Digital Governance Trends examines the profound impact of technology on government, exploring whether digital tools genuinely revolutionize governance or simply modernize existing systems.
It addresses how technology adoption is reshaping government-citizen relationships, influencing policy-making, and impacting digital service delivery.
The book hones in on enhancing government transparency through open data, improving efficiency via digital platforms, and the critical challenges of cybersecurity and data privacy.
For example, the adoption of digital tools can foster greater openness in governance.
The book argues that effective digital governance requires a holistic approach, considering technological capabilities, organizational structures, and citizen expectations.
It progresses through an examination of open data initiatives, an analysis of digital service delivery platforms, and a discussion of cybersecurity and data privacy.
The book underscores that while technology offers immense potential, success depends on strategic leadership and robust data governance.
It draws upon real-world examples and tech adoption studies to illustrate successes and failures in digital governance, providing practical recommendations for policymakers.
