Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology

06/05/2026

This past Tuesday (6/2), proudly co-hosted the 2026 Illinois IT Leadership Forum. Focused on leadership development, innovation, and strategy, the Forum addresses the people, policies, and practices shaping digital government. 💡

Thank you to all of the speakers and panelists that contributed to such an inspiring and forward-thinking event! Thank you as well to our partners at Government Technology News, participants and vendors.

06/03/2026

On Monday (June 1), the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) Secretary & State Chief Information Officer (CIO) Brandon Ragle and Health & Human Services Group Chief Information Officer (GCIO) Troy Horton were honored by StateScoop for their leadership and achievements in public sector tech.

📰 Read more from our StateScoop 2026 Winners in our latest press release:

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) Secretary & State Chief Information Officer (CIO) Brandon Ragle and Health & Human Services Group Chief Information Officer (GCIO) Troy Horton were honored by StateScoop for their leadership and achievements in tech on Monday. Rag...

06/03/2026

At DoIT, we're proud to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and the diversity of perspectives that drive innovation forward. This month, we honor diversity and the LGBTQ+ pioneers like Edie Windsor, Lynn Conway, Peter Landin, and Angelica Ross whose contributions have helped shape modern technology, science and leadership.

This June, we celebrate authenticity, inclusion, and the power of bringing different experiences together to create a more inclusive future for all.

05/22/2026

State of Illinois Offices will be closed Monday, May 26, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. At , we'd like to wish everyone a safe Memorial Day weekend as we take the time to reflect and honor the bravery of the service members who gave their lives. 🇺🇸

05/21/2026

Today (5/21) is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)! The purpose of GAAD is to promote awareness about digital accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities. We're proud to celebrate the importance of digital inclusion and the role we play in creating a more accessible Illinois.

Learn more about Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) Initiative and our accessibility guides: https://doit.illinois.gov/initiatives/accessibility/guides.html

05/20/2026

Join the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) for the final session in our Mastering the State Contracting Game webinar series. RFP Part IV- Price Proposals, Questions & Post-Submission Process. Expect practical insights from DoIT procurement, live Q&A, and direct networking with primes and peers.

📅 June 17, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Virtual
⛓️‍💥 Register here: https://illinois.webex.com/webappng/sites/illinois/webinar/webinarSeries/register/9a80387164ee48848794a94bf89e0be6?fbclid=IwY2xjawR6sjlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE1blpXQ2FLMTRNVWhXVXZOc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvvYPxnaFzPj9Tt5Sdv3nhmVXksa_Ab-5b7q8yOSnx0F9EFAK5SsGrRXzlQe_aem_DcgEhGS9N92HC1HyGvl1WQ

05/12/2026

⏰ Happening tomorrow (May 13): RFP Part III- Commitment to Diversity webinar. Learn how the evaluation works and what agencies expect when it comes to meaningful inclusion in state contracting.

🔗 Reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/gWY8--ER

Join the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) for the next session in our Mastering the State Contracting Game webinar series. RFP Part III- Commitment to Diversity. Expect practical insights from DoIT procurement, live Q&A, and direct networking with primes and peers.

📅 May 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Virtual
⛓️‍💥 Register here: https://illinois.webex.com/webappng/sites/illinois/webinar/webinarSeries/register/9a80387164ee48848794a94bf89e0be6?fbclid=IwY2xjawRe9ctleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF6UkQwSVlFTm5DaDgwZmZ0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPNTE0NzcxNTY5MjI4MDYxAAEe8rBfmCKJpdd9San4XLVdZZAs1qmQFCS6rrwntrG2l0YDIfkelAqhtw2cm1U_aem_C_2hhVokmHbhWaXtO7iLGw

05/07/2026

Today is State Employee Recognition Day, and CMS is celebrating the dedicated public servants who keep Illinois moving forward every day.

From supporting communities to delivering essential services, Team CMS is proud to work alongside colleagues across the state who make a difference.

Start your career with the State of Illinois at work.illinois.gov.

05/06/2026

Next Wednesday (5/13), the team will host session five in our webinar series. This session will provide an overview of the Commitment to Diversity evaluation factor, including the six scoring components and how they are assessed. We'll also discuss how this requirement supports investment in women, minorities, and persons with disabilities businesses and organizations.

👩‍💻🧑‍💻 Register today: https://illinois.webex.com/webappng/sites/illinois/webinar/webinarSeries/register/9a80387164ee48848794a94bf89e0be6

Join the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) for the next session in our Mastering the State Contracting Game webinar series. RFP Part III- Commitment to Diversity. Expect practical insights from DoIT procurement, live Q&A, and direct networking with primes and peers.

📅 May 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Virtual
⛓️‍💥 Register here: https://illinois.webex.com/webappng/sites/illinois/webinar/webinarSeries/register/9a80387164ee48848794a94bf89e0be6?fbclid=IwY2xjawRe9ctleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF6UkQwSVlFTm5DaDgwZmZ0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPNTE0NzcxNTY5MjI4MDYxAAEe8rBfmCKJpdd9San4XLVdZZAs1qmQFCS6rrwntrG2l0YDIfkelAqhtw2cm1U_aem_C_2hhVokmHbhWaXtO7iLGw

05/05/2026

Let the countdown begin! Today we're officially 100 days away from the 2026 Illinois State Fair. 🎉🎡

is proud to have collaborated with the Illinois Department of Agriculture to bring fairgoers a digital ticketing option. The Chief Information Officer supporting the Illinois Department of Agriculture, Chris Oliver shares why digital ticketing is being introduced this year, and what this milestone means for the fair experience.

Plan ahead and take advantage of digital ticketing by purchasing them online at https://statefair.illinois.gov/