Collaboration is key for state broadband officials State broadband officials said during a NASCIO panel that cooperation among federal, state and local partners is a crucial element of deployment. May 27, 2021 By Ryan Johnston
Vendors need to read up before pitching, state CIOs say Wisconsin CIO Trina Zanow said she's looking for private-sector partners that are "standing in the trenches" with officials as they serve the public. May 26, 2021 By Ryan Johnston
House members propose $500 million in state and local cyber grants "A dedicated cybersecurity grant program is long overdue," said NASCIO, which has lobbied for more federal support to fight threats like ransomware. May 12, 2021 By Benjamin Freed
Nearly 75% of states launched chatbots to aid pandemic response Surging demand at health and labor departments spurred adoption of chatbots in state government, according to a new NASCIO report. Jun 26, 2020 By Colin Wood
Man working from home with laptop wearing shirt, tie and pajama pants Remote work to be a ‘lasting feature’ for state IT offices Several state CIOs predict that widespread telework will linger in government long after the COVID-19 pandemic ends. May 5, 2020 By Ryan Johnston
Security concept: Golden closed padlock on digital background, 3d render ‘Whole-of-state’ cybersecurity efforts rely on good communications Finding trusted local partners is crucial for a statewide cybersecurity strategy, North Carolina Chief Risk Officer Maria Thompson said during a NASCIO webcast. May 5, 2020 By Benjamin Freed
Group of Robots and personal computer vector illustration States are warming up to new technologies during pandemic, CIOs say As state agencies face urgent needs during their responses to COVID-19, IT leaders see an opportunity to evangelize for their trade. May 4, 2020 By Colin Wood
Missouri CIO says creativity is needed to address workforce challenges With not enough funding for new positions or training to keep up with technological changes, state CIO Mike Cheles encourages new tactics. Oct 28, 2019
Delaware IT agency elevates partnerships by embedding staff State CIO James Collins said he places customer engagement officials in each partner agency to improve how they work together. Oct 17, 2019
College partnerships are keeping Nebraska’s workforce full State CIO Ed Toner says partnerships with local community colleges have eliminated his office’s workforce problems. Oct 15, 2019