The ascent of analytics: A rundown
ICT leaders share their experiences on propelling data analytics to the frontline of decision-making.
ICT leaders share their experiences on propelling data analytics to the frontline of decision-making.
The Ministry of Social Development has entered into a contract to implement Planview's Enterprise Portfolio Management (EPM) system.
The system is to be provided as software as a service. MSD CIO David Habershon says the value of the contract will depend on the eventual number of MSD users subscribed. It is expected to range from $100,000 to $170,000 a year.
"Adoption of an EPM tool is only one part of a suite of measures we have been implementing to improve economy, efficiency and effectiveness," he says.
"We are responsible for taxpayers’ money. As such, we are committed to streamlining our systems by removing duplication and rework to use our resources better.
The Ministry of Social Development has advertised the role of chief information officer. David Habershon has been acting in the role for the past 21 months. A spokesman says an announcement should be made before the end of the year.
The Ministry of Social Development has acquired a Sybase IQ solution to complement its SAS-based data warehouse.