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Seven security threats governments face |
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Dan Lohrmann, chief technology officer and
director of Infrastructure Services, Michigan Department of
Information Technology |
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One of the most notable keynotes delivered on Tuesday at SITA
GovTech 2009, was that of Dan Lohrmann, chief technology officer
and director of Infrastructure Services, Michigan Department of
Information Technology, which focused on securing government in
a digital world. Globally, cyber security threats have risen
sharply over the past few years, with recent local headlines,
such as Symantec's concern about the expected increase of
cybercrime during the 2010 FIFA World Cup dominating the news.
Moreover, a recent online security web site reported that cyber
crooks stung the South African government for 13 million pounds. |
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Into the crystal ball |
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Jonathan Murray, VP public sector, WW
Technology Office, Microsoft
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Technology plays a central role in modern society and impacts on
almost every aspect of our daily lives. It has transformed the
way we do things and continues to challenge our conventions. But
technology is still young in its development and there is still
much room for growth. When one places the current capability of
technologies in the context of its rapid improvements, the
possibilities for the future look overwhelming. Jonathan Murray, vice president of public sector for the WW
Technology Office at Microsoft presented a talk at SITA's
GovTech 2009 conference that focused on technology innovation
and the changes it is bringing. |
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From citizen-centric to inclusive e-Government |
Prof. Michael Blakemore, ECOTEC Research
and Consulting UK
Trust, transparency, active participation and real
value-add through citizen-centric services are just some of the
attributes governments need to possess to drive true service
delivery through the value chain.
In one of the breakout sessions at SITA's GovTech 2009
conference, professor Michael Blakemore from ECOTEC Research and
Consulting UK, highlighted the fact that citizen-centric
governments can deliver cost-effective, personalised and
relevant e-services that simultaneously enhance the democratic
dialogue. |
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Convergence in a customer-centric era |
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Building smart
communities |
Godfrey Ntoele, group executive, NSMO
division, Telkom SA
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Africa's incumbent network operator, Telkom, is in the midst
of a transformation being driven by a global expansion
strategy and the demands of converging connectivity
technologies.
Godfrey Ntoele, group executive of the NSMO division at
Telkom SA describes Telkom's transformation as "a
renaissance".
"A rebirth of sorts is going on and a strategy leads the
structure," he said, speaking at SITA's GovTech 2009
conference yesterday. "Telkom is refocusing to maintain its
leadership position in South Africa, while growing a strong
footprint on the continent," he added.
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Jim Wynn, public sector director,
Internet Business Solutions Group, Cisco
 Reaching
deep into Africa, Cisco believes it has a connectivity
and services model that will connect communities of
skills around the world, while uplifting the villages in
which they operate.
Jim Wynn, public sector director, Internet Business
Solutions Group at Cisco, believes that smart and
connected communities across Africa will help bridge the
digital divide and provide citizens with the tools they
require for basic services, such as healthcare,
education and business opportunities. |
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