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05 Aug 2010

Folgende Info zu einer Oktober-Konferenz hat gerade der Afrika-Verein der deutschen Wirtschaft e.V. herausgegeben. Security sells? 

“In den letzten zehn Jahren hat der IKT-Sektor Afrikas ein enormes Wachstum verzeichnet. Dieser Erfolg nährt sich auch aus der Beteiligung deutscher Unternehmen. Aus diesem Grund hat der Afrika-Verein der deutschen Wirtschaft in Zusammenarbeit mit dem BMWi, der DIHK und Partnern aus der Industrie beschlossen, in Berlin die Konferenz “IT und Sicherheit – 1.Deutsch-Afrikanisches IKT Forum” ins Leben zu rufen.  Inhaltlich wird sich die Konferenz mit den Themenkomplexen  “E-Government, Civil and Inner Security” und “ICT and Infrastructure , E-Health, Automotive”. Alle Parteien sind eingeladen Ihr Interesse so bald wie möglich zu äußern. So können die Organisatoren mit der Planung des Forums und der Workshops beginnen und möglichst alle Wünsche und Anforderungen der teilnehmenden Unternehmen, Organisationen, Institutionen und interessierten Regierungen mit einbeziehen. “ 

Mehr Infos hier: http://www.ict-conference.de/de/index.php . BG Balthas

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Posted by Balthas Seibold

07 Jun 2010

FLOSS –  (auch) in D. scheint die Lobbyarbeit von proprietär orientierten IT-Firmen Früchte zu tragen, s. dazu den aktuellen Artikel:

http://www.silicon.de/cio/wirtschaft-politik/0,39038992,41532861,00/politiker+und+open+source+toelpel+oder+lobby_opfer.htm

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Posted by Herbert Henke

12 Mar 2010

The race for greener electronics in between marketing hypes and real innovation is still alive – and will be enhance. What influence do innovations have on CO2-emissions? Short-spoken: The transition to an LCE (Low-Carbon-Economy), integrated all aspects from R&D, manufacturing, transportation, power-generation and –requirements, use of devices (and infrastructure), and dispose and recycle its wastes. And, of course, employment protection. pc-life.jpgThe effect to the biosphere by GHG (GreenHouseGas) is to be reduced severely.  
Direct environmental impact through IT:    

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Posted by Herbert Henke

30 Jun 2009

The World Bank launched today their Report “Information and Communications for Development 2009: Extending Reach and Increasing Impact”. It takes an in-depth look at how ICT, and particularly broadband and mobile, are impacting economic growth in developing countries. The data section includes at-a-glance tables for 150 economies of the latest available data on ICT sector performance. Performance measures for access, affordability and applications in government and business are also introduced.

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Posted by Thorsten Scherf

09 Oct 2008

“e-Government for Development”, die Umsetzung von Geschäftsprozessen des Regierens und Verwaltens mittels Informations- und Kommunikationstechnologien (IKT) in Schwellen- und Entwicklungsländern war das Thema einer BMZ Konferenz am 18. und 19. September im GTZ Haus Berlin.

Über 80 Teilnehmer aus öffentlichen Verwaltungen in Partnerländern und Deutschland, aus Forschung und Privatwirtschaft, deutschen und internationalen Entwicklungsorganisationen diskutierten unter der Überschrift “the promise and the practice” die Potentiale und praktischen Herausforderungen der Entwicklung und Einführung von e-Government in Schwellen- und Entwicklungsländern.

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Posted by Peter Rave

02 Jul 2008

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The Promise
Effective and efficient public administration is a key to economic development and social progress. It offers a competitive advantage in a globalised world economy. e-Government describes the use of information and communication technologies (ICT) as enablers and integral elements of administrative reform.

The introduction of e-Government promises progress towards more effective and efficient, transparent and customer-oriented public administration and improved framework conditions for private sector development.

Referred to as e-Governance, the use of ICT promises new means for the transparent interaction of state, civil society and the private sector and a more participative governance process. In the context of development cooperation, e-Government promises to provide one answer to the increasing demand for reliable information, for transparency and accountability. It is a central
instrument for the design and implementation of development strategies, the administration of development finance and the realisation of good governance and aid effectiveness.

The Practice
To realise the promise of e-Government is today an objective of governments world-wide, including low- and middle income countries. While some countries, notably OECD countries and some countries in Asia and Latin America, have made considerable progress in the practice of e-Government, many developing countries have only begun to systematically address the issue. Numerous development organisations support the introduction of e-Government and of ICT components in projects and programmes to strengthen capacities at all levels of government. By comparison, there is only a
limited discourse regarding practical experience and success factors that make investments in e-Government succeed and perform in the long run.

The Conference
The conference “e-Government for Development” is a step towards a more systemic approach to e-Government in bilateral development cooperation. It brings together network partners from government, development organisations, academia and the private sector whose know-how and experience can help improve the planning and implementation of e-Government in developing countries. By reference to ongoing practical experience, the conference identifies success factors for the support of e-Government in development programmes.

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Posted by Peter Rave

30 Jan 2008

As Europe rises to the challenges and opportunities of globalization, it is widely acknowledged that the efficiency and effectiveness of public services are key to improving its productivity and competitiveness. However, to succeed and prosper in today’s global economy, all countries will need to promote policies to engage citizens and develop their full potential to contribute positively.Governments can act as motors of change by bringing forward policies to support the twin pillars of economic competitiveness and social inclusion while accelerating their own business plans to modernize and transform public services.The 2008 Microsoft Government Leaders’ Forum – Europe in Berlin last week focused on two crucial questions:

* How can we measure the full potential of government modernization and what is the role of Information Technology in achieving it?
* How can we access Europe’s diverse, multi-cultural human potential to deliver economic, social and cultural benefits?

For example, how will new technologies change the way governments interact with each other, including local vs. central synergies, with business, and crucially, with citizens and communities. What services for citizens, what perspectives for government agencies, in modernising, simplifying and extending access. The Keynote Speakers Bill Gates and The Honourable Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor, highlighted the importance of IT-access and/or -education already during schooling, as a fundament for a desirable private and professional life, and a balanced economic development.

The Honourable Heidemarie Wieczorek-Zeul, Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development, addressed the forum and emphasized Bill & Melinda Gates (Foundation) during the gala reception for humanitarian progress and planning to devote all energies henceforth to this task. They are among those fighting at the vanguard of what Henning Mankell called the “deciding battle for humanity”.

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Posted by Herbert Henke

29 Oct 2007

Kenya is among the first African countries that systematically use the internet to fight corruption. The Kenyan Anti-Corruption Commission (KACC), supported by German Technical Cooperation (GTZ), has introduced an internet platform that allows whistleblowers to inform prosecution authorities about possible cases of corruption without revealing their identity.

During the initiation phase more than 450 individuals have used the system. Their indications are verified discretely to exclude denunciations. Around 90 percent of complaints lead to investigations. 

“This anti-corruption tool is highly effective because we can protect informants in senior positions who give hints on corruption”, explains Thomas Vennen, GTZ-advisor to the Kenyan government. “Whether job or social standing – these people have a lot to loose from reprisals from their environment. The anonymity offered by the system takes away that fear.”

The e-platform called BKMS has been developed by the Potsdam based Business Keeper AG. In Germany, it is used by the State Office of Criminal Investigation of the Federal State of Lower Saxony. The test case in Kenya started in 2006 and has ended this month with the complete takeover of financing and operating of the system by KACC.

Further information:  http://www.business-keeper.com/eng_DE/home.html 
Contact:    Thomas.Vennen@gtz.de

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Posted by Anna Rau