WaTech in the News

The online world has evolved and become a much more dangerous place in recent years. Data breaches at public and private organizations are constantly in the news.

Practicing good cyber hygiene is more important than ever.

With the holidays upon us, the state Office of CyberSecurity wanted to run through some common myths related to cybersecurity:

Myth: Small and medium…

Video Recording of the August meeting

Every year Washington state agencies publish a bunch of reports analyzing what's going on in the state. In 2014 there were at least 140 of them contributed to the State Library's very under-appreciated Depository program. Most of these are on topics requested by the legislature - policy questions that aren't quite ripe for decision yet, or accountability for key programs. Often they help…

The Employment Security Department has successfully replaced a nearly 30-year-old computer system that processes unemployment taxes. The modern system features:

Fast and efficient data processing. Intuitive user interfaces and automated workflow. Powerful reporting tools. State-of-the art security and reliability. ADA compliance (Section 508).…

Dear Washingtonians!

I hope you all are doing well, staying home and staying healthy.

The COVID-19 pandemic has been challenging for everyone. However, I am cheered by early signs that conditions are improving in Washington state. Gov. Jay Inslee recently announced his Safe Start plan, a data-driven approach to reopening the state's economy in the coming days and weeks.