Author Archive: UC IT Blog

RESOURCE: Share your story with the UC Tech community – Interview questions and options

Van Williams and Laurel Skurko

By Laurel Skurko. The UC Tech news team, working with Van Williams, VP of IT and chief information officer (CIO) of the University of California, looks forward to learning more about you and sharing your news with the UC tech…
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NEWS: Exploring the “Future of AI”: Insights from UC Tech community discussion session

Camille Crittenden smiles for a photo during the discussion and networking call

By Jackie Brown. Currently, artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly prominent role in shaping our world and daily lives. On October 25, 2023, UC Tech members shared key takeaways during the Networking event: UC Tech discussion session on…
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JOBS: Ask the expert: How to make a transition into Information Technology  

Ask the Expert: Career Transitions with Connie Tremblay and Don Lynne

[Editor’s Note: The University of California (UC) Tech blog news team is now dedicated to featuring a segment where we address questions directly from our audience. Feel free to send us your questions by email to, UCITBlog@UCOP.edu, and our experts…
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EVENT: UCSF Innovation Showcase and Reception at JP Morgan 2024: Jan 9, 5-8 p.m. – Register now

UCSF Innovation teams invite you to join them in gathering with global healthcare, health tech and life sciences communities at the 42nd Annual JP Morgan (JPM) 2024 Healthcare Conference (which takes place on Monday, January 8 – Thursday, January 11,…
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EVENT: Process PaloozAI Webinar: Hear about artificial intelligence from United Nations advisor – March 26, 10:30 – 12 p.m. – Register now

Process PaloozAI Webinar

By Todd Anderson. This stand-alone webinar, taking place from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. on March 26, 2024, will host an engaging discussion around the intersection of process improvement and AI/automation and the impacts on productivity, quality and satisfaction. For…
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UCSF Health begins testing its first AI scribe service in-clinic

Stock image of robot reading a tablet

By Tanya Jansen. In health care, the need for accurate and efficient documentation is paramount. Traditionally, physicians have spent significant time and effort on manual documentation, taking away time that could be spent with patients. The UCSF Faculty Practice Office…
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Ernesto Carrasco & Harold Shin: Improving UCLA’s vendor onboarding process

Congratulation to Managing Vendor Risk One Triage at a Time Project team, UCLA: UCLA GRC Team, UCLA ServiceNow Team

By Brendon Phuong. Ernesto Carrasco, director, Governance Risk & Compliance, UCLA, and Harold Shin senior IT risk analyst, UCLA, recently shared the story behind their project, “Managing Vendor Risk One Triage at a Time,” which won a 2023 Read more about Ernesto Carrasco & Harold Shin: Improving UCLA’s vendor onboarding process

UCLA team wins UC Tech Award for innovative third-party risk management

UCLA team wins UC Tech award

In July 2023, UCLA’s Governance Risk & Compliance team (GRC) won the Design Innovation, IT Security, and Operational Excellence UC Tech Silver Award for their project “Managing Vendor Risk One Triage at a Time.” 

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The UCLA Third Party Risk…
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Risk and Safety Solutions launches a computer-based ergonomics solution for UC Campuses

Incorrect sitting posture

By Emily Slonim. In April of 2022, UC campuses needed an improved technology solution for office ergonomic assessments and training. The change would impact every location in the UC system. To implement change at this scale three teams came together…
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Volunteering helps Womxn in Tech find purpose

UC Womxn in Tech

Engaging in activities that benefit others can be incredibly rewarding. Volunteering, in particular, can foster social connections, build professional networks, boost self-confidence, and promote greater life satisfaction. Within the UC Womxn in Tech committee, volunteering isn’t just a service; it’s…
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