March 2024 Newsletter

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“I think luck falls on not just the brave but also the ones who believe they belong there.” ― Novak Djokovic


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OIT Accessibility Technology Rules
With the rulemaking now formally complete, the Governor’s Office of Information Technology (OIT) has created an example accessibility statement and Equally Effective Alternate Access Plan for Colorado governments to modify and use as they wish. Please see their Complying with the Technology Accessibility Rules presentation for more information.


Upcoming Webinars
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March 13: Making Accessibility "Business As Usual": How to Keep Up With and Exceed Accessibility Standards

Producing accessible experiences requires more than simply checking a list and relying on third-party tools. Without a more robust commitment and a proactive approach to accessibility, changes in legal requirements and accessibility standards can result in surprises and unexpected work. However, by embedding accessibility in your processes and standards, you can be prepared for these changes. Not only that, you'll create richer experiences that truly provide greater access for a wider range constituents. In this webinar with CapTech, they'll cover best practices that you can adopt in your organization to raise the bar and make accessibility "business as usual." Register to join us March 13th at 10am!

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March 27: Business Process Improvement: Federal, State and Local Levels

RubinBrown will present Trends for Business Process Improvement and their application within the Public Sector. They will include case studies on actual projects delivered and a “How to Get Started” Checklist. Register to join us on March 27th at 10am!

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April 24: Cyber Security Advisory Services and Solutions

Optiv will share how they can partner with you to help meet your Cybersecurity Goals. Register to join us April 24th at 10am!

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May 8: AI Roadmapping: Opportunities and Risks Facing Organizations

While Generative AI platforms, like ChatGPT, can deliver a myriad of opportunities, these advancements bring considerable risks. Since your teams are already using Generative AI platforms, how can you best use on them to increase productivity and gain competitive advantage? How do you mitigate Generative AI risks? And, what are the risks of not using Generative AI?

EVOTEK researchers have been studying Generative AI for over eight years and have cataloged the top 12 opportunities and risks facing organizations today. Join us as we dig into how these are affecting business outcomes in the real-world. Register to join us May 8th at 10am!


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Colorado Cyber Resource Center
The mission of the Colorado Cyber Center (CCRC) is to create a low-barrier entry point for accessing cyber resources in support of the State of Colorado and to develop a platform for advancing cyber education and workforce development opportunities.

Resources

Sign up for CTIS The Colorado Threat Information Sharing group is a joint effort between local jurisdictions and state agencies to share Colorado-specific threat information around cyber issues.

Sign up for the DHS CISA external vulnerability scanning.  Email vulnerability@cisa.dhs.gov and ncats@hq.dhs.gov. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) under Department of Homeland Security offers jurisdictions free vulnerability scanning  and risk analysis support.

Annually complete the NCSR. The Nationwide Cybersecurity Review is a no-cost, anonymous, annual self-assessment that helps measure gaps in state, local, tribal and territorial governments’ cybersecurity programs. This important measuring tool helps our state and national better understand where the most significant cyber resource gaps are.


New Service Launches

  • Granicus - City of Lafayette
  • OGx - Department of Regulatory Affairs
  • Mulesoft - City and County of Denver
  • Salesforce - Colorado Department of Early Childhood
  • Slalom - Department of Health Care Policy and Financing 
  • Optiv - City of Arvada
  • Allyant - Office of Economic Development and International Trade & SIPA
  • EVOTEK - Colorado State Judicial Department
  • NTT Data - Office of Information Technology
  • Tableau - SIPA
  • CommonLook - Colorado Energy Office & City of Littleton

Tyler Colorado's Digital Government Services

New SIPA Customers

  • Town of Blanca
  • Highland Lakes Water District
  • Timber Creek Metropolitan District

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Digital Government Services (DGS) on Colorado.gov

DGS: Payment Processing, Websites, Forms

Check out websites on Colorado.gov

Website training is here. Demo site here.

Changing the alert banner on your website? Tutorial here

Receive notifications for DGS Services & view the colorado.gov operational status page.


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