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National Archives (10 Nov 2010) See 5 other results from this debate

Brian Lenihan Jnr: We are developing such a strategy. It is important to emphasise that it is not necessary to use cloud computing to make cultural material available on-line. A great deal of cultural material is available for free on the Internet already. This is a very important point. We have all seen the huge interest in the census material from the turn of the 20th century and it is perfectly...

Written Answers — Information and Communications Technology: Information and Communications Technology (28 Sep 2011) See 3 other results from this answer

Richard Bruton: I propose to take Questions Nos. 82 to 84, inclusive, together. I announced the establishment of a Technology Centre in Cloud Computing on 12 May last. The Centre will be a collaborative research entity led by industry, resourced by researchers in Universities and Research Institutions and funded through an Enterprise Ireland/IDA research programme. Support of up to €1 million each year...

Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Select Sub-Committee on Public Expenditure and Reform: Houses of the Oireachtas (Inquiries, Privileges and Procedures) Bill 2013: Committee Stage (5 Jun 2013)

Seán Fleming: I move amendment No 1: In page 13, line 6 after "data" where it secondly occurs to insert the following:"and includes cloud computing storage devices".This amendment is very simple. The section deals with various records and storage facilities. The Minister has often spoken about IT and cloud computing in the Department. I wish to have it confirmed that cloud computing, wherever it is and...

Cloud Computing (22 Nov 2011) See 6 other results from this debate

Seán Sherlock: On 30 June, the Minister, Deputy Bruton, announced the establishment of a cross-Government implementation group on cloud computing. This group, which is chaired by the Secretary General of my Department, comprises representatives of Departments and agencies responsible for all aspects of cloud computing policy, IT procurement, security, infrastructure and enterprise policy. The group last...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Information and Communications Technology (11 Jul 2023)

Paschal Donohoe: I thank the Deputy for this question and can confirm that yes, the use of cloud computing continues to be a key and growing platform supporting the delivery of innovative, modern digital public services. Connecting Government 2030: A Digital and ICT Strategy for Ireland’s Public Service, published in 2022, specifically notes that public service organisations will be more proactive and...

Written Answers — Information and Communications Technology: Information and Communications Technology (7 Jul 2011)

Seán Sherlock: My attention had not been drawn to the specific comments of the UK company MD to which the deputy refers. However, I am aware that the Irish equivalent company point out that cloud data is not in any different position than any other kind of data in terms of its exposure to government access, whether by the US or many other countries. A recent report by ENISA, the EU body responsible for...

Written Answers — Small and Medium Enterprises: Small and Medium Enterprises (7 Jun 2012) See 1 other result from this answer

Peadar Tóibín: Question 13: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the number of small and medium enterprises that he hopes to target with the recently released guidelines on cloud computing, entitled, SWiFT 10: Adopting the Cloud – decision support for Cloud computing. [27307/12]

Written Answers — Computerisation Programme: Computerisation Programme (18 Feb 2010) See 1 other result from this answer

Mary Coughlan: There is no formal definition of cloud computing. However, in the widely used context of systems which allow organisations to outsource computer applications which are used to manipulate and store data, my Department does not use any cloud computing systems.

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Cybersecurity Policy (18 Oct 2022)

Simon Harris: The proportion of my Department’s data held at present on commercial cloud is estimated at approximately 2%. The move to cloud computing has the potential to offer improvements in terms of improved security, reliability, increased access and a reduced carbon footprint amongst others. The amount of my Department’s data stored in the cloud has increased since 2019 and will...

Written Answers — Information and Telecommunications Technology: Information and Telecommunications Technology (23 Mar 2010) See 1 other result from this answer

Brian Lenihan Jnr: The procurement policy of my Department regarding cloud computing is the same as that regarding any other area, namely that it facilitates open competition, best value for money and best technological fit to requirements while complying with all relevant national and EU legislation. I am aware that the National Public Procurement Operations Unit (NPPOU) recently issued a message to members...

Written Answers — Departmental Records: Departmental Records (28 Sep 2011) See 1 other result from this answer

Brendan Howlin: My Department views Cloud Computing as a major shift in the provision of ICT infrastructure, systems and services. Consequently, over time, it expects Cloud Computing to be a key part of the strategic future of ICT in the public service. To that end, my Department has been engaged in a programme of research with a very wide variety of ICT companies of all types and nature. This research...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Official Engagements (27 Oct 2022)

Leo Varadkar: Recently I attended a photocall with President of Huawei Cloud Western Europe, Mr. Tim Tao and CEO of Huawei Ireland, Mr. Tony Yangxu. The purpose of this engagement was to mark the announcement of a €150m investment in a European cloud hub which is to create 200 new jobs over 5 years at Huawei. Over the next two years, 60 technology-focused roles in sales, research and support will be...

Written Answers — Computerisation Programme: Computerisation Programme (18 Feb 2010) See 1 other result from this answer

Mary Harney: Currently there are no cloud computing technologies in use by the Department of Health and Children. My Department continues to make extensive use of the Government Network facilities to provide external connectivity where required and currently have no plans to make use of cloud computing technologies.

Seanad: Order of Business (7 Jun 2011)

Thomas Byrne: It will further public scorn of the Seanad and I ask the Independents to consider bridging the gap of their differences and uniting in the interest of the efficiency of proceedings. Cloud computing has been in the news and I am delighted that Senator Quinn has reminded us of the need for good news. Dell has announced jobs in that area. However, a report in the newspaper on Friday suggested...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Cybersecurity Policy (18 Oct 2022)

Paschal Donohoe: The Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) provides ICT services for my Department. The OGCIO produced a Cloud Computing Advice Note in October 2019 which moved the overall debate on the use of cloud from whether to move to cloud, to what, how and when to move to cloud. The focus of my Department and those of the State Agencies under my remit is on using cloud to deliver...

Written Answers — Departmental Programmes: Departmental Programmes (5 Jul 2011) See 1 other result from this answer

Michael Noonan: The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform is currently engaged in research and conducting trials with a number of major international ICT companies to determine Cloud Computing approaches appropriate for public service data and applications. That research is also examining commercial models to ensure that any adoption of Cloud Computing by public bodies provides compelling...

Written Answers — Enterprise Support Services: Enterprise Support Services (12 Jul 2012) See 1 other result from this answer

Richard Bruton: There are various supports currently available to businesses which may wish to operate from a cloud computing platform. Enterprise Ireland proactively supports the development of its client companies in meeting the challenges posed by Cloud Computing through the application of a range of existing financial supports including: · Feasibility study grants to investigate business...

Written Answers — Cloud Computing Strategy: Cloud Computing Strategy (9 May 2012) See 1 other result from this answer

Brendan Howlin: My Department is working with the Public Service Chief Information Officer (CIO) Council on the development of the Cloud Computing Strategy for the public service. Drafting is under way. It is planned to bring the Strategy to Government in June for approval and publication. Considerable research on Cloud Computing approaches has already been done with ICT companies based in Ireland and it...

Written Answers — Information Technology: Information Technology (24 Jan 2012) See 1 other result from this answer

Brendan Howlin: As part of the Public Service Reform Plan, published on 17 November 2011, my Department committed to develop a Cloud Computing Strategy for the Public Service during the first quarter of this year. This Strategy is being developed in collaboration with the Public Service Chief Information Officer (CIO) Council, which was recently established to assist and advise my Department in developing...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Departmental Strategies (21 Mar 2023)

Paschal Donohoe: I am pleased to have this opportunity to inform the Deputy of a number of developments that enable public service bodies to expand their use of cloud to deliver services. Connecting Government 2030: A Digital and ICT Strategy for Ireland’s Public Servicerestated my Department’s guidance from the previous Public Service Cloud Computing Advice Notethat, subject to certain...