This provides linkage between the general management level and the operating information technology organizations in state government. Duties The General Powers and Duties of the Council are described in K.S.A. 75-4741 . It shall approve information resource management policies and the strategic information management plan. Provides direction and coordination for application of state's information resources. Designates ownership of information resource processes and lead agency use of new technology.
Monitors return on investment for information resources.
It shall develop and adopt a strategic information plan. Prescribes guidelines, standards, policies and procedures for advance planning documents for acquisition of information products and services. Return to Contents Council Membership Membership in the Council is specified in K. S. A. 75-4740 . It consists of 20 members and includes agency heads, representatives of private industry, the Chief Information Architect and the Director of the Budget as non-voting members, a member of the Senate and a member of the House of Representatives. Members may not appoint an individual to represent them on the Council.