Modernising Governments – E-Government for Improved Service

November 30th 2004 -1 December 2004

London, United Kingdom

The promotion of good practices in the area of e-government can favourably influence the transformation of governments. The resulting benefits can be reduced corruption and waste, increased transparency, greater convenience, revenue growth, and cost reductions.

Recognising the importance of e-government in the promotion of good governance, this conference will bring representatives of governments and business from the Commonwealth together to share experiences and best practice in the area of e-government.

The conference will enable government ministers and officials to share their requirements and experiences in implementing e-government solutions, and enable the private sector to share ideas and present best-of-breed solutions.

Amongst government officials and private sector providers, there are rich and varied experiences of developing ICT initiatives for e-government and improved governance. This conference will bring these experiences to the fore and share them between participants.

Speakers include:

> Mr. Mike O’Brien MP, Minister of State for Energy and E-Commerce, UK

> Mr.JULIAN BOWREY, Divisional Manager, Local e-Government, Office of the Deputy Prime Minister

> MR. JOSEPH V. TABONE, CEO, The Malta Communications Authority

Private sector include:

BT, Tata Consultancy Services, India, Satyam Computer Services Ltd.,

Other organisations represented include:

Commonwealth Local Government Forum, Society of Local Authority Chief Executives and Senior Managers (SOLACE), Commonwealth Secretariat, ITU, Kerala State IT Mission, Department of Information Technology Government of Kerala, India

To register for free please visit: http://www.cbcglobelink.org/cbcglobelink/events/EGOV04/index.htm