Virginia Governor comments on JLARC Review of Virginia IT infrastructure

Governor Timothy M. Kaine issued the following statement regarding today’s release of a review of the Commonwealth’s information technology infrastructure by the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission (JLARC):

“I’m pleased that JLARC’s review acknowledges the current governance structure for the Virginia Information Technology Agency (VITA) is neither workable nor advisable. JLARC’s conclusion that VITA’s Chief Information Officer should report directly to the Executive Office for the services delivered to state agencies addresses the key concern I have repeatedly raised regarding accountability around Virginia’s IT infrastructure.

“Transformation remains a groundbreaking initiative-and as noted by JLARC’s report, Virginia is continuing to make progress in terms of improving and modernizing our IT infrastructure. However, I agree with JLARC’s assessment that much work remains to be done to ensure this innovative plan achieves the outcomes envisioned for the system over the long-term.

“While VITA’s new CIO has already made bold and necessary changes since assuming his position at the agency, it is critical that customer service to state agencies is developed as a top priority even as VITA focuses on improving its working relationship with Northrop Grumman. At the same time, both VITA and Northrop Grumman must continue to improve their performance in the delivery of services and contract management.

“As we continue to manage through the worst economic crisis in a generation, each of the agencies of Virginia’s Executive Branch has a distinct responsibility to be wise stewards of the Commonwealth’s resources. Moving forward, I expect VITA and Northrop Grumman in particular to redouble their efforts in ensuring prudent and appropriate stewardship, especially as it relates to the procurement and use of IT infrastructure and services.”

Topics: Governance, information technology, internet, IT, IT infrastructure, JLARC, Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission, online, structure, technology, Virginia Information Technology Agency, VITA

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