9/26/2024 10:52:27 AM
September 26, 2024 (Saint Paul, MN) - The Center for Digital Government has awarded Minnesota the highest grade for its use of digital technology in 2024. Minnesota earned an overall "A" in the 2024 Digital States Survey.
“We’re committed to delivering the best government services for Minnesotans, using technology to focus on the needs of the people we serve,” said Governor Walz. “This recognition shows that Minnesota continues to lead the way in using innovative solutions to improve lives.”
Minnesota was one of nine states to earn an "A," which reflects strong innovation, high-performing technology solutions, and the application of best practices in operations, governance, and administration.
“Technology is at the core of effective government, and our efforts are focused on making Minnesota the best place to live, work, and raise a family,” said Tarek Tomes, Commissioner of Minnesota IT Services and the state's Chief Information Officer. “We’re honored to be recognized by the Center for Digital Government for our leadership. This recognition fuels our commitment to harness innovative, inclusive technology that benefits all Minnesotans.”
Minnesota also received first place for its exemplary work in Continuous Innovation category in recognition of the exploration, testing, and appropriate application of emerging technologies to improve government services.
The Digital States Survey helps states benchmark their use of digital technologies to improve service delivery, boost capacity, and achieve policy goals. A full national overview of all 50 states and their grades is available on the Center for Digital Government’s website. Minnesota will be recognized at the National Association of State Chief Information Officers Annual Conference in New Orleans, LA on September 29.
The Center for Digital Government (CDG) is a national research and advisory institute focused on IT policies and best practices in state and local governments. Through its programs and services, the CDG provides public and private sector leaders with knowledge and support to effectively integrate new technologies in the 21st century.
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Minnesota IT Services, led by the state’s Chief Information Officer, is the Information Technology agency for Minnesota’s executive branch, providing enterprise and local IT services to over 70 agencies, boards, and commissions. MNIT employs more than 2,400 people. Together, we build, maintain, and secure the State’s IT infrastructure, applications, projects, and services. MNIT sets IT strategy, direction, policies, and standards for enterprise IT leadership and planning. We also serve Minnesotans by connecting all 87 counties, 300 cities, and 200 public higher education campuses across the state on the MNET network. Through public-private partnerships, our team proactively protects the state’s information systems and the private data of 5.7 million Minnesotans.
