E-Governance

E-Governance refers to the use of data from IT to improve the accountability, efficiency, effectiveness, and transparency within an organization. Comprised of IT, people and processes, it is an application of electronic means to improve exchange of information and increase the operational effectiveness and efficiency. E-Governance involves determination and application of relevant regulations such as domain name to govern presence on the internet. Its focus is on the appropriateness of internal/external web user experience.

Why IT Governance

1. Implementation and integration of new IT strategies while overcoming institutionalized “silo” programs and funded processes.

2. Rewards based on singular program accomplishments, without the broader strategic focus.

3. Lack of delivery strategies across program boundaries

4. Increased user pressure from cloud/internet functionality and ease of use expectations

5. Drive for a cost-efficient single, common service and delivery interface in meeting user needs

Information Technology Governance

Information technology governance focuses mainly on leadership in effectively and efficiently using IT resources to meet business needs, encompassing structures and processes to implement strategies, develop standards and principles, and evaluate IT investment priorities, leveraging technology to add business value.

It combines accountability with the assignment of decision-making responsibilities. Governance includes cross-level communications about processes and key IT investments. When fully employed, IT governance is aligned with business governance. Its key components include collaboration, modular and incremental development and implementation of strategic and tactical initiatives.