The pandemic and advancements in tech are affording states new opportunities — and presenting challenges — state IT leaders said during an online event.

"This is long overdue," said Ohio CIO Ervan Rodgers, who led his colleagues in sharing how they've dealt with COVID-19 and other challenges.

With governors around the country ordering their workforces to perform duties remotely, CIOs face new logistical problems.

A preview of NASCIO's 2019 survey data shows state IT leaders are becoming more interested in how the emerging technologies can transform business processes.