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Government and Wireless Carriers Need to Partner on Cybersecurity, Survey Says

October 10, 2012 - A new survey of IT professionals indicates a majority feel government should allow information exchange between public entities and wireless providers to improve mobile cybersecurity.

Where Is E-Government Communication Headed?

October 9, 2012 - Scott Burns, the CEO of GovDelivery, shares some insights about the present and future that might surprise you.

The Center for Internet Security Boosts Government Cybersecurity (VIDEO)

October 9, 2012 - In the war on cybercrime, the nonprofit information sharing group may be state and local government’s secret weapon.

Report: U.S. Opposes Major Changes in Global Telecom Treaty

October 8, 2012 - A conference scheduled for this December was called by the UN to update global telecommunications regulations more than 20 years old, and the US has said the country is ready to cooperate, but doesn't want big changes.

Philadelphia Launches Innovation Office with a Nod to Boston

October 5, 2012 - The Office of New Urban Mechanics will explore innovative, low-cost projects in an environment where failure is accepted.

Cybersecurity Resource Center Created to Help Governors

October 3, 2012 - A new organization aimed at helping states fight against cybersecurity threats was announced by the National Governors Association.

Report: False Alarm in Tulsa Puts CIO on Leave

October 2, 2012 - After a routine test was mistaken for a hacker attack, a mass-email was issued to tens of thousands of customers warning of leaked personal information, costing the city $20,000.

Top 10 Strategic CIO Issues For 2013

September 21, 2012 - The role of the CIO is changing and here’s a list of what the new job entails.

Dallas Names New CIO After Hiring Scandal

September 5, 2012 - One year after a former city CIO hired eight members of his church, Dallas named Bill Finch its new CIO.

Is a CIO Less Expensive than an IT Consultant?

August 30, 2012 - One county recently discovered that retaining a permanent CIO is much cheaper.

A Toolkit for Bring-Your-Own-Device Policies

August 27, 2012 - Federal CIO Council white paper outlines three basic technical approaches to an effective BYOD program.

Report: State Financial Reporting Has Room for Improvement

August 16, 2012 - Oracle survey finds that states are moving away from manual reporting processes.

Oregon CIO Dugan Petty to Retire

August 14, 2012 - Oregon's CIO helped advance information security, GIS technologies and e-government.

McKayla is not Impressed: CIO Edition

August 9, 2012 - Here’s our salute to “McKayla is not impressed,” starring some of our favorite CIOs.

Social Media Advice for Government Agencies from a City CIO

August 9, 2012 - Practical tips for effectively leveraging Facebook with limited resources.

Minneapolis Scrutinizes IT Services Contract

August 6, 2012 - Minneapolis CIO reportedly is preparing to rebid long-running contract that outsources IT services.

‘Footloose’ Moment Teaches IT Lessons in Roseville, Calif.

August 3, 2012 - A rapidly spreading rumor about the city last year offers a cautionary tale for public officials who think social media has little to do with the business of governing.

Philadelphia $120 Million Tech Upgrade Begins

August 2, 2012 - Eight of Philadelphia's major city IT systems will be upgraded once the city decides where to spend the money.

NASCIO’s New Strategic Plan Focuses on the Future of CIOs

August 1, 2012 - The National Association of State Chief Information Officers met to discuss the organization's purpose, goals and guiding principles.

Bill Greeves Hired as CIO of Wake County, N.C.

July 23, 2012 - Greeves is the founder of MuniGov 2.0, a group of public-sector IT employees who looked for ways to use Web 2.0 technology to improve government.