Data moderization

Welcome to Data Modernization (DM) in Utah

Our vision is simple: We ensure the right people have the right information at the right time to protect lives and livelihoods . Data modernization is more than just a tech upgrade; it is a systemic shift toward timely, actionable data. By coordinating priorities across Utah’s decentralized public health system—including 13 local health departments and 8 federally recognized tribes—we are building a future-ready infrastructure that paves the way for a healthier Utah.
2026 Roadmap
DMI Strategic plan
DMI Council charter
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Data modernization committee meeting calendar

Stay up to date with our progress. Our teams maintain a rigorous schedule to ensure continuous improvement:

DMI Tiers

We utilize an enterprise-level governance structure to ensure that every project is feasible, funded, and impactful. Our progress is guided by three distinct tiers:
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Project charters

Every project we prioritize must build core infrastructure, be sustainable, and focus on system-wide transformation rather than simple maintenance.

DM Workforce Acceleration Project

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UMED

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DSAs/Data Access

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Governance Enhancements

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Sustainable Data Modernization Funding Exploration and Diversification

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2026 DMI EMSA Roadmap

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Chronic Disease Reporting Rule

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LIMS/Labware 8

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Data Modernization Director Receives Governor’s Award for Innovation

Nicole Yerkes earned the 2025 Governor’s Award for Excellence for revolutionizing Utah’s public health data sharing. By consolidating systems and streamlining agreements, Nicole has empowered local leaders with faster, more reliable data to protect Utah communities.

How Utah is using PHIG funding to modernize its public health data system

In a featured episode of the Public Health Review Morning Edition podcast, Nicole Yerkes discusses how Utah is leveraging Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) funding to build a unified, future-ready data system.

Utah’s Streamlined Data Sharing Featured as National Success Story

Nicole Yerkes was highlighted by the National Network of Public Health Institutes (NNPHI) for her work in revolutionizing how Utah handles data-sharing agreements.

Katie Zimmerman Receives National Data Systems Change Leadership Award

Former DMI Coordinator Katie Zimmerman has been honored with the individual "Data Systems Change Leadership Award" by the National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD). This prestigious award recognizes Katie’s exceptional work with the chronic disease action incubator, where she led efforts to modernize data systems to better track and address chronic health conditions.

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    Summary of Listening and Learning sessions

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