CDT Connect: OTech Edition
Good Things Ahead
By Jared Johnson, Deputy State Chief Information Officer and Chief Deputy Director of CDT January 11, 2023 – We’ve closed the door on 2022 and begun an exciting, new chapter in state technology. But let’s not shut the door quite so fast. In retrospect, there were...
The California State Web Template V6 is here
By Artem Khomishen, Information Technology Manager, Data Services and Web Development January 11, 2023 – Version 6 (V6) is the final production release of the State Web Template. It marks the close of a 10-year era of state templates and standards and bridges our...
CALNET Records Highest Customer Receipts in History
January 11, 2023 – CDT continues to see high demand for CALNET services as the program recorded its highest receipts on record last fiscal year. CALNET registered $499.8 million in sales during the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022. That figure represents a 2% increase...
OTech Tunes Up Services: Learn More at the Forum
Scott MacDonald, Deputy State Chief Technology Officer October 5, 2022 – At OTech, we know how important it is to invest in the right tools for the job and your feedback helps us make sure we’re offering what you need most. We’ve been hard at work over the...
Modernize Your Transit Program With CALNET Cellular Data Plans
October 5, 2022 – For over 20 years, the California Network and Telecommunications Program (CALNET) has made it easy for government entities to order products and services through its statewide contracts. It continues to meet the critical telecommunications and...
Updates make PAL process more friendly
October 5, 2022 – Updates launched in March 2022 have made project planning more “friendly” for state departments in planning their IT solutions. PAL was reimagined with feedback and participation across state departments, the Legislative Analyst’s Office, and the...
Team Spotlight: Service Management Support
October 5, 2022 – OTech offers a variety of infrastructure, software and professional services to state and local government entities. The IT Service Management Support (ITSM) provides best value by taking a "customer first" approach. Roles &...
CDT Accepting Applications for IT Leadership Academy
September 26, 2022 – Applications are being accepted for the CDT’s Information Technology Leadership Academy (ITLA), a training ground for public sector technology professionals looking to move up in management and the executive ranks. ITLA is CDT’s flagship academy...
Welcome to CDT Connect: OTech Edition
Liana Bailey-Crimmins State CIO and CDT Director July 13, 2022 – Welcome to the inaugural issue of CDT Connect: OTech Edition. As state CIO and CDT director I want to welcome you to our new, quarterly newsletter designed to enhance our communication, a top priority...