State & Local Government Policy, Business and Technology

Restructuring, Refocus on Mission at NYC Office of Chief Technology Officer

Government Technology: The New York City Mayor’s Office of the Chief Technology Officer has undergone an internal restructuring since the departure of its leader this spring, though an official said the shifts are designed to enhance, not alter, its role in furthering residents’ access to technology.

The changes began on March 14, when CTO Miguel Gamiño announced he would be leaving his position in several weeks. On May 8, Gamiño landed at Mastercard, where he has said he will lead efforts to work with large cities to resolve their problems. The company has worked with Chicago to better time the arrival of baseball fans at a stadium there; and with Mexico City to expand digital transportation payment opportunities.

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