Overview

March 17

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Data is at the center of everything government does. And advances in technology have enabled public sector organizations to gather more information than ever before. But translating all that data into decisions still presents a challenge to many state and local agencies.

To help governments better understand the current data landscape – the promises, the challenges and the strategies to help you get all the data you need to everyone who needs it, quickly and securely – Government Technology is partnering with Oracle on a special two-part webcast series with former Utah CIO Mike Hussey.

In Part 1 of this conversation, on March 17, we’ll talk with Hussey about how government’s data needs have changed, and how to best make use of real-time data to drive decision-making. This half-hour discussion will also focus on:

  • What agencies can do to keep their data secure in the face of external and internal threats
  • How to ensure data privacy for constituents
  • How to improve management and analytics throughout your data life cycle

And on April 26, make plans to join us for Part 2 of our conversation with Hussey, where we’ll look at how governments can truly translate data into action.

Speakers

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Mike Hussey

Industry Executive Director, Oracle and former CIO, State of Utah

Michael Hussey joined Oracle as industry executive director for state and local strategy in November 2021, after serving 25 years in Utah state government roles. He began his career with the University of Utah, first on the help desk and then as network manager. Following this, he held a series of IT management and executive roles in the governor’s office. Prior to moving to Oracle, Hussey served over 5 years as Utah’s state CIO and executive director of the Department of Technology Services. He holds a bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University, and has also studied at the University of Utah.

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Joe Morris — Moderator

Deputy Chief Innovation Officer, Government Technology

Joseph Morris is the Deputy Chief Innovation Officer of Government Technology's parent company e.Republic and a national keynote speaker on issues, trends and drivers impacting state and local government and education. He has authored publications and reports on funding streams, technology investment areas and public-sector priorities, and has led roundtables, projects and initiatives focused on issues within the public sector. Joe has conducted state and local government research with e.Republic since 2007 and knows the ins and outs of government on all levels. He received his Bachelor of Arts in government and international relations from the California State University, Sacramento.