Government Technology

Colin Wood

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

Twitter: @govtechnews

Recent Articles

Ambitious IT Plans for Maricopa County Under New CIO
January 09, 2013 - Spearheading the IT agenda of the most populous county in Arizona, Maricopa County CIO David Stevens has his sights set on major infrastructure upgrades, aggressive transparency and relationship-building.

Montana Leads Major Multi-State IT Projects
January 08, 2013 - Though its relatively small population could relegate it to a minor player in the world of government IT, the state of Montana is leading several innovative interstate IT projects, causing other states to take notice.

Madison, Wis., Launches Open Data Platform
January 08, 2013 - Following New York City's lead, Madison passes an open data ordinance and launches an open data platform to spur civic engagement and economic development.

Montgomery County, Md., Online Platform Maps Digital Future
January 03, 2013 - Intended to serve as the foundation for Montgomery County's future open government efforts, the county has a new online portal for open data and services.

4G, 5G and the Future
January 02, 2013 - As researchers study future generations of wireless mobile technology, the International Telecommunications Union hones existing 4G technology.

Greg Wass Brings Collaboration Focus to Illinois
December 21, 2012 - In August, Greg Wass left his position as CIO of Cook County, Ill., to become senior advisor for Gov. Pat Quinn, where he is focused on intergovernmental collaboration and budgetary efficiency.

Boston's Reporting App Expands Statewide
December 18, 2012 - Following the city of Boston's Citizens Connect App, the city and Massachusetts announced a shared reporting app that will reach 36 cities and towns.

Lydia Murray Leads Collaboration in Cook County, Ill.
December 17, 2012 - Named as Greg Wass' replacement, Murray meets weekly with Chicago CIO Brett Goldstein, and the two agencies have pledged to keep each other in mind for all technology investments going forward.

Walkouts Reflect Split on UN Telecommunications Rules
December 14, 2012 - Officials from several countries, including the U.S., walked out during talks at the World Conference on International Telecommunications after several controversial passages were included in the treaty.

Steve Reneker Makes a Move to Los Angeles
December 13, 2012 - Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa announced that Steve Reneker has been appointed as permanent general manager for the city's Information Technology Agency.

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