Information Technology & Services - Chicago, Illinois, United States
The Government Technology Foundation is established to promote technology and innovation in government through public-private collaborative programs. With a focus on predictive analysis, the Government Technology Foundation (GTF) will serve as a pivot point for the public and private sectors to maximize long-standing issues associated with technological innovation. GTF will be a clearinghouse for the most up-to-date research coming from institutions focused on government technology; provide new and innovative approaches in the sector as they are developed; and offer educational resources for all our constituents to keep up-to-date on innovations and changes.Formal launch of GTF would be on March 26, 2015 20 N Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago, ILThere are many programs that GTF is coming up with the help of our sponsors:Technology Research PanelsGTF will host panels composed of public sector, private sector, academics, and not-for- profit organization thought leaders that will guide the focus and direction of the organization's research.GTF's research will be directed towards those areas of heightened vulnerability for municipalities including public safety, health care, water management, transportation and digital communication.WebinarsGTF host webinar series to promote current research topicsRoundtable DiscussionsGTF will host roundtable discussions with thought-leaders throughout the year on current research topics.PublicationsGTF publications will be free for members, and available on a subscription basis for non-member. Research will be available online and as hard copy. AwardsThe Government Technology Foundation (GTF) will recognize outstanding technology thought leadership in four distinct areas:• Big Impact Award• Tech Leadership Award• Women Innovator Award• Young Innovator Award