CDT Connect: Executive Messages

California’s Journey to Cloud Success

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...

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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Are You Secure?

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...

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Statewide IT Strategic Planning Underway

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,...

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CDT’s Cloud Smart Journey

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...

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OPD Progress Driven by Changing Workforce

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...

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Public Service Recognition Week

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...

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