Maine Digital Government Summit

"As with all things related to technology, the only constant is change. Much of government change is brought about by those on the inside. The 2008 Maine Digital Government Summit offers an opportunity for state and municipal employees to engage with the right people in the technology field to improve the way citizens work and connect with government in Maine. When being asked to provide more services in times of budgetary constraints, technology is often viewed as the answer. Technologists need to think alternatively and collaboratively in their role as change agents. Information technology is now business technology. Please join me at the Summit on October 6th to share in the transformation to efficient, centralized and streamlined services meeting the citizen's needs."

- Richard Thompson, Chief Information Officer, State of Maine

Opening Remarks

Monday, October 6, 2008 | 9:00 am

The Honorable John Baldacci
Governor, State of Maine

Opening Keynote

Monday, October 6, 2008 | 9:15 am

The Changing Face of Maine

Ron Crouch, Director, State Data Center, University of Louisville

The population is changing fast. As the Boomers start to leave the workforce, Millennials, GenXers and a wide range of immigrants are taking their place, and we are faced with what many feel is one of the most eclectic collections of personnel (and populations) in our nation's history. You have heard some of the facts and trends, but certainly not all. In this session, nationally known demographic expert Ron Crouch - back by popular demand - answers such vital questions as: Who are the citizens of tomorrow and what will they demand from government? What new challenges are facing government in the years ahead? What will happen to the workforce? How does Maine compare to the rest of the country? This session is guaranteed to provide some real surprises and Mr. Crouch's candor and humor keep things lively.

General Session

Monday, October 6, 2008 | 12:35 pm

Situation Room: Data Breach

Modeled on the concept of the White House Situation Room, this session takes the audience through a data breach simulation. We have all heard numerous stories about nightmares faced by public and private organizations after the loss of sensitive information. The odds are against it happening to you, but what if it does? No one wants to be front page news - at least not in this way. It will never be possible to protect 100% of all data, but it is possible to set priorities and to be prepared... and to stay out of the headlines! This thought-provoking session focuses on how to prevent a data breach, how to react to a loss should it occur, and last but not at all least, how and when to disclose it.

Topics Will Include

• Workforce of Tomorrow
• eDiscovery and Electronic Records Retention
• Teleworking, Teleconferencing and Remote Access
• eServices: Accessibility and the Human Factor
• Next Generation Online Tools and Services
• Data Integration and Exchange
• Geospatial Imaging and Mapping
• Broadband and Beyond
• Digital Information Storage and Retrieval
• Are Open Source and Freeware Appropriate for Government?
  

Registration

Early Registration Discount for Government Employees:
$75 Government - before September 5, 2008

Standard Government Registration:
$99 Government - standard

Group Registration Discount for Government Agencies:
$49.50 Government - You must have three or more individuals to qualify for group rate. To coordinate your group rate or get more information, please contact Anthony Yanez, 800-917-7732 ext. 1348.

Industry Registration:
$1,500

Contact Us

If you are interested in attending the Maine Digital Government Summit 2008, please contact Anthony Yanez, Registration Coordinator, 800.917.7732 ext. 1348.

If you are interested in sponsoring the Maine Digital Government Summit 2008, please contact Stacy Ward-Probst, Vice President of Sales, 916.932.1396.