Focus Area 3: Promoting Standards and Best Practices

The State collaborates with local governments and educational institutions to construct robust policies aimed at eliminating barriers to innovation. These policies focus on security and equity, so that all Californians can benefit from the digital transformation and that their data is safe and secure. Where feasible, Departments should establish public-private partnership programs with Californian’s most innovative companies as well as with the non-profit and academic community to generate innovative ideas, grow our capacity for innovation, and ensure California government always leads.

Recognizing that innovation is a dynamic field with rapidly evolving trends, the State also builds partnerships with private industry leaders, regional bodies, and community groups. These partnerships help the State to stay at the forefront of innovation while safeguarding Californians' data across all State departments and platforms. The State is dedicated to ensuring the highest levels of data security, enabling residents to confidently interact with digital services.

Furthermore, the State encourages departments to adopt scalable platforms that promote accessibility and provide a consistent user experience. This aligns with the Strategy's focus on human-centered design, ensuring that digital services are user-friendly and cater to the diverse needs of Californians. By promoting these standards and best practices, the State ensures that its digital transformation is not just innovative but also secure, accessible, and beneficial for all residents.

Digital Strategy Objectives

Each objective includes outcomes and expectations of CDT and state entities.