{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Future-Forward Georgia \u2013 Innovation with Integrity - Shawnzia Thomas - Episode 168","description":"In this episode, Shawnzia Thomas, State Chief Information Officer and Executive Director, Georgia Technology Authority explores how Georgia is advancing digital transformation by weaving innovation into the fabric of everyday government operations. Shawnzia highlights how leaders are moving beyond pilots and positioning technology as a core driver of smarter, more responsive governance \u2014 with a clear focus on delivering outcomes that genuinely improve citizens\u2019 lives.  From leveraging AI and automation to streamline operations and enhance engagement, to strengthening digital equity and inclusive access, Georgia\u2019s approach is both ambitious and practical. The conversation also unpacks how secure cloud adoption, Zero Trust strategies and scalable innovation models are helping build a more resilient, future-ready state. Shawnzia Thomas, State Chief Information Officer and Executive Director, Georgia Technology Authority For more great insights head to www.PublicSectorNetwork.co &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Public Sector Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/publicsectorpodcast.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40190645\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/198834945"}