fiber cable, Microsoft 365 and Office products and implementation, and CDT’s share of sales taxes.
Positions include chief, cloud application architect, project financial analyst and IT manager.
The state agency is proposing changes in the requirements governing cybersecurity, risk assessments and automated decision-making technology. Public comment will be accepted until the CPPA board meets Jan. 14.
Steve Monaghan, a longtime leader in local government, reflects on “the cost of constant busyness” and how that common pitfall can afflict even seasoned leaders.
The board uses GIS technology in its work on water quality, water rights and environmental protection. It’s seeking ongoing support for that technology.
Big Tech’s stock prices boomed in 2024. Bay Area-headquartered Nvidia, Apple, Google and Meta were already humongous companies at the start of the year — as of Thursday, they had grown in value by 199 percent, 19 percent, 19 percent and 59 percent, respectively.
A Government Technology data analysis of the Chula Vista police department’s six-year groundbreaking drone-as-first-responder program reveals impacts on response times, officer safety and citizen privacy.
Surprisingly strong revenues mean the Legislature likely won’t need to deal with a big deficit in 2025 like it did in 2024, according to a new fiscal outlook from the Legislative Analyst’s Office. But the problems might begin to mount in coming years.
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New technologies and strategies are important for modernizing government services. But government workforces must also to new ways of working. This paper shares advice from top public sector leaders on navigating change, engaging stakeholders and fostering innovation.
Xerox is deeply concerned about the impact of the recent wildfires on Los Angeles County and its residents, a community that includes many Xerox employees who have been personally affected by the devastation. Beyond ensuring the continuity of essential government services through its Managed Print Services (MPS) program, Xerox has demonstrated its commitment to the community by donating $10,000 to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation.
Government technology professionals and private sector companies serving the public sector are constantly seeking innovative solutions to improve efficiency and enhance resident experiences. One area ripe for transformation is benefits communication, often a source of confusion and frustration for public employees. A recent deployment in a large Southern California county demonstrates the power of generative AI chatbots to address this challenge head-on.
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Outdated financial processes create bottlenecks, limit visibility, and slow down decision-making across government agencies. Manual workflows in procurement, travel, and budgeting make it difficult to track spending, ensure compliance, and adapt to evolving needs. The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) tackled these challenges head-on—eliminating inefficiencies and transitioning to a fully automated, data-driven approach.
