1)      Create a digital Chicago that is second to none.

2)      Set several clear and decisive goals and then pursue them like you pursued the Olympics.

3)      The old Motto “The City that Works” should be updated to reflects the new global economy “The City that Never Stops Working” or “The City that Always Works – 24/7” 

4)      Adopt a platform for commerce that supports mission critical 24/7 environments and sell that as a unique amenity for corporate environments.

5)      Stop wasting money on supporting and maintaining old network infrastructure.

6)      Adopt what has been in the Chicago DNA for decades:  Build the best.  Build the greatest.  Set the Standard.

7)      Build cutting-edge power and network infrastructure which will last a long time.

8)      Implement broadband connectivity (1Gigabit per second minimum) which should include both wireless and fiber optic backbone capabilities.

9)      Fund this initiative with the monies that have been earmarked for Olympic implementation and follow through on it.

10)  Set the goal for 2016.

SOURCE: JAMES CARLINI, 773-370-1888