Empowering Agile Government Services

Empowering Agile Government Services

Author: Canadian Government Executive August 11, 2022 Duration: 25:08

In this episode of CGE Radio, J. Richard Jones and co-host Lori Turnbull, deputy editor Canadian Government Executive discuss returning to work in public sector. They tackle the question of just what is the new normal?  They further discuss the governments digital strategy, sustainability, equality in the procurement process, as well as supply chain issues and more. Tune in and hear more from this week's special guests Coreen Bouchard, Founder, PureLogic IT and Mike Hilton, President, HPE Canada. Coreen has 20 years of experience in the IT reseller industry. She and her team have a reputation for thinking outside the box and delivering an exceptional product and service. Mike has over 30 years of diverse experience in Software Development and Solutions, Cloud Computing, Telecommunications, CCTV and Access Control, Data Communications, Industrial Automation, Robotics and Business Consulting. The resulting discussion is informed and enlightening.

In this episode:

  1. How workplaces return to normal? Challenges and advise?
  2. Government digital transformation strategy
  3. The role of cloud in building strong hybrid teams and facilitating productivity
  4. How could the cloud protect privacy and security with respect to the flow of secure content?
  5. Ensuring equity and inclusion in the procurement process. Policy level vs. execution level, budget allocation
  6. And much more!

For decades, Canadian Government Executive has been the essential print and digital publication for those navigating the complex machinery of the public service. Canadian Government Executive Radio extends that legacy into audio, creating a direct channel for conversation about the policies, technologies, and leadership shaping governance from town halls to Parliament Hill. This podcast moves beyond press releases and official statements to explore the real-world implementation of ideas. Each episode features candid discussions with deputy ministers, city managers, IT directors, and frontline innovators who are tasked with turning legislation into action. You’ll hear about the challenges of digital transformation, the intersection of cybersecurity and citizen services, and the evolving nature of public sector leadership in a time of rapid change. It’s a forum for the people who build, manage, and protect the programs that define Canadian society. By focusing on the practical expertise of senior officials and the technologists enabling modern government, this series provides context and clarity that you won’t find in daily news coverage. Tune in for a nuanced perspective on how decisions are made, how technology is adopted, and how public service executives are steering their organizations toward the future. This is where policy meets practice, offering listeners an insider’s understanding of the forces that govern.
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