Harnessing Innovation in Europe for the Public Services of Tomorrow
Business and competitionCollaboration+4 topics
Last update: 02/05/2024
2024 Public Sector Tech Watch “Best Cases Award”
The Public Sector Tech Watch (PSTW) observatory has launched the ‘2024 Best Cases Award’. The award aims to:Generate a virtuous mechanism for sharing the best experiences on the use of emerging technologies (Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, etc.) in the public sector;Rewarding and giving visibility to the most innovative public administrations.This award is spotlighting solutions using emerging technologies (AI, BC, etc.) in public administrations at all levels to enhance public services for citizens or to improve their internal processes. They welcome also submissions from the…
ObservatoriesArtificial intelligenceBlockchain
Last update: 03/06/2024
Register for the three upcoming PSTW webinars
Join us for the new series of webinars that will be hosted by the Public Sector Tech Watch
Observatories
Last update: 06/03/2024
Smart Cities Coffee Talk Highlights
A coffee talk on the new Guidance document on organisational and cultural interoperability, was held on Tuesday March 27th, 2024, with participants from different EU Member States and beyond. The Guidance document was published in the framework of the ‘Study on organisational and cultural interoperability issues arising in local administrations when establishing local, regional or national data spaces or local digital twins’ conducted by the Directorate General DIGIT and the Directorate General CONNECT of the European Commission. The coffee talk took the form of an informal exchange on the…
European PoliciesObservatories+2 topics
Last update: 22/03/2024
The OSOR Handbook
The OSOR Team is pleased to release the initial version of the OSOR Handbook, a longstanding project aimed at providing essential information to the open-source community within the public sector. This guide is tailored for European public administrations and their officials seeking to develop or implement an open source software (OSS) strategy. Over the past 15 years, OSOR has been a valuable resource, aiding administrations in adopting a comprehensive approach to OSS. The purpose of this handbook is to serve as a guide, consolidating key solutions and insights from the collective experience…
CollaborationDigital-ready policymaking+6 topics
Last update: 26/02/2024
Event Highlights: Unveiling the PSTW Observatory
Held on February 7th, the unveiling of the Public Sector Tech Watch (PSTW) & GovTech Connect webinar provided a comprehensive showcase of AI and Blockchain's transformative role in public services. Organised to highlight the PSTW Observatory's impact on innovation through technology adoption and public-private partnerships, the webinar facilitated a rich dialogue on integrating these technologies to enhance government operations, efficiency, transparency, and citizen engagement. The event agenda included a comprehensive set of topics revolving around the adoption of emerging technologies in…
ObservatorieseGovernment+2 topics
Last update: 29/02/2024
The Interoperable Europe Act and the open source community
The European Parliament's plenary has adopted the Interoperable Europe Act, securing overwhelming support, with 524 out of 639 Members voting in favour during the first reading. The legislation, aimed at bolstering cross-border interoperability in digital public services, received broad backing from major political factions.Expected to become European law after a single reading, the Act targets improved data exchange between EU Member States, addressing challenges in the current landscape. Ivars Ijabs, the designated rapporteur on the Act, highlighted the necessity for swift cross-border…
European PoliciesLegal+4 topics
Last update: 01/02/2024
Read the 2023 OECD Digital Government Index
Digital government is essential to transform government processes and services in ways that improve the responsiveness and reliability of the public sector. During the COVID-19 pandemic it also proved crucial to governments' ability to continue operating in times of crisis and provide timely services to citizens and businesses. Yet, for the digital transformation to be sustainable in the long term, it needs solid foundations, including adaptable governance arrangements, reliable and resilient digital public infrastructure, and a prospective approach to governing with emerging technologies such...
Discover the panelists for the upcoming webinar on February 7th
Discover the five hand-picked experts to participate in the high-level panel 'Success Stories from the Public and Private Sectors in implementing Emerging Technologies in EU Public Administrations'. The panel, is one of the sessions of the upcoming Webinar "Unveiling the Public Sector Tech Watch Observatory: Navigating the European Landscape of AI and Emerging Technologies in the public sector," featuring the GovTech Connect community.The event focuses on the integration of advanced technologies in government services and the role of the Public Sector Tech Watch (PSTW) observatory in this…
Observatories
Last update: 18/01/2024
Perspectives and Visions of Open Source Actors
A recent paper titled: “Open Source and Free Software: Perspectives and Visions of Open Source Actors” (in French) has been published by the OpenStudio group. Compiling 15 interviews, and providing an analysis of them, this white paper gives an overview of various actors of the French open source community. OpenStudio, a digital services company engaged in open source and a member of OW2 since 2023, has sought to contribute in its own way by publishing a white paper. The arguments and numerous testimonials in this white paper, complementary to other high-quality works on the subject, aim to…
European PoliciesLegal+3 topics
Last update: 16/01/2024
Showcase Your GovTech Initiative on the GovTech Connect Map!
We are thrilled to announce a new feature on GovTech Connect that allows you to showcase your groundbreaking GovTech initiatives on our interactive map. Be part of the GovTech movement and contribute to shaping the future of GovTech!Why Join GovTech Connect?GovTech Connect is a dynamic platform that brings together innovators, enthusiasts, and pioneers in the GovTech ecosystem. Now, with our latest feature, you have the opportunity to put your GovTech initiative in the spotlight and be part of a community committed to driving technological advancements in the public sector.How to Contribute…
CollaborationObservatories
Last update: 09/01/2024
State of OSS in Nigeria
OSOR has just published the first version of its report on the state of open source in Nigeria. This report offers an overview of the country's recently initiated digital government reforms. Structuring 36 federated states, the Nigerian central government is also coordinating a wider policy work with the other member states of the African Union. As such, there are currently no policies in Nigeria that mandate the use of open source software (OSS) in public administrations. However, the ongoing efforts at the federal level in Nigeria are focused on creating a more open and transparent…