After more than six years with the state, North Carolina's technology chief will evaluate new opportunities in the private sector.

In a tumultuous year for state information technology, more than 20 states welcomed new CIOs due to changes from elections, retirements or resignations.

CIO Chris Estes is stepping away from his post after more than two years on the job.

The state chief information officer organization honored 11 IT innovations across eight states for achievements in state information technology.

The governor signed a budget making the state IT agency a cabinet-level department.

After residing in the governor’s office, the state’s IT agency could become a separate department — depending on what the Legislature decides.

After they inevitably leave the public sector, former state IT heads find it hard to stay away from the specialized community.

As debate surrounding the use of drone technology soars, NASCIO recommended that state CIOs be ready to step into the regulation discussions.

A new proposal aims to bring greater efficiency and effectiveness to the state’s use of IT.

A new report submitted to North Carolina state lawmakers last Thursday argues state and local government agencies should be allowed to fly drones from various purposes, including…