The purpose of GMIS IL is to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas, information, and techniques to foster enhancement in hardware, software, project management, and communication developments as they relate to government activities. We assist public sector agencies in their information and automation endeavors, as well as associated regional technology projections and/or issues.

GMIS IL was founded 20 years ago by Ms. Val Andres, an Information Technologies professional. Ms. Andres’ inspiration was to create and foster a group of technology professionals from within the public sector wherein project concepts could be openly shared. On behalf of Ms. Andres’ unwavering dedication to organization, GMIS IL has established the Val Andres Award. An appointed subcommittee selects a member of the organization for this award based on their unwavering spirit and dedication to the growth of GMIS IL. Today, GMIS IL has grown to include over 76 public sector agencies and 37 vendors.