1. GIS Cloud Computing A Multi-States’ Perspective Dick Clark NGAC Meeting March 18, 2011

2. Request For Information Purpose –Assess Technical & Financial Feasibility RFI Objectives –Cost Efficiencies –Flexibility & Scalability –Reduce Support Resources 23 Responses

3. Findings Financial –Business Case –Savings Viable Marketplace –80% met minimum requirements Risks –Security –Control –Customer Service –Reliability

4. Procurement Models Standard Procurement Model –One-off Purchases (term contract, e.g. WSCA) –Pricing Based on Estimated Purchase Volumes –Usually Capital Items or Consulting Projects Aggregate Volume Procurement Model –On-going Operational Purchases –Tiered Pricing Based on Actual Use –All Participants Benefit, Instantly

5. Recommendations Gauge Fed, State & Local Interest Appoint RFP Development Team Develop Governance Structure Multi-State RFP Workshop –Purpose –Goal

6. Decisions & Next Steps Appoint RFP Team & Lead State Develop & Issue RFP Develop Governance Structure Work with Other Jurisdictions Plan Workshop