An interview with Greg Zickau, chief technology officer (CTO) of the state of Idaho, is presented. Zickau talked about the Idaho Education Network, a private network that links all of the state's high schools, and why it is important. He also discussed how the approved funding for the state's core information technology (IT) network for fiscal 2014 will help shape IT for Idaho. In addition, Zickau revealed how he plans to fully carry out the Idaho IT strategic plan initiatives.