Data ‘a strategic asset’ for state government, says CIO
South Dakota CIO Madhu Gottumukkala says his state’s data governance efforts involve transforming data into a “strategic asset.”
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Each Wednesday, StateScoop’s Priorities Podcast explores the latest in state and local government technology news and analysis. Listen to in-depth conversations with government and industry’s top executives, and learn about trending stories affecting state and local IT leaders ranging from modernization and digital accessibility to the latest advances in generative artificial intelligence.
Communication key for Utah IT, says CIO
Utah Chief Information Officer Alan Fuller says meeting with agencies to develop IT strategic plans specific to their needs has been an illuminating project.
How AI chatbots fall short when talking about voting
Researchers from the Center for Democracy & Technology break down the many ways AI chatbots struggle to parse complex rules about voting with disabilities.
Connecticut’s new CISO is starting with ‘fundamentals’
Connecticut CISO Gene Meltser says he's shoring up fundamental cyber protections, including patching, hardening and asset management.
How Maryland is expanding digital services efforts
Maryland Chief Digital Experience Officer Marcy Jacobs joins StateScoop's Priorities Podcast to share her team's approach to improving online services for residents.
Why New Jersey’s innovation office is expanding
New Jersey Chief Innovation Officer Dave Cole shares the progress of his Office of Innovation on the Priorities Podcast.
Why was Missouri’s auditor given new powers?
Missouri Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick explains why his office was given new authority over local governments and how it will be used.
Georgia’s new voter website has legal watchdogs concerned
Lawyer Julie Houk tells StateScoop's Priorities Podcast why her group issues a cease and desist against the Georgia secretary of state's office.
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Jake Williams is the vice president of content and community for StateScoop and EdScoop. He's spent nearly a decade in the government IT market, covering the ins and outs of state and local government, as well as higher education. He started his journalism career in his native Pennsylvania and has also worked as a reporter for Campaigns & Elections magazine.