CDT Connect: Executive Messages
California’s Journey to Cloud Success
A message from Jonathan Porat, State Chief Technology Officer November 29, 2023 – 10 years ago, the California Department of Technology (CDT) released its last major Cloud computing policy. CDT’s last Cloud Policy relied on a “Cloud First” mindset. Back then “The...
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Are You Secure?
A message from Vitaliy Panych, State Chief Information Security Officer October 23, 2023 – On October 12, the 7th California Cybersecurity Education Summit showcased our united efforts to secure Californians’ privacy by attracting more than 700 dedicated technology...
Statewide IT Strategic Planning Underway
A message from Pam Haase, Deputy Director Strategic Initiatives September 27, 2023 – This year, the California Department of Technology (CDT) will embark on developing the new Statewide IT Strategic Plan for California’s state government to replace its current plan,...
CDT’s Cloud Smart Journey
A message from Jared Johnson, Deputy State Chief Information Officer and Chief Deputy Director August 9, 2023 – In the 10 years since CDT’s Cloud First policy was released, much has changed in the world of cloud-based solutions. Under CDT’s previous Cloud First...
Unveiling the Future with California’s New Digital Strategy
A message from Jonathan Porat, State Chief Technology Officer July 12, 2023 – The release of the new Digital Strategy by the California Department of Technology (CDT), developed in collaboration with the Government Operations Agency and the Office of Data and...
OPD Progress Driven by Changing Workforce
A message from Crystal Holcomb, Deputy Director of the Office of Professional Development (OPD) June 14, 2023 – The OPD at CDT has noticed a rise in interest for our academies, boot camps, registration courses and eLearning platform, PACe. In 2023, the IT...
Public Service Recognition Week
From Liana Bailey-Crimmins, State CIO and CDT Director May 10, 2023 – May 8-12 is Public Service Recognition Week. It’s an opportunity to recognize and thank the individuals who serve our nation as federal, state, county and municipal government employees. Watch the...
OTech Springs Forward
A message from Scott MacDonald, Deputy State Chief Technology Officer April 5, 2023 - CDT is embracing growth and change this spring. We’re shifting to a hybrid environment, which will provide opportunities to meet with our customers and collaborate on new...
Broadband for All, Digital Equity Together
A message from Deputy Director of Broadband and Digital Literacy Scott Adams March 13, 2023 – Partner with us to develop the State’s Digital Equity plan and have a say in how future federal dollars are allocated to close the digital divide. Access to broadband and...