DIR Discover

The second annual DIR Discover: Exploring Data and Tech conference was hosted by the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) on September 22, 2023, at the Commons Conference Center on the University of Texas J.J. Pickle Research Campus. DIR's Office of the Chief Data Officer and Chief Technology Office curated this educational event specifically for Texas public sector IT professionals with a focus on data and emerging technology. Private sector exhibitors and presenters with DIR contracts were also invited to highlight the solutions they offer.

DIR Discover 2023 Pre-Conference Presentations (Thursday 9/21/23)

A Journey Towards Data Literacy (DIR)

Data Literacy: Data Insights and Offerings (Tyler Technologies)

Digital Accessibility: Championing Digital Accessibility (DIR)

Digital Accessibility: Preparing for New Standards (Weaver)

Digital Accessibility: Digital Equity for People with Disabilities (Knowbility)

Privacy Pre-Conference Workshop (DIR/DPS)

Texas Quality Assurance Pre-Conference Workshop (DIR/LBB/CPA/SAO) 

DIR Discover 2023 Presentations (Friday 9/22/23)

A Public Sector Perspective on Responsible AI (AWS)

DIR Customer Experience Journey (DIR)

Managing a Hybrid Cloud Network Transition (DIR)

Exploring the Frontiers of GenAI (McKinsey/SOS)

Modernizing and Transforming (DIR)

Network Evolution and Transformational Strategies (AT&T)

Turning Up the Volume on Data Governance (DIR)

Skills Based Hiring (Coursera/DIR)

Taking a Data Informed Look at Prosperity of City Neighborhoods (City of Austin)