Mission & Strategic Direction

Our Mission

To foster government excellence through leadership of quality business practices, information management and technology

Our Vision

Government in which the public is fully served through business innovation and the optimal use of technology

As guiding principles, the National Association of State Chief Information Officers will:

be non-partisan
be ethical in our actions and relationships
foster policies that support the public trust
focus on multi-jurisdictional issues
promote open standards and best practices
promote strategic alignment of government technology investments and state business agendas
promote the CIO as the technology leader who drives business innovation and transformation

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NASCIO’s Strategic Plan

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Goals & Objectives

NASCIO excels as the premier community and trusted resource for state CIOs

Support transition planning, processes and mentoring for state CIOs
Identify and promote leading practices and innovations to support, enable and transform the business of state government
Promote and cultivate additional information technology communities of practice in support of the state CIO and transformational government services
Improve the sharing of experiences and expertise among members, trade associations and strategic partners
Curate and promote content on information technology issues, implications and solutions

NASCIO advances the state CIOs as key state leaders

Promote and strengthen the state CIO as a business leader and trusted advisor
Advance and reinforce the role the state CIO plays as a leader in development of public policy
Support and communicate leadership, innovation, and information technology best practices for state government
Advance the evolving role of the state CIO as a transformative government leader

NASCIO is the national leader and advocate for information technology policy at all levels of government

Strengthen strategic alliances with key partners
Promote and lead cross-boundary collaboratives, solutions and relationships
Promote and enhance the critical role of information technology and innovation in the business and continuity of state government
Educate and build consensus among members and stakeholders
Advocate for strategic priorities of state CIOs

NASCIO Committees and Forums: The important work of NASCIO is conceived and executed by business and operating committees comprised of engaged members and supported by association staff. In addition to the Executive Committee, NASCIO has operating committees and ad hoc issues forums that report to this governance committee.

In accordance with IRS code, NASCIO will, upon request, furnish copies of governance documents, conflict of interest policy, IRS Forms 1023 and 990 and any financial statements. To make this request, please email Lisa Thompson.