John Menefee

Arkansas Department of Information Systems (DIS)

The Arkansas Division of Information Systems (DIS) is the premier information technology products and solutions provider for the state. DIS provides over $80 million in IT products and solutions to approximately 300 state agencies, boards and commissions, K-12 public schools, business and administrative departments of higher education, cities and counties, and public safety organizations across the state. DIS is the engine that keeps public systems operational. It is responsible for managing the private state network dedicated for the sole use of over 1,500 governmental sites throughout the state. DIS works 24/7/365 to ensure that the network is constantly available to these sites responsible for delivering public services to the citizens of Arkansas. Vision To lead and optimize technology resources for Arkansas'​ public sector Mission Empowering the citizens of Arkansas through technology Values Technology leadership, customer service, quality results and efficiency Decision Drivers People, cost, reliability, security