About the Department

Responsibilities

The Sanibel Department of Management Information Systems is responsible for evaluating and implementing new technology systems. To do so, it must analyze the costs and benefits of systems that are used for routine business needs as well as for emergency management. The Department efficiently manages the City's technology needs through adequate staffing and fiscally sound outsourcing, seven days a week, 24 hours a day, with particular attention to the essential functions provided by the Police and Utility Departments.

2008 Goals

Current goals of the Sanibel Department of Management Information Systems include the following:

-Upgrade 25 percent of the City's computers and software.
-Add additional areas of interest to the Police Department video system.
-Identify projects that can be implemented fully by outside contractors.

2007 Accomplishments

Recent accomplishments of the Sanibel Department of Management Information Systems include the following:

-Upgraded technology systems that support critical functions of the Police Department and Emergency Management.
-Upgraded and provided support for technology allowing the City to function more efficiently.

Upcoming Challenges

The Sanibel Department of Management Information Systems supports the functions of all other Departments. As Departments' needs for technology expand, more MIS resources in terms of equipment, space, and staff are needed. Currently, the needs of Departments have outpaced the ability of MIS to provide support with current resources.