To: Brian K. Flewelling, Public Works Committee Chairperson
From: Michael Dawisha, CIO
title
RE: Approval of proposed Genesee County Information Technology Procurement Review and Approval Policy
recommendation
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Approval to adopt the Genesee County Information Technology Procurement Review and Approval Policy.
BACKGROUND:
Technology-related purchases occur across multiple County departments, but a formal County-wide process for IT procurement review and approval has not been established. With continued growth in systems, software, websites, devices, and connected services, a more standardized approach is needed to help address compatibility, cybersecurity, support, and alignment with existing County technology standards.
DISCUSSION:
Technology-related purchases, including software, websites and related services, have at times occurred without IT involvement or formal approval. This creates risk for the County in areas such as cybersecurity, compatibility with existing systems, supportability, duplication of services, and alignment with County technology standards. Adoption of the proposed policy will establish a formal County-wide process for IT review and approval before applicable purchases are made.
IMPACT ON HUMAN RESOURCES:
No direct impact on Human Resources. The proposed policy does not require additional staffing, reclassification, onboarding, or other personnel actions.
IMPACT ON BUDGET:
There is no impact on budget.
IMPACT ON FACILITIES:
No direct impact on Facilities. The proposed policy does not require changes to County facilities, physical space, or building operations.
IMPACT ON TECHNOLOGY:
Reviewed and submitted by IT.
CONFORMITY TO COUNTY PRIORITIES:
A formal IT review process supports the County priority of Long-Term Financial Stability by helping to avoid duplicative purchases, unsupported systems, compatibility issues, and higher long-term support costs.
resolution
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