Big changes are brewing! Coffee with Kehoe is evolving into a dynamic podcast, bringing fresh conversations, expert insights, and deeper dives into the tech topics shaping Washington state. This new format also comes with an exciting addition, Chief of Staff Amy Pearson joins as co-host alongside Bill Kehoe. Together, they’ll tackle key issues, emerging trends, and policies shaping our state’s…
WaTech in the News
WaTech's Enterprise Cloud Computing Program (ECCP) this week announced new updates to the Cloud Learning Platform, hosted by Pluralsight. This industry-leading learning platform offers thousands of online training courses covering a diverse set of topics, not just cloud technologies.
To date, the platform is onboarding 43 agencies, with approximately 2,900 state IT professionals…
State Chief Privacy Officer Katy Ruckle and Chief Technology Officer Nick Stowe testified before the state Legislature on Wednesday about recent reports completed as part of Executive Order 24-01 on generative Artificial Intelligence.
Speaking before the House Technology, Economic Development, & Veterans Committee, Katy and Nick outlined four…
Data Privacy Week 2025: Events & Resources
International Privacy Day is recognized on Jan. 28 and WaTech is celebrating Privacy Week this year from January 27th to January 31st. Privacy week helps raise awareness about online privacy and reminds us to think about how we share our personal information.
To celebrate and recognize Privacy Week 2025, WaTech's…
Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech) advanced innovation, cybersecurity, and data accessibility across the state during 2024. From supporting state agencies to bolstering services for residents, WaTech drove innovation in serving the needs of Washingtonians through technology.
“As we move into 2025, it’s important to reflect on the progress we’ve made in building a more…