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ThuMay212026
Kenya signs Technopolis Act opening door for new tech cities
Kenya has enacted the Technopolis Act, establishing a formal legal framework for the development and management of technology-focused urban zones across the country.
Kenya’s President, William Ruto, signed the legislation at State House in Nairobi on Monday as part of a broader package of three investment-related bills, including the Income Tax Bill and the Special Economic Zones (Amendment) Bill.
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ThuMay212026
VU: Government Targets Fully Digital Services by 2030
Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Minister of Finance Johnny Koanapo says the Government of Vanuatu is moving toward major digital transformation of public services with the launch of a new QR code payment system designed to make government services more accessible, secure, and efficient for citizens across the country.
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ThuMay212026
VN: Digital transformation is not just a slogan, but must go into everyday work
According to National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man, digital transformation is not just a slogan, but must go into daily work, bringing specific efficiency.
On the morning of May 13, in Hanoi, Politburo Member, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man chaired a working session with the National Assembly's Steering Committee for Science and Technology (S&T) development, innovation (IS), digital transformation (CĐS) and the National Assembly's CĐS Steering Committee.
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ThuMay212026
PH: Bacolod becomes the pilot city for the country’s upgraded 911 system
Bacolod City is now the first city using the country’s upgraded Unified 911 platform after formally partnering with PLDT Enterprise for the rollout.
The deployment introduces a centralized emergency response system powered by the Genesys cloud platform. The setup includes unified call handling, dispatch coordination, GPS tracking, video streaming, and integrated incident reporting. PLDT Enterprise also deployed FiberBiz and iGate Premium connectivity across 30 government sites supporting emergency operations.
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WedMay202026
IN: Gujarat: Dholera Smart City – The Future of Urban Living in India
India is rapidly moving toward a smarter and more sustainable future, and one of the biggest examples of this transformation is (Google Maps) . Developed as India’s first Greenfield smart city under the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC), Dholera is designed to become a world-class hub for business, technology, infrastructure, and modern living.
Spread across approximately 920 square kilometers in Gujarat, Dholera Smart City is planned from the ground up with advanced urban planning, smart infrastructure, sustainable energy systems, and future-ready connectivity. Unlike traditional cities that evolve over time, Dholera is being built with a long-term vision focused on industrial growth, digital governance, and high-quality urban living.
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WedMay202026
AI, Digital Twin technology underpin Việt Nam smart city development
Data, artificial intelligence and digital twin technology are playing a growing role in smart city development in Việt Nam, experts said at the 5th National Forum on Emerging Technologies for Smart and Sustainable City Development held in HCM City last week.
They said smart cities are entering a new phase, moving beyond the digitalisation of public services towards real-time analysis, forecasting and data-driven urban governance powered by AI and big data.
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WedMay202026
MA: UM6P Forum: No Smart City Without Silicon Sovereignty
Benguerir’s forum confronted the uncomfortable truth and staged a rare, unflinching reckoning with the hardware deficit behind AI-powered urbanism.
The applause had barely settled from the opening ceremony when the third edition of the Smart Green City Benguerir-Africa Forum pivoted from pleasantries to provocation.
Convened at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) on Tuesday and moderated by Conference Chair Aawatif Hayar, the inaugural keynote session assembled four voices spanning techno-anthropology, semiconductor engineering, industrial systems integration, and live digital-twin deployment – all orbiting a single, disquieting proposition: that the entire smart city edifice rests on a foundation most countries neither own nor control.
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WedMay202026
MA: UM6P’s Smart Green City Forum Charts a New Course for AI-Driven Urbanism in Africa
Benguerir’s forum crystallized a continental consensus: Africa’s smart city future hinges not on imported algorithms but on locally forged, socially anchored AI ecosystems steered by universities and territorial governance.
The third edition of the Smart Green City Benguerir-Africa Forum convened on Tuesday at the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) campus, assembling diplomats, governors, tech executives, and academics from over a dozen countries to make the case that African cities must forge their own models of intelligent urbanism rather than import them wholesale from abroad.
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WedMay202026
Why Saudi Arabia’s urban future is about livability. Not just smart systems
The country has become one of the world’s largest smart city laboratories—testing technology, infrastructure, and urban design across its national landscape.
In Saudi Arabia, about 84% of its population now lives in cities, putting significant pressure on urban systems. Population growth, climate challenges, traffic jams, and higher expectations for quality of life are all adding to the strain. To address this, Saudi Arabia has launched a broad smart city plan to improve everything from traffic flow to energy use.
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TueMay192026
KR: AI city era begins… “It will even change the city operating system and spatial structure”
“Be ready for the era of autonomous driving and robots”… Korea Research Institute for Human Settlements presents the policy direction for AI cities
The Korea Research Institute for Human Settlements (KRIHS) has proposed new policy innovation measures for cities to respond to the age of artificial intelligence (AI). The assessment is that AI is emerging as a key policy variable—not just for upgrading city services, but for fundamentally reorganizing the city’s operating system and spatial structure itself.
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TueMay192026
Vietnam targets fully digital public services by 2035
Vietnam aims to conduct all citizen-government transactions digitally by 2035 under a newly approved national transformation program.
Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung has signed a decision approving the Prime Minister’s program on developing population data applications, electronic identification and authentication to support digital transformation for the 2026-2030 period, with a vision toward 2035, known as Project 06.
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TueMay192026
BH: Smart cities ‘are frontline in responding to modern crises’
Bahrain’s urban resilience framework has been praised following recent regional attacks, with an expert highlighting how smart cities are becoming the frontline in responding to modern crises.
Bahrain Smart City Society President Dr Shaikha Fay bint Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Khalifa noted that in a world undergoing rapid geopolitical transformations, cities have become the arena in which nations’ resilience is tested – not only militarily, but also economically, environmentally, and socially.
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MonMay182026
Sleepy seaside village Ballito in South Africa is pioneering cutting-edge smart city tech
Once a sleepy holiday destination on the north coast of KwaZulu-Natal, Ballito has become a prominent testing ground for smart estates and the tech-driven retail market in South Africa.
Located approximately 46km north of Durban, Ballito was established as a private township in 1954 by the Glen Anil Development Corporation, headed by Dr Edward Rubenstein.
At the time, the land itself formed part of a sugarcane farm at Compensation Beach, and Ballito’s name was borrowed from Ballito Hosiery Limited, a stockings producer based in England.
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MonMay182026
IN: Bihar: Patna: City set for AI-driven civic vigil with ‘Nagar Netra’ project
In a push to make the state capital smarter and cleaner, Patna Smart City Limited (PSCL) is set to launch a hi-tech Civic Services Surveillance and Monitoring Project. The initiative aims to replace manual surveys with AI-based monitoring of civic issues across the city.
As part of the project, 19 electric two-wheelers equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) cameras will be deployed across all 75 wards under the Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC). Named ‘Nagar Netra’, these vehicles will scan roads to detect garbage, open manholes, faulty street lights and illegal encroachments, and send real-time alerts to a central control room. The vehicles will carry PSCL and PMC branding, with charging hubs planned at the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) and other designated locations.
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MonMay182026
US: Pennsylvania: Philadelphia Ranks Among the 10 Smartest Cities in the United States, New Study Finds
Philadelphia ranked in the top 10 of the smartest cities in the nation, for its smart tech and sustainability efforts.
A new study ranking the smartest cities in the United States has Philadelphia ranked at number 10, according to Andreea Neculae for CoworkingCafe.
The rankings were heavily determined by how each city is doing in terms of technology-driven urban development. It uses 13 key metrics, which are then categorized in three weighted groups: Smart Infrastructure and Connectivity, Sustainability and Green Initiatives, and Tech Job Market.
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MonMay182026
QA: Smart city expansion drives rapid growth in FM market
Qatar’s facility management (FM) market is poised for strong growth over the next five years, driven by smart-city expansion, sustainability goals, and the redevelopment of major infrastructure assets, according to a report by Mordor Intelligence.
The report estimates that the market will grow from $8.98bn (QR32.74bn) in 2026 to $16.03bn (QR58.44bn) by 2031, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.28 percent during the forecast period. Last year, the sector was valued at $8bn (QR29.16bn).
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SunMay172026
Tax cuts, access and quality of life shape startup-friendly smart cities
A research team has developed a quantitative policy evaluation framework for assessing how cities can attract startups while maintaining high living standards. In this study, the team evaluated the startup ecosystem in an air-front smart city using a model that integrates Quality of Life (QOL), Quality of Business (QOB), and accessibility from both digital and physical dimensions, and revealed that policy, accessibility, and QOL are the key determinants.
This research, led by the Urban and Transportation Systems Laboratory, Department of Architecture and Urban Systems, Toyohashi University of Technology, was conducted as part of the JST e-ASIA Joint Research Program, an international collaborative project involving Japan, Thailand, and the Philippines, and the findings are published in Smart Cities.
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SunMay172026
Mobility-as-a-Service: Moovit introduces AI-powered experience
At a glance
- Who: Moovit.
- What: The urban commuter app is announcing the global launch of an artificial intelligence- (AI-) powered experience.
- Why: To remove the effort and uncertainty from public transit and evolve from a navigation tool to a personal transit assistant.
- Where: The new features are being deployed globally.
The urban commuter app now offers AI-driven Trip Insights, smarter filtering tools as well as MoovitAI to redefine how people navigate public transit.
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SunMay172026
QA: 93% of MoM services completed electronically in 2025
Ministry of Municipality has unveiled its 2025 annual report, highlighting major achievements in digital transformation, sustainability, urban development, and food security as part of efforts to advance the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030.
The report showcased a year of accelerated progress across municipal services, environmental initiatives, and smart governance projects, with the ministry emphasizing innovation and sustainability as key pillars of its strategy.
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SatMay162026
UG: Govt Pushes for Unified Digital Systems to Strengthen E-Services Delivery
The Government of Uganda has renewed its push for a fully integrated digital service delivery system, with officials calling for an end to fragmented government platforms that slow down service delivery and compromise efficiency.
The call was made by the Minister of State for ICT and National Guidance, Godfrey Kabbyanga Baluku, while officiating the opening of a Residential Workshop on E-Services held at Country Lake Resort.
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SatMay162026
ZA: Smart city ambitions expose critical infrastructure to rising cyber threats
Countries worldwide are accelerating investment in smart, green cities designed to drive economic growth, attract investment and showcase sustainability innovation. From Masdar City to Freiburg and Songdo, these digitally connected urban environments are reshaping how cities operate and consume resources.
Cape Town is also investing heavily in smart grids, water-management systems and digital ecosystems as it advances its own smart-city ambitions.
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SatMay162026
PH: Nueva Ecija: DOST, NEUST, CLSU, LGU push smart city initiatives in Science City of Muñoz
The partnership among the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Central Luzon, the local government unit of Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST), and Central Luzon State University (CLSU) is expected to strengthen the city’s push toward becoming a smart and sustainable city.
This followed their signing of a Memorandum of Agreement for Project ANGELA (Transforming Urban Mobility with Care and Innovation in Science City of Muñoz) and SCDI-HUB (AI-Driven Smart City Data Integration and Decision Intelligence Hub for Science City of Muñoz).
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SatMay162026
IN: Haryana: Gurugram's 1.12 Lakh Streetlights To Be Controlled Via Mobile App In Smart City Upgrade
The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram has announced plans to introduce a mobile app-based system to operate and monitor street lights across the city, as officials move to improve maintenance efficiency and strengthen smart city infrastructure.
The initiative will bring approximately 1.12 lakh streetlights under digital control, replacing the old practice where workers manually switched lights on and off across different parts of the city.
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FriMay152026
VN: For smarter cities
Vietnam reaching its net-zero commitments by 2050 will require a concerted effort from the construction and urban development industry.
As the world gradually moves toward net-zero emission targets in the 21st century, the construction and urban development industry in Vietnam faces both challenges and opportunities. This necessitates that investors and managers proactively adjust their strategies and adapt to the trends of the green and smart economy. At the “Applying Carbon Governance for Green, Smart Cities and Green Buildings” workshop, held on April 23 in Hanoi by the Vietnam Society of Civil Engineers (VSCE), experts discussed international experience in integrating carbon governance into urban planning and shared solutions for reducing emissions from transportation, using energy efficiently, and developing green infrastructure toward sustainable development.
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FriMay152026
Greece Launches €400 Million Smart City Projects
Digital Governance Minister Dimitris Papastergiou announced in Thessaloniki that the government had launched projects worth €400 million to support the technological needs of Greek municipalities, drawing funding from EU programmes and national resources.
Papastergiou said authorities would present a new open data platform of the Greek state in the coming week, increasing available datasets to 9,000 from around 80. He noted that municipalities, businesses, researchers, and citizens would be able to freely use the data, enabling the redesign of cities and boosting entrepreneurship through the use of Artificial Intelligence.
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FriMay152026
SA: Syrian minister reviews smart city, digital transformation models in Saudi Arabia
Syria’s Minister of Local Administration and Environment Mohamad Anjrani and his accompanying delegation reviewed advanced experiences in smart cities and digital transformation during an official visit to Saudi Arabia.
The delegation was briefed on the work of NHC Innovation, the technical and innovation arm of the National Housing Company (NHC), according to a statement posted on the ministry’s Telegram on Tuesday.
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ThuMay142026
Egypt Opens Modernised Beni Suef Post Office as Part of Nationwide Digital Transformation Drive
The newly developed post office has been equipped with advanced technological systems to deliver a wide range of services, including postal, financial, government, and “Digital Egypt” offerings.
Raafat Hendy has inaugurated the upgraded Beni Suef Main Post Office during an official visit to Beni Suef, as part of broader efforts to modernise postal and digital service infrastructure nationwide. The opening was attended by Governor Abdullah Abdel Aziz and Dalia Elbaz, marking a key milestone in Egypt’s push toward enhanced digital and financial inclusion.
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ThuMay142026
‘If we get digital transformation right, we’ll never do modernisation projects again’: US leaders on the future of government services
Strengthening digital government capability is a central priority for public services today. US governemnt leaders discussed how to adopt new technologies to improve services, and build the digital workforces that governments need
On a recent Global Government Forum webinar, US government leaders discussed digital transformation progress, the size of the prize, and how to build the right capability and capacity for success.
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ThuMay142026
MY: Sabah: Kota Kinabalu City Hall to use satellite technology to monitor, address issues in the city
City Hall here will be utilising satellite technology for data analysis and to tackle issues faced in the city more effectively, says Datuk Joniston Bangkuai.
The Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister said in view of Kota Kinabalu moving towards smart city status, the use of satellite technology would be able to increase City Hall’s capability to better monitor and address issues.
He said this approach could assist local authorities to make quicker and better decisions based on clearer and more accurate data to solve squatter problems, cleanliness, traffic flow and industrial activities, among others.
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WedMay132026
VN: Ho Chi Minh City rolls out digital health records on citizen app
Ho Chi Minh City is implementing electronic health records (EHRs) for all residents via its Digital Citizen App, aiming to improve access, data accuracy and the overall quality of healthcare services.
The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health, in coordination with the municipal Department of Science and Technology, the City Digital Transformation Center and the municipal Department of Public Security, has agreed on a plan to deploy electronic health records (EHRs) for all residents through the city’s Digital Citizen App.
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WedMay132026
IN: Telangana: Modi to Lay Foundation Stone for Zaheerabad Industrial Smart City Project on May 10
The smart city under the Hyderabad–Nagpur Industrial Corridor in Telangana, upon operationalisation, will boost manufacturing and economic development
Zaheerabad Integrated Industrial Smart City is set to drive next-generation industrial growth in Telangana, Union Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy said on Tuesday.
The smart city under the Hyderabad–Nagpur Industrial Corridor in Telangana, upon operationalisation, will boost manufacturing and economic development. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone for the project taken up at an estimated cost of Rs.2360.54 crore on May 10, 2026.
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WedMay132026
Africa’s Digital Transformation Is Outpacing Its Cybersecurity Governance
Africa’s digital transformation is no longer a future ambition, it is a present reality. Governments are digitizing public services, fintech is redefining financial inclusion, and data-driven systems are reshaping sectors from healthcare to agriculture. Yet beneath this progress lies a growing imbalance: technology adoption is accelerating faster than the governance structures required to secure it.
This gap is becoming one of the most critical risks to Africa’s digital future.
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WedMay132026
IN: Telangana's ambitious Future City project hits roadblocks
Farmers from at least four major villages—Medipally, Nanaknagar, Tatiparthy, and Kurmidda—in the adjoining Ranga Reddy district are actively putting up resistance against land acquisition for the project.
The “Future City”, the dream greenfield project of Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy around Hyderabad, is caught in a wave of protests by a section of farmers who are unwilling to part with their lands.
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WedMay132026
UNDP highlights challenges in public sector digital transformation outcomes
Public sector transformation requires more than technology, demanding systemic reform in governance, procurement, and talent to meet citizens’ real needs.
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TueMay122026
China advances smart city governance with AI-driven public services and digital infrastructure
International officials highlight efficiency, real-time management and citizen-focused solutions as key to sustainable urban development
The Chinese city of Xi'an is strengthening its position as a benchmark for smart urban governance, demonstrating how digital technologies and data-driven systems can enhance public services, improve efficiency, and support sustainable development.
According to China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS, officials and urban management experts from multiple countries, including Egypt and Oman, examined the city’s governance model, focusing on how digitalisation is reshaping municipal services and infrastructure management.
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TueMay122026
IN: Mukhyamantri Smart City Yojana to be rolled out soon in Odisha
The Mukhyamantri Smart City Yojana (MSCY) will be launched shortly, with 15 municipalities and five notified area councils (NACs) slated for development in the first phase, a senior official from the state Urban Development department said.
The initiative, announced by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi during the recent Budget Session, has an allocation of Rs 100 crore for the current financial year.
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TueMay122026
GH: ICT Insight with Institute of ICT Professionals: Why the digital transformation must prioritize cybersecurity
Ghana is steadily advancing toward a digital future. Across government institutions, financial services, healthcare systems, and private enterprises, digital technologies are transforming how services are delivered and how citizens interact with institutions.
Initiatives such as digital identification systems, mobile money platforms, e-government services, and electronic health records reflect the country’s commitment to leveraging technology to drive economic growth, improve governance, and enhance service delivery.
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TueMay122026
Ghana: a national strategy for AI and digital leadership
The Ghana has officially launched its national strategy dedicated to artificial intelligence, confirming its ambition to position itself among African leaders in digital innovation. This roadmap aims to frame the development of AI, accelerate the transformation of public and private services, and strengthen local skills in a context of global technological competition.
The launch of Ghana’s national artificial intelligence strategy is part of a continental dynamic in which several African countries are progressively structuring their digital policies. The objective is clear: not to be mere consumers of technologies developed elsewhere, but to become actors capable of designing, adapting, and regulating artificial intelligence solutions.
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MonMay112026
GH: Gov’t to prioritise digital transformation under new public sector reform strategy
Ghana’s public sector is set for a major digital transformation under the second phase of the National Public Sector Reform Strategy (NPSRS II), with government placing renewed emphasis on improved ICT infrastructure, enhanced coordination and stronger institutional capacity to improve service delivery.
Minister of State for Public Sector Reforms, Lydia Lamisi Akanvariba, disclosed that the new framework will prioritise digitalisation and gender-responsive reforms as part of efforts to strengthen accountability, transparency and efficiency across public institutions.
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MonMay112026
IN: Maharashtra: Nashik civic body accelerates smart city projects to meet implementation deadlines
Synopsis
The Nashik Municipal Corporation has stepped up execution of multiple smart city projects amid pressure to meet completion timelines under the national Smart Cities Mission. Key works include integrated command and control systems, road infrastructure upgrades, public space improvements, and urban mobility initiatives. The acceleration comes as authorities seek to complete pending components within stipulated deadlines, with a focus on improving service delivery and urban infrastructure. The developments are expected to enhance liveability in Nashik while also influencing real estate activity through improved civic amenities and connectivity across the city.
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MonMay112026
Ghana’s Digital Ghost Towns: Why Government Systems Are Built but Not Used
Ghana has spent the past decade investing heavily in information technology — from digital health records and school portals to e‑government platforms designed to modernise public service delivery. The ambition is clear: a nation powered by technology.
But behind the ribbon‑cuttings and press releases lies an uncomfortable truth. Many of these systems are barely used.
Across ministries, hospitals, and schools, one finds what can only be described as digital ghost towns — fully built IT systems that exist on paper but remain inactive, ignored, or abandoned in practice.
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SunMay102026
St Vincent advances digital ID, civil registry overhaul
St. Vincent and the Grenadines has begun a seven‑day series of working sessions aimed at overhauling its civil registration and digital identity infrastructure.
It’s one of the most significant steps yet in the Caribbean country’s national digital transformation agenda as the in-country sessions involve key government stakeholders and a visiting group from PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).
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SunMay102026
Are smart cities really for the better? Promise, gaps and the problem of proof
While smart cities have boosted life satisfaction for residents in some parts of world, in others, communities don’t have access to basic resources, let alone novel technologies.
Smart cities are being promoted as the “future of urban living”, but are they actually making our lives better?
We are already aware that our world is rapidly urbanising: we expect that over 70% of the world’s population will be living in cities by 2050 and there is immense pressure for cities to become stronger in terms of infrastructure and resources (housing, transport).
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SunMay102026
Making government digital transformation happen in Canada: a look ahead
Governments across the world are working to make digital transformation happen in order to improve services for citizens and support government priorities. This transformation is not just about implementing technology; it requires getting the right skills, culture, policies, and processes in place to capitalise on the benefits of data, AI, and digital tools.
Following last year’s AccelerateGOV conference, held in Ottawa in December, Global Government Forum produced a report focusing on how to scale what works and overcome barriers to digital transformation. It is based on panel sessions, presentations and discussions from the event, which is organised by GGF, as well as a survey of 228 of the Canadian public servants registered for it.
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SatMay092026
Turks and Caicos national digital ID to be ready in 2027: Govt
The Turks and Caicos Islands have announced new investments in its long-awaited digital ID program, along with details of the legal framework that will regulate digital identity and data privacy.
The government has earmarked US$5 million for the National ID program, which will provide a trusted and verifiable identity framework for legal residents, according to Minister of Innovation, Technology and Energy Erwin Jay Saunders.
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SatMay092026
JP: New AI technologies unveiled at Toyota Woven City
At a glance
- Who: Toyota Motor Corporation; Woven by Toyota (WbyT); Toyota Woven City.
- What: Toyota Motor Corporation and WbyT have unveiled new AI technologies designed to accelerate innovation and drive its business philosophy Kakezan at Toyota Woven City.
- Why: To support the co-creation of products and services that enhance people’s lives, guided by the belief that AI should complement human intuition and ability rather than replace them.
- Where: Toyota Woven City is located at the base of Mount Fuji in Japan.
The artificial intelligence tech will be used to drive the core business philosophy of Kakezan at the smart city, located at the base of Mount Fuji in Japan.
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SatMay092026
Turkmenistan, Chinese firms discuss AI, high-tech and smart cities cooperation
Turkmenistan has explored the expansion of cooperation with Chinese technology companies in artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, and advanced telecommunications, Trend reports via the Turkmen Ministry of Communications.
The discussions involved Deputy Prime Minister Batyr Annayev and Minister of Communications Hajymyrat Hudaygulyyev. The Chinese side included major firms such as Huawei Technologies Co., ZTE-affiliated enterprises, and other representatives of the technology and telecommunications sector, with both parties emphasizing significant potential for long-term collaboration.
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FriMay082026
PH: DOST, UP launch new smart city hub for LGUs
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD), together with the University of the Philippines Training Center for Applied Geodesy and Photogrammetry (UP TCAGP), has launched a new system to improve governance and public services in the country.
Called the Smart Metro or the Modern Geospatial and Collaborative Solutions for the Development of Smart Regions, the system aims to address issues on disasters and emergency responses, traffic, mobility, land use, flooding, health and environmental concerns, and economic planning.
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FriMay082026
CN: Xi'an showcases smart city governance model
Mayors and government officials representing seven countries shared insights on digitalization and efficiency in modern city governance at the recently concluded 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue in Xi'an, Shaanxi province.
The participants from Jordan, Egypt, Lebanon, Oman, Iraq, Tunisia and New Zealand learned about Xi'an's experience through an on-site visit during the three-day event that ended on Wednesday.
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FriMay082026
IN: Smart City 2.0 In Limbo After SPV Scrap
The Nagpur Smart City 2.0 has slipped into uncertainty after the state govt scrapped the Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), leaving the ambitious next phase without a clear execution framework even as the existing system struggles with large-scale failures.
The wind-up of Nagpur Smart and Sustainable City Development Corporation Ltd (NSSCDCL) has effectively derailed key planning components of Smart City 2.0. The proposed Detailed Project Report (DPR) and appointment of a Project Management Unit (PMU) now stand shelved, creating a policy and execution vacuum at a critical juncture.
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ThuMay072026
Toyota’s Woven City, The World’s First Sci-Fi Smart City in Japan That Lets You Live Among Robots and AI – Open to Tourists Soon
Imagine walking through a city where robots share the streets with humans, where self-driving cars move seamlessly through urban landscapes, and where AI systems predict your every need. Welcome to Toyota’s Woven City — a futuristic smart city being built at the foot of Mount Fuji in Japan. This is not science fiction; it’s a living, breathing example of the future of urban living, open to visitors starting in 2026.
Located in Susono City, near the iconic Mount Fuji, Woven City is not just another futuristic project; it’s a game-changer for urban tourism. Developed by Toyota as a living lab, Woven City is where cutting-edge technologies like autonomous vehicles, robotics, and AI aren’t just concepts – they’re part of everyday life. Travelers visiting this urban utopia will get a firsthand experience of how the future of cities might look, from sustainable transportation to smart infrastructure.
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ThuMay072026
NO: Stavanger: A sustainable city?
Smart cities, sustainable cities, eco-cities, resilient cities, and so on. The rhetoric has reached Norway. A free-to-download book published last year presents Stavanger as “one of the first, and one of the leading smart sustainable cities in Europe.”
Titled "A Nordic Smart Sustainable City: Lessons from Theory and Practice", three academics at the University of Stavanger edited it: Barbara Maria Sageidet, Daniela Müller-Eie, Kristiane M.F. Lindland. Comprising 16 chapters divided among four parts, authors offer theories and practices of Stavanger as a smart, sustainable city. Aside from the alliteration, their expertise ranges from collaborations across art, science, and practice through to mobility, safety, and air quality.
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ThuMay072026
From Smart Cities to Intelligent Cities: Why the next urban leap requires more than technology
For more than a decade, the idea of the “smart city” has captured the imagination of governments, technologists, and urban planners alike. The premise has been simple: embed technology into infrastructure, connect systems, and cities will become safer, more efficient, and more liveable.
But the reality has been more sobering.
Across the world, cities have invested heavily in sensors, connectivity, and digital platforms.
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ThuMay072026
Cities in the Shadow of the Server: A Reading List for Urbanists
Seven books for city leaders and community organizers to understand smart cities and the past, present, and future of urban technology infrastructure.
The fight over tech infrastructure in our cities didn’t start with ChatGPT, and it won’t end with it, either.
For decades, technology companies have been arriving in cities and communities with grand promises of jobs, efficiency, and automated utopias, but ultimately extracting far more than they delivered: land, water, public subsidies, data, democratic control over local decisions. The tools and the scale have changed; the pattern hasn’t.
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WedMay062026
MY: Selangor adopts smart city model to drive sustainable, resilient development
Selangor is adopting international urban management models, tailored to local needs, under a broader push to become a smart, resilient and sustainable state, said state executive councillor for local government and tourism Dato’ Ng Suee Lim.
He added that this approach reflects the state’s commitment to aligning global best practices with on-site realities.
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WedMay062026
TH: Pattaya upgrades 1337 complaint system with AI-driven CRM push toward smart city services
Pattaya is moving forward with plans to modernize its public complaint handling system by integrating artificial intelligence into its customer relationship management (CRM) platform, aiming to enhance efficiency and service quality under its Smart City development strategy.
Mayor Poramet Ngampichet chaired a meeting at City Hall to review the proposed upgrade of the city’s long-running Pattaya Contact Center 1337 system, which has been in operation for around 12 years.
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TueMay052026
JO: From government unicorns to cognitive cities: Rethinking public innovation in the age of AI
In an era defined by rapid technological acceleration and rising citizen expectations, governments are under unprecedented pressure to reinvent themselves. Traditional bureaucratic systemsdesigned for stability rather than agilityare increasingly inadequate in addressing complex, data-driven societies. Against this backdrop, a new paradigm is emerging: the “government unicorn,” a metaphor for public institutions capable of achieving exponential impact through innovation, scalability, and intelligent governance. This shift is not merely conceptual; it reflects a deeper transformation in how states operate, make decisions, and deliver value in the age of Artificial Intelligence.
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TueMay052026
Korea's Land Ministry Launches First Smart City Business Matchmaking Event
- Verified Smart City Solutions to Be Linked to Actual Contracts via One-on-One Matching
- 16 Companies, 5 Local Governments, LH and Others — 35 Organizations Gather
- Technology Commercialization Training and Support Program Seminars Held in Parallel
- Land Ministry: "We Will Strengthen the Support System from Pilot to Market Entry"
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TueMay052026
TH: Pattaya brings tax payments online in smart city drive
The city of Pattaya is continuing its digital transformation with the introduction of an upgraded online public service system, allowing residents to pay taxes and fees through the “ePay Pattaya” platform.
The initiative is part of the city’s broader push to modernise public services and support a fully digital lifestyle for residents and property owners. Officials say the system is designed to make payments more convenient, eliminating the need to travel to offices or wait in queues.
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TueMay052026
TH: Minister Nikorn pushes Din Daeng Smart City model
Minister of Social Development and Human Security advances Smart City vision under BCG and ESG frameworks
On Friday, Nikorn Somklang, Minister of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS), visited Phase 1 of the Din Daeng Urban Renewal Project (Building G). During the visit, he announced a drive to transform "Din Daeng" into a Smart City under the BCG (Bio-Circular-Green Economy) and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) frameworks. The minister also met with elderly residents and vulnerable groups to offer encouragement. He was welcomed by Taweebhong Wichaidit, governor of the National Housing Authority (NHA), along with senior executives at Building G, Mitmaitri Road, Din Daeng district, Bangkok.
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MonMay042026
Building South Africa’s digital future: Infrastructure, skills, and the AI opportunity
With R50bn committed to data centres and Amazon Web Services already operating here, SA has everything it needs to lead Africa’s digital transformation.
President Ramaphosa’s announcement at the 2026 State of the Nation Address of a R50 billion investment into data centres over the next three years signals that South Africa recognises digital infrastructure as the foundation for economic growth.
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MonMay042026
Indian Villages That Are More Advanced Than Most Global Smart Cities
From digital payments and solar power to seamless governance, these Indian villages are quietly redefining what “smart living” actually looks like in everyday life.
When most people think of a village, they picture something slower, less connected, maybe even behind the times. “Smart cities," on the other hand, are supposed to be the future, efficient, digital, and fully integrated.
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MonMay042026
CA: British Columbia: Langley City declared a ‘Smart City’
Langley City has been named a Smart21 Community of 2026, becoming a semi-finalist in the selection of the Intelligent Community of the Year Award.
The annual award is organized by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF), and this is the second year running that Langley City has received the Smart21 designation.
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MonMay042026
IN: Andhra Pradesh: Vijayawada: Ministers study S’pore’s Smart City models
As part of their official visit to Singapore, a delegation of Andhra Pradesh ministers explored advanced urban planning practices and sustainable development models, with a focus on building future-ready cities.
During the visit, the ministers toured Morrow Architects, a globally recognized consultancy firm, where they held detailed discussions on cutting-edge city development frameworks and Smart City concepts. The delegation examined how integrated planning, design, and technology are being used to shape modern urban ecosystems.
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SunMay032026
Ghana launches National Artificial Intelligence Strategy to drive digital transformation
Ghana has officially launched its National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, setting out a long-term framework aimed at positioning the country as a leading artificial intelligence hub in West Africa and across the African continent.
The strategy was unveiled by President John Dramani Mahama, who emphasised that Ghana’s focus is not on whether artificial intelligence will shape the future, but on how the country will actively shape its use in line with national values and development priorities.
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SunMay032026
UAE targets 50% government AI automation in two years with new Agentic AI framework
UAE unveils Agentic AI framework to transform 50% of government services within two years, targeting faster delivery and low costs
The UAE has announced a major government transformation programme aimed at deploying Agentic AI across half of its public sector services within two years, marking a shift towards autonomous, intelligence-driven operations.
The initiative, unveiled during a UAE Cabinet meeting chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, is designed to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and accelerate service delivery through advanced artificial intelligence systems.
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SunMay032026
FPT and GS Engineering & Construction Advance AI-Ready Data Centers, Smart Cities Development in Vietnam
The MoU exchange was witnessed by ministers and senior government representatives from Vietnam and South Korea.
Global technology corporation FPT has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with GS Engineering & Construction Corporation (GS E&C) to strengthen collaboration in AI-ready data center infrastructure and smart city development in Vietnam, supporting the country’s digital infrastructure ambitions and sustainable urban development. The event took place during the Viet Nam-South Korea Business Forum in Hanoi, held during the official visit of South Korean President H.E. Lee Jae Myung to Vietnam.
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SunMay032026
Kazakhstan launches Astana Smart City project on AI platform
Kazakhstan has officially launched the Astana Smart City project as part of the development of an AI-driven urban infrastructure system, Trend reports via the press office of the Kazakh President.
The launch took place during a visit by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the International Center for Artificial Intelligence "Alem.ai" in Astana, on April 24.
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SatMay022026
UAE to move 50% of government services to AI within two years
Major digital shift announced under new national transformation plan
The UAE will transform half of its government sectors, services and operations to autonomous artificial intelligence systems within two years, under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
The major government shift was announced by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Thursday.
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SatMay022026
India-Japan Data Pact for AI Smart Cities
During the Japan-India AI Strategic Dialogue in April 2026, ONESTRUCTION Inc. and DataKaveri Systems signed an MoU to link openBIM standards with India’s IUDX platform. This partnership enables seamless data exchange for AI-driven urban planning, digital twins, and smarter infrastructure across 55 Indian smart cities.
India and Japan have signed a major Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to incorporate construction data in the urban AI systems, enhancing the development of smart cities in both countries.
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SatMay022026
TH: Pattaya hosts German economic delegation in major smart city push linking EEC to sustainable future growth
Pattaya has stepped onto the international stage with a high-level meeting welcoming a German economic delegation to explore cooperation on Smart City development and long-term sustainable growth.
The meeting, held on April 23, at Pattaya City Hall, was chaired by Mayor Poramet Ngampichet, who received H.E. Mrs. Daniela Schmitt, Minister of Economic Affairs, Transport, Agriculture and Viticulture of Rhineland-Palatinate, Federal Republic of Germany, along with her delegation.
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SatMay022026
Communicating with AI: How India is redefining citizen-centric governance
With rapid advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies, government institutions are increasingly adopting new tools to communicate policies and deliver services more efficiently
India’s governance model is undergoing a notable shift, moving away from a traditional top-down approach to a more citizen-centric system that prioritises accessibility, transparency and public participation. With rapid advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies, government institutions are increasingly adopting new tools to communicate policies and deliver services more efficiently.
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FriMay012026
UG: Government Bets on Digital Services to Spur Business Growth
A new government strategy seeks to expand access to trade services through digital platforms and decentralised support, targeting efficiency gains and stronger growth for businesses across Uganda.
The government has unveiled a renewed strategy to improve access to trade and business support services, positioning digital transformation and decentralisation as key drivers of Uganda’s economic growth.
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FriMay012026
Vietnam’s Hanoi targets near‑universal e-IDs under new digital transformation plan
Aims to issue digital IDs to 95 percent of residents by year end
Vietnam’s capital city has approved an ambitious digital transformation plan involving AI.
Hanoi will require all municipal agencies to use artificial intelligence from October 1. The city also aims to issue electronic IDs to 95 percent of residents by this year’s end.
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FriMay012026
Trends in 2026 for smart cities – from technology led to insights driven
The global smart city landscape has moved decisively beyond the era of often isolated technology-led pilot projects. Instead, as we progress through 2026, the landscape is increasingly characterized by data-driven insights projects. These are underscored by the five structural shifts discussed in this article as we explore the trends in smart cities for 2026.
At a glance
- Orchestrated, federated and integrated data-driven ecosystems improve local economies and citizens’ lives
- Smart city performance depends on every part being connected, synchronized, and responsive
- Data spaces provide the trusted, secure, and sovereign framework for data exchange in smart city ecosystems
- Agentic AI and digital twins are revolutionizing urban planning
- Metaverse‑style environments (the Citiverse) are emerging in smart cities
- Smart ports are among key regional drivers to smart cities
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FriMay012026
Why digital identity is central to Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda – Olasiyan
As Nigeria accelerates efforts to become Africa’s leading digital economy, experts are warning that the country’s digital transformation agenda cannot succeed without one critical foundation: a secure and trusted digital identity system.
In an analysis by digital identity expert, Dr. Olalekan Olasiyan, digital identity was described as the “keystone” of Nigeria’s economic future, capable of driving financial inclusion, reducing fraud, improving public services and expanding opportunities for millions of underserved citizens.
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ThuApr302026
Kazakh schoolgirls to present smart city project in Italy
Two students from the Karaganda Nazarbayev Intellectual School earned a ticket to an international hackathon in Italy to showcase a project aimed at transforming urban infrastructure. Their idea has already been recognized in Kazakhstan and is now stepping onto the global stage, Qazinform News Agency reports.
The project, developed by Yerkenaz Kazhiakhmetova and Medina Marat, focuses on analysis and planning of accessible urban environments.
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ThuApr302026
APAC: The role of the blockchain in smart city management
Cities worldwide continue to expand, prompting governments and businesses to adopt technologies that improve efficiency, sustainability, and quality of life. Smart city initiatives already rely on the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence, and big data to manage urban systems. The blockchain strengthens these systems by introducing secure, transparent, and decentralized infrastructure.
Across the Asia-Pacific (APAC), rapid urbanization and strong public investment continue to accelerate smart city development. Governments and institutions increasingly explore blockchain as a foundational technology to support secure data exchange, efficient services, and digital trust.
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ThuApr302026
Smart City Thought Leader, Futurist Keynote Speaker & Consulting For Hire
Top smart city thought leaders and futurist keynote speakers impact how urban environments evolve in response to rapid technological, environmental, and social change. Speaking engagements and consulting work center on helping governments, planners, and organizations as best smart city thought leaders to design cities that are more efficient, sustainable, and livable.
A major topic they address is the integration of digital infrastructure, particularly the Internet of Things. By connecting devices such as traffic systems, utilities, and public services, celebrity smart city thought leaders say that cities can collect and analyze real-time data to improve decision-making. Consultants and futurist experts advise on how to implement the systems responsibly, ensuring interoperability, cybersecurity, and long-term scalability.
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ThuApr302026
KH: Siem Reap discusses ways to accelerate Smart City project
Synopsis:
The Smart City phase 2 project focuses on using digital technology to manage urban issues such as waste and environmental management, traffic management and public safety for citizens, especially tourists.
Siem Reap Provincial Administration officials, along with experts from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Monday deliberated measures to review and assess the progress of the Smart City pilot project phase 2.
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WedApr292026
Vietnam Launches Bold AI Governance Overhaul with Mandatory Digital Government Systems, Nationwide Digital ID Expansion, and a Fully Connected Smart City Framework Transforming Tourism, Public Services, and Economic Growth
The Vietnam AI governance plan is setting the tone for a sweeping transformation in how Hà Nội runs its government and delivers public services. Under Plan No. 131/KH-UBND, the city is steadily shifting toward AI-led administration, expanded digital identity systems, and fully connected data infrastructure. The Vietnam AI governance plan is not just a policy update—it is a structural overhaul of governance itself, with artificial intelligence becoming part of daily administrative work, and a digital ID rollout targeting 95 per cent coverage of residents by 2026.
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WedApr292026
Pakistan’s 5G moment: chance or another missed transformation?
“When a country enhances its connectivity to be quicker and more intelligent, it isn’t just improving its internet; it is laying the groundwork for its future economy.”
With Pakistan entering the age of next-generation connectivity, the nation finds itself at an important technological junction. The recent launch of 5G services in sixteen major cities, such as Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Karachi, and Lahore, achieves a significant milestone in the nation’s digital advancement.
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TueApr282026
KR: KOTRA, MOLIT Launch K‑Smart City Push Abroad
Uzbekistan opens an 11-country roadshow series supporting Korean firms
The Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT) will cooperate with 11 countries, starting with Uzbekistan, to support the overseas expansion of K-Smart City.
KOTRA and MOLIT announced on April 19 that they held the ‘Uzbekistan Smart City Roadshow and Export Forum’ with 11 Korean companies on April 15.
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TueApr282026
South Korea aids 6 ASEAN cities with AI-based smart city tech
South Korea will demonstrate its tech prowess under an initiative that will see it utilize artificial intelligence (AI)-based smart city technologies to support six metropolises in Southeast Asia in tackling urban problems that have been plaguing administrations for decades.
The 2026 K-City Network program is a product of South Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport (MOLIT), intended to give major cities in Brunei, the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam relief from urban woes, such as traffic congestion and poor disaster response, while promoting the global expansion of domestic firms and smart city development.
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MonApr272026
Rethinking digital access in Malaysia's connected future
Across Asia, digital transformation is reshaping how people interact with systems, services and spaces.
As smart city initiatives expand and workplaces continue to digitise, identity is increasingly becoming the infrastructure that governs access across services, systems and physical environment.
In Malaysia, the shift is a reality, as the nation moves toward a Digital Identification system where a single login enables access to services.
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MonApr272026
VN: HCM City turns to digital solutions to solve urban issues
The Standing Committee of the city Party Committee recently issued Directive No. 10-CT/TU, a strategic move to enhance leadership in science, technology, and digital transformation, which emphasises a shift from traditional planning to a ‘breakthrough action, measurable outcomes’ approach.
HCM City is accelerating the integration of digital technologies, big data, and shared platforms to address chronic urban challenges, including traffic congestion, flooding, and environmental pollution.
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MonApr272026
IN: Kerala: Thiruvananthapuram: Corporation orders audit of Smart City works
The city corporation is set to conduct a comprehensive review of Smart City projects implemented under Smart City Thiruvananthapuram Ltd (SCTL), following concerns over incomplete works and maintenance failures. A high-level meeting with SCTL officials will be convened shortly to assess projects launched under the previous governing council.
The review follows missed deadlines on several Smart City Mission projects, while others, though completed, face upkeep challenges. Civic authorities say a detailed evaluation is needed to decide whether pending works should be continued, modified or dropped entirely.
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MonApr272026
EG: Africa's brand new capital city will have 6.5m residents and cost £43bn
The centrepiece of the new city is Africa's tallest building.
Rising from the desert 28 miles (45km) east of Cairo, the New Administrative Capital (NAC) has officially taken over as Egypt's functional seat of power. Once a barren stretch of sand, the site is now home to Africa’s tallest skyscraper and a high-tech government district that has seen tens of thousands of civil servants relocate from the historic capital.
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SunApr262026
BD: Bridging the digital divide
Digitalisation has been a central theme of Bangladesh's national branding for well over one and a half decades. There has been unreserved national consensus across all political hues on digital transformation. The general expectation therefore is for the optimum utilisation of technology and a steady rise in internet penetration. However, the country's march towards digitisation remains uneven, with one section equipped and another left behind.
The latest survey by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) lays bare this imbalance. It shows that 43.6 per cent of people in rural areas use the internet, compared to 75.7 per cent in urban areas, highlighting persistent inequality in access to digital services. Overall, 53.4 per cent of the population is connected to the internet, meaning nearly half of the population is excluded from the digital sphere.
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SunApr262026
VN: 5G - A decisive enabler for digital transformation
The quality of Vietnam’s 5G infrastructure will be crucial as it looks to secure a reputation within the regional digital economy.
Investment in 5G is an investment in national digital infrastructure, establishing the groundwork for new business models and innovative digital solutions while enabling deeper and more sophisticated growth in the digital economy. As 5G networks continue to expand in the age of AI, Vietnam must prioritize building robust and resilient infrastructure to position itself as a standout digital economy in the region.
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SunApr262026
BD: Smart City Concept: Is it Possible to Build Urban Economies Outside Dhaka!
Dhaka, being the heart of Bangladesh, has been burdened by population density over the years. Dhaka holds all the centres of Bangladesh, including administration, education, economy, healthcare, and many more. Along with population density, Dhaka has also been facing traffic jams, housing problems, and the most serious problem, which is environmental pollution. So the first question that arises here is, can Dhaka be decentralized? Can Dhaka be free of all this chaos? Or can we build a new urban economy outside of Dhaka? To be honest, the answer is absolutely positive. Yes, we can decentralize Dhaka and free our capital from the burden of the abovementioned pressures. It is extremely necessary for the development of our country.
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SunApr262026
US: Get smart about financing smart cities
Start with these three steps
US cities are in need of major infrastructure reinvestment and modernisation. By embracing new smart city models, we can make our cities more secure, safe, resilient and globally competitive. Government financial officers can play a key role in enabling this transformation using fiscal policy, Public Private Partnership and performance-based revenue models. By championing the creation of smart cities, government finance officers can drive urban reinvestment and modernisation. This report was developed by Deloitte US.
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SatApr252026
IN: Andhra Pradesh: Smart City Push: ICCC Goes Live in Tirupati With Data-Driven Monitoring Systems
The system integrates an adaptive traffic control system with red light violation detection at 20 junctions and automatic number plate recognition at six locations to aid enforcement and identify vehicles.
An Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) was inaugurated in Tirupati on Friday under the Smart City project, integrating multiple urban services onto a single technology platform.
The ICCC, developed as a pan-city ICT solution, will enable 24×7 surveillance, traffic management, emergency response and monitoring of municipal services. The project is being implemented by NEC Corporation India Pvt Ltd in consortium with KELTRON at a revised cost of Rs 120 crore.
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SatApr252026
Digital transformation of Tajikistan: from online services to a new economy
Governments across the world are entering a critical phase of digitalisation. Citizens want faster, simpler, and more transparent services, while businesses and investors want efficiency, predictability, and digital access. Digitalization of government services offers a proven pathway to overcome these challenges. By rethinking how services are designed and delivered through digital means, governments can increase performance, strengthen trust, and support long-term economic growth.
Tajikistan digitalization journey focused early on moving high-demand public services online. Through national e-government platforms, citizens and businesses can now access hundreds of services digitally, including civil registration, licenses, permits, tax services, and social benefits. Processes that previously required multiple in-person visits are now completed online, significantly reducing time and administrative burden, according to digitalization expert Faridun Yakubov.
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SatApr252026
BD: Broadband now main driving force of digital transformation
Says ICT Minister at the closing ceremony of Broadband Expo
Speakers at a programme stressed that broadband connectivity has become an essential service underpinning education, healthcare, e-governance and commerce, as Bangladesh accelerates its transition towards a "Smart Bangladesh".
Addressing the closing ceremony of Broadband Expo 2026 at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Posts, Telecommunications and ICT and Science and Technology Minister Fakir Mahbub Anam on Wednesday night said broadband is now "the main driving force" of the country's digital transformation.
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FriApr242026
IN: Uttar Pradesh govt unveils ₹2,900 crore blueprint for smaller towns
Uttar Pradesh plans ₹2,900 crore push to upgrade smaller towns with smart infrastructure, aiming for balanced urban growth and improved ease of living
The Uttar Pradesh government is looking to invest over ₹2,900 crore to foster planned urban development in smaller cities and towns.
The blueprint aims to replicate the flagship 'Smart City Mission' for new urban settlements across the state.
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FriApr242026
UNDP and Senegal Government Strengthen Ties on Digital Development Agenda
The agreement aims to support Senegal’s broader digital transformation agenda by leveraging technology to enhance public services, expand access to digital opportunities, and foster innovation across sectors.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Senegal’s Ministry of Communication Telecommunications and Digital Economy Senegal (MCTN) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration on digital transformation initiatives in the country.
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FriApr242026
JO: Minister ٍSmeirat Explains Digital Transformation Path to Facilitate Citizen Services
In a comprehensive meeting organized by the Rotary Club of Amman Cosmpolitant at the Four Seasons Hotel, Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship Sami Smeirat presented an overview of the implementation of the digital phase of Jordan's National Modernization Plan. He emphasized that the government is working in harmony with the public and private sectors, under the supervision of the Royal Court, to implement an integrated program that combines economic modernization, public sector development, digital transformation, and social protection.
The Minister said this effort isn't just a theoretical plan; it's an action plan to improve services, simplify procedures, and deliver tangible results for citizens.
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FriApr242026
Singapore’s Punggol Digital District redefines smart city model
Singapore’s Punggol Digital District (PDD) is emerging as a real-world testbed for AI-driven urban development, offering a state-planned alternative to Silicon Valley-style organic innovation ecosystems.
Six years after construction began, the district has transitioned from concept to operational “living lab,” integrating infrastructure, data systems, and industry within a single coordinated environment designed to support smart-city experimentation, News.Az reports, citing foreign media.
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ThuApr232026
MO: Beyond lip service
Macau has spent the past decade developing its smart city initiatives to enhance urban services, sustainability, and digital infrastructure. Yet, without international certification or recognition, the true impact remains unclear, and experts caution that progress has yet to translate into measurable results.
A city can proclaim itself a ‘smart city’, but the truth is that until it is recognised as such by its peers or accrediting bodies, it may be little more than marketing.
Conversely, a city can improve many of its sustainability indicators, thereby offering better living conditions to its inhabitants, yet it makes little sense to call it a ‘smart city’ if this is done solely by those responsible.
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ThuApr232026
MO: Smart city, ten years on
The innovation system developed through Macau’s smart city initiatives “is ambitious, complex, but still seeking complementarity”
The Macau Government first raised the idea of building a “smart city” in the 2016 Policy Address [“to initiate studies on a plan for the development of the new era of big data for Macau to become a smart city,” noted Chui Sai On].
A decade has since passed — ample time for an initial assessment.
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ThuApr232026
Why the most actionable insight in the IMD Smart City Index isn’t rank but resident satisfaction
Across cities, there are persistent and costly gaps between what urban authorities build and what residents experience, says Christos Cabolis.
In 2017, Sidewalk Labs, an Alphabet company, announced plans to build a data-driven neighborhood on 12 acres of Toronto’s waterfront. The proposal was ambitious: autonomous delivery robots, sensor networks, heated sidewalks, and a digital layer managing the neighborhood from “the internet up.” At public consultations, residents were given a 1,500-page plan and asked for feedback. One community organizer captured the underlying sentiment succinctly: “They have come up with a project that no one in Toronto has asked them to come up with. It became clear that the project was not simply misaligned with local needs. It was built in reverse. The starting point was available technology, not the actual challenges identified by residents. The result was a technically sophisticated solution in search of a use case.” The project was abandoned in 2020.
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ThuApr232026
A Blueprint For the Future of Urban Living: Powering up the Smart Cities of Tomorrow
Driven by demand for more sustainable and efficient spaces, smart cities powered by IoT, artificial intelligence (AI), and 5G technologies are reshaping how residents live, work, and interact within urban areas across the globe.
The ‘smart city’ technology market is expected to reach $301 billion by 2032 as more cities look to boost their citizens’ wellbeing and safety, alongside improving resource efficiency and infrastructure quality.
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ThuApr232026
No alternative to science to build smart Bangladesh : UNO Maidul Islam
With the theme "Science and technology, prosperity through innovation", a grand inauguration was held in Dohar Upazila of Dhaka.
Dohar UNO and Municipal Administrator Md. Maidul Islam inaugurated the fair at Begum Ayesha Girls'High School and College grounds on Wednesday morning.
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WedApr222026
AI Smart City Test in 5 Asian Countries
South Korea’s advanced smart city technologies are revolutionizing urban landscapes across Southeast Asia, addressing critical challenges such as water management, traffic congestion, public safety, and environmental sustainability. These innovations are not only modernizing cities but also setting benchmarks for scalable, AI-driven urban development that many regions aspire to follow. As these projects unfold, they demonstrate strategic deployment of artificial intelligence (AI), IoT sensors, dynamic data analysis, and integrated systems—creating smarter, safer, and more sustainable cities.
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WedApr222026
How Smart Infrastructure Is Reshaping Modern Cities
Building intelligent, data-driven urban ecosystems.
The cities being built and rebuilt today look fundamentally different from those of a generation ago not just architecturally, but in how they function at every level. Smart infrastructure development is redefining what urban infrastructure means, shifting from static systems that deliver a fixed service to dynamic networks that sense, respond, and continuously improve based on real-time data.
Transportation grids that adjust signal timing based on live traffic flow. Water distribution systems that detect leaks before they become failures. Energy networks that balance supply and demand across thousands of distributed sources simultaneously. These are not future-state concepts. They are operating today in cities across North America, Europe, and Asia—and the pace of deployment is accelerating.
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WedApr222026
Smart Cities Technology Is Transforming the Way We Live in the Urban Future
Cities around the world are evolving rapidly with the integration of smart cities technology, reshaping how people live, work, and interact within urban spaces. Fueled by data, connectivity, and digital innovation, smart cities combine automation, efficiency, and sustainability to create environments that respond dynamically to their residents' needs.
From traffic management to energy use, these cities represent a modern vision of how technology can make life more livable and efficient.
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TueApr212026
Xinhua Silk Road: "Smart City" Development and Innovation Competition concludes in S. China's Guangxi
The "Smart City" Development and Innovation Competition was held in Nanning in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region on March 30, with 37 teams winning in the finals of the competition and five representative projects completing on-site signing.
A total of 1,382 works participated in this competition, among which 252 works won awards.
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TueApr212026
Technology-Driven Smart Cities and Their Climate Resilience Challenges: A Sustainability Perspective
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The world is being urbanized at an unprecedented rate. With the rush to smarten up its cities, the cities in the world are at risk of developing fragile infrastructures that work well when temperatures are normal but fail miserably when subjected to climate pressures. Addressing the multifaceted intricacies of climate resilience is crucial in determining the future and sustainability of our cities. The future of cities is not the most connected but most resilient.
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TueApr212026
IN: Odisha: Rourkela Smart City Shifts Focus To Sustainability And Revenue
The Executive Committee of Rourkela Smart City Limited met at Kharabela Bhawan to review strategic priorities as the city shifts from large scale project implementation to long term sustainability and efficient asset management. The session was chaired by Additional Chief Secretary Usha Padhee and the agenda was presented by the chief executive officer of the organisation. Deliberations emphasised financial self reliance and value based land utilisation to secure resources for maintenance and service delivery.
A key development concerned the Integrated Command and Control Centre, which has been funded to the tune of Rs 1.06 billion (bn). The centre has operationalised 594 surveillance cameras across 109 locations and is advancing integration of automated e challan systems in collaboration with the National Informatics Centre (NIC) to bolster traffic enforcement and urban governance. Officials noted the centre will support emergency response and integration of municipal services.
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MonApr202026
South Korea seeks pilots for open-source smart city data hub solutions
Smart city services that solve urban problems closely tied to residents' lives—such as traffic congestion, urban safety, and environmental management—by using data collected across cities will be expanded.
The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport said on the 12th it will solicit proposals for the "2026 smart city data hub pilot solution discovery project" to identify solutions based on the smart city data hub.
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MonApr202026
Tech-driven smart cities must shift to governance-led models
Researchers are urging a reset in how smart cities are understood and governed, arguing that urban digital transformation has moved too far toward infrastructure, automation and optimization without enough attention to public value, inclusion and long-term resilience. A new research published in Encyclopedia says the next phase of smart city development will depend less on how many advanced tools cities deploy and more on whether those tools are embedded in systems that protect human well-being, environmental goals and institutional trust.
The study, titled "Human-Centric, Sustainable and Resilient Smart Cities in Industry 5.0", presents a broad conceptual framework for understanding how cities should move beyond earlier technology-led smart city models and instead organize digital transformation around the three core Industry 5.0 values of human-centricity, sustainability and resilience.
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MonApr202026
Smart city with biometric access and free uncapped Wi-Fi in one of South Africa’s most dangerous areas
Jewel City, located 10 minutes from Hillbrow in the Johannesburg CBD, offers residents free high-speed, uncapped fibre Internet, biometric access to apartments, and a digital high school.
Real estate development firm Atterbury led the redevelopment of the six-block precinct in November 2018, with apartments now offered from R3,550 per month by Ithemba Property Group.
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MonApr202026
South Korea to test AI-based smart city tech in South-East Asia
South Korea will carry out pilot projects to test smart city technologies based on artificial intelligence (AI) in five South-East Asian countries, including Malaysia, aimed at helping address urban challenges and support domestic firms' global expansions, the land ministry said Monday (April 13).
According to Yonhap News Agency, the ministry said it has selected six projects to be carried out in five countries under its 2026 K-City Network programme, an initiative that supports the application of domestic smart city projects.
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SunApr192026
Powering the future of Africa’s smart cities
ABB Electrification is driving Africa’s transition to smarter, more sustainable cities through its suite of integrated technologies designed to improve energy efficiency, resilience, and connectivity across urban infrastructure.
With rapid urbanisation placing new demands on power, mobility, and digital infrastructure, ABB’s smart city solutions offer a blueprint for sustainable development, from intelligent buildings and reliable power systems to cleaner, connected transport networks.
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SunApr192026
The Role of Airports in Smart City Developments
Where sustainability, productivity and efficiency are keywords for businesses and governments, it’s no wonder the concept of a “smart city” is gaining worldwide appeal. The developments aim to create spaces that leverage advanced, interconnected technologies to optimise daily routines, create economic and cultural hubs and raise living standards for all residents of the settlement.
Today, smart cities are no longer flickers in the backdrop of fictional realms. They are settlements in active development across multiple locations globally, as evidenced by the smart city technology market, which projections estimate will grow to over USD 5,000 billion by 2034.
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SunApr192026
EE: Why resilient cities matter more than ever
At the Smart City Exchange Forum in Tallinn, one message rose above the rest: resilience is no longer a side issue. It is becoming the basic condition of urban survival.
At the Smart City Exchange Forum 2026, held in mid-March in Tallinn, the word resilience gradually shed its conference-polish vagueness and became something far sharper: the organising principle of urban life in an age of overlapping shocks.
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SatApr182026
How Digital Twins Are Revolutionizing Smart City Planning?
Cities today are growing faster than ever, but managing them is becoming more complex. Traffic problems, energy waste, and infrastructure challenges are increasing every day. This is where digital twin technology is making a real difference. By using real-time data and AI, cities can plan smarter, reduce risks, and improve how urban systems work.
Managing a modern city is genuinely hard. Millions of people, thousands of systems, and countless moving parts all need to work together every single day. For a long time, the tools available to city planners were not good enough to handle that level of complexity. But things are starting to change, and digital twin technology is at the center of this transformation.
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SatApr182026
Smart Cities and IoT: Infrastructure, Mobility and Urban Services
Urban environments are undergoing a structural transformation driven by data, connectivity, and digital infrastructure. As cities face mounting pressure from population growth, climate constraints, and resource limitations, technology is increasingly being deployed to improve operational efficiency and quality of life. Within this context, Smart Cities have emerged as a strategic framework for integrating digital systems into urban planning and services.
At the core of Smart Cities lies the Internet of Things (IoT), enabling real-time visibility across infrastructure, mobility networks, and public services. By connecting physical assets to digital platforms, cities can optimize operations, reduce costs, and support more responsive governance. However, the implementation of Smart Cities raises complex technical, organizational, and economic questions that extend far beyond sensor deployment.
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SatApr182026
Work in progress: analysing digital transformation in the Government of Canada
Governments around the world are working to make digital transformation happen in order to improve services for citizens and support government priorities. This transformation is not just about implementing technology; it requires getting the right skills, culture, policies, and processes in place to capitalise on the benefits of data, AI, and digital tools
Following the AccelerateGOV conference in December, Global Government Forum produced a report focusing on how to scale what works and overcome barriers to digital transformation. It is based on panel sessions, presentations and discussions at Global Government Forum’s AccelerateGOV 2025 conference held in Ottawa in December, as well as a survey of 228 Canadian public servants registered for the event.
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SatApr182026
CA: The technology foundations of government transformation: takeaways from AccelerateGOV 2025
Governments around the world are working to make digital transformation happen in order to improve services for citizens and support government priorities. This transformation is not just about implementing technology; it requires getting the right skills, culture, policies, and processes in place to capitalise on the benefits of data, AI, and digital tools
Following the AccelerateGOV conference in December, Global Government Forum produced a report focusing on how to scale what works and overcome barriers to digital transformation. It is based on panel sessions, presentations and discussions at Global Government Forum’s AccelerateGOV 2025 conference held in Ottawa in December, as well as a survey of 228 Canadian public servants registered for the event.
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SatApr182026
SA: Al-Ula jumps 27 places in Smart City Index 2026, ranks 85th globally
Al-Ula has recorded the highest improvement in the IMD Smart City Index 2026, advancing from 112th place in 2025 to 85th this year, placing it among the most improved cities globally.
“The top three cities in this year’s ranking are Zurich (first), Oslo (second), and Geneva (third). Al-Ula jumped 27 places while Washington DC rose by 23. Big drops were seen from Bordeaux (down 19), Lyon (also down 19), and Ottawa (down 18, together with Shenzhen),” said the IMD Smart City Index official portal.
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FriApr172026
New South African smart city with its own international airport
A new smart city is being planned next to the Vaal River, alongside a new international airport expected to benefit residents of nearby municipalities, the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition said.
The department is holding public consultations on the planned designation of the Vaal Special Economic Zone (SEZ), where community members will get a chance to share their views and ideas.
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FriApr172026
Algeria accelerates digital transformation with new e-governance platform and infrastructure investments
Algeria is accelerating its digital transformation agenda with significant progress across infrastructure, e-governance, and digital economy development, according to discussions between government officials and United Nations representatives.
The United Nations Resident Coordinator, Savina Ammassari, highlighted the country’s pace and ambition following engagements with High Commissioner for Digitalisation Meriem Benmouloud and her team, alongside the United Nations Development Programme.
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FriApr172026
ES: Madrid: Designing productive spaces for government innovation conversations
City of Madrid’s Director General of the Digital Office, Fernando de Pablo, shares what it takes to help shape international conversations around digital transformation in government ahead of the upcoming Govtech4Impact World Congress.
Imagine working on a project by all by yourself, where the results of which can affect thousands and even millions of people. Would you do it?
As daunting as that sounds, digital transformation projects for governments often result with a similar scale of impact.
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ThuApr162026
IN: Punjab and Haryana: Bring out white paper on Smart City projects, Chandigarh Mayor tells officers
Mayor Saurabh Joshi has directed officers to bring a white paper on all projects of the Smart City venture in the next MC meeting. The direction has been passed during a discussion on the agenda of related works.
The officers had brought the agenda for ex facto approval for floating tender on GeM portal for annual maintenance contract HYVA machinery installed at three MRF centres, set up under the Smart City project. The councillors also demanded placing on record the details regarding the tender allotted for the work.
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ThuApr162026
TH: Students explore Pattaya’s smart city vision during City Hall study visit
City secretary Phumpipat Kamolnat, together with assistant secretary Pittaya Piromon, welcomed a group of international students and teachers from Regent International School Pattaya during an educational visit at Meeting Room 131 of Pattaya City Hall.
The delegation engaged in discussions and exchanged views on current urban challenges and the future development direction of Pattaya, focusing on how the city is adapting to rapid technological and social changes.
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ThuApr162026
VN: Ho Chi Minh City aims to become a global smart city
Ho Chi Minh City aims to rank among the world’s top 50 smart cities by 2030. By 2035, it strives to become one of the three national-level smart urban operation centres, serving as a core hub for coordinating data, technology, and innovation nationwide.
Leveraging existing strengths
During the 2018–2025 period, the city implemented the project on “Building Ho Chi Minh City into a Smart City” alongside its Digital Transformation Programme. To date, it has established an initial ecosystem comprising digital infrastructure, data platforms, shared information systems, and numerous sector-specific applications serving state management, public service delivery, and enhanced interaction with citizens and businesses.
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WedApr152026
Governing by Algorithm: What Smart Cities Are Teaching Us About Power in Liberal Democracies
The current automation of governance is an evolution in the long-standing tension between democratic responsiveness and technocratic executive power.
Across the world, city governments are adopting systems that promise to make urban life smarter. Sensors regulate traffic. Algorithms assign police patrols. Software flags welfare applicants. Cameras recognize faces. To advocates, these technologies offer efficiency, safety, and objectivity. To critics, they threaten privacy and freedom. But the political meaning of smart cities is more subtle than either side usually admits. What is at stake is not simply a clash between technology and democracy. It is the evolution of a long-standing tension inside liberal democracy itself: the tension between democratic responsiveness and technocratic executive power.
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WedApr152026
CN: Hebei: Feeling the city of the future: In Xiong’an, innovation is born and comes alive
At first glance, the streets of the Xiong'an New Area in North China's Hebei Province look clean and new, yet not particularly remarkable. It is only when driving through them that one senses the pulse of what has been widely referred to in China as "the city of the future." Here, drivers no longer "obey" green lights; the lights "obey" the traffic.
This is no illusion. Behind the so-called "green-wave traffic system" lie more than 20,000 roadside sensors that monitor traffic flow, queue lengths and vehicle types in real time. The data feed into an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered "city brain" that recalibrates signals in milliseconds. As a result, the average number of stops per vehicle has fallen by half, according to official figures.
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WedApr152026
Saudi Arabia Shines in IMD Smart City Index 2026
Saudi Arabia shines in smart city advancements, with eight cities achieving impressive global rankings in the 2026 IMD Index.
Saudi Arabia has achieved impressive milestones in the 2026 IMD Smart City Index, with eight cities making their mark and showcasing significant advancements in smart urban development.
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TueApr142026
PH: Malabon: Digital governance success showcased
Malabon City administrator Dr. Alexander T. Rosete presented the city’s digital governance milestones at the 17th International Conference on E-Education, E-Business, E-Management and E-Learning, held last 1 to 4 April.
In a presentation titled “Digitalizing Governance: Implementing a SMART City Framework for Enhanced Public Services and Citizen Engagement in Malabon,” Rosete detailed how technology has been integrated into the delivery of essential services in Malabon.
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TueApr142026
ZA: North West: Mokgosi to give update on provincial government’s digital infrastructure modernisation
he North West Premier, Lazarus Mokgosi will on 8 April 2026, update members of the media on progress made towards modernising the provincial government’s digital infrastructure, following the recent approval of the Provincial Digital Transformation Strategy by the Executive Council.
Mokgosi spokesperson, Sello Tatai said in his State of the Province Address (SOPA) in February 2026, Mokgosi announced that government will be implementing a number of digital transformation initiatives from 1 April 2026, this with a view to improving governance, strengthening service delivery and enhancing operational efficiency across the provincial administration. Tatai said Mokgosi’s update seeks to reinforce the provincial government’s firm commitment to using technology as a key enabler for development and responsive governance.
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MonApr132026
QA: MoJ advances digital transformation to deliver faster, human-centric legal services
The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has successfully digitized nearly 90% of its services, while offering more than 200 integrated legal services accessible through its website and mobile applications.
This comprehensive digital overhaul goes beyond technology, it reflects a strong commitment to easing the everyday burdens of citizens, residents, and businesses by saving time, effort, and unnecessary visits.
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MonApr132026
VN: Government approves national cultural digital transformation plan until 2030, Vision 2045
Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung on Saturday signed Decision 611 approving the project “Digital Transformation in the Cultural Sector to 2030, with a Vision to 2045.”
The plan aims to comprehensively modernize Vietnam’s national digital cultural ecosystem, preserving and promoting a rich, distinctive, and innovative cultural identity while proactively integrating into the global cultural landscape. It also seeks to position digital culture as a new driver of sustainable development, boost cultural industries, and expand the digitization and effective sharing of cultural resources.
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SunApr122026
"Smart City" Development and Innovation Competition concludes in S. China's Guangxi, 252 works awarded
The "Smart City" Development and Innovation Competition was held in Nanning in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region on March 30, with 37 teams winning in the finals of the competition and five representative projects completing on-site signing.
A total of 1,382 works participated in this competition, among which 252 works won awards.
On March 29, the 60 teams that advanced to the finals were divided into groups according to the competition topics. The professional track targeted four competition directions, namely urban safety and public services, intelligent construction and green buildings, urban construction and urban governance, and smart residential areas and smart communities. The university track was set up with three directions, including urban construction and urban governance, intelligent construction and green buildings, and smart residential areas and smart communities.
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SunApr122026
DK: Copenhagen: How an innovative city combines high technology, well-being, and sustainability to become the largest reference in clean energy on the planet.
This global metropolis applies disruptive infrastructure and urban management solutions to consolidate its position as a reference in clean energy, attracting the attention of governments and investors in 2026.
The city of Copenhagen, Denmark, has earned the title of the world’s greatest reference in clean energy by integrating a zero-emission system with high urban efficiency. The Danish capital currently operates with an energy matrix based almost entirely on wind and biomass sources, eliminating dependence on fossil fuels in record time.
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SunApr122026
Powering Smart Cities: Designing Rugged PoE for Outdoor and Industrial Edge Deployments
The expansion of smart cities and industrial deployments means infrastructure must be built to withstand harsh, evolving environments while maintaining reliable connectivity and power.
The expansion of smart cities and industrial deployments means infrastructure must be built to withstand harsh, evolving environments while maintaining reliable connectivity and power.
Ruggedized Power of Ethernet (PoE) is emerging as a key enabler, designed to support scalable, resilient edge networks across outdoor and distributed systems.
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SatApr112026
GR: The Ellinikon: Europe’s new 15-minute Mediterranean city
Rising from the abandoned runways of Athens’ former international airport, The Ellinikon is taking shape on the Athenian Riviera. The project is being developed by LAMDA Development, a Greek company active in retail and marina infrastructure. Work on the site began after the airport closed in 2001, with initial plans drawn up in 2012. The first building, a Care Centre for People with Disabilities, was completed in 2023. Construction across the wider site is ongoing, with new districts and facilities expected to open in phases over the coming years.
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SatApr112026
Eight Saudi Cities in IMD Smart City Index 2026; Riyadh Advances to 24th Globally
Eight Saudi cities made a notable showing in the IMD Smart City Index 2026, published by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), the Saudi Press Agency said on Friday.
The result reflects faster development and improving quality of life across the Kingdom’s cities, in line with Saudi Vision 2030, the Saudi Press Agency said on Friday.
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SatApr112026
AE: Dubai, Abu Dhabi rank among world’s top 10 smartest cities
UAE cities secure leading positions in 2026 IMD smart city rankings
Dubai and Abu Dhabi have secured leading global positions in the 2026 Smart City Index published by the International Institute for Management Development, highlighting the UAE’s rapid digital transformation and high urban quality of life.
Dubai ranked sixth globally, while Abu Dhabi placed tenth among 148 cities assessed, underscoring the country’s growing prominence in smart urban development. Zurich topped the global ranking, followed by Oslo, Geneva, London and Copenhagen.
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FriApr102026
Zurich retains top spot in IMD Smart City Index
At a glance
- Who: IMD World Competitiveness Centre (WCC).
- What: WCC has published the IMD Smart City Index 2026, which sees Zurich retain the top spot.
- Why: To assess the progress of smart cities around the world. IMD WCC defines a smart city as one that strikes a good balance between its economic prowess, applied technology, environmental concerns, and inclusiveness to facilitate a high quality of life for its citizens.
- Where: WCC surveyed residents in 148 global cities.
Transparency, infrastructure and public trust are key to urban success, according to the annual ranking, published by the IMD World Competitiveness Centre.
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FriApr102026
IN: New Delhi: Rahul Gandhi calls Modi govt’s smart cities plan a ‘half-baked scheme’
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday criticised the Modi government over its Smart Cities Mission (SCM), claiming that the scheme was never intended to develop entire cities and accusing the administration of promoting a “half-baked plan” under the guise of total urban transformation.
The Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha said the mission exemplifies the government’s “modus operandi” of making grand announcements, creating extensive publicity, and avoiding accountability.
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FriApr102026
Governance, Transparency and Public Trust Matter More Than Technology, IMD Smart City Index 2026 Finds
Governance quality, infrastructure, and public trust are more important than technology alone in determining whether a city is truly “smart”, according to the IMD Smart City Index 2026 released by the IMD World Competitiveness Center.
The report, titled “The Quest for Trust and Transparency”, evaluates 148 cities worldwide and added five new cities this year: Tianjin and Zhuhai in China, Hafar Al Batin and Hail in Saudi Arabia, and San Salvador in El Salvador.
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FriApr102026
US: Florida: Miami: City smarts
From flying cars and high-tech sensors to AI platforms and quantum computing, Smart Cities MIAMI explores the future of urban development.
The cities of tomorrow will have autonomous flying cars that whisk passengers to work, the grocery store, and movie theaters; drones that deliver medicine to the sick; quantum computing technology that prevents traffic jams and reduces power outages; and AI platforms will forecast local weather, letting residents know if they should pack a raincoat or don a sweater before leaving home.
While this may sound like Orbit City of Jetsons’ fame, many such innovations are now either reality or in the development phase in metropolitan areas nationwide. And during Smart Cities MIAMI 2026, held on the University of Miami’s Coral Gables Campus on March 26, hundreds of attendees learned from industry experts, scientists, and researchers about how such burgeoning technology can be used to improve our cities.
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FriApr102026
US: Connecticut: Q&A: Hartford CIO Charisse Snipes on AI, Language Access and Building a Smart City Culture
The Connecticut city’s chief innovation officer discusses governance and embracing responsible innovation across city government.
Charisse Snipes was born and raised in Hartford, Conn., making her role as the city’s chief innovation officer deeply personal. A graduate of Hartford Public Schools, she now leads technology strategy for the same community that shaped her, an opportunity she describes as both surreal and profoundly meaningful.
With almost 25 years of IT experience, Snipes has built a career rooted in a long-standing passion for innovation and public service. She leads a team of nearly 40 IT professionals in a shared-services department that supports both the city of Hartford and Hartford Public Schools. Although the city and school district operate under separate budgets, the technology team functions as a single organization serving both entities
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ThuApr092026
The 10 Smartest Cities in the World in 2026: IMD Smart City Index Ranking
The IMD World Competitiveness Center has published the results of the 2026 Smart City Index. It evaluates 148 cities based on residents’ perceptions of infrastructure and technology in areas such as healthcare, mobility, and governance. Additionally, el informe destaca cuáles son las Smartest Cities in the World y cómo instituciones, confianza e infraestructuras se alinean para definir el éxito urbano actual.
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ThuApr092026
TH: Smartening Up: The Rise of Smart City Living in Phuket
In Phuket, a new generation of local families is reimagining the island’s future through ambitious smart-city developments that aim to balance innovation, sustainability, and community.
When we think of the term “smart city”, places like Singapore, Amsterdam, or Zürich often come to mind – urban centres where thoughtful planning, technology, and sustainability converge to create environments that genuinely enhance everyday life. Yet far from these established examples, a quieter transformation is beginning to unfold in Southern Thailand. On the island of Phuket, long known primarily as a tourism powerhouse, a new generation of developers and local families is exploring how the concept of a smart city might reshape the island’s future.
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ThuApr092026
Mexico City in the Smart City Index 2026
Mexico City fell four spots to 123rd place out of 148 cities in the 2026 Smart City Index.
Overall, the city has been on a downward trend since reaching 103rd place in 2020.
Compared to 2025, Mexico City fell four places in an evaluation of 146 cities.
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WedApr082026
IN: Gujarat Completes Over 357 Smart City Projects
The Gujarat government has completed 357 urban projects under the central Smart City Mission across six cities, delivering infrastructure and services. The six cities undertook 359 projects worth Rs 115.07 billion (bn) in total, of which projects valued at Rs 112.77 billion (bn) have been completed and two projects worth Rs 2,290 million (mn) are nearing completion. The terms billion (bn) and million (mn) are defined on first mention.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Gujarat on 31 March to inaugurate and lay foundation stones for urban projects, according to the Chief Minister's Office. The state declared 2025 the Urban Development Year and extended a two-decade programme that started in 2005 to expand urban infrastructure and connectivity. Major works include new expressways, highways and a signature bridge connecting Dwarka with Beyt Dwarka, with approach roads and parking completed.
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1. Nachrichten aus dem Institut IfG.CC / News from the IfG.CC
1.1 Ausgewählte Aktivitäten & Projekte / Selected activities & projects
A.1 Potsdam, Brandenburg, Deutschland, 8.04. und 17.04.: Forschungsprojekt „Zukunft der Verwaltung / Stein-Hardenberg 2.0“ - Fokusgruppenworkshops
A.2 Potsdam/Speyer, Deutschland, 22.04.: ISPRAT-Forschungsprojekt „Informierter Bürger trifft zuständigkeitsorientierte Verwaltung“: Auswertung der Interviews
A.3 Potsdam, Deutschland: Beginn des Projektes „Evaluierung der Einführung von Mobilen Bürgerservices und Bürgerterminals in sächsischen Kommunen“
A.4 Potsdam, Brandenburg, 25.04.: Zukunftstag 2013 für Mädchen und Jungen in Brandenburg
1.2 Aktuelle Publikationen des IfG.CC / Recent IfG.CC publications
P.1 eGovernment Review, Ausgabe Januar 2013: COMPATeGov – Kompetenzmodell für E-Government
1.3 Vom IfG.CC empfohlene Publikationen / Publications recommended by the IfG.CC
R.1 Andreas Busch/Jeanette Hofmann (Hrsg.): Politik und die Regulierung von Information. - Sonderheft PVS 46, 2012. - 514 S.
1.4 Veranstaltungen & Vorträge des IfG.CC / IfG.CC events and lectures
V.1 Potsdam, Deutschland, 03.04.: Besuch einer Delegation hochrangiger Verwaltungsmitarbeiter aus Bosnien-Herzegowina
V.2 Berlin, Deutschland, 11./12.04.: REFA/AWV-Forum Organisation 2013
V.3 Ankündigung/Announcement: IfG.CC, Potsdam, Brandenburg: Nächster Prozesspriorisierungs-Workshop am 30.05.
V.4 Ankündigung/Announcement: IfG.CC, Potsdam, Brandenburg: Nächster Prozessmodellierungs-Workshop am 23.05.
V.5 Ankündigung/Announcement: IfG.CC, Potsdam, Brandenburg: Nächster Mobile-Services-Workshop am 10.05.
V.6 Ankündigung/Announcement: IfG.CC, Potsdam, Brandenburg: Nächster Shared-Services-Workshop am 13.06.
1.5 Vom IfG.CC unterstützte Konferenzen & Vorträge / Conferences & events supported by the IfG.CC
K.1 Ankündigung: Berlin, Deutschland, 25./26.06.2013: Zukunftskongress Staat & Verwaltung 2013
K.2 Announcement: Big Island, Hawaii, 06.-09.01.2014: 47th HICSS (Hawaii International Conference on Systems Sciences), Call for papers
1.6 Jobs beim IfG.CC / Jobs at the IfG.CC
J.1 Das IfG.CC bietet attraktive Arbeitsfelder für Studenten und Absolventen / The IfG.CC offers attractive opportunities for students and graduates
J.2 Das IfG.CC sucht weitere Mitarbeiter/-innen für den Geschäftsbereich "Prozessmanagement"
J.3 Schülerbetriebspraktikum beim IfG.CC
1.7 In eigener Sache / On our owns account
E.1 Das IfG.CC öffnet sein Projekt zur Entwicklung eines Prozessketten-Registers für staatliche Informations- und Meldepflichten für weitere Kooperationspartner
2. Schwerpunktthema des Monats / Key Issue of the Month: Export von E-Government-Lösungen/Export of eGoverment solutions
2.1 Azerbaijan: South Korea, Azerbaijan sign $3.7 mln grant agreement under e-government project
2.2 Azerbaijan interested in ICT experience of Switzerland
2.3 Azerbaijan, Austria discuss cooperation in ICT sector
2.4 Azerbaijan, Lithuania expected to cooperate in ICT sector
2.5 China gives USD135m for Malawi ICT Project
2.6 Albania, Austria sign E-Tax accord
2.7 Oman's ITA, IDA Singapore collaborate to strengthen education sector
3. eGovernment in Deutschland / eGovernment in Germany
3.1 Neues Geoportal rund um Landwirtschaft und Ernährung
3.2 Bundestag beschließt E-Government-Gesetz
4. eGovernment in Europa / eGovernment in Europe
4.1 Great Britain: East Sussex: Polegate School at forefront of modern education
4.2 European Union: Nurses and carers central to e-health services
4.3 United Kingdom makes impressive progress in WEF's 2013 networked readiness index
4.4 Malta: Attaining a digital economy
4.5 Switzerland: The ch.ch portal of the federal government launches its revamped version
4.6 Despite more PCs in European schools, 20pc of kids never use them in their lessons
5. eGovernment weltweit / eGovernment world wide
5.1 USA: Vermont DMV Announces New Online Service for Motorcycle Riders
5.2 India: A peek into e-governance for engineering, management students of Maharashtra
5.3 Bahrain: 100 projects vie for Bahrain eGovt awards
5.4 Australia hurtling towards ICT skills cliff
5.5 United Arab Emirates: Dubai Internet City And Dubai Outsource Zone Record 15% Growth In 2012
5.6 Vanuatu taps into ICT sector - Moves closer to a national ICT Policy
6. Ausgewählte Veranstaltungen des laufenden Monats / Selected events in the current month
6.1 15.-16.05., Berlin, Deutschland: 16. Effizienter Staat
6.2 20.-21.05., Istanbul, Turkey: Biometrics Conference 2013
Weitere Veranstaltungstermine / More event dates
7. Ihre Beiträge in unserem eGovernment-Infobrief / Your articles in our eGovernment Infoletter
8. Ihre Werbung auf unserer Website oder im eGovernment-Infobrief / Paid announcements on our Website or in our eGovernment Infoletter
9. Impressum / Imprint
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1. Nachrichten aus dem Institut IfG.CC / News from the IfG.CC
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A.1 Potsdam, Brandenburg, Deutschland, 8.04. und 17.04.: Forschungsprojekt „Zukunft der Verwaltung / Stein-Hardenberg 2.0“ - Fokusgruppenworkshops
Im Rahmen des fünften Arbeitspapiers „Vernetztes E-Government – Gestaltungspotenziale bei ausgewählten Leistungen für Familien“ des Projektes „Zukunft der Verwaltung – Stein-Hardenberg 2.0“ wurde der Aufwand, den Familien haben, um bestimmte öffentliche Leistungen zu beantragen, untersucht. Im Fokus der Untersuchung standen zwei Anwendungsfelder, in denen die Adressaten in besonderem Maße mit Bürokratie belastet sind: öffentliche Leistungen in der Lebenslage Geburt sowie Leistungen für Eltern eines Kindes mit Behinderung. Auf der Basis einer Problemanalyse aus Adressatensicht wurden für beide Anwendungsfelder IT-gestützte Gestaltungsansätze entwickelt, die den Aufwand für die Betroffenen maßgeblich reduzieren. Kernaspekte der Gestaltungsvorschläge sind Proaktivität bei der Leistungserbringung sowie Bündelung von Informationen und Leistungen. Ein Gestaltungsansatz, um den Bürokratieaufwand für Eltern eines Kindes mit Behinderung zu reduzieren, ist beispielsweise ein proaktives, IT-gestütztes Fallmanagement.
Um diesen und andere Lösungsansätze im Hinblick auf dessen Nutzen und Umsetzbarkeit hin zu überprüfen, wurden am 08. und 17.04. Fokusgruppenworkshops mit ausgewählten Akteuren durchgeführt. Am ersten Workshop nahmen betroffene Eltern, an dem zweiten Vertreter der öffentlichen Verwaltung, Sozialversicherungsträger sowie freier Träger teil. Dabei wurde deutlich, dass schon in der Problemwahrnehmung erhebliche Unterschiede zwischen den Adressaten der Leistungen und den Verwaltungsmitarbeitern bestehen. Die betroffenen Eltern bemängelten beispielsweise darüber, dass es für sie oft unklar sei, welche Behörde für welche Leistung zuständig ist. Die Verwaltungsvertreter vertraten hingegen die Auffassung, dass die Zuständigkeit klar geregelt sei und die unterschiedlichen Stellen damit in der Praxis keine Probleme hätten. Im Gegensatz zu den Betroffenen schätzten die Verwaltungsvertreter den Interaktionsaufwand der betroffenen Eltern als durchaus zumutbar ein, nicht zuletzt aufgrund des bereits vorhandenen, umfangreichen Angebots an Beratungsstellen.
Ebenso zeigten sich Unterschiede in der Diskussion der Gestaltungsansätze: Während die Eltern den Nutzen der Lösungen als hoch einschätzten und Weiterentwicklungsmöglichkeiten der Ansätze aufzeigten, konzentrierten sich die Vertreter der unterschiedlichen Träger vorrangig darauf, Implementierungsprobleme und -grenzen zu benennen. In einem Punkt stimmten die Einschätzungen der Workshop-Teilnehmer hingegen überein: Sowohl den beteiligten Stellen als auch den Adressaten fehlt bisher eine verständliche, praxisorientierte und einheitliche Informationsgrundlage über vorhandene Leistungen, zuständige Stellen und Verfahren in diesem Anwendungsfeld. Die erhobenen Daten und Erkenntnisse aus den Workshops werden nun genutzt, um die bisherigen Ideen und Gestaltungsansätze weiter zu entwickeln und zu konkretisieren.
Zum Projekthintergrund:
Ziel des Forschungsprojektes ist es, vor dem Hintergrund der informationstechnischen Möglichkeiten, zukunftsorientierte Verwaltungsmodelle zu entwickeln. Das IfG.CC wurde mit dem Projekt vom Innenministerium des Landes Brandenburg beauftragt, das wiederum als Konsortialführer für folgende weitere Auftraggeber handelt: das Bundesministerium des Innern, die Senatsverwaltung für Inneres und Sport des Landes Berlin, die Freie und Hansestadt Hamburg - vertreten durch die Finanzbehörde, die AöR Dataport der Länder Schleswig-Holstein, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern und der Freien und Hansestadt Hamburg. Das Forschungsprojekt dauert noch bis zum 31.12.2013.
Für Fragen zum Projekt steht Ihnen Stefanie Köhl (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.), wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin am IfG.CC, gern zur Verfügung.
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A.2 Potsdam/Speyer, Deutschland, 22.04.: ISPRAT-Forschungsprojekt „Informierter Bürger trifft zuständigkeitsorientierte Verwaltung“: Auswertung der Interviews
Am 22.04. fand im Rahmen des Forschungsprojektes „Informierter Bürger trifft zuständigkeitsorientierte Verwaltung“ ein Projekttreffen mit Professor Hill, Professor Schuppan, wissenschaftlicher Direktor am IfG.CC und den wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeitern Frau Schmitt und Herrn Hunnius an der Universität für Verwaltungswissenschaftlichen in Speyer statt. Dabei wurden die bislang in drei unterschiedlichen Verwaltungsbereichen (Bürgerservice, Arbeitsvermittlung und Berufsinformation) geführten Interviews ausgewertet. Die Ergebnisse zeigen, dass sich Informationsmöglichkeiten für Bürger in einzelnen Verwaltungsbereichen ganz unterschiedlich auswirken. Inwieweit Bürger heutzutage besser informiert sind und wie die Verwaltung auf solche gut informierten Bürger reagiert, wird u.a. von Merkmalen der Verwaltungsleistung und der Verwaltungsorganisation beeinflusst. Beispielsweise sind im Bereich „Bürgerservice“ angesichts hochgradig standardisierter und routinisierter Dienstleistungen Bürger heutzutage kaum besser informiert. In der Berufsberatung der Arbeitsagenturen, mit mehrfachen, längerfristigen Kontakten, in deren Verlauf eine hochgradig individualisierte Leistung entsteht, zeigen sich hingegen deutliche Veränderungen im Kontaktablauf. Im weiteren Forschungsverlauf werden die genannten Verwaltungsgebiet um das Themengebiet „Waffenrecht“, ein Untersuchungsbereich aus der Ordnungs- und Eingriffsverwaltung, ergänzt. Vermutung ist, dass sich Bürger hierzu viel in Foren informieren und austauschen.
Im Rahmen des Projektes wird untersucht, wie Verwaltungen auf Bürger reagieren, die moderne Informationsmöglichkeiten und -techniken nutzen und deshalb umfassend und schnell informiert sind. Darüber hinaus wird untersucht, wie sich aufgrund dessen der Verwaltungskontakt verändert hat und ob diese Veränderungen sich z.B. auf die Legitimation von Verwaltung auswirken. Um diese Fragen zu beantworten, werden anhand von qualitativen Fallstudien unterschiedliche Verwaltungsbereiche untersucht. Dies soll auch Aufschluss darüber geben, wie die Verwaltung einen Informationszuwachs der Bürger gewinnbringend nutzen kann.
Das einjährige Forschungsprojekt wird vom ISPRAT-Institut finanziert. Ausgeführt wird das Projekt von der Deutschen Universität für Verwaltungswissenschaften (DUV) in Speyer und dem IfG.CC. Gemeinsam leiten Professor Hill und Professor Schuppan dieses Forschungsvorhaben.
Für weitere Informationen zum Projekt steht Ihnen Sirko Hunnius (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.), wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter am IfG.CC, gern zur Verfügung.
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A.3 Potsdam, Deutschland: Beginn des Projektes „Evaluierung der Einführung von Mobilen Bürgerservices und Bürgerterminals in sächsischen Kommunen“
Das IfG.CC wurde beauftragt, das Modellprojekt zur Umsetzung der mobilen Bürgerdienste und Bürgerterminals in verschiedenen sächsischen Kommunen zu evaluieren. Das Modellprojekt hat das Ziel, neue Zugangsformen für Bürgerdienste im ländlichen Raum zu erproben, weiterzuentwickeln und anschließend auf andere Kommunen zu übertragen. Damit soll erreicht werden, dass auch in ländlichen Regionen Sachsens öffentliche Leistungen effizient und ortsnah erbracht werden können.
Die Umsetzung in den ersten sächsischen Kommunen erfolgte bereits im Jahr 2012, die Einführung in den restlichen Kommunen wird im Laufe des Jahres 2013 stattfinden. Das Konzept für die Umsetzung wurde im Rahmen des Programms „Daseinsvorsorge 2030 – innovativ und modern – eine Antwort auf den demografischen Wandel“ entwickelt, das vom Bundesinnenministerium finanziert wurde.
Aufgabe des IfG.CC ist es, die Umsetzung begleitend zu evaluieren und Handlungsempfehlungen für die weiteren Einführungen sowie für das Gesamtprojekt abzuleiten. Im Ergebnis soll ein Referenzmodell entwickelt werden, das nur Elemente enthält, die sich in der Praxis bewährt haben, und das dann als „Blaupause“ für Sachsen dient. Zudem wird es Hinweise für den Transfer in andere Kommunen enthalten.
Für alle Fragen zum Projekt steht Heidrun Müller (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.), wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin am IfG.CC, gern zur Verfügung.
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A.4 Potsdam, Brandenburg, 25.04.: Zukunftstag 2013 für Mädchen und Jungen in Brandenburg
Am 25.04. fand im Land Brandenburg der 11. Zukunftstag für Mädchen und Jungen unter dem Motto „Ein Blick in Deine Zukunft“ statt. Im Rahmen dieser Veranstaltung haben Schülerinnen und Schüler ab der 7. Klasse die Möglichkeit, einen Einblick in verschiedenste Berufe der über 350 teilnehmenden Unternehmen und Einrichtungen zu gewinnen. Auch das IfG.CC öffnete wieder seine Pforten und bot zehn Jugendlichen im Alter von 13 bis 16 Jahren die Möglichkeit, sich ein Bild von der Arbeit in einem Forschungsinstitut zu machen.
In einem einführenden Vortrag stellten Stefanie Köhl und Anna-Katharina Viehstädt, wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterinnen am IfG.CC, das Institut und seine Forschungsfelder im Bereich E-Government vor. Dabei wurden u.a Fragen diskutiert wie: Was ist Verwaltung und was bedeutet eigentlich E-Government oder wie kommt ein Forschungsinstitut zu Projekten? Die Jugendlichen interessierten sich besonders für den täglichen Arbeitsablauf eines wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeiters und die Voraussetzungen, die mitzubringen sind, wenn man wissenschaftlich arbeiten möchte.
Anhand der Projekte „Mobile Bürgerdienste“ und „KFZ-Online“ wurde den Jugendlichen verdeutlicht, wie vielfältig das Tätigkeitsfeld eines wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeiters am Institut ist und welche bedeutende Rolle der Transfer wissenschaftlicher Erkenntnisse in die Praxis spielt. Eigene praktische Fertigkeiten konnten sie in einer Prozessmodellierungsübung unter Beweis stellen: Aufgabe war es, mittels der am Institut eigens entwickelten Geschäftsprozess-Modellierungssprache (GPMN©), die besonders für eine notationsoffene Prozesserhebung geeignet ist, den Geschäftsprozess zur Beantragung eines Personalausweises zu modellieren. Auf diese Weise konnten sie spielerisch die Komplexität eines solchen Verwaltungsprozesses erfahren.
Hinweis: Interessierten und aufgeweckten Schülerinnen und Schülern bietet das IfG.CC die Möglichkeit, ein Schülerbetriebspraktikum zu absolvieren. Interessierte können Ihre vollständigen Bewerbungsunterlagen (Anschreiben, Lebenslauf, letztes Zeugnis) an Heidrun Müller (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) senden.
Weitere Informationen | Further Information:
http://www.zukunftstagbrandenburg.de/
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1.2 Aktuelle Publikationen des IfG.CC / Recent IfG.CC publication
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P.1 eGovernment Review, Ausgabe Januar 2013: COMPATeGov – Kompetenzmodell für E-Government
In der Ausgabe Januar 2013 der österreichischen Zeitschrift „eGovernment Review“ erscheint ein Artikel zum am IfG.CC entwickelten Kompetenzmodell für E-Government. Darin wird das Kompetenzmodell kurz skizziert sowie dessen Anwendungsmöglichkeiten für die öffentliche Verwaltung dargestellt.
Das Modell wurde aufgrund der Erkenntnis entwickelt, dass für die Nutzung der Potenziale der Verwaltungsmodernisierung mit Informationstechnik neue und interdisziplinäre Kompetenzen erforderlich sind. Diese Kompetenzen wurden im Rahmen des COMPATeGov-Projektes systematisch identifiziert und zu einem Kompetenzmodell verdichtet. Darin sind 28 unterschiedliche Kompetenzen aus verschiedenen fachlichen Disziplinen zusammengefasst, welche u.a. in Anlehnung an den Europäischen Qualifikationsrahmen (EQF) bewertet sind.
Das Kompetenzmodell kann beispielsweise dafür genutzt werden, um Fort- und Weiterbildungsangebote zu entwickeln, welche gezielt diese erforderlichen Kompetenzen stärken. Im Rahmen des COMPATeGov-Projektes wurden solche Schulungsangebote bereits erarbeitet. Ebenso wurden Methoden entwickelt, wie das bestehende Angebot von Fort- und Weiterbildungen im Bereich E-Government verbessert werden kann.
Für alle Fragen zum Kompetenzmodell steht Heidrun Müller (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.), wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin am IfG.CC, gern zur Verfügung.
Weitere Informationen | Further Information:
http://www.egovernment-review.org
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Vom IfG.CC empfohlene Publikationen / Publications recommended by the IfG.CC
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R.1 Andreas Busch/Jeanette Hofmann (Hrsg.): Politik und die Regulierung von Information. - Sonderheft PVS 46, 2012. - 514 S.
Der Begriff der Information spielt in Politik und Wirtschaft eine zunehmend zentrale Rolle. Mit ihm werden so unterschiedliche Dinge in Verbindung gebracht. So beispielsweise die Digitalisierung, Kommodifizierung und Verrechtlichung von Wissen und seiner Nutzung, die enorme Dynamik des informationstechnischen Wandels mit seinen globalen wirtschaftlichen Implikationen, aber auch Überwachung und die erleichterte Speicherung, Durchsuchung sowie der Handel mit personenbezogenen Daten. Obwohl das Wort von der „Informationsgesellschaft“ seit langem populär ist und die eben angesprochenen Themen offensichtliche Bezüge zu Politik und politischen Entscheidungen aufweisen, sind politikwissenschaftliche Analysen in diesem Themenbereich bisher rar.
Das Sonderheft soll einen Bezugsrahmen für die politikwissenschaftliche Forschung und Theoriebildung zur Politik und Regulation von Information bieten. Der Band versammelt vor allem politikwissenschaftliche, aber auch historische und juristische Beiträge, die sich zum Teil methodisch innovativ mit den Prinzipien, Regelungen, Praktiken und Diskursen beschäftigen, welche die nationale und internationale Entwicklung der Informationsgesellschaft prägen.
Mit Beiträgen von: Andreas Busch, Leonard Dobusch, Thomas R. Eimer, Wolfgang Fach, Oriol Costa Fernández, Sebastian Haunss, Jeanette Hofmann, Gerrit Hornung, Michael Koß, Herbert Kubicek, Viktor Mayer-Schönberger, Henk Erik Meier, Annika Philipp, Sigrid Quack, Charles D. Raab, Beate Rössler, Ingrid Schneider, Holger Straßheim, Irene Troy und Raymund Werle.
Weitere Informationen | Further Information:
http://www.nomos-shop.de/Busch-Hofmann-Politik-Regulierung-Information/productview.aspx?product=13557
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1.4 Veranstaltungen/Vorträge des IfG.CC / IfG.CC events and lectures
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V.1 Potsdam, Deutschland, 03.04.: Besuch einer Delegation hochrangiger Verwaltungsmitarbeiter aus Bosnien-Herzegowina
Am 03.04. war eine Delegation hochrangiger Verwaltungsmitarbeiter aus Bosnien-Herzegowina am IfG.CC zu Gast, um sich über die Potenziale von E-Government für die öffentliche Leistungserstellung zu informieren sowie Einblicke in die dadurch ermöglichten neuen Organisationsformen zu erhalten.
Nach einer kurzen Einführung zu E-Government aus verwaltungswissenschaftlicher Sicht hielt Katrin Walter, wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin am IfG.CC, einen Implusvortrag zum Thema „Shared Service Center“ als IT-basierte Organisationsform für die öffentliche Leistungserbringung. Dabei stellte sie verschiedene Projekte aus Deutschland vor und ging ausführlich auf die Erfahrungen bei der Umsetzung ein. Anschließend stellte Friederike Thessel Möglichkeiten zum Abbau bürokratischer Lasten für Unternehmen und Verwaltung durch die Neugestaltung von Prozessketten vor. Auf großes Interesse stießen insbesondere die kurze Einführung zum Prozessmanagement in der öffentlichen Verwaltung sowie die Methoden und Tools, die derzeit am IfG.CC im Rahmen des Projektes „Proketta“ entwickelt werden.
Das IfG.CC bietet bereits seit einigen Jahren unterschiedliche Seminare und Masterkurse auf hohem Niveau an, in denen Forschungsergebnisse und Wissen für Führungskräfte in der gebotenen reflektiv-kritischen Form vermittelt werden.
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V.2 Berlin, Deutschland, 11./12.04.: REFA/AWV-Forum Organisation 2013
Am 12.04. hielt Katrin Walter, wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin am IfG.CC, einen Vortrag zum Thema „Neue Arbeitsorganisationen mit E-Government: Neue Anforderungen an die Beschäftigten?“ auf dem REFA/AWV-Forum Organisation 2013 in Berlin.
Im Vortrag wurde dargestellt, inwieweit sich die Arbeitsorganisation in neuen IT-basierten Organisationsformen (z.B. Shared Service Center auf Bundesebene, 115-Service-Center) bereits geändert hat und welche neuen Kompetenzen (Fähigkeiten, Fertigkeiten und Wissen) dabei von Mitarbeitern und Führungskräften gefordert werden. Beispielsweise hat sich in 115-Serivce-Centern gezeigt, dass neue Tätigkeitsanforderungen aus der häufigeren und geänderten Interaktion zum Bürger entstehen. Service-Center-Mitarbeiter sind gefordert, in sehr unterschiedlichen und schnell wechselnden Gesprächssituationen zu reagieren, so dass diesbezüglich eine hohe Flexibilität erforderlich ist. Als zusätzliche Schwierigkeit hat sich herausgestellt, dass die Informationen im Wissensmanagement-System unzureichend aufbereitet sind. Gerade bei schwierigen Anfragen ist es daher kaum möglich, Informationen qualitätsgerecht während des Telefonats an den Anrufer abzugeben. Die sozio-technische Gestaltung ist demnach unzulänglich, so dass die Mitarbeiter im Arbeitsalltag Ausweichmechanismen entwickelt haben, wie z.B. den späteren Rückruf. Dies hat allerdings zur Folge, dass die Service-Qualität aufgrund der verzögerten Reaktionszeit verringert wird. Gleichzeitig erhöht die unzureichende Informationsaufbereitung die Anforderungen an die Mitarbeiter – beispielweise weil sie den im Wissensmanagement erfassten Fachtext in die Bürgersprache „übersetzen“ müssen.
Deutlich wurde, dass Mitarbeiter in den neuen Arbeitsstrukturen gleichzeitig über- und unterfordert sein können. Hieraus ergibt sich eine Reihe von Folgeanforderungen für die Personalentwicklung. So ist nicht klar, wie die Tätigkeits- und Stellenbewertung vorgenommen werden soll, wenn höher- und niedrig-wertigere Tätigkeiten auf einer Stelle gleichermaßen ausgeübt werden.
Eine der Kernfragen für die Praxis ist – nach jetzigem Stand –, wie der Kompetenzerwerb für die neuen Arbeitsorganisationen stattfinden soll. Die Schwierigkeit liegt darin, die erforderlichen dynamischen Kompetenzen festzustellen und zu vermitteln. Reine seminaristische Veranstaltungen sind für den Erwerb dieser Kompetenzen nicht ausreichend. Vielmehr bedarf es neuer Lernformen, die vor und während des Arbeitsprozesses einsetzen.
Weitere Themen auf dem zweitätigen Forum waren u.a. die Bedeutung von Geschäftsprozessen als Steuerungselement, der Personalausweis als Identitätsnachweis, Datenschutz und IT-Sicherheit sowie das E-Government-Gesetz. Das REFA-Forum Organisation wurde im April 2013 erstmalig in Zusammenarbeit mit unserem Kooperationspartner, der Arbeitsgemeinschaft für wirtschaftliche Verwaltung e. V. (AWV), durchgeführt.
Für Fragen zu den Ergebnissen steht Ihnen Katrin Walter (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin am IfG.CC, gern zur Verfügung.
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V.3 Ankündigung/Announcement: IfG.CC, Potsdam, Brandenburg: Nächster Prozesspriorisierungs-Workshop am 30.05.
Das IfG.CC veranstaltet monatlich einen Prozesspriorisierungs-Workshop in kleiner Runde für Beschäftigte der öffentlichen Verwaltung, die sich mit Themen wie Kostensenkung, Standardisierung und Beschleunigung von Arbeitsabläufen, mehr Service und Transparenz sowie Sicherung von Produkt- und Leistungsqualität beschäftigten Der nächste Workshop findet am 30.05. statt.
Anhand einer Prozesspriorisierung werden im Hinblick auf die Zielsetzung bzw. den Problemdruck der Kommune Prozesse ausgewählt, die vorrangig reorganisiert und optimiert werden sollten. Die Teilnehmer des Prozesspriorisierungs-Workshops werden werden unter dem Motto „Prozess-Potenzial-Screening“ aktiv in die strategische Prozesspriorisierung und -auswahl anhand von Beispielen aus der öffentlichen Verwaltung eingebunden. Ziel ist es, im Vorfeld von Optimierungs- und Reorganisationsvorhaben Prozesse nach ihrer strategischen Bedeutung sowie dem Dringlichkeitsgrad ihrer Optimierung zu priorisieren. So entsteht eine Auswahl an Prozessen, deren Optimierung für die jeweilige Behörde möglich ist und deren Umsetzung Erfolg verspricht.
Den Teilnehmern wird ein Einblick in die Vorgehensweise des IfG.CC bei der Prozesspriorisierung gegeben. Diese wurde in vielen Projekten bereits erfolgreich angewendet und weiterentwickelt. Die Vorgehensweise ist besonders gut geeignet, um Schritt für Schritt zusammen Prozesse in der öffentlichen Verwaltung hinsichtlich ihres Optimierungspotenzials zu bewerten und auszuwählen. Der Erfahrungsaustausch und Diskussionen innerhalb des Workshops sowie ein Einblick in die Prozessmodellierung runden die Veranstaltung ab.
Die Teilnahme ist nach einer vorherigen Anmeldung für Beschäftigte der öffentlichen Verwaltung bzw. öffentlichen Unternehmen kostenlos. Die Teilnehmerzahl ist begrenzt.
Die nächsten Termin (jeweils donnerstags): 30.05./27.06./18.07./15.08./26.09./17.10.2013.
Bitte melden Sie sich über die eMail-Adresse This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. unter Angabe Ihres Namens, Ihrer Behörde sowie Ihrer Telefonnummer für den Workshop an. Wir freuen uns, Sie in Potsdam begrüßen zu dürfen.
Weitere Informationen | Further Information:
http://www.ifg.cc/_pdf/forum/ifgcc_prozesspriorisierungsworkshop.pdf
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V.4 Ankündigung/Announcement: IfG.CC, Potsdam, Brandenburg: Nächster Prozessmodellierungs-Workshop am 23.05.
Das IfG.CC veranstaltet monatlich einen Prozessmodellierungs-Workshop in kleiner Runde für Beschäftigte der öffentlichen Verwaltung, die Prozesse modellieren, Veränderungsprozesse moderieren oder das in der Zukunft vorhaben. Der nächste Workshop findet am 23.05. statt.
Die Teilnehmer des Prozessmodellierungs-Workshops werden unter dem Motto „Prozesse greifbar machen“ aktiv in die Identifizierung, Erhebung, Modellierung und Optimierung von Beispielprozessen (z.B. Baugenehmigung, Gewerbeanmeldung, Kfz-Zulassung) aus der öffentlichen Verwaltung eingebunden. Ziel ist es, den Teilnehmern einen Einblick in die Vorgehensweise des IfG.CC bei der Prozessmodellierung zu geben., die besonders gut geeignet ist, um intuitiv und Schritt für Schritt zusammen mit den Mitarbeitern Prozesse in der öffentlichen Verwaltung zu erheben und zu modellieren. Erfahrungsberichte und Diskussionen von und mit erfahrenen Prozessmodellierern runden die Veranstaltung ab.
Die Teilnahme ist nach einer vorherigen Anmeldung für Beschäftigte der öffentlichen Verwaltung bzw. öffentlichen Unternehmen kostenlos. Die Teilnehmerzahl ist begrenzt.
Die nächsten Termin (jeweils donnerstags): 23.05./27.06./25.07./22.08./19.09.2013.
Bitte melden Sie sich über die eMail-Adresse This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. unter Angabe Ihres Namens, Ihrer Behörde sowie Ihrer Telefonnummer für den Workshop an. Wir freuen uns, Sie in Potsdam begrüßen zu dürfen.
Weitere Informationen | Further Information:
http://www.ifg.cc/_pdf/forum/ifgcc_prozessmodellierungsworkshop.pdf
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V.5 Ankündigung/Announcement: IfG.CC, Potsdam, Brandenburg: Nächster Mobile-Services-Workshop am 10.05.
Das IfG.CC veranstaltet alle zwei Monate einen Mobile-Services-Workshop. Für Beschäftigte der öffentlichen Verwaltung besteht die Möglichkeit, sich in kleiner Runde über Einsatzmöglichkeiten und Anwendungsperspektiven von mobilen Dienstleistungen zu informieren. Der nächste Workshop findet am 10.05. statt.
Die Erbringung von Verwaltungsleistungen unabhängig von Verwaltungsstandorten ist vor allem in ländlichen Regionen und in Kommunen mit vielen Ortsteilen von Interesse. Verwaltungsmitarbeiter werden dazu mit einem Koffer ausgestattet und erbringen Leistungen an wechselnden Standorten außerhalb der Verwaltung, z.B. in Außenstellen von Kommunalverwaltungen, an Hochschulen oder in Senioreneinrichtungen.
Die Teilnehmer des Workshops erfahren, welche Kofferkomponenten erforderlich und welche Leistungen für einen mobilen Service geeignet sind und bekommen Hinweise für die Umsetzung (z.B. technische und organisatorische Anforderungen) und Bereitstellung von Leistungen über das mobile „Bürgerbüro“. Erfahrungsberichte aus bereits umgesetzten Projekten runden die Veranstaltung ab.
Die Teilnahme ist nach einer vorherigen Anmeldung für Beschäftigte der öffentlichen Verwaltung bzw. öffentlichen Unternehmen kostenlos. Die Teilnehmerzahl ist begrenzt.
Die nächsten Termine (jeweils donnerstags): 10.05./11.07./13.09./14.11.2013.
Bitte melden Sie sich über die eMail-Adresse This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. unter Angabe Ihres Namens, Ihrer Behörde sowie Ihrer Telefonnummer für den Workshop an. Wir freuen uns, Sie in Potsdam begrüßen zu dürfen.
Weitere Informationen | Further Information:
http://www.ifg.cc/_pdf/forum/ifgcc_mobileservicesworkshop.pdf
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V.8 Ankündigung/Announcement: IfG.CC, Potsdam, Brandenburg: Nächster Shared-Services-Workshop am 13.06.
Das IfG.CC veranstaltet alle zwei Monate einen Workshop zum Thema "Shared Services". Beschäftigte der öffentlichen Verwaltung erhalten Antworten auf Fragen wie z.B. Was sind die Unterschiede zwischen Shared Services und anderen Begriffen wie Querschnittsamt oder Outsourcing? Welche Bereiche können organisationsintern gebündelt werden? Welche praktischen Ansätze und Beispiele gibt es aktuell in der öffentlichen Verwaltung? Der nächste Workshop findet am 13.06. statt.
Inzwischen gehört es zur Verwaltungspraxis, in kommunalen Netzwerken zusammenzuarbeiten. Heterogene Strukturen können zusammengeführt, Leistungen standardisiert und kostengünstiger angeboten werden. Auch die unterschiedlichen Ressourcen der Kooperationspartner können gemeinsam genutzt werden. Bisher fand interkommunale Zusammenarbeit überwiegend im Bereich der Daseinsvorsorge oder Wirtschaftsförderung statt. Neuerdings wird jedoch bei Unterstützungsprozessen in den Bereichen Personal, Finanzen und Beschaffung verwaltungsübergreifend zusammengearbeitet; Shared Service Center/Dienstleistungszentren werden aufgebaut.
Die Teilnahme ist nach einer vorherigen Anmeldung für Beschäftigte der öffentlichen Verwaltung bzw. öffentlichen Unternehmen kostenlos. Die Teilnehmerzahl ist begrenzt.
Die nächsten Termine (jeweils donnerstags): 13.06./08.08./10.10./12.12.2013.
Bitte melden Sie sich über die eMail-Adresse This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. unter Angabe Ihres Namens, Ihrer Behörde sowie Ihrer Telefonnummer für den Workshop an. Wir freuen uns, Sie in Potsdam begrüßen zu dürfen.
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http://www.ifg.cc/_pdf/forum/ifgcc_sharedservicesworkshop_1.pdf
Hinweis: ein Fortsetzungs-Workshop, der die Planung, Umsetzung und den Betrieb von Shared Service Center zum Inhalt hat, befindet sich Vorbereitung. Ihr Interesse an einer Teilnahme können Sie schon jetzt bekunden: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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1.5 Vom IfG.CC unterstützte Konferenzen & Veranstaltungen / Conferences & events supported by the IfG.CC
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K.1 Ankündigung: Berlin, Deutschland, 25./26.06.2013: Zukunftskongress Staat & Verwaltung 2013
Das IfG.CC unterstützt den Zukunftskongress Staat & Verwaltung 2013, dem Jahrestreffen für Verwaltungen in Deutschland, im deutschsprachigen Raum und auch darüber hinaus. Bei dem Kongress suchen Experten aus Politik, Verwaltung, Wirtschaft, Wissenschaft und Gesellschaft gemeinsam Antworten auf die drängenden Fragen von Staat & Verwaltung. Zu den Fragen zählen u.a., welche Strukturen Staat & Verwaltung schaffen müssen, um in der Welt der Globalisierung und des Internets die Probleme richtig analysieren und lösen zu können, wie Staat & Verwaltung angesichts der sich verknappenden Haushaltsmittel (Schuldenbremse, demographischer Wandel etc.) ihre Leistungen für die Bürger aufrecht erhalten können und welche Organisations- und Personalmodelle Verwaltungen benötigen, um effizient die Probleme der Zukunft lösen zu können.
Ein interdisziplinärer Programmbeirat hat für den Zukunftskongress folgende vier zentrale Themenfelder erarbeitet:
- Themenfeld 1: Zukunftsorientiertes Regierungs- & Verwaltungshandeln
- Themenfeld 2: Strukturen, Prozesse und Dienstleistungen
- Themenfeld 3: Öffentliche Finanzen, Effizienz & Transparenz
- Themenfeld 4: Führung, Personal & Kompetenz
Innerhalb der Themenfelder gibt es jeweils ein Zukunftsforum sowie Workshops zu verschiedenen Aspekten.
Weitere Informationen | Further Information::
http://wegweiser.de/de/zukunftskongress-staat-verwaltung-2013/
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K.2 Announcement: Big Island, Hawaii, 06.-09.01.2014: 47th HICSS (Hawaii International Conference on Systems Sciences), Call for papers
The 47th HICSS will be held at the Waikoloa Hilton on the Big Island of Hawaii from January 6 to 9, 2014.
The minitrack „Digital Government Mirrors and Anticipates Many Developments, which Later Become Major Trends“ is led by Theresa A. Pardo (University at Albany/SUNY), Samuel Fosso Wamba (University of Wollongong, Australia) and Tino Schuppan (IfG.CC, Potsdam, Germany).
The e-Government Emerging Topics minitrack provides a home for incubating new topics and trends in e-Government research. E-Government as an academic field is evolving; new directions of research and practice are emerging while others are becoming accepted as foundational. However, the foundations of the field still need to be spelled out more explicitly and rigorously. This HICSS E-Government Emerging Topics minitrack seeks submissions that contribute to the evolution of e-Government research and to the clarification of the field. Submissions should speak specifically to how the research presented contributes to our understanding of this emerging field.
In this minitrack papers are invited that offer the conceptual and practice-based boundaries and foundations of the field of e-Government, agendas for e-Government research, foundations and research methodologies for the study of e-Government, the nature of inter- and multi-disciplinaryresearch designs in e-Government, natural disaster management & e-government policy, mobile Government: Challenges, opportunities, standards, and protocols, Web 2.0/3.0 in government, Open data: Challenges, opportunities, standards, and protocols, E-diplomacy, societal challenges and e-Government, for instance, engaging citizens through technology.
The deadline for submitting papers is June, 15th 2013. Please submit your abstract to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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http://faculty.washington.edu/jscholl/hicss47/Emerging_Topics.html
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1.6 Jobs beim IfG.CC / Jobs at the IfG.CC
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J.1 Das IfG.CC bietet attraktive Arbeitsfelder für Studenten und Absolventen / The IfG.CC offers attractive opportunities for students and graduates
Das Institute for eGovernment (IfG.CC) mit Sitz im Stadtzentrum der Brandenburger Landeshauptstadt Potsdam bietet interessante Arbeitsfelder für Studenten und Absolventen der Verwaltungs-, Politik- und Sozialwissenschaft, der Betriebswirtschaft und der (Wirtschafts-) Informatik in internationalen Projekten. Wir setzen uns mit Fragen der künftigen Anwendung von IKT in den Bereichen Government, Telemedizin, Katastrophenschutz, Bildung und Entwicklungspolitik auseinander. Auch Themen wie Schutz kritischer Infrastrukturen oder neue prozessorientierte Organisationsgestaltung gehören zu unseren Forschungsthemen.
Bitte senden Sie Ihre vollständigen Unterlagen per eMail an: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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http://www.research.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=69&Itemid=78&lang=de
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J.2 Das IfG.CC sucht weitere Mitarbeiter/-innen für den Geschäftsbereich "Prozessmanagement"
Für unseren Geschäftsbereich "Prozessmanagement"suchen wir weitere Mitarbeiter/-innen für die Analyse und Modellierung von Geschäftsprozessen und die Entwicklung von Desktop-, Online- und Mobile-Anwendungen.
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http://www.ifg.cc/_pdf/IFGCC_GPM_Stellenausschreibung.pdf
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J.3 Schülerbetriebspraktikum beim IfG.CC
Interessierten und aufgeweckten Schülerinnen und Schülern bietet das IfG.CC die Möglichkeit, ein Schülerbetriebspraktikum zu absolvieren.
Interessierte schicken bitte Ihre vollständigen Bewerbungsunterlagen (Anschreiben, Lebenslauf, letztes Zeugnis) an Heidrun Müller (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).
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http://bildungsserver.berlin-brandenburg.de/schueler-betriebspraktika.html
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1.7 In eigener Sache / On ourowns account
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E.1 Das IfG.CC öffnet sein Projekt zur Entwicklung eines Prozessketten-Registers für staatliche Informations- und Meldepflichten für weitere Kooperationspartner
Immer mehr Kommunen, Landkreise und Landesverwaltungen melden sich, um als Kooperationspartner an dem am 01.04.2012 gestarteten Projekt zur Entwicklung eines Registers mit standardisierten Prozessketten für staatliche Informationspflichten teilzunehmen, das vom Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Technologie gefördert wird.
Kooperationspartner in diesem dreijährigen Projekt sind u.a. Verwaltungen der kommunalen und Landesebene, kommunale Spitzenverbände, öffentliche IT-Dienstleister, Unternehmen und Kammern. Zusätzlich zu den schon im Projekt engagierten Fachleuten ermöglicht das IfG.CC nach wie vor weiteren Kooperationspartnern die Teilnahme an diesem Projekt.
Als Ausgleich für den im Projekt investierten Aufwand erhalten die Teilnehmer eine Desktop-Version des IFGCC-Prozessnavigators mit Modellen und Detailinformationen zu den bei den Teilnehmern erhobenen Prozessketten.
Interessenten melden sich bitte per eMail über: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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http://www.ifg.cc/_pdf/IFGCC_Proketta_120401.pdf
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2. Schwerpunktthema des Monats/Key Issue of the Month:
Export von E-Government-Lösungen/Export of eGoverment solutions
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IDie Modernisierungspotenziale und der Nutzen von E-Government-Lösungen finden weltweit immer mehr Beachtung. Zur erfolgreichen Umsetzung sind allerdings Erfahrung und Expertise bei Politikern, Führungskräften und Mitarbeitern in der öffentlichen Verwaltung notwendig. Verwaltungen aus aller Welt, die E-Government-Lösungen einführen möchten, sind deshalb auf Partner angewiesen, welche sie bei den E-Government-Vorhaben unterstützen.
Neben einer Vielzahl von IT-Beratungsunternehmen haben auch mehrere Staaten den Export von
E-Government-Lösungen als lukratives Geschäftsfeld für sich entdeckt. Weltweit führender Exporteur von E-Government-Lösungen ist Südkorea. Das Land hat seine Wirtschaft bereits in den 1990er Jahren stark an den Bedarfen einer Informationsgesellschaft ausgerichtet. Der E-Government-Sektor bildet dabei ein wichtiges Geschäftsfeld im IT-Sektor des Landes. Südkorea unterhält inzwischen mit mehr als 40 Ländern Kooperationsvereinbarungen im Bereich E-Government und erschließt mit seinem Vorgehen neue Märkte für die heimischen IT-Hersteller wie Samsung, Hyundai oder LG.
Ebenfalls im asiatischen Raum angesiedelt, hat sich Singapur als zweitgrößte Exportnation bei E-Government-Lösungen zum „Global Player“ entwickelt. Das Land hat eine eigene „Export-Agentur“ aufgebaut, um seine Leistungen umfangreich auf dem globalen Markt vertreiben zu können. Singapur konzentriert sich dabei gegenwärtig insbesondere auf die Bereiche Bürgerdienste, E-Health sowie die Ausbildung und Kompetenzentwicklung im Bereich E-Government, wie auch das unten vorgestellte Beispiel der Kooperation zwischen dem Oman und Singapur illustriert.
E-Government hat besonders in Entwicklungs- und Transformationsländern einen hohen Stellenwert bei Vorhaben zur Verwaltungsmodernisierung. Ein Beispiel hierfür ist Aserbaidschan, welches das Jahr 2013 zum „ICT Year“ erklärt hat und große Summen in E-Government-Projekte investiert. Kooperationsvereinbarungen mit Institutionen in Südkorea, Schweiz, Österreich und Litauen wurden geschlossen. Das verdeutlicht auch, dass es meist nicht nur bei dieser Zusammenarbeit bleibt, sondern der Export von E-Government-Lösungen häufig auch als Türöffner für den Aufbau weiterer Handelsbeziehungen und Investitionsfelder dient.
In dieser Ausgabe des Infobriefs stellen wir Ihnen einige Beispiele für den Export von E-Government-Lösungen aus aller Welt vor.
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2.1 Azerbaijan: South Korea, Azerbaijan sign $3.7 mln grant agreement under e-government project
Azerbaijan's Communication and Information Technologies Ministry and the Foreign Ministry of South Korea on Thursday signed a $3.7 million grant agreement on the creation of training centers under an electronic government project in Azerbaijan.
The ICT Ministry is developing a draft state program on the development of e-government for 2013-2015. The draft program will be presumably submitted to the Presidential Administration by the end of April. The new program is continuation of the state program on developing the ICT sector in Azerbaijan in 2010-2012.
The project envisages the creation of 15 training centers in the country's regions and cities including Ganja, Nakhchivan, Sumgayit, Mingachevir, Barda, Lankaran, Gazakh, Zagatala, Imishli, Gabala, Goychay, Shirvan, Shamakhi, Guba and Sheki.
Weitere Informationen | Further Information:
http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=43116&Itemid=128
http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=43106&Itemid=128
http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=43104&Itemid=128
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2.2 Azerbaijan interested in ICT experience of Switzerland
A meeting has been held with the delegation led by head of the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research and Federal Councilor of Switzerland Johann Schneider-Ammann at the Ministry of Communications and Information Technologies.
APA-Economics reports quoting the Ministry that the meeting was also attended by the representatives of various Swiss companies. Deputy Minister of Communications and Information Technologies Elmir Velizadeh underlined the role ICT sector as other spheres in successful development of friendly relations between Azerbaijan and Switzerland.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=43047&Itemid=128
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2.3 Azerbaijan, Austria discuss cooperation in ICT sector
Azerbaijani Deputy Minister Elmir Valizade praised the relations between the two countries in the ICT sector.
An Austrian delegation led by Andreas Reinhard, Deputy Federal Minister of Transport, Innovation and Technology has visited the Azerbaijan Ministry of Communications and Information Technologies (MCIT). […] Andreas Reinhard expressed his satisfaction with the establishment of the E-government in Azerbaijan. He noted that Austria was interested in implementation of joint projects, as well as in construction of a cable production plant in Azerbaijan. The plant will not only meet Azerbaijan`s domestic demands, but also will import products to foreign countries
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=42999&Itemid=128
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2.4 Azerbaijan, Lithuania expected to cooperate in ICT sector
Cooperation of Azerbaijani and Lithuanian ICT companies will allow setting up joint manufacturing of high technology products, Azerbaijani Deputy Minister of Communications and Information Technologies Iltimas Mammadov said at a meeting with the head of Lithuanian Business Confederation Valdas Sutkus.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=42998&Itemid=128
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2.5 China gives USD135m for Malawi ICT Project
The Department of E-Government in the Office of the President and Cabinet has said Malawi government has lined up a number of ICT projects to be implemented through the support from the Chinese government to a tune of over USD135 million.
Assistant Director in the E-Government Department Grace Hiwa said several ICT components to be implemented in a period of about four to five years will include the expansion of connectivity to 29 districts across the country.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=43066&Itemid=128
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2.6 Albania, Austria sign E-Tax accord
An export credit agreement on the financing of an E-Tax project was signed between Albania and Austria on April, 09, 2013.
The signing ceremony was attended by Albanian Minister of Finance Ridvan Bode and the Austrian ambassador Florian Raunig in Tirana.
Bode said the project was part of Albania's e-government program that is funded by Austria under a bilateral agreement of financial cooperation signed on Dec. 7, 2010.
Weitere Informationen | Further Information:
http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=43006&Itemid=128
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2.7 Oman's ITA, IDA Singapore collaborate to strengthen education sector
The Information Technology Authority (ITA) in Oman and Infocomm Development Authority (IDA) of Singapore recently strengthened their collaboration in infocomm technology (ICT) for the education sector in Oman through a joint e-Education seminar, which was held alongside Comex 2013 ICT expo.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=42971&Itemid=128
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3. eGovernment in Deutschland / eGovernment in Germany
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3.1 Neues Geoportal rund um Landwirtschaft und Ernährung
Das Bundesministerium für Ernährung, Landwirtschaft und Verbraucherschutz (BMELV) gibt den Startschuss für ein neues Geoportal. Unter der Internetadresse www.gdi.bmelv.de können interessierte Bürger, Vertreter von Wirtschaft und Verbänden oder Mitarbeiter von Behörden nach bestimmten Geoinformationen aus den Themenbereichen Landwirtschaft und Ernährung suchen.
Integriert in ein Webportal, soll die Geodateninfrastruktur des BMELV (GDI-BMELV) einen Überblick über die vorhandenen Geodaten im Geschäftsbereich gewährleisten. Hierzu wird die gezielte Suche nach bestimmten Geoinformationen über ein Metadatenverzeichnis ermöglicht. Das Metadatenverzeichnis dient der Beschreibung und Katalogisierung der vorhandenen Geodatenbestände. Zukünftig wird es - sofern die gewünschte Geoinformation über Geodaten verfügt - die Möglichkeit geben, sich diese in einer Kartenanwendung anzeigen zu lassen und bei Bedarf als PDF auszudrucken.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=42938&Itemid=128
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3.2 Bundestag beschließt E-Government-Gesetz
Welche Vorteile hat das Gesetz für Bürgerinnen und Bürger sowie für Unternehmen?
E-Government macht Behördenangelegenheiten für Bürger und Wirtschaft einfacher. Es macht sie unabhängig von Ort und Öffnungszeiten: Rund um die Uhr können sich Bürgerinnen und Bürger direkt vom heimischen Computer aus informieren, Daten übermitteln oder Anträge stellen. Eventuell erforderliche Belege können elektronisch eingereicht oder mit dem Einverständnis des Antragstellers von der Behörde selbst eingeholt werden. Behördengänge sind nicht mehr notwendig. Der elektronische Austausch von Dokumenten und Informationen führt zu transparenteren und kürzeren Verfahren, so wird vermeidbare Bürokratie abgebaut. Auf diese Weise kann die Verwaltung mit dem E-Government-Gesetz als Grundlage die Chancen der digitalen Welt voll ausschöpfen.
Ziel des E‐Government‐Gesetzes ist es, durch den Abbau bundesrechtlicher Hindernisse den elektronischen Austausch zwischen Bürger und Behörde sowie eine durchgängig elektronische Vorgangsbearbeitung in der Verwaltung zu ermöglichen. Das Gesetz schafft Standards für Bund, Ländern und Kommunen, die die Grundlage für eine nutzerfreundlichere, verlässliche und effiziente Basis-Infrastruktur sind.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=43115&Itemid=128
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4. eGovernment in Europa / eGovernment in Europe
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4.1 Great Britain: East Sussex: Polegate School at forefront of modern education
For some grappling with computers and technology can be a frustrating business, but for pupils at Polegate School it is as easy as one,two, three.
The school has been awarded an accolade proving that it is at the forefront of using information and communications technology (ICT) to enhance pupils’ work. The award recognises the school’s success in developing the strategic use of ICT in both administration and across the curriculum. The announcement followed an extensive external assessment Polegate School has been awarded the prestigious ICT Mark. Parents now have proof their children are attending a school at the forefront of modern technology, said its headteacher Mrs Claire Martin-O’Donoghue.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=42930&Itemid=128
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4.2 European Union: Nurses and carers central to e-health services
Paul De Raeve, Secretary General of the European Federation of Nurses Associations (EFN), and EFN Policy Advisors Alessia Clocchiatti and Silvia Gomez Recio consider the role of nursing and social care professionals in the deployment of e-health services in redesigned healthcare systems.
The financial and economic crisis has led EU member states to make several cuts in the health sector, compromising patient outcomes from a quality and safety perspective. It therefore takes new innovative ways of thinking to re-engineer the healthcare system.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=42966&Itemid=128
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4.3 United Kingdom makes impressive progress in WEF's 2013 networked readiness index
The World Economic Forum (WEF) published its Global Information Technology Report, placing the UK at number seven on its Networked Readiness Index (NRI). The country was ranked tenth in the 2012 edition of the report and its current place makes it the strongest climber among the top ten economies.
The NRI ranks 144 countries based on their ability to put information and communications technologies (ICT) to use for growth and well-being. The first three names on the list remain the same but the order has changed.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=43041&Itemid=128
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4.4 Malta: Attaining a digital economy
Our reliance on digital technology is undisputed. This is a result of governments’ and businesses’ use of digital technologies to thrive on economic growth and to gain a competitive edge. It is also the result of people’s increasing expectations and changing behaviour.
Malta is no exception. Digital technology is a pillar of our economy. The digital economy within a digital society is our present and future.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=43058&Itemid=128
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4.5 Switzerland: The ch.ch portal of the federal government launches its revamped version
In March 2013, Danielle Gagnaux, the chancellor of Fribourg canton and André Simonazzi, the Federal Council spokesman, launched a revamped version of the ch.ch portal, which provides a quick way of finding information about the confederation, cantons and communes.
Focused on the information needs of the public, the updated ch.ch portal includes on a single platform all the information from the federal, cantonal and municipal authorities that people need on a daily basis.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=43105&Itemid=128
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4.6 Despite more PCs in European schools, 20pc of kids never use them in their lessons
Although the numbers of computers in European schools have doubled since 2006 and students and teachers are keen to 'go digital', 20pc of secondary students across Europe have never or almost never used a computer in their school lessons.
An ICT in schools survey by the European Commission also reveals that the skill levels of teachers when it comes to ICT are still lacking.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=43132&Itemid=128
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5. eGovernment weltweit / eGovernment world wide
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5.1 USA: Vermont DMV Announces New Online Service for Motorcycle Riders
Secure online registrations for training classes create efficiency and convenience for motorcyclists in the state
The Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles recently announced the launch of a new online service that enables motorcycle enthusiasts to register for motorcycle training classes throughout Vermont and pay securely via credit card over the web. The new service was launched in March 2013 and processed nearly 350 new motorcycle registrants in its first month.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=42941&Itemid=128
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5.2 India: A peek into e-governance for engineering, management students of Maharashtra
Students, pursuing engineering, management and computer studies, will soon be able to do an internship programme with the 'Setu' centres across the state as part of government policy that aims at making e-governance an attractive subject at the level of institutes of higher learning.
The Setu centres are citizen facilitation centres set up by public administration at district and taluka level, to offer computerised services such as certificates and licenses.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=42933&Itemid=128
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5.3 Bahrain: 100 projects vie for Bahrain eGovt awards
More than 100 projects have been evaluated for Bahrain’s eGovernment Excellence Awards 2013, said a top official, adding that the development of governmental entities’ electronic projects have significantly improved compared to 2012.
Announcement of the Excellence Award winners will take place during the official opening of Bahrain International eGovernment Forum 2013 in April.
Shaikh Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Khalifa, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Supreme Committee for ICT, will honour the winning entities and projects.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=42954&Itemid=128
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5.4 Australia hurtling towards ICT skills cliff
Cyber security threat driving demand.
Australia is on the road towards the edge of an ICT skills cliff, said Professor Michael Blumenstein, of Griffith University’s School for ICT.
“We’re contacted nearly every week by companies wanting to snap up our graduates,” he said. “Some students have been employed before they have actually finished their degrees. Blumenstein points to one undergraduate who was taken on board by IBM, and continues to work for Big Blue alongside finishing his degree.
However, Blumenstein said there’s a more sinister reason behind Australia’s need for more ICT graduates – cyber security.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=42975&Itemid=128
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5.5 United Arab Emirates: Dubai Internet City And Dubai Outsource Zone Record 15% Growth In 2012
Dubai Internet City (DIC), the MENA region’s largest IT cluster, and Dubai Outsource Zone (DOZ), the world’s first freezone dedicated to the outsourcing industry, announced growth of 15% as 160 new companies registered in the business parks throughout 2012.
The continued development and growth of DIC and DOZ falls in line with the vision of H.H Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum of developing the emirate as a global hub for the technology industry which is set to continue into 2013. According to a report by Gartner Inc, a leading information technology research and advisory company, ICT expenditure in the Middle East is forecast to reach $192 bn in 2013, a 5.5% increase from 2012.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=42997&Itemid=128
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5.6 Vanuatu taps into ICT sector - Moves closer to a national ICT Policy
Vanuatu will move closer to having in place a comprehensive national policy for its Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) sector, following an inaugural meeting of its National ICT Development Committee (NIDC) in January 2013.
In that meeting, the importance of the ICT sector to Vanuatu’s national development was emphasised and in his opening speech, then Vanuatu’s Prime Minister Sato Kilman had described the meeting as “dedicated to discussing how we should best utilise information and communication technologies in the development of our country”.
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http://www.ifg.cc/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=43062&Itemid=128
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6. Ausgewählte Veranstaltungen im laufenden Monat / Selected events in the current month
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6.1 15.-16.05., Berlin, Deutschland: 16. Effizienter Staat
Die Fähigkeit zur Innovation wird immer wichtiger in einer digitalen Wissens- und Informationsgesellschaft. Sie ist entscheidend für die Wettbewerbsfähigkeit. Eine moderne Verwaltung, die Innovationen lebt, zulässt, befördert und anreizt, ist dabei ein bedeutender Standortfaktor.
Vor allem im Hinblick auf den demographischen Wandel, die Alterung des Personals im Öffentlichen Dienst, aber auch die weitere Belastung der öffentlichen Haushalte, ist es von strategischer Bedeutung, neue Wege im staatlichen Innovationsmanagement zu gehen.
Eine „offene Staatskunst“ öffnet die Verwaltungsprozesse für die „Masse“. Durch Crowdsourcing kann gesellschaftliche Mitarbeit und Know-how systematisch in das Staatshandeln einbezogen werden. Verwaltungsarbeit kann innovativer, aber auch effizienter und effektiver gestaltet werden. Eine stärkere Vernetzung der unterschiedlichen Verwaltungen, auch ebenenübergreifend, bietet enormes Potenzial. Durch die Vernetzung von Prozessen und deren Bündelung können Qualitätsverbesserungen und Einsparungen bei Verwaltungsdienstleistungen erzielt werden. Und durch die Vernetzung von Verwaltungsmitarbeitern untereinander können wiederum Qualitätssteigerungen und Innovationen erreicht werden.
Das Motto des Effizienten Staates 2013 „Vorsprung durch Innovation. Moderne Verwaltung: Offen, vernetzt und effizient“ greift diese Überlegungen auf.
Weitere Informationen | Further Information:
http://www.effizienterstaat.eu/Kongress/
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6.2 20.-21.05., Istanbul, Turkey: Biometrics Conference 2013
The event will consist advanced identification solutions including; Finger Print and Vein Technology, Iris Recognition, Facial Recognition, Voice Recognition and Smart Cards by gathering speakers and representatives from the Government and experts from the sectors.
The organizations will also answer actual questions about the biometrics law. It is a unique opportunity for the stakeholders on biometrics to showcase their products and services for the attendees.
Weitere Informationen | Further Information:
http://www.biometricsistanbul.com/en/
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