NASCIO represents state CIOs and has feted states work on technology projects for 14 years, and the awards are given annually to state IT programs and systems that have created proven cost-effective, innovative solutions in the operation of state government.
This year, the program received a record number of entries -- 17 nominations from 30 states. Winners were selected in nine categories and two additional projects received special recognition awards.
"Now, more than ever before, it is important to recognize state IT projects that exemplify best practices," said NASCIO President and CIO of Kentucky Aldona Valicenti. "This year our winners truly represent the best of the best. Our congratulations go out to the winners."
NASCIOs Awards committee, comprised of state and corporate members, chose the award winners. Kay Argo, CIO of Alabama, chaired the committee.
Criteria for selection included a description of the project; length of time in operation; relative significance to the operation of government; benefits realized by service recipients, taxpayers, agencies and the state; and return on investment. Full submissions from all nominations are posted on NASCIOs Web site.
The winners in the nine categories are:
Accessibility:
North Carolina: NC Classes On-Line
Communications Infrastructure:
Kentucky: ARTIMIS
Digital Government:
California: CALBuy
Information Architecture:
Pennsylvnia: PA Commonwealth Connect Project
Innovative Use of Technology:
Michigan: FARSTaR Project: The Evolution of Tax Compliance
IT Professional Retention and Recruitment:
Idaho: Information Technology Training Program
Public/Private Partnership:
Virginia: Department of Taxation
Service Applications:
New Mexico: eChild Support
State Planning and Management Initiatives:
Washington: Washington State Digital Government Plan
Special Recognition 1:
West Virginia: Digital Divide Bridging Blocks
Special Recognition 2:
Texas: SERFF- The System for Electronic Rate and Form Filing
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