Public CIO June 2008

New Generation of Public CIOs Bring Talent, Innovation

By David Raths

Despite the challenges of working in the public sector, a new generation of CIOs is making itsmark with change and creativity.

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Feature

CIOs Try to Follow Top Government IT Security Trends: By Chandler Harris
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
Business continuity suffers as the "ugly stepchild" of IT security.
How to Become a Public-Sector CIO: By Merrill Douglas
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
CIOs can gain better data protection by ensuring applications are built securely.
Biometrics Stems Driver's License Fraud: By Chandler Harris
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, Assistant 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
Colorado CIO Michael Locatis helps consolidate state IT operations.
Laura Fucci, CIO, Clark County, Nev.: By David Raths
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
U.S. Department of Defense Deputy CIO David Wennergren works on strategic issues across all military branches.
Hardik Bhatt, CIO, Chicago: By David Raths
Chicago CIO Hardik Bhatt helps deal with digital divide, improving online transactions for citizens.
Steve Reneker, CIO, Riverside, Calif.: By David Raths
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
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.