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E-government for Business

3 March 2005


The E-government Unit is beginning a new programme of research and analysis to identify opportunities where technology can be used to improve the links between government and businesses.

Initially �E-government for Business� is focusing on the existing ways government agencies use information technology to enable businesses to access information about compliance and regulatory requirements, find information and advice, and seek assistance.

E-government for Business will work closely with agencies such as the Ministry of Economic Development and New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, and will be focused on the business units within agencies. Research into the approaches taken overseas for �e-government for business� will be undertaken in due course.

Future objectives could include:

  • greater exchange of business information between agencies
  • reducing the frequency of contact that businesses have with government
  • improved access to information, advice and assistance for businesses
  • easier and greater compliance

In addition, the E-government Strategy includes an objective for the E-government Unit to work with the business-focused agencies to ensure that e-government initiatives are coordinated for the business community.