Thailand ICT Master Plan (2002-2006). - Nectec

• Having an ICT division in each ministry to support the work of CIO. Thisunit is to be responsible for the effective utilization of ICT in alldepartments under the ministry.• Setting up the practices, plans and organization structure for provincial CIOs.(2) Revising rule and regulations and administration procedures which relates toplanning, coordination, budget allocation, public administration and servicesdelivery by utilizing ICT to create transparency, efficiency and effectiveness,such as procurement regulations to facilitate e-procurement and e-services.(3) Allocating the budget for ICT development, in accordance with the ICTMaster Plan. This should be organized in the manner that it will minimize theduplication of efforts and discourage piece-meal development. Furthermore,the government should allow private sectors to develop the systems andprovide services, whenever appropriate.7.3 To develop the government database by setting up the data and data exchangestandards in order to fully support the e-citizen initiative. Major activities are:(1) Setting up the Government Data Exchange (GDX) to facilitate the link andexchange of information across ministries via high-speed government Intranet.(2) Promoting the development of information exchange gateway between thepublic and private sectors.(3) Developing ministries' information network in order to support managementinformation systems, as well as back- and front-office systems.(4) Developing easy-to-use software by investing in common back officesoftware. This should include bulk purchasing of software licenses, andusing local software, with open-source technology, where appropriate.(5) Providing public information access in accordance with the PublicInformation Act.(6) Developing a population database through public-private partnership. Thisdatabase will enable the provision of a smart ID card for each citizen, to beused in their transaction with the government. The database should bedeveloped in an efficient and cost-effective manner as well as beingsupportive to local industry.7.4 To implement and apply the Geographic Information System (GIS) in determiningappropriate strategies for economic and social development, resource management, andintegrated disaster prevention. Major activities are:20 Thailand ICT Master Plan (2002-2006)