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Artificial Intelligence Resources
Gov. Jay Inslee signed an executive order on Jan. 30, 2024, to develop guidelines for how the state adopts generative artificial intelligence into its own systems to ensure its ethical and transparent use.
Under Inslee’s order, WaTech, the agency operating the state’s technology and information security services, will work with the governor’s cabinet agencies to submit a report identifying potential generative AI initiatives that could be implemented in state operations. The plan would develop initial guidelines for how the government may procure, use and monitor the use of generative AI … (Read more)
Data Privacy week
Privacy Week helps spread awareness about online privacy and educates people on how to manage their personal information and keep it secure. The celebration culminates with Data Privacy Day on Jan. 28.
To celebrate and recognize Privacy Week this year WaTech's Office of Data and Privacy Protection (OPDP) is focusing on biometrics and AI... (Read more)
OPDP Privacy Certification Training Voucher Application FAQ's
Privacy Threshold Analysis
A Privacy Threshold Analysis (PTA) is a questionnaire used to determine if an information technology system contains Personally Identifiable Information (PII), and whether a Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) is required. Washington state agencies that are required to complete a Security Design Review, must also complete a PTA if the new system or project will be processing PII. The Office of Privacy and Data Protection (OPDP) is available to help answer any questions you may have about the PTA process or completing the PTA form.
- OPDP hosted a webinar on how to complete the PTA form in March 2023(link is external). (See slide deck)
- Example of the PTA form here.