Government 2.0: Transparency, Participation and Collaboration

COVITS 2009 scheduled

COVITS 2009 will be held Sept. 21-22 at the Williamsburg Marriott. This year's theme is Government 2.0: Transparency, Participation and Collaboration.

Purpose

This event is for and about state and local government. The purpose of the event is to foster discussion and dialogue on the use of information technology as a strategic tool for managers, executives and policy makers.

Who Should Attend

If you influence or participate in technology decisions or implementations at any level, you will find benefit in attending.

Don't miss this opportunity to see the latest in digital government solutions, keep abreast of current policy issues and network with key government executives, technologists and industry specialists.

Topics will include:

  • Digital Government Trends
  • Managing in Challenging Times
  • New Technologies
  • Innovation
  • Web 2.0
  • Security


Invitation from Governor Timothy M. Kaine

Governor Tim Kaine

COVITS is the pre-eminent gathering of Virginia's public and private sector IT leaders to share ideas that will make Government 2.0 a reality. This year's theme of "Transparency, Participation and Collaboration" is an apt description of what we are trying to accomplish here in the Commonwealth. I welcome you to the 11th annual COVITS and encourage you to make the most of this outstanding opportunity.


Special government, SWaM registration rate available

Government attendees and DMBE-certified SWaM vendors may register for COVITS at the special rate of $99. For full details, see the registration page.


COVITS 2008 in review


This year's event has drawn to a close; many thanks to all the speakers, sponsors, exhibitors and attendees for a successful conference.

Browse the 2008 COVITS Web site

See the winners of the Governor's Technology Awards

See photographs of the event