2018· International Journal of Emerging Trends in Multidisciplinary Research· Vol 1, pp. 01-11· 0 citations
TL;DR
The results show that open data platforms are effective in enhancing transparency indicators, although this depends on other attributes, including political commitment, legal frameworks, interoperability of data, and the accessibility of data to users.
Abstract
Open Data Platforms (ODPs) have become revolutionary tools in the process of improving transparency, accountability, and engagement of citizens to the public sector. In the last ten years, open data initiatives have become more predominant in governments across the world as international governments recognize the need to offer free access to government-held data to promote trust and participatory governance. In this paper, the authors examine the importance of open data platforms in transparency enhancement, specifically with respect to the events before 2018. It looks at conceptual bases, technology infrastructure, and institutional processes on which open data ecosystems are based. The paper will examine the nature of open data in enhancing transparency through the ability of citizens, researchers, and other civil society organizations to access, analyze, and reuse government data. It also examines issues relating to the quality of data, standardization, privacy and digital divides that impair successful implementation. By means of systematic methodological process that involves qualitative analysis and evaluation of secondary data, this paper will assess the effects of open data platform in various governance settings. The results show that open data platforms are effective in enhancing transparency indicators, although this depends on other attributes, including political commitment, legal frameworks, interoperability of data, and the accessibility of data to users. Also, the paper identifies stakeholder cooperation and capacity building as significant in the sustainability of open data efforts. The study is an addition to the emerging data on digital governance through the provision of a holistic framework of learning on the importance of open data platforms on transparency in the public sector. It also gives policy suggestions on how the design and implementation of open data systems can be improved. Finally, the paper highlights the idea that open data is not just a technological phenomenon but a socio-political instrument that transforms the governance system and relations between citizens and the state.
Governments around the world are releasing open data with the aim of stimulating innovation, driving economic development, and advancing social good. Despite significant investment in data infrastructure and technology, many open data initiatives struggle to effectively engage stakeholders or deliver on their intended outcomes. Thus, this dissertation targets the research question: How can a human-centered open government data ecosystem be modeled to ensure that stakeholders are engaged and find data? It also explores which stakeholders should be engaged and what methods are most effective in engaging them. To address the research questions, this dissertation adopts a design science methodology and develops the Model of Open Data Engagement (MODE) through iterative design and evaluation. The process began with a meta-analysis of open data literature to identify stakeholder roles and engagement mechanisms, followed by a review of existing ecosystem models. These insights informed an initial model, which was then refined through comparative analysis of four case studies: the United States, the United Arab Emirates, Sierra Leone, and the City of Los Angeles. A global survey was then conducted to test and refine the proposed model, which was further evaluated using the Indian case study. The final MODE framework presents a structured interaction between three primary stakeholder groups (i.e., data providers, data consumers, and data influencers) through specific engagement activities that are most effective for related interactions. These engagement pathways are further linked to distinct desired outcomes, achieving the tangible benefits of open data use. Theoretically, this dissertation advances open data research by providing a structured, stakeholder-centered model that links engagement activities to expected outcomes. It addresses gaps in earlier models by incorporating the interplay between stakeholder roles, motivations, and methods of engagement. Practically, the model serves as a diagnostic and design tool for governments aiming to build or strengthen open data ecosystems. By aligning engagement strategies with stakeholder needs, MODE supports more inclusive, responsive, and sustainable open data initiatives.
This study aims to examine the role of government digital transformation initiatives in promoting beneficiaries’ right of access to information in Saudi Arabia. It is situated within the rapid technological transformations that have reshaped the relationship between government institutions and the public, making access to information a key indicator of transparency, accountability, and the quality of public services. The study is grounded in a central research problem concerning the extent to which government digital initiatives and platforms enable beneficiaries to access information and data easily, fairly, and clearly, while also identifying the legislative, regulatory, and procedural challenges that may limit the effective exercise of this right.
The study adopts a descriptive-analytical approach by examining the theoretical and regulatory frameworks related to digital transformation and the right of access to information. It also reviews major government digital initiatives and platforms in Saudi Arabia, including service platforms, electronic portals, and open data platforms. In addition, the study employs a questionnaire to measure beneficiaries’ perceptions of government digital services, particularly in relation to ease of access to information, clarity of available data, effectiveness of digital services in supporting their right to know, and their overall satisfaction with these initiatives.
The significance of this study lies in linking digital transformation as a national strategic project with the right of access to information as a key enabler of transparency, good governance, and public participation. The study seeks to assess the effectiveness of digital initiatives in narrowing the gap between regulatory frameworks and practical implementation, while highlighting their role in enhancing disclosure, facilitating access to data, and strengthening beneficiaries’ trust in government entities. It also offers scholarly insights that may contribute to the development of digital policies, the improvement of information access mechanisms, and the enhancement of government digital services in alignment with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
Khalid Alyami· International Journal of Edu...· 0 citations
This study explores the evolution of open government in Tunisia by mapping scholarly literature published between 2011 and 2025, coinciding with the country’s accession to the Open Government Partnership. Using bibliometric analysis with VOSviewer, the research examines review articles retrieved via Publish or Perish and indexed in Google Scholar, focusing on transparency, public participation, and accountability. The analysis identifies three thematic clusters: fiscal transparency and access to information, public participation and democratic innovation, and institutional accountability and digital governance. These clusters reflect the priorities of both government and civil society, while highlighting Tunisia’s role as the first MENA country to join the OGP. Findings reveal that academic discourse has shifted from exploratory studies after the Arab Spring to more consolidated analyses of implementation and institutionalization. Nonetheless, challenges remain, including institutional fragmentation, political instability, and limited civic capacity to influence policymaking. This study contributes by providing a systematic overview of research trends and thematic priorities, and by offering policy-relevant recommendations. Strengthening open data practices, promoting substantive citizen participation, and enhancing accountability through independent oversight and integrated digital governance are proposed as key strategies to advance democratic governance in Tunisia and the broader MENA region.
Muslim Afandi, Syed Agung Afandi, Rizki Erdayani· Jurnal Sosial-Politika· 0 citations
Digital platforms have fundamentally transformed public communication, yet the capacity to study them is increasingly threatened by restricted data access, opaque algorithmic architectures, and complex legal barriers. Addressing these challenges requires a paradigm shift from isolated, project-based solutions toward shared, national-scale research infrastructures. We present the Australian Internet Observatory (AIO) as a case study of a multi-year initiative designed to facilitate digital media platform observability at scale. The AIO integrates access to computational resources, data governance frameworks, and diverse data sourcing methods, ranging from platform-centric API-harvesting to user-focused data donations. The AIO addresses methodological challenges, ethics, the technical skills gap, and the complexities of regulatory compliance. We argue that shared infrastructures function as vital institutional interventions to ensure independent, reproducible, and ethical digital media research in a continuously evolving media environment
B. Mamaev, Daniel Angus, Amanda Lawrence et al.· Media and Communication· 0 citations
A well-structured software architecture enhances government transparency by ensuring auditable, traceable, and secure public data access and provides a self-diagnostic tool for institutions to assess their transparency maturity based on open government principles.
J. Hochstetter-Diez, Marlene Negrier-Seguel, Fernanda Gutiérrez-Gutiérrez et al.· Applied Sciences· 0 citations
This study examines the role of e-governance in enhancing administrative efficiency, transparency,
citizen participation, and data management within the Rivers State Ministry of Information
between 2014 and 2024. Anchored in the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), the research
investigates how perceived usefulness and ease of use affect the adoption and effectiveness of
digital platforms in public administration. The study employed a survey research design, targeting
a sample of 125 staff members, selected through purposive sampling from a population of 192.
Data were collected using a validated structured questionnaire based on a four-point Likert scale
and analyzed using percentage mean scores and standard deviation with the aid of SPSS. Findings
reveal that digitization of government processes significantly improves public service delivery.
Digital platforms were found to enhance transparency and accountability, reduce corruption, and
foster responsible resource management. Furthermore, e-governance tools were effective in
improving citizen engagement, participation, and communication with government agencies.
Additionally, improved data accessibility and management were shown to positively influence
decision-making and policy formulation. The study concludes that the adoption of e-governance
tools has positively transformed administrative processes, aligning with global trends in digital
governance. To sustain these gains, the study recommends expanding digitization efforts, auditing
and securing digital platforms, promoting citizen-inclusive governance through technology, and
investing in data infrastructure and capacity building. The Technology Acceptance Model
provided a useful framework for understanding the dynamics of e-governance adoption in a
developing public administration context.
C. Akujuru· INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SOC...· 0 citations