Jakarta (ANTARA) – Deputy Minister of Communication and Information (Wamenkominfo) Nezar Patria mentioned digital government governance (digital governance) needs to be implemented by regional governments so that in the future they can create more optimal public services.
According to him, digital government governance can be proof that digital transformation in regions is not limited to providing infrastructure alone but also improves public services to be more comfortable and optimal.
“Technically, digital governance “bringing about changes in the operational dynamics of organizational and inter-organizational governance, which mainly affects counter-mechanisms, incentive coordination and building trust,” said Nezar in his statement received, Saturday.
Nezar took the example of one practice digital governance implemented within the Ministry of Communication and Information is related to the presence of a complaint channel for the public to be able to report negative content such as hoaxes, gambling content. onlineto pornographic content.
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The existence of an open, transparent complaint channel provides space for the government to connect directly with the community without any bureaucratic barriers.
This gives the public the impression that public services such as complaint rooms feel close thanks to the government empowering digital connectivity in digital government governance.
Therefore, he invited regional governments to be able to optimize existing digital infrastructure in their regions by creating digital governance that suits the culture of their people.
“I think this is the most important because with digital technology, public services can be provided more efficiently and better,” he said.
Nezar also conveyed this invitation to coincide with the release of the digital transformation index for regional governments carried out by Gadjah Mada University under the name Gadjah Mada Digital Transformation Governance Index (GM-DTGI) on Friday (11/10).
Nezar appreciated UGM, especially the Accounting Department, Faculty of Economics and Business, Gadjah Mada University for supporting digital transformation efforts by releasing GM-DTGI.
“GM-DTGI is a real contribution from UGM which can help Level II Regional Governments evaluate the effectiveness of digital transformation programs in their respective regions,” said Nezar.
He hopes that later this index can be used as a reference for local governments to maximize digital transformation in their respective regions so as to optimize public services.
“I hope this can encourage the acceleration of digital transformation and become a comprehensive evaluation tool for each regional government to realize the Golden Indonesia Vision 2045,” he concluded.
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Jakarta’s Digital Governance: Are We Ready for a Tech Makeover?
Well, well, well! Look who’s decided to embrace the digital age! Deputy Minister of Communication and Information, Nezar Patria, has proclaimed that regional governments in Indonesia need to hop on the digital governance bandwagon. Think of it as trading in your old jalopy for a shiny new electric car—except this one is less about the environment and more about the efficiency of public services. Spoiler alert: it’s going to be a bumpy ride!
In a recent revelation—which you can bet was accompanied by dramatic music and perhaps a little sauntering—the Deputy Minister elucidated that digital governance is more than just slapping a WiFi logo on a government building. Oh no, dear reader, it’s about transforming the essence of operational dynamics and actually improving public service delivery. Imagine a world where you can report a hoax or a gambling issue without having to wade through bureaucratic muck! Revolutionary, isn’t it? But knowing how these things go, I’d wager we’ll still be waiting in line behind someone trying to print a document at the office.
The Dreaded Complaint Channel
Now, Nezar has touted the Ministry’s noble initiative—the presence of a complaint channel for the public to report negative content. What a splendid concept! It’s like having an open mic night, but instead of telling jokes, citizens can vent their frustrations about hoaxes, gambling, and online pornography. Don’t you just love it when you can complain directly to the government without having to stand in a queue that does a great job of testing your patience? It’s like a direct hotline to the people who can actually do something about it, minus the annoying elevator music.
He further suggests that regional governments should optimize existing digital infrastructure, presumably while taking cultural nuances into account. Because nothing screams “local flavor” like digital governance, right? If you thought trying to find that balance was tricky, just wait until you add a little bureaucracy into the mix! What’s next—a ‘help us help you’ campaign, complete with catchy jingles?
GM-DTGI: A Fancy Acronym Worth its Weight in Data
On the tech-savvy side of things, Nezar recently flexed about the digital transformation index, a.k.a. the Gadjah Mada Digital Transformation Governance Index (GM-DTGI)—a mouthful, isn’t it? Now, this tool is supposed to help Level II Regional Governments evaluate the effectiveness of their digital transformation programs. Because what better way to understand how far we’ve come than with an index that probably makes sense only to half of us? I can already envision government meetings filled with eye-rolls and the occasional “Can we just stick to spreadsheets?”
Accelerate Your Transformation, But Don’t Rush
While Nezar’s enthusiasm is commendable—almost palpable—there’s a potent reality check that comes to mind: transformation takes time. His hope that this index will help local governments “maximize” digital transformation by 2045 is like waiting for a four-leaf clover to sprout in a concrete jungle. It’s all well and good to imagine a future where every citizen can report problems at the click of a button, but can we make it happen without the usual red tape? That’s the million-dollar question. Or, given the way things work, probably more like a billion-dollar question.
Conclusion: Digital Governance or Digital “What Were We Thinking?”
So here we are, standing at the precipice of a digital revolution… potentially. Nezar has the audacity to dream about a seamless connection between the government and the public. Adopting digital governance might just be the answer to “how do we make life easier?” Yet, if history has taught us anything, it’s to manage our expectations, keep our sense of humor intact, and prepare for the occasional parade of glitches that typically follows any ambitious tech rollout.
In conclusion, as we move forward into this dazzling digital future, let’s keep our collective fingers crossed—if they aren’t too busy typing complaints, that is. And remember, in the wild world of governance, the only constant is change, and maybe, just maybe, a little chaos too!
