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The Florida House of Representatives IT Budget and Policy Subcommittee hearing on March 12 focused on an iLAB assessment of the agency’s iConnect system, zeroing in on issues such as lack of automation, tedious processes and HIPAA compliance concerns.
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The department is seeking information from vendors regarding a case management system to track cases of suspected fraud within its re-employment assistance program.
The Department of Management Services is requesting funding for IT strategic plan development advisory services, a data security and vulnerability pilot project and more.
The selected vendor will provide a gap analysis, detailed recommendations, implementation road map and ongoing support such as training and compliance monitoring as needed.
The project involves supplying software licenses, support, maintenance and on-site customized training.
The nonprofit seeks to partner with startup companies working on innovative solutions to enhance transportation visibility in Miami-Dade County.
The Florida Department of Health spent its funds on IT consultation services, miscellaneous hardware, software maintenance and more.
The DMS budget request includes funding for cloud modernization, cybersecurity and terminal equipment firmware updates.
The position, which oversees the daily function of the division, will collaborate with various teams and vendors to manage, support and implement new initiatives and support existing solutions.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue recently published a draft of the scope of services for a future competitive contract to establish a contract to provide a construction cost estimating software solution.
The school board’s final approved budget outlines funds for various tech projects including software applications, computers, tablets and network equipment.
OUC is seeking bids from vendors with at least five years of experience in on-demand wiring services, including office relocations, for an initial three-year contract with a two-year renewal option.
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles’ legislative budget request covers several tech-related projects, including modernizing the agency’s motor vehicle dealer licensing, business support and customer service systems.
At the recent Florida IT Leadership Forum, government leadership expert Kimberly Moore emphasized the importance of preparing IT teams for the future by addressing the diverse needs of a multigenerational workforce.
The incumbent will direct and supervise the daily operations of the county’s information and telecommunication services department and oversee the performance, support and maintenance of all business systems and IT infrastructure.
During a webinar hosted by The Opportunity Project for Cities, the county shared the resident-focused work it's been doing with community organizations and technologists from Google.org.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement's legislative budget request covers several tech-related projects, including IT security enhancements, licenses for Office 365 and network services.
“We are extremely excited to welcome Lexi to the Abnormal Security SLED team. She has already made a tremendous impact with our partners, and I look forward to her continued success here,” said Zachary Oxman, the company’s U.S. SLED director.
This year, four Florida cities, including Tamarac, were recognized for innovative technology projects benefiting their communities.
At the recent IT Leadership Forum in Tallahassee, Bryan Langley of Cyber Florida shared insights on advancing leadership in the current climate.
The Florida Department of Health’s legislative budget request covers several tech-related items, including a five-year project to replace and modernize the department’s medical quality assurance licensing and regulatory system.
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