Dutchess County, N.Y. has been recognized for its top-tier technology practices, ranking sixth in the nation for mid-size county governments in the 2024 Digital Counties Survey. Conducted by the Center for Digital Government and the National Association of Counties, the survey applauded the county’s efforts in cybersecurity, service delivery, and innovative technology application. The Office of Central and Information Services (OCIS) was specifically praised for its work in these areas.
OCIS recently played a crucial role in restoring county operations and services after a technology outage affected millions of Microsoft Windows users, including Dutchess County Government employees. Additionally, the office hosts an annual Cyber Security Summit to enhance cybersecurity preparedness throughout the county.
Last year’s Summit included discussions on best practices in artificial intelligence and its use by cybercriminals. For more information on Dutchess County’s technological achievements, visit https://bit.ly/3A1QC9V. The county continues to prioritize the use of technology to improve services for its residents and ensure the security of its digital systems.
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