Mark Raymond, CIO, State of Connecticut

Mark Raymond, Chief Information Officer (CIO) for the State of Connecticut, has been a member of the State leadership team since 2011. Appointed as CIO by Governor Malloy and reappointed by Governor Lamont, Raymond oversees the Department of Administrative Services’ Bureau of Information Technology Solutions, which includes responsibilities for the state’s executive-branch technology.

Weekly Roundup: June 2-6, 2025

Artificial Intelligence

A Renewed IBM Center Research Agenda – Seeking Ideas to Improve Government

The IBM Center for The Business of Government connects research to practice, supporting work by scholars that benefits government through analysis of real-world experience and practical, actionable recommendations. Center reports are intended to spark the imagination—crafting new ways to think about government service delivery and operations by identifying trends, new ideas, and best practices in public management and innovation efforts.

Navigating the Complexity and Variability of Government Data to Improve Payment Integrity: Key Insights from an Expert Roundtable

Earlier this year, the IBM Center for The Business of Government and the National Academy of Public Administration brought together a diverse group of experts and stakeholders for a roundtable discussion –  "Recommendations for Improving Payment Integrity" – to discuss strategies for enhancing the integrity of government payments (see first overview post on how AI and emerging technologies can support such strategies).

IBM Center Research Announcement

The IBM Center for The Business of Government connects research to practice, supporting work by scholars that benefits government through analysis of real-world experience and practical, actionable recommendations. Center reports are intended to spark the imagination—crafting new ways to think about government service delivery and operations by identifying trends, new ideas, and best practices in public management and innovation efforts.

Exploring the Use of IT and Technology in State Governments: A Conversation with Tarek Tomes, Chief Information Officer, State of Minnesota

What is the IT strategy for the State of Minnesota? How is the state leveraging emerging technologies? What major IT Initiatives being pursued? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Tarek Tomes Chief Information Officer for the State of Minnesota.
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Monday, June 2, 2025 - 11:16
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Tarek Tomes, CIO, Minnesota

Tarek Tomes serves as the Commissioner of Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) and the State of Minnesota’s Chief Information Officer (CIO), leading state efforts to provide the best possible IT solutions and customer service to the people of Minnesota and our business partners.

Weekly Roundup: May 26-30, 2025

Acquisition/Contracting

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