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8:00 - 9:00AM
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Registration and Morning Refreshments
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9:00 - 9:15AM
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Welcome and Opening Remarks
Presented by:
- Carlos Ramos - Secretary, Technology Agency, State of California
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9:15 - 10:15AM
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Josh Bernstein, a modern-day Indiana Jones, has built a career exploring some of the greatest mysteries on our planet. He has visited the sacred headwaters... more
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Josh Bernstein, a modern-day Indiana Jones, has built a career exploring some of the greatest mysteries on our planet. He has visited the sacred headwaters of the Blue Nile in Ethiopia on the trail of the Ark of the Covenant and descended into Nazi crypts in Germany in search of the Holy Grail. From the Amazon to the Arctic to the Alps, Josh has witnessed some of the most amazing things the world has to offer.
An award-winning television host and executive producer with 20 years of experience in the wilderness education industry, Josh possesses the unusual ability to apply the skills of wilderness survival to the skills of organizational survival. At the end of the day, after all, its all about surviving and thriving and knowing how to perform at your best
Joshs unique perspective drives this compelling keynote. Josh uses his expertise as a wilderness survival instructor to discuss what it takes to survive; how to move from surviving to thriving; and how to maintain balance and success in both ones professional and ones personal life.
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10:15 - 10:45AM
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Morning Break and Refreshments
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10:45 - 12:00PM
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Concurrent Sessions
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As the go-live date for FI$Cal draws nearer, many in state government are no doubt wondering what impact the system will have on their agency... more
Presented by:
- Tamara Armstrong - FI$Cal Project Director, State of California
- Kelly Holtz - Deputy Director, Change Management Office, FI$Cal, State of California
- Barbara Taylor - FI$Cal Project Executive, State of California
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Description:
As the go-live date for FI$Cal draws nearer, many in state government are no doubt wondering what impact the system will have on their agency and their job. In this session you'll hear from FI$Cal executives overseeing the project about what to expect and when to expect it. You'll also learn how to prepare for the significant changes FI$Cal will bring and how the project is poised to transform the state for the better.
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By now you've heard enough hype around cloud computing to last a lifetime - so the last thing you need is another session covering cloud... more
Presented by:
- Matt Herreras - Senior Manager, Systems Engineering, VMware
- Paulina Orlikowski - Cloud Practice Leader, State, Local and Education Division, HP Enterprise Services, Hewlett-Packard Company
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Description:
By now you've heard enough hype around cloud computing to last a lifetime - so the last thing you need is another session covering cloud computing basics. What you really need are some concrete examples of what cloud computing can do to make a difference in your job and in your agency. The possibilities with cloud computing are unlimited. This session will present you with case studies that will illustrate how organizations are leveraging the cloud to create a lean, mean computing environment that drives efficiency and boosts productivity.
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We live in a wireless world and the demand for services and content will grow exponentially in the years ahead. Where is mobile technology headed?... more
Presented by:
- Reed Pangborn - Executive Sales Director, Government and Education, AT&T
- Clancy Priest - Technology Services Director, City of Hayward
- Wayne Ward - Vice President, Emerging Solutions, Sprint
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We live in a wireless world and the demand for services and content will grow exponentially in the years ahead. Where is mobile technology headed? What are the new capabilities and capacities on the horizon? What should you take into account when developing and evaluating systems and applications? This session focuses on the present and future of wireless technologies and the impact on your IT organization, including discussion on Bring Your Own Device, security and mobile application development.
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We've entered the era of big data. The sheer volume of data created daily is mind-boggling. Yet within that data are keys to better management,... more
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We've entered the era of big data. The sheer volume of data created daily is mind-boggling. Yet within that data are keys to better management, better service and more intelligent decision-making. Existing today are many ways to transform that data into a functional tool. From data warehousing to longitudinal data systems, this session will discuss the ins and outs of data solutions and explain how an organization can relate all of its data as a whole, which in turn can lead to advanced data analysis, reports and dashboards. You'll learn how agencies are using tools to transform big data and you'll be able to leave this session equipped with the knowledge to do the same.
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12:00 - 1:30PM
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If you had to describe the IT industry with just a single word, that word would be change. Change is the one thing perhaps... more
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If you had to describe the IT industry with just a single word, that word would be change. Change is the one thing perhaps the only thing about technology that never changes! This session takes an educated and candid look around the corner to answer burning questions such as:
What is the private sector doing that was not the case two years ago?
How is the IT industry changing?
How do these changes translate into government and when?
How will government stay relevant in a digital society?
Where will customers push you as a service provider?
Where should you be pushing your customers and how?
What realities might change the direction of your organization?
This multi-media session, based on research by the Center for Digital Government and interviews with visionaries in both sectors, explores current and potential game-changers and how to get ready for what lies ahead.
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1:30 - 1:50PM
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Break and Refreshments
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1:50 - 3:05PM
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Concurrent Sessions
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In cities and states around the country, IT leaders are singing a similar song. They all want to know how to unite IT and the... more
Presented by:
- Hong Sae - Chief Information Officer, City of Roseville
- Skip Tappen - Chief Operating Officer, NWN Corporation
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In cities and states around the country, IT leaders are singing a similar song. They all want to know how to unite IT and the business units so that each understands what the other is doing and why they're doing it. This session will tackle what each side needs to do to better serve the other. Hear examples of best practices becoming more business centric and learn how to understand what the business and IT sides do.
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Geographic Information Systems are an indispensable part of government services, yet its powerful potential can go untapped. This session will take you on a brief... more
Presented by:
- Scott Gregory - Geographic Information Officer, State of California
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Description:
Geographic Information Systems are an indispensable part of government services, yet its powerful potential can go untapped. This session will take you on a brief stroll through the evolution of GIS before turning toward the future. As data and location are increasingly integrated into services and software, the role of GIS in government is poised to grow to epic proportions. Find out what lies ahead for GIS and how you can take advantage of this powerful tool to transform service delivery. This session will also explore how those at the executive level can leverage GIS to enact real, powerful change.
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States are just beginning to confront the technology implications of federal health-care reform. From an IT perspective, health-care reform hits states from several directions, and... more
Presented by:
- Greg Franklin - Assistant Secretary, Health Information Technology, Technology Agency, State of California
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States are just beginning to confront the technology implications of federal health-care reform. From an IT perspective, health-care reform hits states from several directions, and technology upgrades could be pivotal to cutting the cost of delivering these new services. This session offers a look at what lies ahead and how to prepare for it.
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Technology procurement tends to be a long, expensive - and sometimes painful - endeavor for everyone involved. This session will focus on the many ways... more
Presented by:
- Patti Malensky - Senior Manager, Major IT Acquisitions, Department of General Services, State of California
- Pete Mastella - Purchasing Manager, Office of Telecommunication Procurement, State of California
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Technology procurement tends to be a long, expensive - and sometimes painful - endeavor for everyone involved. This session will focus on the many ways to form effective partnerships and adopt better strategies to get the most out of the procurement process. You'll also learn how to use the variety of contracts, such as WSCA, GSA and even county contracts, available to California government organizations. This session will enhance your knowledge of state IT contracts and related procurement requirements.
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3:05 - 3:25PM
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Break
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3:25 - 4:45PM
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Concurrent Sessions
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When someone mentions social media, have you ever found you couldn't name a social media site other than Facebook or Twitter? For many people, those... more
Presented by:
- Nabil Fares - Chief Information Officer, Department of Public Health, State of California
- Kassy Perry - President and Chief Executive Officer, Perry Communications Group
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When someone mentions social media, have you ever found you couldn't name a social media site other than Facebook or Twitter? For many people, those sites define social media. But the truth is social media is so much more. This session will breakdown what social media is and the many sites, tools, apps, and even games, that make media social. From Pinterest and Draw Something to Reddit and Xbox Live, social media is much more than 140 characters. This session will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of what social media is and how it's becoming part of everything we do.
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Moderator: Josh Nisbet, Vice President, CGI
In this day and age, the biggest problem in technological advancement is not learning and implementing the new technology but... more
Presented by:
- Gerri Magers - Vice President, CGI
- Kem Musgrove - Director, Enterprise Data to Revenue Project, Franchise Tax Board, State of California
- Josh Nisbet - Vice President, State of California Public Sector, CGI
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Moderator: Josh Nisbet, Vice President, CGI
In this day and age, the biggest problem in technological advancement is not learning and implementing the new technology but in funding the project. In order to cope with tighter purse strings, more and more organizations are looking for partners to share costs and expertise. Non-traditional funding methods and grants are being explored. This session will discuss innovative ways to fund government IT projects.
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25 years ago IT was an impenetrable realm of complexity few people understood. Today, of course, IT facilitates every agency and every line of business.... more
Presented by:
- Paul Benedetto - Undersecretary of Operations, California Technology Agency, State of California
- Shell Culp - Chief Deputy Director, Office of Systems Integration, State of California
- Kari Gutierrez - Assistant Secretary, Professional Development Office, State of California
- Jeff Mersereau - IBM z Client Architect, Systems and Technology Group, IBM
- Kevin Piombo - Deputy Director, Engineering Division, Office of Technology Services, State of California
- Nate Rushfinn - Principle Customer Solutions Architect, CA Technologies
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25 years ago IT was an impenetrable realm of complexity few people understood. Today, of course, IT facilitates every agency and every line of business. Yet as we look toward the future of IT there are many uncertainties. As the workforce ages and retires, many wonder whether weve produced an adequate number of graduates who can carry on the mission of IT. Will tomorrows technologists be able to pull legacy, modern and future systems together? And it may be that the fundamental functions of IT we know today will, in the years to come, transform into something scarcely recognizable. This session will explore how the future of IT will radically change the workplace and beyond. Youll also learn how training and professional development must change and adapt so IT professionals can thrive in the coming era.
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4:45 PM
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Please join us in applauding the winners of the annual Best of California Awards and a special reception to congratulate the winners and celebrate their... more
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Please join us in applauding the winners of the annual Best of California Awards and a special reception to congratulate the winners and celebrate their accomplishments. We'll also unveil the winners of the first GTC App Contest.
