0502 Office of the Chief Information Officer
Program Descriptions

10 - Office of the Chief Information Officer

The Office of the Chief Information Officer maintains current policies for information technology activities to ensure the state adopts and uses "best practices" of the technology industry in managing the programs and functions of the state. The policies developed and adopted by the Chief Information Officer will focus on minimizing overlap, redundancy, and operating cost by promoting the efficient and effective use of information technology. The Chief Information Officer will maintain a state information technology strategic plan, establish statewide information policies and standards, facilitate the development and implementation of enterprise initiatives, and maintain a governance structure to address issues and concerns that arise as part of technology deployment.

In addition, the Office of the Chief Information Officer assumed responsibility for project review and oversight from the Department of Finance on January 1, 2008. These activities are being transferred to ensure that project-specific decisions are consistent with the state's policies and direction for information technology development. The Chief Information Officer will continue oversight for all reportable technology projects, and assess information technology projects and department/agency performance in the areas of project management, oversight and risk mitigation. The Chief Information Officer will also make recommendations to the Department of Finance and the Governor regarding the costs and benefits of providing funding for specific projects and activities, and will advise departments/agencies when proposed projects are not consistent with the information technology policies and direction the state is pursuing.