WASHINGTON (February 19, 2009)—A local regional technology magazine recently recognized one of the FBI’s Information and Technology Branch’s (ITB’s) executives as a leader in information technology (IT). SmartCEO magazine selected Carlo Lucchesi, Assistant Director for the Office of IT Policy and Planning (OIPP), as one of its 2008 winners. The formal announcement of Lucchesi’s selection as a SmartCIO was published in the February issue of the magazine.
“I am pleased that the FBI’s IT accomplishments are being acknowledged by SmartCEO magazine. Recognition as an information and technology pioneer reflects the innovation and progress our Branch has made supporting the mission of the FBI,” said Lucchesi.
Every year, SmartCEO magazine recognizes top chief information officers and chief technology officers from a variety of industries, including government, education, accounting, law, and nonprofit organizations, who best portray their understanding of the meaning of being a leader in technology.
Lucchesi was selected by a committee of industry experts enlisted by SmartCEO. For the selection process, Lucchesi was asked to prepare a short essay on some of the IT best practices that he found successful within the ITB.
Lucchesi said, in part, that, “ Creating an actionable IT strategic plan focused on the FBI’s operational mission goals has provided the framework from which to integrate capital planning with our enterprise architecture and ensure that IT investments reflect the enterprise direction.”
Under Lucchesi’s leadership, OIPP produced compelling business cases for the FBI’s 12 major Fiscal Year 2010 investments during Fiscal Year 2008. This success allowed the FBI to gain the sole distinction of obtaining the highest scores in the federal government.
In addition, OIPP saved $14.9 million in FY 2008 through the management of enterprise license agreements, recouping funds in excess of 160 percent of its annual budget. A portion of these funds was redirected to accelerate deployment of BlackBerry SmartPhones so agents could share tactical information while maintaining operational mobility.
