Government Technology

Public CIO June 2008

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Feature

CIOs Try to Follow Top Government IT Security Trends
By Chandler Harris, Contributing Writer

As threats to government IT grow more sophisticated, CIOs are racing to understand, plan and implement security strategies.

Business Continuity: Inadequate Planning Affects CIOs
By Tod Newcombe, Editor, Editor, Public CIO

Business continuity suffers as the "ugly stepchild" of IT security.

How to Become a Public-Sector CIO
By Merrill Douglas, Contributing Writer

As the government CIO's role continues to change, what's the best career strategy for a professional who aspires to that position?

IT Security: Watch Out for Insecure Software
By Jack Danahy, Contributing Writer

CIOs can gain better data protection by ensuring applications are built securely.

Biometrics Stems Driver's License Fraud
By Chandler Harris, Contributing Writer

Biometrics, once the domain of public safety and welfare, has become more mainstream in the public sector, thanks to improvements in recognition technology.

Work Force: University Helps CIO Bridge IT Talent Gap
By Matt Williams, Associate Editor

Thirsty for interns, the CIO of Los Angeles County's Department of Public Works relies upon a neighborly university.

Michael Locatis, CIO, Colorado
By David Raths, contributing writer

Colorado CIO Michael Locatis helps consolidate state IT operations.

Laura Fucci, CIO, Clark County, Nev.
By David Raths, contributing writer

Clark County, Nev. CIO Laura Fucci improves customer service with Information Technology Infrastructure Library framework.

David Wennergren, Deputy CIO, U.S. Department of Defense
By David Raths, contributing writer

U.S. Department of Defense Deputy CIO David Wennergren works on strategic issues across all military branches.

Hardik Bhatt, CIO, Chicago
By David Raths, contributing writer

Chicago CIO Hardik Bhatt helps deal with digital divide, improving online transactions for citizens.

Steve Reneker, CIO, Riverside, Calif.
By David Raths, contributing writer

Riverside, Calif., CIO Steve Reneker works to bring economic development, wireless broadband to city.

Commentary

CIOs Need Strategies to Compete for Talent
By Pat Bakey, Contributing Writer

Long-term talent management strategies will help reduce skills shortages.

IT Transformation: CIOs Must Address Roadblocks to Change
By Liza Lowery Massey

Lack of unifying purpose haunts IT transformation in government.

CIO Sightings

Portland, Ore., Appoints New Chief Technology Officer
By Liza Lowery Massey

Portland, Ore., Appoints New Chief Technology Officer

Security Adviser

IT Security: Improve Control of Identities
By Dan Lohrmann, Contributing Writer

Good e-government starts with good identity management.

Book Review

Book Review: The Business Value of IT
By Tod Newcombe, Features Editor

Book Review: The Business Value of IT

FastGov

Presidential Candidates' Stance on Technology
By Paul W. Taylor, Contributing Writer

Presidential Candidates' Stance on Technology

Introduction

New CIOs Transform Government
By Tod Newcombe, Editor, Editor, Public CIO

New CIOs Transform Government