The latest global e-government survey by the United Nations shows that Korea ranks number one in the world. As reported in the Joongang Daily today, this results in a wide range of conveniences for Korean citizens. Other countries are taking an active interest in Korea's e-government systems. (click on graphic at left to see a larger version) Even Japan, it is reported, wants to learn from the Korean experience and introduce similar measures at home. There is little question that Korea's efforts toward e-government have provided for greater transparency in many transactions and more efficient service to citizens across a range of services. However, this leadership could be enhanced if the country could break out of its Microsoft monoculture (see my earlier posts) and allow secure banking and financial transactions.
Selasa, 30 Maret 2010
Korea is a Leader in e-government
The latest global e-government survey by the United Nations shows that Korea ranks number one in the world. As reported in the Joongang Daily today, this results in a wide range of conveniences for Korean citizens. Other countries are taking an active interest in Korea's e-government systems. (click on graphic at left to see a larger version) Even Japan, it is reported, wants to learn from the Korean experience and introduce similar measures at home. There is little question that Korea's efforts toward e-government have provided for greater transparency in many transactions and more efficient service to citizens across a range of services. However, this leadership could be enhanced if the country could break out of its Microsoft monoculture (see my earlier posts) and allow secure banking and financial transactions.