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Robbins-Gioia Supports NYPD Technology Modernization Efforts
NYPD Recognizes Robbins-Gioia Support
January 13, 2003, Alexandria, VA-To assist the New York Police Department
reach its technology objectives, Robbins-Gioia, LLC, the leading provider of
project management services, is offering its expertise on a pro bono basis.
Initially, representatives from several prominent companies, including one of
Robbins-Gioia's customers, offered pro bono assistance to the NYPD in its
technology initiatives, including a technology assessment. The agency has
strong support in this area from Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Commissioner
Raymond Kelly. Robbins-Gioia offered its services to the NYPD, and, after
acceptance, performed an assessment of the NYPD's readiness to set up a PMO. As
a next step, Robbins-Gioia created a PMO implementation plan. "These
activities helped the NYPD identify requirements, map the implementation, and
forecast benefits specifically related to their modernization efforts,"
said Salvatore Gioia, vice president of Robbins-Gioia's New York office.
Another NYPD initiative is the new Computer- Aided Dispatch (or CAD) emergency
dispatch system. The NYPD awarded HP the contract to install the software, but
required a third-party program manager to oversee the project. In partnership
with another company, Andrew Anderson, Robbins-Gioia's vice president of
operations, helped the NYPD set up interview parameters for the independent CAD
program manager. Robbins-Gioia developed a process to gauge candidates'
technical and management skills and categorize and down select candidates.
Robbins-Gioia also served on the interview committee. "We were able to
provide best practices related to screening candidates for this important
role," said Anderson. "Too often, decisions are based on
personalities and politics. The NYPD, committed to this initiative, recognized
the importance of creating an objective, structured process."
NYPD Deputy Chief John Gilmartin added, "Our appreciation for
Robbins-Gioia's high level of expertise, excellent management skills, and
invaluable advice cannot be overstated."
During a recent luncheon honoring the companies who helped the New York Police
Department with its IT initiatives, NYPD representatives recognized
Robbins-Gioia. Merrill Lynch, IBM, and Deloitte were also recognized. Deputy
Chief John Gilmartin presented Anderson, Sal Gioia, and John Gioia, chairman of
the board of Robbins-Gioia, with certificates recognizing their
"exceptional contributions, dedication and most of all . . .
friendship."
About Robbins-Gioia
Robbins-Gioia has been dedicated to delivering management consulting solutions
to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies for 20 years. Robbins-Gioia
combines thought leadership, disciplined processes, industry-based knowledge,
and integrated tools to help global customers optimize their business
processes, accelerate change, and establish time, cost, and quality
improvements to transform their businesses. For more information, please call
Robbins-Gioia, LLC at 800-663-7138, or visit the web site at
www.robbinsgioia.com.
About the New York Police Department
The mission of the NYPD is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by
working in partnership with the community and in accordance with constitutional
rights to enforce the laws, preserve the peace, reduce fear, and provide for a
safe environment. For more information, please visit the web site at
www.ci.nyc.ny.us/html/nypd/home.html.
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