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We've moved the discussion to the Microsoft on Government Blog, where you'll find the latest insight from public sector leaders on how technology is driving government modernization in the US and overseas.

In the meantime, all the current postings at this blog site will continue to be available for you to access.

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How will you know when Santa Clause is coming to town?

Once the stockings are hung and the presents are wrapped, many children around the world will anxiously await a visit from Santa Clause. While we can guess his path from the North Pole, there is only one organization that kn...

State Health and Human Services Agencies Strive to Achieve Maximum Value from IT Modernization Efforts

By: Laura Caliguiri, Managing Director, U.S. Public Sector Health and Human Services

A recent survey, conducted by the American Public Human Services Association (APHSA) in collaboration with Microsoft, shed light on state health and human services (HHS) agencies experiences with IT system modernization projects (download the survey report and register for a webinar to learn more about states who are meeting the Moderni...

It’s Election Day – finally

By Kim Nelson, Microsoft Executive Director for e-Government

By end of day – hopefully - we will know the results of state and local elections around the country, in addition to our one national election for the Presidency.

These elections, like all of tho...

Why I’m excited about Windows 8 for government

By Joel Cherkis, General Manager, Worldwide Government and Security

The following was posted on October 30 to the Microsoft on Government Blog:

Government employees: get ready, because the way you work may never be the same. There’s a new operating system on the way that will support your flexible work style and ease the burden of using multiple devices, all while keeping your data secure. Its...

Michael Donlan Tapped to Lead Microsoft’s State and Local Government Business

By Bright Side Staff

Last week, as part of the 4^th Annual Virtual Government Summit, Microsoft announced the appointment of Michael Donlan to Vice President of the company’s State and Local Governmen...

Just In Time: VoterHub Makes Voter Information and Sharing Easier Than Ever

By Andy Pitman, Microsoft eGovernment Solutions

With less than a month until Election Day, many Americans understand the importance of voting and having their voice heard. Here at Microsoft, we’ve made it a priority to help Americans practice their civic duty by developing and supporting innovative ways to make it easier than ever for voters. In addition to programs like

By Bright Side Staff

With all the challenges facing state and local governments these days, it’s always great to highlight how organizations are finding ways to operate more efficiently and to serve their citizens better. Last month we told you about the

Are you registered? You should be!

By Bright Side Staff

The State & Local Government Summit virtual conference, a partnership between Microsoft and

By Tom Murphy, Director of Public Relations for Corporate Citizenship, Microsoft

A key component of our Corporate Citizenship work is bringing the benefits of affordable technology to nonprofit organizations around the world. We do this in a number of ways from donating our software to nonprofits, to providing skills and training for nonprofits dir...

San Diego County Honored Among Top Digital Achievements by Center for Digital Government

By Bright Side Staff

Late last month, the Center for Digital Government announced the 2012 winners of its annual Best of the Web (BOW) and Digital Government Achievement Awards (DGAA), honoring the top websites and digital achievements across the country. We’re excited to recognize Microsoft’s work with

Microsoft at the Conventions: A Q and A with Stan Freck

By Bright Side Staff

Earlier this month the 2012 Presidential Election went into high gear with the Republican and Democratic National Conventions taking place in Tampa, Florida, and Charlotte, North Carolina, respectively. Though not a delegate or party member, Microsoft was a major force at both conventions, providing critical technologies and services that support and enhance the democratic process.

We...

Insights from Esri: A Bright Side Q and A

By Bright Side Staff

A few weeks ago, the Environmental Systems Research Institute (Esri) held its International User Conference, bringing together thousands of map experts and enthusiasts to engage in ArcGIS technology demonstrations and to learn about advancements from mobile to cloud.

While the confe...

Voters Get Real-Time Electoral Interaction with Election 2012 on Xbox LIVE

By Bright Side Staff

With the 2012 Election Season heating up and the Democratic and Republican conventions in full swing, Microsoft is continuing to demonstrate its commitment to the American democratic process. On Monday we told you about Microsoft’s involvement in the