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Public transportation is critical to cities, states and regions. Technology can enable #government agencies to enhance services and improve safety. Here are 3 ways technology can improve public #transportation. #vteam #publicsector #stategovernment

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[Hawaii Gov - CIO Reporting Structure] I recently read about the new legislation awaiting Governor Josh Green's signature, which proposes significant changes to the reporting structure of Hawaii's Chief Information Officer (CIO). Senate Bill 2516, which positions the CIO's office under the Department of Accounting and General Services (DAGS), presents both opportunities and challenges for Hawaii's digital transformation. ~ Government Technology '24 Key Points: - Operational Alignment vs. Strategic Autonomy: The bill aims to resolve structural ambiguities by aligning the CIO's office within DAGS. While this could streamline administrative processes, it potentially limits the CIO’s strategic autonomy, a critical factor for driving state-wide digital transformation. - Importance of Enterprise-Wide Vision: Inspired by Isaac Sacolick, the role of the CIO is pivotal in orchestrating an enterprise-wide IT strategy. Reducing the CIO’s direct line to the governor could hinder the state's ability to innovate and respond agilely to emerging technological challenges and opportunities. - Balancing Control and Innovation: Critics, including former CIO Doug Murdock, argue that the new structure might prioritize operational control over innovation. Sacolick emphasizes that digital leaders must have the freedom to innovate and collaborate across all levels to implement effective digital solutions. - Organizations like the National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO) and the Public Technology Institute (PTI) have highlighted the importance of CIO reporting relationships and their potential impact on digital service delivery and innovation. - The Need for Inclusive Review: Reflecting Sacolick’s advocacy and other organization agility thought-leaders, for continuous improvement and stakeholder engagement, it’s crucial to further study the implications of this legislative change. Engaging the Hawaii IT Steering Committee to evaluate and recommend the best governance structure would ensure a balanced approach. Reflections: A governance structure that empowers the CIO with both the authority and flexibility to lead Hawaii's digital transformation is crucial. The emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly generative AI, has underscored the need for CIOs to have autonomy and a direct reporting line to the highest levels of government leadership. This autonomy is crucial for CIOs to drive innovation, enhance citizen services, and streamline operations through the effective utilization of AI and other emerging technologies note: Hawaii achieved an overall grade of B+ in a Digital States Survey #HawaiiGov #CIO #HawaiiTech #DigitalTransformation #ITGovernance #Innovation #StarCIO #Leadership #OperationalExcellence #EnterpriseIT #GovernmentTech #DigitalStrategy #Digitaltrailblazers #OrganizationalAgility #BeTheChangeHawaii

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Seeing this, these days, is highly disappointing. As a CIO that did NOT report to the Governor, but having other CIO positions where I did have a direct reporting relationship to the executive, the value proposition of the IT leader is clearly more influential to the organization direction, choice of innovation tools and direct impact on citizen solutions. Having the CIO down the food chain will require much more lobbying for what's good and right for the organization. In some cases, this fully diminishes the ability to be a valued disrupter and changes the course of IT leadership back into an operational, maintenance role. I hope any state/governmental body takes a good hard look at what can be accomplished when the CIO has a seat at the leadership table. #CIO #cioinleadership #cioreporting

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How are threat actors weaponizing generative AI, and how can AI help the good guys? You'll find out in this eBook from Microsoft Security and OpenAI. Download it here. 👇

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The recent data theft at LAUSD underscores the urgent need for robust cybersecurity across all sectors. Cyber threats are evolving, making it essential to protect sensitive information and manage systemic risks effectively. Operational and financial disruptions from such breaches can be devastating. KIRO Group provides advanced solutions to prevent these challenges. Our managed services, zero-trust architecture, and 24/7 monitoring ensure only authorized access to your data. By proactively managing risks, we help maintain operational continuity and protect your financial stability. 📧 info@kirogroup.io 🌐 www.kirogroup.io #CyberSecurity #DataProtection #KIROGroup #ZeroTrust #RiskManagement #StaySecure

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Just finished the learning path “Prepare for the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Certification Exam (2022)”!

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Plan Design Issues & Practical Corrections Webcast on Aug. 6-7, Virtual APC on Sept. 4-6, and 401(k) Plans: Beyond the Basics Webcast on Oct. 28 and 30, and Nov. 1, 2024. http://spr.ly/6048cG1T8

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I am excited to be part of this session at my favorite conference, TribalNet! Please join John Campbell, Kevin Adler, and me in a discussion about streamlining #citizen services while meeting unexpected challenges and asserting #tribal sovereignty in this digital age. #25YearsofTribalNet

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Addressing every potential cybersecurity threat is infeasible. Security and risk management leaders must focus on the most likely and impactful threats and exposures. Learn how to take a risk-based approach to improve threat detection and increase your response time.

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For Government IT leaders, efficiency, productivity, and cost savings are top priorities. With the Low-Code Guide for Government, learn best practices from peers such as the U.S. Air Force, California DMV, and National Telecommunications and Information Administration. See how they build secure, cost-effective experiences with rapid application development.

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For Government IT leaders, efficiency, productivity, and cost savings are top priorities. With the Low-Code Guide for Government, learn best practices from peers such as the U.S. Air Force, California DMV, and National Telecommunications and Information Administration. See how they build secure, cost-effective experiences with rapid application development.

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CorpInfoTech can find out where the gaps in your compliance strategy lie and what you can do to fill them. #CMMC #cybersecuritycompliance #SEC #HIPAA #NIST800171 https://hubs.li/Q02yZstw0

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Just finished the course “Cybersecurity Foundations: Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)” by AJ Yawn! Check it out: https://lnkd.in/gBqnsrEu #governanceriskmanagementandcompliance #cybersecurity.

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