Colin Wood

Colin Wood is a Seattle-based writer who writes on various technology topics.

Recent Articles

Amid Controversy, Baltimore Hires a New CTO

July 09, 2012 - Chris Tonjes formerly worked in various tech-related positions for Washington, D.C.

CIOs Play a Big Role in Technology Startups

June 15, 2012 - Technology business incubation might be the hottest trend in government, and CIOs have an important role.

Hennepin County, Minn.: Regional Focus Paying Off

June 06, 2012 - From regional hubs for health and human services delivery to multi-county linking of data centers, Hennepin County has a bold and collaborative vision for the future.

Napa County, Calif.: Wine Country Sows Seeds for Success

May 30, 2012 - County CIO Jon Gjestvang credits a cooperative spirit that is pushing the local government ahead on mobility, document management and other emerging issues.

Bexar County: Where IT Collides with the Alamo

May 23, 2012 - Located in the heart of Texas, San Antonio's county government is rolling out technology to build for the future, while celebrating its rich history.

6 Ways Government Is in the Video Game Business

May 21, 2012 - More and more, government is becoming a gamer.

Young Gun to Replace Retiring U.S. Cyber Czar

May 17, 2012 - Howard Schmidt helped define the role of White House cybersecurity coordinator.

Roseville, Calif.: A Sleepy Railroad Town Grows Up

May 09, 2012 - A three-hour drive northeast of Apple's headquarters, the once sleepy suburb of Roseville is becoming high tech too as "One City."

Persistence Pays Off for Chesterfield County, Va.

May 02, 2012 - Top finisher in the Digital Communities Survey credits long-range vision for its success.

Is Apple Learning to Love the Enterprise?

May 01, 2012 - Are iPads and iPhones ideal for government settings?