Are Regional e-Government Projects Real Winners or Mere IT Projects?
Over the last few years, many GCC Governments have embarked upon the task of renewing their economies by harnessing the opportunities of a knowledge-based and technology advanced economy, while at the same time reinforcing the solid foundations of a legacy oil-based industry. This economic renewal and diversification strategy is dependent on creating and offering robust infrastructures, world standard services, professional competencies and skills, and a myriad of other resources that are necessary for the regions competitiveness. e-Government is one such initiative that can support the regional governments visions. GCC nations have been very quick to realize the potential of e-Governance in driving growth and maximizing the governments reach throughout the economy. As a result, e-Government projects in the GCC are leading the way in the region and some are touted to be world standard by renowned world bodies, such as the UN. Full integration of government services, best illustrated by
