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Public Safety Systems Division
This division is responsible for application development, grant development, and reengineering for the implementation of the City's computerized public safety systems.

    Program Initiatives:
   
  • Develop and implement case management for the Office of Municipal Investigations to create a more comprehensive database.
  • Continue development of core modules within modernized Police Records Management Systems (CRIMES).
  • Deploy Police Records Imaging System throughout the Police Bureau.

Client Technology & Telecommunications
This division is responsible for installing and supporting all end-user workstations and voice/data telecommunications. It is also responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of the City's networks.  Additionally, it is responsible for computer systems administration and hardware support for all network servers (UNIX and NT).

    Program Initiatives:
   
  • Document procedures for all hardware and software installs.
  • Develop procedures to assist the Help Desk with troubleshooting PC and network problems.
  • Complete implementation of disaster recovery plan for Citywide computer network.
  • Complete internet/intranet/extranet architecture to expand functionality and capability to handle increased traffic.

Open Systems Division
This division is responsible for the development and maintenance of enterprise applications, such as PeopleSoft and Permitting.  The division also develops and maintains the City's website.

    Program Initiatives:
   
  • Expand Permitting application to other departments.
  • Upgrade PeopleSoft to web-based version.
  • Create a more user-friendly and comprehensive website.

Operations Division
The Operations Division is responsible for providing Help Desk support to users.

    Program Initiatives:
   
  • Provide Help Desk services and troubleshoot system problems.

Software Development Division
This division is responsible for writing, installing and maintaining custom-built and commercial software in City departments.

    Program Initiatives:
   
  • Initiate real estate payments via internet.
  • Provide direct deposit for police and fire pensions.


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City Information Systems
604 City-County Building
414 Grant Street

Pittsburgh, PA  15219

Phone: (412) 255-2152
Fax:  (412) 255-2355