- Success Stories
  
  OTS benefits Louisiana by helping your organization. Whether it’s better data, modernized systems, or streamlined operations, you’ll get more efficiency in your mission.
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- Packing More into Less
  
  Shipping 360 and OTS unified Louisiana’s fragmented shipping operations, cutting costs, eliminating redundancy, and giving agencies real-time visibility statewide.
- Better Data and Policies
  
  The Blanco Center and OTS create a longitudinal data system that analyzes administrative data from Louisiana state agencies to reveal life paths and outcomes.
- News
  
  Latest updates and announcements from the Office of Technology Services.
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- OTS Influence Group Meets with State Leaders
  
  The second meeting of the statewide OTS Influence Group met to discuss upcoming IT projects.
- Putting a stamp on efficient shipping
  
  Unified statewide shipping platform standardizes operations, controls costs, and improves oversight across state agencies.
- For State Agencies
  
  Resources and guidance for Louisiana state agencies working with OTS.
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- Working with OTS
  
  OTS is responsible for overseeing information technology operations across executive branch agencies.
- Modernization
  
  Modernizing a state government agency’s technology is crucial for enhancing its ability to serve the public reliably.
- For Vendors
  
  Information for vendors doing business with the State of Louisiana and OTS.
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- The Work Process
  
  Learn how to onboard as a contractor, submit invoices through the vendor portal, and navigate OTS billing processes.
- Working with OTS
  
  OTS is the centralized IT partner for all state technology needs and the gatekeepr for IT vendor contracts.
- For Employees
  
  Tools and information for employees and internal partners.
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- Work with Us
  
  Get great benefits, retirement, wellness programs, flexible scheduling, and excellent career growth.
- Employee Spotlight
  
  See how our employees are making a difference in Louisiana for both OTS and in the lives of others.
- About OTS
  
  Learn about OTS, our leadership, and how we support agencies statewide.
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- Enabling Legislation
  
  The Office of Technology Services was created through acts by the Louisiana Legislature.
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  Explore OTS service verticals and what each team supports.

Michael Andresen

Applications and Data Management Director

Michael Andresen is the Applications and Data Management Director for the State of Louisiana’s Office of Technology Services (OTS). He oversees enterprise applications and data systems that support agencies statewide, ensuring secure, reliable, and efficient technology solutions. Michael is dedicated to modernizing systems, improving data-driven decision-making, and advancing innovation to better serve Louisiana’s citizens.

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Did You Know?

The First Computer Bug was an Actual Bug

In 1947, engineers found a moth stuck in the Harvard Mark II relay. They logged it as the “first actual case of a bug being found”.

National Clean Out Your Computer Day

Every second Monday in February is National Clean Out Your Computer Day. Established in 2000 by the The Institute for Business Technology, this day reminds us to clean up folders, delete old files, update software, and perform general maintenance on your devices.

National Online Learning Day

Founded in 2016, this day honors the advancements of online learning, and encourages people to sign up for online classes or courses.

Testimonials

Dr. Leah Raby

Executive Director, Louisiana Commission on Human Rights

OTS built a fiscally-sound and secure data collection system for us so we can efficiently receive and process discrimination complaints in employment, banking and lending, and public accommodations. Their work ensures that we can fulfill our mission with efficiency, transparency, and public trust.

Dr. Rachel Veron

Executive Director, ULL Blanco Public Policy Center

We see OTS as a trusted partner in our effort to create a K20W+ longitudinal data system for public policy research in Louisiana. We know that whatever we need, we can find great support from OTS. From their Data Center Operations, InfoSec, we feel confident that they’re one of our greatest assets.