WaTech in the News

Washington was given an overall grade of A- and also recognized as one of the "Top 3" states for its exemplary work in Data Driven Government in the state's use of systematic data-based analytical mechanisms and techniques that are used to efficiently and effectively…

The National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO) recognizes Washington state's Paid Family and Medical Leave project.

Washington state's Employment Security Department received the State CIO Office Special Recognition award from the National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO) this week for its work in launching the state's paid family and…

Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech) has identified more than $4.5 million in savings through its Mainframe as a Service (MFaaS) transition project.

"I'm pleased to announce that this project will deliver sustainable, cost-effective mainframe services and cut costs by more than 30% for most agency customers," said state CIO and WaTech Director Jim Weaver. "This will represent more…

WaTech's state Office of Cybersecurity is receiving reports of fake SecureAccess Washington (SAW) phishing emails that attempt to trick people into providing their account credentials.

In the example below, users are told they have 24 hours to correct inaccurate information or their SAW account will be restricted.

SAW administrators will never send an email asking users to…

State Chief Privacy Office Katy Ruckle recently gave a presentation about changes to the state's data breach notification law that have expanded the definition of personal information, reduced the time organizations have to notify individuals of a breach and reduced the time to notify the state attorney general's office.

The webinar aims to help government agencies become more aware of…