In a very short time, the Internet has become a primary channel for the delivery of government services, or "E-Government." Utah is one of the nation's leaders in providing over 750 online government services which has received numerous awards and recognitions for its cutting edge services.

Mark VanOrden, the Chief Information Officer for the State of Utah is responsible for vision, strategy, direction, guidelines, policies, planning, coordination, and oversight for information technology for all of the executive branch agencies of our State government. The CIO reports to the Governor, and is a member of the Governor's Senior Staff, Cabinet Council, and works with department and IT executives across the state. He also serves as the Executive Director of the newly-established Department of Technology Services.

New Extended hours

Beginning August 4, 2008 the State of Utah CIO's Office will begin extended hours with extended service. Our offices will be open Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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