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Michigan revs up e-gov BY Eric Kulisch Federal Computer Week 25 September 2000 "Michigan has made great strides in Web service delivery during the past five months, and officials in charge of e-government applications say they have just begun to make government more accessible to citizens...."

New Michigan Portal Creates Common Look for Agencies. Govtech, Jul 16, 2001 -- LANSING, Mich. -- "When state officials wanted to redesign the state's portal, they turned to more than 250 customers of online government services for help...." http://www.michigan.gov/

Michigan.gov Sets Record Pace for Usage. Govtech, Aug 16, 2001 -- LANSING, Mich. -- "One month after the launch of Michigan.gov -- the state's new Web portal -- a record number of visitors are taking advantage of what the site has to offer...."

Order in the Cyber Court - Michigan is attempting to launch a cutting-edge cyber court to speed business cases through the legal system. By Merrill Douglas - Govtech.net October 2001. "Young businesses have died on the vine while waiting for legal disputes to crawl through the courts. "Information technology companies, especially, could be out of business by the time something reaches a jury," said David Zurvalec, an attorney and vice president of industrial relations at the Michigan Manufacturers Association in Lansing, Mich...."

Michigan opens e-store on state portal, By Wilson P. Dizard III, GCN Staff, Government Computer News, 15 November 2001. "Michigan has unveiled a pilot electronic store at mi-mall.michigan.gov/dnr for wildlife patches, posters and other products sold by the Natural Resources Department...."

Michigan.gov gathers visitors, much praise, by Mike Wendland. The Detroit Free Press, November 12, 2001. "The new State of Michigan Web portal is expanding again, adding new departments and services as the number of monthly visitors to the 3-month-old site grows...."

Michigan pushes broadband, BY Dibya Sarkar. Government e-Business, December 5, 2001. "The Michigan Senate introduced legislation last week to speed up Internet broadband development and access throughout the state as a way to spur economic growth and address the digital divide...."

Mich. Bill Will Create Electronic Court. Govtech.net, January 10, 2002 -- LANSING, Mich. -- "Gov. John Engler signed a bill Wednesday creating a virtual state court, where lawyers can file briefs online and put in their court appearances by teleconference...."

Paving over paperwork, BY STEPHANIE OVERBY. CIO Magazine, February 1, 2002 - Enterprise Value Awards "By automating its collection of inspection data, Michigan cuts the cost of building roads and bridges..."

Deloitte Consulting - The Transformation is Now: Michigan's Innovative Formula for e-Government Success, February 2002. "Michigan's success story is manifested in a great portal facing outward. But in fact, the success of Michigan.gov is made possible by what transpired on the inside-an innovative approach to e-Government called e-Michigan that the State developed as part of a deeper and broader drive to transform the way it serves its constituents, using all the tools of the modern Internet age...."

Michigan answers a calling, By Dibya Sarkar. Government eBusiness, March 22, 2002. "With tax season in full swing, Michigan's Treasury Department recently launched a state-of-the-art centralized call center for its individual and business taxpayers, the first step in a much larger around-the-clock electronic customer service offering...."

MIKE WENDLAND: State IT chief puts security, access on list.by Mike Wendland. The Detroit Free Press, March 29, 2002. "The head of Michigan's brand-new Department of Information Technology wants to bring e-government to those left behind by the digital divide...."

Is your site effective? The right metrics can tell, By Dan Lohrmann, Special to GCN, Government Computer News, v.21, no.10, 6 May 2002. "Build customer-focused e-government, and they will come...."

Michigan will combine four pension plans into one system, By Wilson P. Dizard III. Government Computer News, 7 October 2002. "Michigan’s Office of Retirement Services has accepted delivery of the first stage of a $25.2 million public retirement system for its Office of Retirement Services, the agency said. Under the Vision ORS project, the agency will integrate four public pension plans into one system...."

Michigan lawmakers give bird’s-eye view of sessions, By Dipka Bhambhani. Government Computer News, v.21, no.31, October 21, 2002. "Legislature uses streaming video for its staff and the public. The Michigan Legislature now broadcasts all of its hearings and committee sessions live over nine channels of streaming video. Constituents can watch over the Internet, and legislative staff can tap in via a secure IP intranet...."

Michigan's New CIO Takes the Helm. Government Technology - January 21, 2003 -- LANSING, Mich. -- "Gov. Jennifer Granholm appointed Teresa Takai as Michigan's new CIO and head of the state's Department of Information and Technology late last week..."

Breaking New Ground - The No Child Left Behind Act means huge changes in school data collection and reporting; some states are making diverse systems work together. By Justine K. Brown - Government Technology, February 2003. "When President Bush signed the No Child Left Behind Act into law Jan. 8, 2002, states suddenly faced a huge technology problem -- not only were they required to collect and report school performance data, they also had to disaggregate that data to track the performance of individual students in various ways. For most schools, that meant a level of tracking and reporting far beyond their IT capabilities..."

Michigan will require some to e-file income taxes, By Nancy Ferris. Government Computer News, 1 May 2003. "Michigan is joining two nearby states in requiring corporations and professional tax preparers with large numbers of customers to file income tax returns electronically..."

Michigan orders some taxes e-filed, By Nancy Ferris. Government Computer News, v.22, no.12, 26 May 2003. "Michigan is joining two nearby states in requiring corporations and professional tax preparers with large numbers of customers to file income tax returns electronically..."

E-government's potential falling short in Michigan, by Mike Wendland. Detroit Free Press, May 19, 2003. "For all the talk about e-government and streamlined services, with few exceptions, Michigan's local governments are doing a miserable job of using the Internet to serve their constituents..."

Liquor Commission Posts Popular Site. News Release - Government Technology, June 23, 2003 -- DETROIT, Mich. -- "Michigan Department of Consumer & Industry Services Director David C. Hollister announced that the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC)'s Internet Liquor Ordering Web site has set a new record with more than 2,000 orders placed in May, 2003..."

State tourism site clicks with potential visitors, by Mike Wendland. Free Press, July 28, 2003. "The phones in the office of Michigan tourism honcho George Zimmermann aren't ringing these days as much as they used to. And that's just fine for Zimmermann, vice president of Travel Michigan, the state's official travel promotion agency. Because instead of calling, would-be tourists are heading to Michigan.org, the state's travel Web site (travel.michigan.org), and researching resort areas, scoping out hotels and bed and breakfasts, and downloading maps, pictures and travel newsletters..."

Michigan SOS Stumps for Online Renewals. News Release - Government Technology, August 6, 2003. LANSING, Mich. -- "More people are renewing their vehicle and watercrafts registrations online, a trend applauded by Michigan Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land as she continues to educate customers about this convenient service option..."

Michigan SOS is E-Government Advocate. News Release - Government Technology, August 12, 2003. LANSING Mich. -- "Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land recently solicited the opinion of Michigan state employees and residents on how her office could improve services. Using technology and innovation to improve customer service is high on Lynn's agenda..."

Connecting the Courts - The Judicial Network Project makes Michigan roads safer, By Jim McKay. Government Technology, September 2003. "A small percentage of lousy drivers make the roads dangerous for everyone else. In Michigan, drivers with suspended licenses kill an average of 130 drivers per year, according to a Detroit News analysis. Finding these drivers and keeping them off the road is not easy, but there is hope. A Michigan computer system linking the state courts' 41 case management systems could aid the process..."

Teresa Takai - CIO, Michigan, By Darby Patterson. Government Technology, September 2003. "After a successful career in the private sector where she held senior positions and worked on international IT projects, Teresa Takai accepted Gov. Jennifer Granholm's invitation to serve as CIO and director of Michigan's new centralized IT structure. The Michigan Department of Information Technology has 1,800 employees and a new mission: to centralize IT operations and purchases in a year of fiscal challenges..."

Just over 46,000 vote online in Michigan Democratic caucuses. USA Today, 7 February 2004. "LANSING, Mich. (AP) - A little more than 46,000 people voted in Michigan's Democratic caucuses via the Internet, a showing party officials considered a success..."

Michigan Net ballots get vote of approval, By Declan McCullagh. CNET News.com, February 9, 2004. "The only U.S. presidential contest in 2004 to use Internet voting was completed over the weekend without a hitch, the Michigan Democratic Party said Monday..."

Michigan Gov. Granholm Launches E-Newsletter. News Release - Government Technology, February 23, 2004. "Gov. Jennifer Granholm recently launched the first installment of her new electronic newsletter. The e-newsletter, "News from the Governor's Office," will provide regular updates on the state's progress on the seven-point plan to grow Michigan's economy outlined in the state of the state address, as well as information about a variety of initiatives the Granholm administration is working on..."

Michigan Deploys Statewide Emergency Response System. News Release - Government Technology, March 12, 2004. "The Michigan State Police Emergency Management Division (EMD) has selected the E Team crisis management software for its statewide enterprise emergency response and preparedness information management system. This statewide deployment of emergency response software can enable all state agencies, whether located in fixed facilities or in the field, to effectively gather, manage and share information during response operations..."

Michigan cops buy E Team software, By Diane Frank. Government e-Business, March 12, 2004. "The Michigan State Police Emergency Management Division will be using E Team Inc.'s crisis management software for its statewide response and preparedness system, the company said..."

Mich. government Web service lauded - State best in U.S., a survey concludes, by Mike Wendland. Free Press, July 14, 2004. " When it comes to e-government, Michigan is tops in the nation. That's according to a new survey by the Center for Digital Government that compared how state governments across the country use technology to better serve their citizens..."

Granholm, Takai Presented With Digital Government Award. News Story - Government Technology, July 20 2004. "The state of Michigan was recognized during ceremonies at the National Governors' Association Summer Meeting as the number one state in the nation for using information technology to provide service delivery, cost saving and efficiency, collaboration and leadership in all aspects of state government..."

Steady Funding - Michigan State Police shoots for success of IT projects over the long haul, By Jim McKay. Government Technology, August 2004. "Costly IT project failures are expensive and all too common. The Michigan State Police department is dealing with one potential problem by developing a Project Management Office and a funding template..."

Michigan Governor Showcases New Online Permitting Programs. News Story - Government Technology, August 26 2004. "Michigan Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm recently showcased Michigan's new online permitting programs that are cutting red tape and helping Michigan businesses process and receive state permits in record time..."

Michigan pushes permits online, By Diane Frank. Federal Computer Week, August 24, 2004. "Michigan officials unveiled today a plan to let businesses apply for permits online. The Michigan Timely Application and Permit Service (MiTAPS) Web portal is intended to do what its name says: provide a way for businesses to find and apply for permits from any state agency at any time..."

Michigan parks get Wi-Fi, By Diane Frank. Federal Computer Week, September 2, 2004. "This week, Michigan became the first state to provide wireless Internet access at its state parks and other recreation areas..."

Michigan gets double duty out of content management, By Joab Jackson. Government Computer News, v.23, no.27, 13 September 2004. "After Michigan moved its unemployment services to centralized call centers, its new content management system took on the extra job of managing the case loads. The content management system, initially procured to store images of paper forms, was put to work assigning cases and compiling performance reports, said Chris Peretto, director of customer service for the Michigan Bureau of Workers and Unemployment Compensation..."

Michigan to Test New Broadband Grant Program. News Story - Government Technology, September 27, 2004. "Michigan Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm recently announced that Michigan will use a new broadband grant program to provide affordable high-speed Internet service to low and moderate income families. The new Digital Divide Investment Program (DDIP) was created by a grant approved by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in Washington D.C. The new program will begin with pilot locations in Muskegon and Marquette Counties..."

Michigan Introduces Text Version of State Web Site. Government Technology, March 1, 2005. "Yet another enhancement has been made to Michigan's award-winning Web site. The e-Michigan Web Development team within the Michigan Department of Information Technology has unveiled a new text version of the Michigan.gov web site..."

XML E-Forms to Automate Michigan Court E-Filing Processes. Government Technology, April 29, 2005. "Last month the Michigan Judiciary chose PureEdge e-forms to form an integral component of their electronic court filing system that will improve efficiencies of court filing processes and enhance constituent services..."

Michigan Launches Community and Faith-Based Initiatives Web Site. Government Technology, May 17, 2005. "On Friday, Michigan Governor Jennifer M. Granholm announced community and faith-based groups across the state now have a one-stop shop for information on grants and programs they can use to maximize their role in protecting Michigan's most vulnerable citizens. The Web site, www.michigan.gov/outreach, was recently launched by the Governor's Office of Community and Faith-Based Initiatives (OCFBI)..."

Michigan Department of Information Technology Launches Cybersecurity Website. Government Technology, May 24, 2005. "The Michigan Department of Information Technology (MDIT) recently announced the release of a new website promoting cyber security in Michigan government, businesses and private households. Available at www.michigan.gov/cybersecurity, the site provides critical information regarding IT security for work, home, government and business. This website was developed with federal Homeland Security grant funds in support of Michigan's security strategies and goals..."

Michigan Launches Registry to Protect Children from Inappropriate Email. Government Technology, July 1, 2005. "Michigan Governor Jennifer M. Granholm and Chairman of the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) J. Peter Lark announced that on July 1, Michigan will become the first state in the nation to launch a child protection registry that will enable parents to guard children from unwanted electronic messages..."

Michigan, Utah to launch e-mail registries, by David Eggert,  Associated Press. ctv, June 30, 2005. "LANSING, Mich. — Two states are on the verge of trying to block porn and other inappropriate messages sent to children through e-mail, but critics question how the laws will be enforced and predict they could have unintended consequences..."

Michigan Fingerprinting Goes Digital. Government Technology, July 21, 2005. "Fingerprint cards and ink pads have given way to electronic fingerprinting when it comes to doing state-mandated applicant background checks in Michigan. Under a new agreement, an applicant's fingerprints and necessary personal information will be captured digitally in less than five minutes..."

Michigan Governor Begins Weekly Podcast. Government Technology, August 15, 2005. ""Podcasting is growing in popularity among young adults and this is a way to engage young people's interest in the information that ultimately could affect their world" -- Governor Granholm. On August 5th, Michigan Governor Jennifer M. Granholm began her new weekly radio address..."

Revamped Michigan eLibrary Brings New Tools and Information Resources to Residents. Government Technology, September 26, 2005. "On Wednesday, the Library of Michigan and Department of History, Arts and Libraries (HAL) announced the Michigan eLibrary (MeL) is open for business with a brand new look, more user-friendly search and retrieval features, and a stable of information resources, all geared to provide Michigan residents with access to a comprehensive collection of information..."

Teri Takai: Survival Guide to IT Consolidation, By Wayne Hanson. September 26, 2005. "Teri Takai, CIO of Michigan, spoke at an executive luncheon last Thursday at GTC East in Albany, describing Michigan's IT centralization and consolidation in some detail. It included a straightforward analysis of what is working as well as what went wrong and why -- something she termed her "survival guide to IT consolidation."..."

Last updated: 17 November 2005

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