Computer Applications in the Public Sector: E-Government

Excerpts from the Paper

Computer Applications in the Public Sector: E-Government
This paper explores the role that e-government can play in transformation of government towards a leaner, more cost-effective entity. Specifically, the next several pages will argue that e-government can facilitate communication and can improve the coordination of authorities at various tiers of government; the paper will also note how e-government can streamline operations and processes, can lower costs, and can improve research capabilities (especially in the sense that e-government can allow governments to quickly ascertain what the general attitudes of the public are and what changes are necessary if public needs are to be met). Additionally, e-government can improve...

.....rovement on anything that came before it.   
References
Feng, L. (2003). Implementing e-government strategy in Scotland: Current situation and emerging issues. Journal of Electronic Commerce in Organizations, 1(2), 44-65.  
Moran, Jr., A.J. & Daniel, M. (2008). Rules for the web. American City & County, 123(11), 26. 
Tiamiyu, M.A. & Ogunsola, K. (2008). Preparing for e-government: some findings and lessons from government agencies in Oyo state, Nigeria. South African Journal of Library & Information Science, 74(1), 58-72. 
United States General Accounting Office. (2003, October 10). Electronic government: Potential exists for enhancing collaboration on four initiatives: GAO-04-6. Washington, DC: US General Accounting Office.