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In today’s technological landscape, developments like migration to the cloud and the Internet-of-things have eliminated traditional boundaries and increased manifold the challenge for cybersecurity professionals working to protect their organisations. At the same time, attacks have grown exponentially in numbers, as well as sophistication.
OpenGov discussed these issues with Forcepoint's Global CTO, Nicolas Fischbach (CTO Cloud at the time of interview) on the sidelines of the Singapore International Cyber Week (SICW) 2017.
Impact of cloud on cybersecurity
Mr. Fischbach said that many enterprises start as on on-premise customers. Many of those companies want to move to the cloud as part of their digital strategy. They want to be more agile, to reduce costs. They do not want to deal with the hardware/ software lifecycle. The other key driver is people who want to be enabled and reduce the amount of friction they get from IT. Usually, one of the first steps into the cloud for enterprises is Office365. Then there are adjacent moves, like moving the HR solution, accounts to the cloud, starting to consume things like One Drive, Dropbox etc. Then there are the bigger moves like CRM, when people move to, for instance Salesforce in the cloud, from on-premise SAP to in-the-cloud SAP.
Enterprises often have very good cybersecurity measures on-premise. “Over the years they have invested a lot of time, a lot of technology, lot of processes to make it right. Then when they move to the cloud, they kind of seem to think that it’s moving at the same time. But that’s often not the case.,” Mr. Fischbach explained.
For example, organisations usually have very strict password policies on-premise. Maybe you have to change your password every 30 or 60 days. But when the organisation moves to applications on the cloud, these security features might not be there by default. You might have to turn them on, which people forget to do. Forgetting that security measures do not move to the cloud with you could result in breach of compliance.
Another example would be, for instance, a salesperson in a company having access to HR information because that has also been entered into Salesforce. In order to avoid breakdown of processes, rules are left very open.
To deal with such issues, Forcepoint offers a Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) solution. Mr. Fischbach said that it is basically a very advanced application firewalling and workflow management in the cloud. Forcepoint CASB provides visibility into where the data is, secondly what people are doing with the data, as the organisation moves to the cloud.
Forcepoint CASB lets users discover and assess risk from unsanctioned cloud apps, and control how sanctioned cloud apps (e.g., Office 365, Google Suite, Salesforce, Box, Dropbox) are used, so as to prevent the loss of critical data and IP.
Understanding human behaviour and protecting employees
Another big challenge for organisations now is to comply with privacy regulations such as GDPR (General Data Privacy Regulations).
“Many people seem to think GDPR only impacts Europe. It does not. GDPR impacts you anywhere in the world, if you as an entity or enterprise or as a commercial platform deal with European customer information. So, it is pretty important to understand what your compliance policy is, what your regulator policy is, if you have the right tools to enforce the regulations, validate the compliance or actually protect the data. If you fail, the fines could be pretty significant,” Mr. Fischbach explained. He referred to the recent Equifax data breach in the US. That would have been a disaster under GDPR compliance.
In this context, it becomes important to understand human behaviour. Often people seem to think the employee is the bad guy which can happen in a few cases but quite often the employee is just a vehicle. He’s going to be that person who’s lured to click on something and something happens and it’s going to compromise company data. At the same time, he’s also compromising himself.
Mr. Fischbach said, “We are not only selling you products to provide you web, email and data security. We also focus very much on products that provide insider threat protection, basically helping understand human behaviour and intent and helping employees secure enterprise data and at the same time help manage their privacy.”
The idea is to make it easy and frictionless for people to work, but at the same time keep information secure. By understanding the way people work, security systems can detect people doing things they shouldn’t be doing, either because they are malicious or because somebody is exploiting them. Then the organisation can protect its data as well as its employees.
Mr. Fischbach said that organisations must focus on the human point at the intersection of people with systems and critical data. It’s at this point where information is most useful in creating value, but also most vulnerable to a single malicious or unintentional act.
The digital identity of the person consists of not just their name, social security number etc.
The digital identity of the person can also be combined with other information from the physical world. A person walks into an office, park their car in the parking lot, flash their badge, goes to their desk, logs in to their system and starts working.
“Nico on his computer sending an email. But is it actually me? Did I drive into the parking lot, did I use my physical badge to come in, did I log into my computer, you can bridge those assets, sometimes the asset is a physical asset that you own like the badge, sometimes it’s who you are and how you act. It’s about connecting all those dots. How do you feed in all those analytics together to make sense of them,” Mr. Fischbach said. Furthermore, CCTVs could provide inputs on the emotions of a person, whether the person is looking happy or sad, if they have made a disgruntled comment on social media.
Trade-off between privacy and security?
Several of the security measures we discussed seemed to tread a fine line between privacy and security. The question is how do you make sure that the employees do not have to give up too much privacy for the sake of their own security or for company security.
When asked for his views, Mr. Fischbach responded, “Where privacy is well-defined, you only measure what you need to measure for protecting the company. And you need to have the right data governance, and ensure that the information is only looked at in the case of an incident and a very limited set of persons can access it, say head of security response, head of HR.”
That kind of information cannot be used for monitoring productivity or keeping a tab on what colleagues are doing. That is what people are mostly concerned with.
The other angle is encryption. Organisations should ensure that they don’t g
ather too much and what they gather is properly encrypted, to protect privacy and data. Privacy-by-design can help with that. Finally, it is essential to inform employees and explain to them what is being done and why. Quite often people are comfortable once they understand the objective. People are also realising that advanced monitoring also protects them and their own identity.
“Having such tools enables you as an employer to protect the employees. So, it’s not so much like big brother watching you, it’s more like your brother helping you, preventing you from doing something bad. Sometimes not because you want to do it, but somebody is exploiting you to do it,” Mr. Fischbach said.
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In the rapidly evolving digital landscape of today, organisations are increasingly turning to multi-cloud systems to take advantage of their flexibility, scalability, and cost-efficiency. However, this shift often brings about complex challenges in the realms of identity management and security.
To fully capitalise on the benefits of cloud computing while safeguarding their data and operations, businesses are now placing a high priority on certain objectives. These include automating security measures, mitigating risks, and effectively managing identities within the multi-cloud environment.
Enhancing security in multi-cloud systems heavily relies on automation. Automation empowers enterprises to promptly address threats, identify vulnerabilities, and maintain continuous monitoring of their cloud infrastructure. Automated security systems possess the capability to analyse extensive datasets, pinpointing trends and anomalies that may go unnoticed by human observers.
By taking a proactive approach, businesses can not only reduce downtime and financial risks but also significantly lower the chances of data breaches. Mitigating risks in a multi-cloud setting calls for the implementation of a comprehensive strategy. This encompasses establishing robust encryption, access control, and data loss prevention protocols across all cloud providers and applications.
Additionally, it is crucial to adopt a unified security framework that provides centralised visibility and control over the entire multi-cloud ecosystem within an organisation. Such an approach streamlines risk management by ensuring consistent policy enforcement, threat detection, and incident response procedures.
Identity management plays a vital role in multi-cloud security, especially when individuals like customers, partners, and employees access resources from various devices and locations. Identity and Access Management (IAM) assume a pivotal role in this context, enabling organisations to enforce precise access controls, ensuring that only authorised users can access resources.
Furthermore, IAM systems offer single sign-on (SSO) capabilities, which not only enhance security but also simplify the user experience by allowing users to access multiple resources with a single set of credentials.
As businesses increasingly embrace multi-cloud architectures to protect their data, assets, and reputation in today’s interconnected digital landscape, the adoption of automation and robust security practices becomes imperative.
A comprehensive cloud strategy that encompasses automated security measures, risk reduction strategies, and effective identity management in multi-cloud environments is foundational. Prioritising these elements empowers organisations to mitigate risks and fully harness the benefits of multi-cloud setups.
The OpenGov Breakfast Insight on 26 September 2023 convened Singapore’s leading technology experts at the Voco Orchard Singapore to discuss the latest developments in digital integration, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and data governance.
Opening Remarks



Mohit Sagar, the CEO and Editor-in-Chief of OpenGov Asia believes the role of IT automation in bolstering cybersecurity has never been more critical, particularly in the face of the growing sophistication of cyber threats.
He highlights the escalating intricacies of modern business infrastructures, compounded by the proliferation of remote work, mobile devices, and the Internet of Things (IoT). These developments have introduced vulnerabilities that traditional security approaches find challenging to combat.
Recent data breaches in Singapore, a global financial and tech hub, also underscore the urgency of robust security measures, highlighting the severe consequences of inadequate security practices in the face of evolving cyber threats.
In this context, Mohit underlines the revolutionary nature of Zero Trust Security, which eliminates the inherent trust traditionally placed in both internal and external entities. The importance of rigorous identity verification for users, devices and applications, emphasising the use of multiple-factor authentication as a core principle of this approach, is key.
“Continuous monitoring serves as a rapid anomaly detection mechanism, while micro-segmentation effectively constrains lateral network movement, ultimately minimising the impact of potential breaches,” he elaborates. “Here, automation assumes a critical role by swiftly analysing data, enforcing access controls, and providing real-time responses to incidents.”
According to Mohit, the adoption of automation is paramount for organisations looking to bolster their security measures. Automation accelerates processes, minimises errors, and empowers proactive threat detection and swift incident responses through real-time analysis.
Additionally, automated patch management guarantees timely updates, thereby reducing exposure to vulnerabilities, while orchestration optimises security tools and processes for efficient threat management
“To defend against modern cyber threats, organisations should employ a comprehensive approach that includes secure coding, infrastructure hardening and Zero Trust principles,” Mohit is convinced. “This strategy safeguards applications with secure coding, regular testing, and continuous monitoring.”
Infrastructure hardening serves to diminish attack surfaces while extending the principles of Zero Trust through stringent access controls and identity-based authentication, thereby fortifying the overall defence. This comprehensive approach integrates application-centric security, infrastructure hardening, and the Zero Trust Architecture, offering a multi-faceted defence against a wide range of threats.
A seamless identity-based framework begins with the establishment of robust Identity and Access Management (IAM) practices, which form the cornerstone of modern security. IAM effectively manages digital identities for users, devices, and applications, enabling precise control over resource access.
Mohit stresses the importance of access control policies that are structured around roles and responsibilities, emphasising their role in mitigating unauthorised access risks. He also underscores the significance of continuous monitoring of user activities, as it bolsters security by identifying unusual behaviour and potential breaches.
Additionally, he recommends that organisations prioritise the security of credentials for critical systems and data. This can be achieved through the implementation of robust password policies and user education. He also suggests that the adoption of password management tools can prove highly beneficial in this regard.
Elevated access management includes securing privileged accounts with strict controls, regular reviews, and just-in-time access. Data encryption safeguards sensitive information at rest and in transit, making unauthorised access ineffective. Continuous monitoring, with real-time alerts for strange behaviour, enables rapid response to possible breaches and improves security overall.
“In today’s evolving cybersecurity landscape, a comprehensive approach is key,” Mohit concludes. “From IT automation to Zero Trust Security and robust identity management, organisations must implement security measures to defend against modern cyber threats and safeguard critical systems and data.”
Welcome Address



Morgan Hite, the Area Vice President for Asia at HashiCorp, recognises the growing complexity of contemporary information technology infrastructure, underscoring the significance of safeguarding and preserving valuable assets for companies.
He agrees that advanced automation solutions can effectively address the intricate security requirements within hybrid and multi-cloud environments. These solutions offer valuable insights into secure asset management, threat detection, and incident response.
The ongoing shift towards cloud adoption is compelling organisations to transition from rigid to more agile infrastructure management, particularly within the public cloud domain. Consequently, IT operations teams are confronted with emerging hurdles.
These challenges include coping with sluggish manual workflows that can lead to errors and inefficiencies. Moreover, development teams may also find themselves burdened by intricate manual processes and less-than-optimal ticketing systems.
Moreover, the obstacles associated with implementing consistent policies not only hamper productivity but also elevate the risks an organisation must contend with. Consequently, having scalable and adaptable infrastructure automation becomes crucial in tackling these challenges effectively. Hence, many organisations opt for solutions that help them steer clear of such complexities.
Morgan explains that HashiCorp assists enterprises in resolving these issues by employing infrastructure as code principles for provisioning, compliance, and management across various domains, including public clouds, private data centres, and third-party services.
“Infrastructure automation plays a pivotal role in efficiently managing the progressively intricate cloud environments that organisations encounter,” he says. “This is a critical component in efforts to maintain security and protect critical assets in a frequently changing environment.”
In a dynamic cloud environment characterised by fluctuating demands, the capability to swiftly adapt and oversee resources emerges as a critical necessity. Automation assumes a pivotal role in guaranteeing efficient scalability, enabling organisations to effortlessly adjust their capacity as required without getting entangled in time-consuming manual processes.
Further, apart from scalability, operational efficiency stands out as another compelling rationale for the implementation of infrastructure automation. Automation empowers organisations to automate routine tasks like provisioning, scheduling, and resource management. Consequently, this not only lessens the burden of manual labour but also mitigates the potential for human errors.
Ultimately, it results in significant time savings when it comes to managing the intricacies of cloud environments.
“Security is another key factor that makes infrastructure automation very important. With automation, organisations can apply security policies consistently across their infrastructure,” Morgan elaborates. “This helps prevent vulnerable configurations and ensures compliance with required security standards. In a world full of security threats, automation helps keep cloud environments safe.”
Additionally, automation serves as a critical tool for enhancing infrastructure resilience. Its capacity to swiftly identify and respond to security incidents or infrastructure failures allows organisations to uphold the availability of their services. In this regard, automation proves invaluable in addressing the challenges that arise within the ever-changing landscape of a dynamic cloud environment.
Morgan strongly emphasises the fundamental importance of implementing infrastructure automation in today’s organisational landscape. He firmly believes that automation not only boosts productivity but also has the potential to curtail risk and optimise expenses, underlining its multifaceted value.
Automation has a positive impact on organisational productivity. By eliminating valuable time-consuming manual workflows associated with cloud infrastructure, organisations can experience significant time savings. That means less time is wasted on tasks like creating, managing and provisioning cloud infrastructure. As a result, the IT team and related staff can focus on more strategic and value-added tasks.
Automation further elevates the level of security by upholding rigorous operational consistency and ensuring compliance with established security policies. In this context, automation serves as a safeguard against the risk of security incidents stemming from human error or policy deviations. By automating security measures, organisations can execute them consistently and with high efficiency, providing a sense of confidence and peace of mind.
Additionally, automation enables organisations to pinpoint and curtail unnecessary or redundant utilisation of cloud resources, leading to significant cost savings. Organisations have the potential to realise substantial savings of up to 40% on their cloud infrastructure costs.
Such significant savings represent an opportunity to allocate budgets more efficiently towards other pressing needs. Consequently, investing in infrastructure automation can yield tangible economic benefits for organisations, freeing up resources for strategic initiatives and growth.
Morgan holds a firm conviction that infrastructure automation constitutes a strategic decision that delivers not only operational advantages but also risk mitigation and the intelligent and efficient allocation of budgets.
This proactive step has proven to have a positive and far-reaching impact on various aspects of an organisation’s operations and finances. In essence, automation acts as a multifaceted asset, enhancing security, reducing costs and streamlining operations for organisations operating in dynamic cloud environments.
Knowledge Insight



Mary Wee, Director of Cloud Services and Support at CPF Board, reflected on the devastating impact of COVID-19 on countless people. The pandemic took many by surprise with its sudden shifts in employment and lifestyle. Consequently, access to essentials such as food, medical services, and education unexpectedly became more challenging for many.
She underscored the paramount importance of preserving continuity and well-being amid the prevailing uncertainty. In a post-pandemic era marked by unprecedented challenges and unforeseen disruptions, maintaining financial stability has emerged as an essential pillar of resilience.
Mary strongly advocates having sufficient financial savings to effectively cope with unforeseen emergencies, particularly those triggered by events like the pandemic. This financial cushion not only imparts a sense of security but also equips individuals and families to surmount economic hardships that may arise unexpectedly. It underscores the pivotal role played by institutions like the Central Provident Fund (CPF) in extending vital financial services to the community.
CPF stands as a pivotal mechanism for helping individuals and families enhance their financial planning. This encompasses a spectrum of considerations, from long-term investments and retirement savings to health protection. By cultivating well-managed financial savings, individuals are better poised to confront challenging circumstances such as a pandemic with a greater sense of readiness and resilience.
The CPF, in this context, serves as a valuable tool in fortifying financial security and enabling individuals to navigate the uncertainties of the future with greater confidence.
Mary also underscored the paramount importance of effectively safeguarding client data, particularly in the context of social enterprises. In an age where data serves as a linchpin for informed decision-making and enhanced client services, the preservation of data security and integrity emerges as a foremost concern.
CPF frequently handles the personal and sensitive information of their clients, including financial, medical and various other personal details. Consequently, they bear a substantial responsibility to shield this data from cyber threats and potential misuse.
The loss of data or a security breach can wield far-reaching consequences, impacting not only client trust but also the seamless functioning of an organisation. It underscores the imperative of unwavering diligence in preserving data security and ensuring the highest standards of data protection to safeguard both clients and the organisation itself.
“In an age where services and operations are increasingly tied to cloud technology, security cannot be ignored,” says Mary. “As such, upholding cloud infrastructure cybersecurity is our top goal since it boosts client satisfaction through quality support.”
When customers entrust their vital data and information to an organisation, they hold the expectation that this data will be handled and stored with the highest level of security. This is not merely a matter of practicality; it is a profound issue of trust.
Mary understands that when customers have the assurance that their data is securely managed within the CPF Board’s cloud infrastructure, their satisfaction with the service provided is assured.
Robust security forms the bedrock of customer trust, and this trust is unequivocally reflected in the quality of service delivered. It’s a symbiotic relationship where security breeds trust, and trust, in turn, elevates the calibre of service provided.
The CPF Board’s commitment to cybersecurity extends beyond the technical aspects; it focuses on instilling a sense of safety and confidence in customers regarding the security of their data. This approach not only engenders customer satisfaction but also contributes to cementing the CPF Board’s reputation as an organisation that is both responsible and trustworthy in its stewardship of client data.
In the multi-cloud era, there has been a significant shift in the locus of control. Instead of relying on physical controls, the emphasis is now shifting to trusted identities, Mary explains. This means each entity must go through an authentication and authorisation process to gain access to a system or resource. By adopting this identity-based framework, they can effectively navigate the complexities of securing dynamic multi-cloud environments while ensuring higher levels of security.
Mary reaffirms the CPF Board’s unwavering dedication to the utmost protection of their clients’ data. They have put significant measures in place by implementing stringent security protocols, which include leveraging the latest in security technology and providing comprehensive training to employees in identifying and mitigating cyber threats.
In addition to these initiatives, they have established rigorous policies governing data management and storage, ensuring compliance with all relevant privacy regulations.
“It’s a holistic strategy where technical prowess combines with a commitment to customer trust, fostering a solid and reliable image for the organisation,” Mary concludes. “This multi-faceted approach underscores CPF’s dedication to the highest standards of data security and privacy, further cementing its reputation as a responsible custodian of client information.”
Closing Remarks



Binny Peh, Head of Partners & Alliances Singapore Public Sector, Amazon Web Services (AWS) expressed her appreciation for the attendees’ perceptive and insightful event as they came together to explore the transformative power of technology in the public sector.
“The discussions and interactions we’ve had reaffirm the pivotal role that technology plays in shaping the future of our societies, and more importantly, in improving the lives of our citizens,” she acknowledges.
Binny confirms that Amazon Web Services is deeply committed to driving innovation and enabling digital transformation for governments and organisations worldwide. “Our mission is to empower you to leverage the cloud to build more agile, efficient, and citizen-centric services. But it’s not just about technology; it’s about the partnerships and alliances we form, the collaborative spirit we nurture, and the shared vision we pursue together.”
She believes that the success they have achieved in the public sector is a collective effort. It’s the result of collaboration between government agencies, industry partners, and technology providers like AWS, “Your insights, your commitment to excellence, and your tireless efforts to push the boundaries of what’s possible are what make this transformation journey so exciting and impactful.”
Binny encouraged the participants to continue fostering innovation, build strong partnerships, and embrace the opportunities that lie ahead. She emphasised the importance of pushing boundaries and harnessing technology to tackle the most critical challenges in communities, ultimately working towards a brighter and more interconnected future for everyone.
“Thank you once again for your participation, your passion, and your dedication to the mission of OpenGov Asia. Together, we can achieve great things, and I look forward to our continued collaboration in shaping a better tomorrow,” Binny ends emphatically.
Li Wen Chi, Group Chief Technology Officer at Cloud Kinetics, expressed his appreciation to OpenGov Asia and all attendees for contributing to the event’s success, highlighting OpenGov Asia’s role as a facilitator of knowledge exchange, innovation and collaboration.
“OpenGov Asia has consistently created effective platforms for sharing ideas, stimulating discussion, building relations and driving change,” he acknowledges. “And this year has been no exception!”



As usual, Wen Chi confirms, the event featured insightful presentations, thought-provoking interactions and valuable networking opportunities, showcasing the dynamic evolution of digital transformation in Asia and the enthusiastic embrace of technology by governments, businesses, and individuals to catalyse positive change.
“One recurring theme of this event has been the pivotal role of technology in addressing our most urgent challenges. We’ve witnessed inspiring instances of technology’s potential for the common good. It’s evident that we’re not merely envisioning the future; we’re actively constructing it collectively,” Wen Chi reiterates.
Cloud Kinetics firmly believes that the cloud represents more than just a technological shift; it embodies a fundamental shift in our approach to business and society. And they are dedicated to leading this transformation, aiming to equip organisations with cutting-edge cloud solutions to navigate the intricacies of the digital era effectively, he confirms.
He encouraged the attendees to take the knowledge, insights, and connections acquired during the event and to further collaborate, share, learn from one another, and collectively strive for an inclusive, sustainable future driven by technology for the betterment of all.
“Remember that innovation knows no boundaries, and together, we can overcome any challenge that comes our way,” Wen Chi concludes, “The road ahead may be uncertain, but with the spirit of collaboration and innovation, we can navigate it successfully.”
In closing, Mohit extended his sincere gratitude to all the esteemed speakers, participants, and partners who graced the event with their presence and wisdom. Their expertise and unwavering commitment to innovation not only illuminated the discussions but charted a course for the future.
“Together, we have explored the limitless possibilities that emerge when governments, industry leaders, and technology providers join forces. We’ve delved into the transformative power of cloud computing,” Mohit appreciates.
It’s crucial, he adds, to acknowledge the transformative potential of AI, cybersecurity, and data analytics in the realm of public services. These technologies are pivotal in shaping the future of government operations and service delivery in several ways
Moreover, Mohit remains strongly convinced that in this era of unprecedented change, collaboration is not just a buzzword; it is the cornerstone of success, “It is through partnerships, alliances, and the exchange of ideas that we can unlock the full potential of technology and effectively navigate the intricate challenges that lie ahead.”
He urged the attendees to persist in the spirit of collaboration, encouraging them to forge new alliances, nurture existing partnerships, and remain open to the opportunities that technology continually unfolds.
“Let us always bear in mind that our collective mission is to enhance the well-being of citizens and stimulate comprehensive growth, “Mohit concludes, “We must keep the broader purpose of our endeavours at the fore and pave the way for a more sustainable and inclusive future for everyone.”
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Dalam lingkungan digital yang terus berubah dengan cepat saat ini, organisasi memanfaatkan sistem multi-cloud untuk mencapai fleksibilitas, skalabilitas, dan efisiensi biaya. Akan tetapi, transisi ini seringkali memunculkan tantangan kompleks terkait pengelolaan identitas dan keamanan.
Untuk sepenuhnya memanfaatkan komputasi cloud sambil melindungi data dan operasi, bisnis sekarang memberikan prioritas pada tujuan-tujuan penting seperti mengotomatiskan langkah-langkah keamanan, mengurangi risiko, dan mengelola identitas secara efektif dalam lanskap multi-cloud.
Peningkatan posisi keamanan dalam sistem multi-cloud sangat bergantung pada otomatisasi. Sebuah otomatisasi memberdayakan perusahaan untuk dengan cepat mengatasi ancaman, mendeteksi kerentanan, dan menjaga pemantauan berkelanjutan terhadap infrastruktur cloud mereka.
Sistem keamanan otomatis memiliki kapasitas untuk menganalisis kumpulan data besar, mengidentifikasi tren dan anomali yang mungkin luput dari pengamatan manusia. Dengan mengadopsi pendekatan proaktif, bisnis tidak hanya dapat mengurangi waktu henti dan risiko finansial, tetapi juga secara signifikan mengurangi kemungkinan pelanggaran data.
Mengurangi risiko dalam lingkungan multi-cloud memerlukan implementasi strategi komprehensif. Ini termasuk pembentukan enkripsi yang kuat, kontrol akses, dan protokol pencegahan kehilangan data di semua penyedia cloud dan aplikasi.
Selain itu, sangat penting untuk mengadopsi kerangka keamanan bersatu yang menawarkan visibilitas dan kontrol yang terpusat atas seluruh ekosistem multi-cloud dalam sebuah organisasi. Pendekatan seperti ini menyederhanakan pengelolaan risiko dengan memastikan penegakan kebijakan yang konsisten, deteksi ancaman, dan prosedur tanggapan insiden yang seragam.
Pengelolaan identitas adalah aspek penting dari keamanan multi-cloud, terutama ketika individu seperti pelanggan, mitra, dan karyawan mengakses sumber daya dari berbagai perangkat dan lokasi. Manajemen Identitas dan Akses (IAM) memainkan peran penting dalam konteks ini, memungkinkan organisasi untuk mengimplementasikan kontrol akses yang tepat untuk memastikan hanya pengguna yang diotorisasi yang dapat mengakses sumber daya.
Selain itu, sistem IAM menawarkan kemampuan single sign-on (SSO), yang tidak hanya meningkatkan keamanan, tetapi juga menyederhanakan pengalaman pengguna dengan memungkinkan pengguna untuk mengakses berbagai sumber daya dengan satu set kredensial.
Seiring dengan maraknya adopsi arsitektur multi-cloud untuk melindungi data, aset, dan reputasi mereka dalam lanskap digital yang saling terhubung saat ini, adopsi otomatisasi dan praktik keamanan yang kuat menjadi sangat penting.
Strategi cloud yang komprehensif yang mencakup otomatisasi posisi keamanan, langkah-langkah pengurangan risiko, dan pengelolaan identitas yang efektif dalam konteks lingkungan multi-cloud adalah hal yang mendasar. Memberikan prioritas pada elemen-elemen ini memungkinkan organisasi untuk mengurangi risiko dan sepenuhnya memanfaatkan kelebihan dari pengaturan multi-cloud.
OpenGov Breakfast Insight telah menghadirkan para pemimpin teknologi di Singapura pada tanggal 26 September 2023 di Voco Orchard Singapore untuk mendiskusikan terkait perkembangan terbaru dalam integrasi data, kemanan siber, cloud, dan tata kelola data.
Salam Pembuka



Mohit Sagar, CEO dan Kepala Redaktur OpenGov Asia, meyakini bahwa peran otomatisasi TI dalam memperkuat keamanan siber adalah penting terutama dalam menghadapi kecanggihan ancaman siber.
Dia menyoroti kompleksitas infrastruktur bisnis modern yang semakin meningkat. Hal ini diperparah oleh peningkatan pekerjaan jarak jauh, perangkat seluler, dan Internet of Things (IoT). Perkembangan ini telah memperkenalkan kerentanan yang sulit ditangani oleh pendekatan keamanan tradisional.
Pelanggaran data baru-baru ini seperti yang terjadi di Singapura, pusat keuangan dan teknologi global, juga menggarisbawahi urgensi untuk menciptakan keamanan siber yang kuat.
Dalam konteks ini, Mohit menekankan untuk memiliki sifat revolusioner dari Keamanan Zero Trust, yang menghilangkan kepercayaan inheren yang biasanya ditempatkan pada entitas internal dan eksternal. Pentingnya verifikasi identitas yang ketat untuk pengguna, perangkat, dan aplikasi, dengan menekankan penggunaan otentikasi multi-faktor sebagai prinsip inti dari pendekatan ini, sangat penting.
“Monitoring berkelanjutan berfungsi sebagai mekanisme deteksi anomali yang cepat, sementara segmentasi mikro secara efektif membatasi pergerakan jaringan lateral, pada akhirnya meminimalkan dampak pelanggaran potensial,” jelasnya. “Di sini, otomatisasi memainkan peran penting dengan cepat menganalisis data, menegakkan kontrol akses, dan memberikan tanggapan waktu nyata terhadap insiden.”
Menurut Mohit, adopsi otomatisasi sangat penting bagi organisasi yang ingin memperkuat langkah-langkah keamanan mereka. Otomatisasi mempercepat proses, meminimalkan kesalahan, dan memberdayakan deteksi ancaman proaktif dan tanggapan cepat melalui analisis waktu nyata.
Selain itu, manajemen patch otomatis menjamin pembaruan tepat waktu, dengan demikian mengurangi paparan terhadap kerentanan, sementara orkestrasi mengoptimalkan alat dan proses keamanan untuk manajemen ancaman yang efisien.
“Untuk bertahan dari ancaman siber modern, organisasi harus menggunakan pendekatan komprehensif yang mencakup pemrograman yang aman, perkuatan infrastruktur, dan prinsip-prinsip Zero Trust,” tekan Mohit. “Strategi ini tentunya dapat melindungi aplikasi melalui pemrograman yang aman, pengujian teratur, dan pemantauan berkelanjutan.”
Pemantapan infrastruktur bertujuan untuk mengurangi permukaan serangan sambil memperluas prinsip-prinsip Zero Trust melalui kontrol akses yang ketat dan otentikasi berbasis identitas, dengan demikian memperkuat pertahanan secara keseluruhan. Pendekatan komprehensif ini mengintegrasikan keamanan berbasis aplikasi, perkuatan infrastruktur, dan Arsitektur Zero Trust, menawarkan pertahanan multi-faset terhadap berbagai ancaman.
Kerangka kerja berbasis identitas yang mulus dimulai dengan pembentukan praktik Manajemen Identitas dan Akses (IAM) yang kuat, yang merupakan dasar keamanan modern. IAM mengelola identitas digital untuk pengguna, perangkat, dan aplikasi, memungkinkan kontrol yang tepat atas akses sumber daya.
Mohit menekankan pentingnya kebijakan kontrol akses yang terstruktur berdasarkan peran dan tanggung jawab melalui penekanan peran mereka dalam mitigasi risiko akses yang tidak sah. Dia juga menekankan pentingnya pemantauan berkelanjutan terhadap aktivitas pengguna, karena ini memperkuat keamanan dengan mengidentifikasi perilaku yang tidak biasa dan potensi pelanggaran.
Selain itu, dia merekomendasikan agar organisasi memprioritaskan keamanan kredensial untuk sistem dan data penting. Hal ini dapat dicapai melalui implementasi kebijakan kata sandi yang kuat dan edukasi user yang holistik.
Manajemen akses yang ditingkatkan mencakup pengamanan akun berhak dengan kontrol ketat, tinjauan teratur, dan akses sesuai kebutuhan. Enkripsi data melindungi informasi sensitif dalam keadaan diam dan saat transit, membuat akses tidak sah tidak efektif. Pemantauan berkelanjutan, dengan peringatan waktu nyata untuk perilaku yang aneh, memungkinkan tanggapan cepat terhadap pelanggaran risiko yang mungkin terjadi dan meningkatkan keamanan secara keseluruhan.
“Dalam lanskap keamanan siber yang terus berkembang saat ini, pendekatan komprehensif sangat penting,” simpul Mohit. “Mulai dari otomatisasi TI hingga Keamanan Zero Trust dan manajemen identitas yang kuat, organisasi harus menerapkan langkah-langkah keamanan untuk membela diri dari ancaman siber modern dan melindungi sistem dan data penting.”
Welcome Address



Morgan Hite selaku Vice President untuk Asia di HashiCorp mengatakan bahwa dengan meningkatnya kompleksitas infrastruktur teknologi informasi yang modern, penting bagi perusahaan untuk mengamankan dan melindungi aset-aset pentingnya. Morgan menyoroti bahwa solusi otomatisasi mutakhir memang dapat secara efektif mengatasi kebutuhan keamanan yang rumit dalam lingkungan hybrid dan multi-cloud, memberikan wawasan tentang manajemen yang aman, deteksi ancaman, dan respons terhadap insiden.
Perubahan ke arah cloud memaksa organisasi untuk melakukan transisi dari pengelolaan infrastruktur yang kaku menjadi lebih dinamis di cloud publik. Konsekuensinya, tim operasi TI harus berurusan dengan berbagai tantangan yang baru muncul seperti kewalahan dengan alur kerja manual yang lambat dan potensi kesalahan yang tinggi. Tim pengembang juga terkadang merasa terhambat oleh proses manual yang rumit dan sistem tiket yang tidak efisien.
Tidak hanya itu, kendala dalam mengimplementasikan kebijakan yang konsisten juga memengaruhi produktivitas dan menambah risiko yang harus dihadapi. Penting bagi organisasi untuk memiliki otomatisasi infrastruktur yang dapat disesuaikan dan diskalakan untuk mengatasi tantangan ini. Oleh karena itu, banyak organisasi yang lebih memilih untuk menghindari kerumitan tersebut. Bahkan, data Cloud Thales 2023 menyebutkan bahwa hanya 41% organisasi yang telah menerapkan kontrol zero trust dalam infrastruktur cloud mereka.
Morgan menjelaskan bahwa HashiCorp memberikan pelayanan instruktur automasi. HashiCorp membantu perusahaan mengatasi masalah ini melalui infrastruktur sebagai kode untuk penyediaan, kepatuhan, dan manajemen di seluruh cloud publik, pusat data pribadi, dan layanan pihak ketiga. Automasi infrastruktur adalah elemen kunci dalam pengelolaan lingkungan cloud yang semakin kompleks. “Ini adalah komponen penting dalam upaya untuk menjaga keamanan dan melindungi aset kritis dalam lingkungan yang sering berubah-ubah.”
Dalam dunia cloud yang dinamis, di mana permintaan dapat berfluktuasi secara drastis, kemampuan untuk dengan cepat menyesuaikan dan mengelola sumber daya menjadi sangat penting. Automasi memainkan peran kunci dalam memastikan skalabilitas yang efisien, memungkinkan organisasi untuk menambah atau mengurangi kapasitas sesuai kebutuhan tanpa melibatkan tindakan manual yang memakan waktu.
Selain skalabilitas, efisiensi operasional adalah alasan penting lainnya untuk menerapkan automasi infrastruktur. Dengan otomatisasi, tugas-tugas rutin seperti penyediaan, penjadwalan, dan manajemen sumber daya dapat diotomatiskan. Hal ini mengurangi beban kerja manual, menghindari kesalahan manusia, dan menghemat waktu yang berharga dalam pengelolaan lingkungan cloud yang kompleks.
Lebih lanjut, Morgan menjelaskan bahwa keamanan adalah faktor kunci lainnya yang menjadikan automasi infrastruktur sangat penting. Dengan otomatisasi, organisasi dapat menerapkan kebijakan keamanan secara konsisten di seluruh infrastruktur mereka. Ini membantu mencegah konfigurasi yang rentan dan memastikan kepatuhan terhadap standar keamanan yang diperlukan. Dalam dunia yang penuh dengan ancaman keamanan, automasi membantu menjaga lingkungan cloud tetap aman.
Selain itu, automasi juga membantu meningkatkan resiliensi infrastruktur. Dengan kemampuan mendeteksi dan merespons insiden keamanan atau kegagalan infrastruktur dengan cepat, organisasi dapat menjaga ketersediaan layanan mereka. Dalam hal ini, automasi membantu menghadapi tantangan-tantangan yang timbul di lingkungan cloud yang dinamis.
Morgan dengan tegas menggarisbawahi betapa esensialnya langkah penerapan otomatisasi infrastruktur dalam lingkungan organisasi saat ini. Dalam pandangannya, otomatisasi tidak hanya berperan dalam meningkatkan produktivitas, tetapi juga berpotensi mengurangi risiko dan mengoptimalkan pengeluaran.
Pertama-tama, otomatisasi membawa dampak positif terhadap produktivitas organisasi. Dengan menghilangkan berbagai alur kerja manual yang sebelumnya memakan waktu berharga terkait infrastruktur cloud, organisasi dapat merasakan penghematan waktu yang signifikan. Itu berarti ada lebih sedikit waktu yang terbuang untuk tugas-tugas seperti penciptaan, pengelolaan, dan penyediaan infrastruktur cloud. Sebagai hasilnya, tim TI dan staf terkait dapat fokus pada tugas-tugas yang lebih strategis dan bernilai tambah.
Selanjutnya, otomatisasi juga berkontribusi pada peningkatan tingkat keamanan. Ini terwujud melalui pemeliharaan konsistensi operasional yang ketat dan penegakan kepatuhan terhadap kebijakan keamanan yang telah ditetapkan. Dalam konteks ini, otomatisasi membantu mengurangi risiko insiden keamanan yang mungkin timbul akibat kesalahan manusia atau pelanggaran kebijakan. Dengan otomatisasi, langkah-langkah keamanan dapat dijalankan dengan konsisten dan efisien, memberikan ketenangan pikiran kepada organisasi.
Namun, salah satu manfaat paling mencolok dari otomatisasi adalah aspek ekonomisnya. Dengan memungkinkan organisasi untuk mengidentifikasi dan mengurangi penggunaan sumber daya cloud yang tidak diperlukan atau berlebihan, otomatisasi dapat menghasilkan penghematan biaya yang substansial.
Bahkan, Morgan mengungkapkan bahwa organisasi dapat menghemat hingga 40% dari biaya infrastruktur cloud mereka. Ini adalah potensi penghematan yang signifikan, yang berarti anggaran yang tersedia dapat dialokasikan dengan lebih efisien untuk kebutuhan lain yang mendesak. Sebagai akibatnya, organisasi dapat mencapai manfaat ekonomis yang nyata melalui investasi dalam otomatisasi infrastruktur.
Dengan demikian, dalam pandangan Morgan, otomatisasi infrastruktur adalah langkah strategis yang tidak hanya memberikan keuntungan operasional, tetapi juga memitigasi risiko serta memastikan penggunaan anggaran yang cerdas dan efisien. Itu adalah langkah yang membawa dampak positif dalam berbagai aspek operasional dan keuangan organisasi.
Knowledge Insight



Pandemi telah menjadi pukulan telak bagi banyak individu, dan telah menyadarkan betapa pentingnya memiliki keamanan finansial di tengah ketidakpastian. Perubahan mendadak dalam gaya hidup dan cara kerja selama pandemi membuat banyak orang merasa tidak siap menghadapinya. Akses ke berbagai kebutuhan dasar seperti makanan, perawatan kesehatan, dan pendidikan tiba-tiba menjadi lebih sulit.
Penting untuk memiliki simpanan finansial yang memadai untuk menghadapi situasi darurat seperti yang disebabkan oleh pandemi. Keamanan finansial ini dapat memberikan ketenangan pikiran dan membantu individu dan keluarga mengatasi tantangan ekonomi yang mungkin muncul. Itu sebabnya keberadaan CPF, atau Central Provident Fund, sangat penting dalam memberikan pelayanan keuangan kepada masyarakat.
CPF adalah salah satu cara untuk membantu individu dan keluarga merencanakan keuangan mereka dengan lebih baik. Ini dapat mencakup investasi jangka panjang, tabungan pensiun, dan perlindungan kesehatan. Dengan memiliki simpanan finansial yang dikelola dengan baik, individu dapat merasa lebih siap menghadapi masa-masa sulit seperti pandemi.
Mary Wee, Director, Cloud Services and Support di CPF Board, mengatakan betapa pentingnya menjaga data klien dengan baik, terutama dalam konteks perusahaan sosial. Dalam era di mana data memiliki peran kunci dalam menginformasikan keputusan dan memberikan layanan yang lebih baik kepada klien, menjaga keamanan dan integritas data merupakan prioritas utama.
CPF seringkali memiliki akses ke informasi pribadi dan sensitif dari klien mereka, termasuk informasi keuangan, medis, atau pribadi lainnya. Oleh karena itu, mereka memiliki tanggung jawab besar untuk melindungi data ini dari ancaman siber dan potensi penyalahgunaan. Kehilangan data atau pelanggaran keamanan dapat berdampak serius tidak hanya pada kepercayaan klien, tetapi juga pada operasi organisasi.
“Menjaga keamanan siber untuk infrastruktur cloud adalah prioritas kami. Dengan menjaga keamanan cloud, kepuasan pelanggan karena pelayanan yang baik akan semakin meningkat,” ujar Mary.
Dalam era di mana layanan dan operasi semakin terkait dengan teknologi cloud, keamanan tidak bisa diabaikan. Ketika pelanggan mempercayakan data dan informasi penting mereka kepada suatu organisasi, mereka mengharapkan bahwa data tersebut akan dikelola dan disimpan dengan sangat aman. Ini bukan hanya masalah praktis, tetapi juga masalah kepercayaan.
Mary Wee memahami bahwa ketika pelanggan merasa yakin data mereka aman dalam infrastruktur cloud CPF Board, mereka akan merasa puas dengan layanan yang diberikan. Keamanan yang kuat adalah dasar dari kepercayaan pelanggan, dan hal ini tercermin dalam kualitas pelayanan yang diberikan.
Oleh karena itu, CPF Board tidak hanya berfokus pada aspek teknis keamanan siber, tetapi juga pada memastikan bahwa pelanggan merasa aman dan yakin dengan keamanan data mereka. Hal ini tidak hanya menciptakan kepuasan pelanggan, tetapi juga membangun reputasi CPF Board sebagai organisasi yang bertanggung jawab dan dapat dipercaya dalam pengelolaan data klien.
Mary Wee telah menegaskan bahwa CPF Board berkomitmen untuk menjaga data klien mereka dengan sangat baik. Mereka telah mengambil langkah-langkah penting dalam mengimplementasikan protokol keamanan yang ketat, termasuk penggunaan teknologi keamanan terkini dan pelatihan karyawan dalam mengenali ancaman siber. Selain itu, mereka juga memiliki kebijakan ketat dalam hal pengelolaan dan penyimpanan data yang mematuhi peraturan privasi yang berlaku.
“Di era multi-cloud, terjadi pergeseran signifikan dalam lokus kontrol. Alih-alih mengandalkan kontrol fisik, sekarang penekanannya beralih ke identitas yang terpercaya. Ini berarti setiap entitas harus melalui proses otentikasi dan otorisasi untuk mendapatkan akses ke sistem atau sumber daya.
Dengan mengadopsi kerangka kerja berbasis identitas ini, organisasi dapat secara efektif menavigasi kompleksitas pengamanan lingkungan multi-cloud yang dinamis sambil memastikan tingkat keamanan yang lebih tinggi,” tutup Mary
Salam Penutup



Binny Peh, Head of Partners & Alliances untuk Singapore Public Sector, Amazon Web Services (AWS), mengungkapkan apresiasinya atas kehadiran peserta yang berwawasan dan berpandangan tajam dalam acara ini saat mereka bersatu untuk menjelajahi kekuatan transformasional teknologi dalam sektor publik.
“Diskusi dan interaksi yang telah kita lakukan telah mengonfirmasi peran sentral teknologi dalam membentuk masa depan masyarakat kita, dan yang lebih penting, dalam meningkatkan kehidupan warga negara kita,” katanya.
Binny mengonfirmasi bahwa Amazon Web Services sangat berkomitmen untuk mendorong inovasi dan memungkinkan transformasi digital bagi pemerintah dan organisasi di seluruh dunia. “Misi kami adalah memberdayakan Anda untuk memanfaatkan cloud untuk membangun layanan yang lebih lincah, efisien, dan berorientasi pada warga. Tapi, ini bukan hanya tentang teknologi; ini tentang kemitraan dan aliansi yang kita bentuk, semangat kolaboratif yang kita pelihara, dan visi yang kita kejar bersama.”
Dia percaya bahwa kesuksesan yang telah mereka capai di sektor publik adalah hasil dari kerja sama antara lembaga pemerintah, mitra industri, dan penyedia teknologi seperti AWS, “Wawasan Anda, komitmen Anda terhadap keunggulan, dan upaya tanpa lelah Anda untuk mendorong batas-batas apa yang memungkinkan telah membuat perjalanan transformasi ini begitu menarik dan berdampak.”
Binny mendorong peserta untuk terus melakukan inovasi, membangun kemitraan yang kuat, dan merangkul peluang yang ada. Dia menekankan pentingnya untuk mendorong batas-batas dan memanfaatkan teknologi untuk mengatasi tantangan paling kritis dalam masyarakat, dengan tujuan akhirnya bekerja menuju masa depan yang lebih cerah dan lebih terhubung untuk semua orang.
“Terima kasih sekali lagi atas partisipasi Anda, semangat Anda, dan dedikasi Anda terhadap misi OpenGov Asia. Bersama-sama, kita dapat mencapai hal-hal besar, dan saya menantikan kerjasama berkelanjutan kita dalam membentuk hari esok yang lebih baik,” Binny mengakhiri dengan tegas.



Li Wen Chi, Group Chief Technology Officer at Cloud Kinetics, Dia menyatakan apresiasinya kepada OpenGov Asia dan semua peserta atas kontribusinya dalam kesuksesan acara tersebut, menyoroti peran OpenGov Asia sebagai fasilitator pertukaran pengetahuan, inovasi, dan kolaborasi.
“OpenGov Asia secara konsisten telah menciptakan platform efektif untuk berbagi ide, merangsang diskusi, membangun hubungan, dan mendorong perubahan,” katanya. “Dan tahun ini tidak terkecuali!”
Sesuai dengan biasanya, Wen Chi memastikan bahwa acara tersebut menampilkan presentasi yang penuh wawasan, interaksi yang merangsang pemikiran, dan peluang jaringan berharga, memamerkan evolusi dinamis transformasi digital di Asia dan dukungan antusiasme terhadap teknologi oleh pemerintah, bisnis, dan individu untuk memacu perubahan positif.
“Salah satu tema berulang dalam acara ini adalah peran penting teknologi dalam mengatasi tantangan-tantangan mendesak kita. Kami telah menyaksikan contoh-contoh inspiratif dari potensi teknologi untuk kebaikan bersama. Jelas bahwa kita tidak hanya membayangkan masa depan; kita sedang secara aktif membangunnya bersama,” tegas Wen Chi.
Cloud Kinetics yakin bahwa cloud mewakili lebih dari sekadar pergeseran teknologi; itu mencerminkan pergeseran mendasar dalam pendekatan kita terhadap bisnis dan masyarakat, dan mereka berkomitmen untuk memimpin transformasi ini, bertujuan untuk memberikan organisasi solusi cloud mutakhir untuk mengarungi kompleksitas era digital dengan efektif.
Wen Chi mendorong para peserta untuk mengambil pengetahuan, wawasan, dan koneksi yang diperoleh selama acara ini dan untuk lebih berkolaborasi, berbagi, belajar satu sama lain, dan bersama-sama berusaha untuk masa depan yang inklusif dan berkelanjutan yang didorong oleh teknologi demi kesejahteraan semua.
“Perlu diingat bahwa inovasi tidak mengenal batas, dan bersama-sama, kita dapat mengatasi setiap tantangan yang datang,” tutup Wen Chi, “Jalan ke depan mungkin tidak pasti, tetapi dengan semangat kolaborasi dan inovasi, kita dapat menavigasinya dengan sukses.”
Dalam penutupan tersebut, Mohit menyampaikan rasa terima kasih yang tulus kepada semua pembicara terhormat, peserta, dan mitra yang memeriahkan acara ini dengan kehadiran dan kebijaksanaan mereka. Keahlian mereka dan komitmen yang teguh terhadap inovasi tidak hanya menerangi diskusi tetapi juga merancang arah untuk masa depan.
“Bersama-sama, kita telah menjelajahi kemungkinan tanpa batas yang muncul ketika pemerintah, pemimpin industri, dan penyedia teknologi bergabung. Kita telah mendalami kekuatan transformatif komputasi awan,” Mohit mengapresiasi.
Hal ini penting, tambahnya, untuk mengakui potensi transformatif dari kecerdasan buatan (AI), keamanan siber, dan analitik data dalam ranah pelayanan publik. Teknologi-teknologi ini sangat penting dalam membentuk masa depan operasi pemerintah dan penyampaian layanan dalam beberapa cara.
Selain itu, Mohit tetap kuat yakin bahwa di era perubahan yang belum pernah terjadi sebelumnya ini, kolaborasi bukan hanya sekadar kata-kata yang digembar-gemborkan; itu adalah pondasi kesuksesan, “Melalui kemitraan, aliansi, dan pertukaran ide, kita dapat membuka potensi penuh teknologi dan secara efektif mengatasi tantangan yang rumit yang ada di depan.”
Dia mendorong peserta untuk terus bergerak dalam semangat kolaborasi, mendorong mereka untuk membentuk aliansi baru, merawat kemitraan yang ada, dan tetap terbuka terhadap peluang yang terus-menerus muncul dari teknologi.
“Marilah kita selalu mengingat bahwa misi kolektif kita adalah untuk meningkatkan kesejahteraan warga negara dan merangsang pertumbuhan yang komprehensif,” Mohit mengakhiri, “Kita harus selalu mempertimbangkan tujuan yang lebih luas dari usaha kita dan membuka jalan menuju masa depan yang lebih berkelanjutan dan inklusif untuk semua orang.”
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In the realm of genomics, the study of an individual’s genes and their interactions with the environment is a pivotal field. The sequencing and analysis of genomic data hold the promise of advancing disease diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. However, researchers often grapple with specific genomic questions, necessitating access to extensive and diverse datasets.
To address this challenge, a data-sharing system has been developed by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, known as sBeacon, which enables researchers worldwide to collaborate and exchange genomic information efficiently. This technological innovation is transforming the accessibility of genomic data, levelling the playing field for smaller and less economically advantaged countries and institutions.
At the heart of this transformation are beacon systems, a technology that securely transfers genomic data between global hospitals and research institutions. Each institution establishes its beacon, allowing researchers and clinicians to activate it for data requests or “queries.”
These queries are met with responses from a global network of participating institutions, each illuminating its beacon to share specific data facets. The system’s power grows with each additional beacon activated, with only 54 organisations adopting this technology as of March 2023.
However, envision a scenario where a faster, more cost-effective, and accessible system emerges. This vision is being turned into reality by a team of dedicated researchers aiming to remove barriers in genomic data sharing. Dr. Denis Bauer leads the team that leads the Transformational Bioinformatics group, driven by a passion for eliminating these barriers. Her vision is for every small hospital, health agency, and research facility to have the capability to activate their beacon.
Their collaborative effort with a national collaborative research partnership that is piloting a whole-of-system approach to integrating genomics into healthcare that is based on federation principles and Genomics England, a British company set up and owned by the United Kingdom Department of Health and Social Care to run the 100,000 Genomes Project, has yielded Serverless Beacon, or ‘sBeacon.’ Unlike other beacon systems, sBeacon is cloud-native, eliminating the need for a central database and ensuring data ownership remains with the institution, safeguarding patient information.
The technology introduces another groundbreaking feature—it charges institutions only when their beacon is queried, making it 1800 times faster and around 10 times more cost-effective than existing implementations. sBeacon significantly reduces entry barriers for smaller or economically disadvantaged organisations, facilitating their participation in the beacon network.
The goal is to make genomic data sharing more accessible and representative of diverse populations. Historically, less genomic data has been available from non-Caucasian groups, and sBeacon seeks to change this by welcoming more institutions into the beacon network.
Clinicians and researchers should have access to data that mirrors the population’s diversity, enabling more effective treatment of patients with complex diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular conditions. sBeacon offers real-time data analysis capabilities, potentially revolutionising the approach to these challenging medical conditions.
OpenGov Asia earlier reported that CSIRO is developing a DNA reference library which is set to transform how Australia monitors biodiversity along with the library’s first campaign which is supported by a founding partner.
The National Biodiversity DNA Library (NBDL) aims to create a complete collection of DNA reference sequences for all known Australian animal and plant species. Just like COVID-19 wastewater testing, it will enable DNA detected in the environment to be assigned to the species to which it belongs.
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Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi highlighted the digital dimension in the country’s counter-terrorism strategies during her recent address at the Ministerial Plenary Meeting of the Global Counter-Terrorism Forum (GCTF) in New York.
Minister Retno emphasised the significance of comprehensive rehabilitation and reintegration (R&R) efforts within Indonesia. Notably, these efforts extend beyond former terrorist inmates, encompassing strengthening communities and the environments that receive them. The focus on digital aspects of R&R is evident in Indonesia’s approach.
Indonesia has adopted a multifaceted strategy to counter extremism, as outlined in its National Action Plan for Prevention and Countering Extremism. This strategy underscores the “whole-of-government” and “whole-of-society” approaches, highlighting the collaborative roles of the government and civil society. Combining hard and soft approaches, Indonesia actively engages communities and fosters international cooperation in its counter-terrorism efforts.
The digital dimension is also prominent in Indonesia’s second pillar of counter-terrorism strategy, which aims to harness technological advancements while ensuring they are not misused for extremist purposes. The rapid evolution of technology has created opportunities for disseminating extremist ideas, demanding constant vigilance. In response, Indonesia introduced the “Pusat Pengetahuan Indonesia (I-KHub),” or the Indonesian Knowledge Hub.
I-KHub is not merely a digital repository of information but a dynamic platform that actively contributes to Indonesia’s counter-terrorism endeavours. Integrating data systems and facilitating evidence-based decision-making empowers policymakers, law enforcement agencies, and community leaders with actionable insights.
One of the critical features of I-KHub is its ability to analyse trends and patterns in extremist activities. Leveraging advanced data analytics, it can identify emerging threats and hotspots, allowing for proactive measures to be taken. This early warning system is instrumental in preventing extremist ideologies from taking hold in vulnerable communities.
Moreover, I-KHub is a collaborative space where experts, researchers, and stakeholders from various sectors can share knowledge and best practices. This collective intelligence enriches the understanding of extremist narratives and recruitment tactics and facilitates the development of effective counter-narratives.
The platform’s outreach extends to educational institutions, where it supports curriculum development aimed at countering extremism. I-KHub is vital in promoting digital literacy and critical thinking among students by providing educators with relevant resources and insights. This proactive approach helps inoculate young minds against the allure of extremist ideologies.
In the digital realm, I-KHub monitors online spaces where extremist content proliferates. It can promptly identify and report such content through advanced algorithms and data analysis. This collaborative effort with tech companies and social media platforms contributes to removing extremist material from the internet, disrupting the digital recruitment efforts of extremist groups.
The third aspect of Indonesia’s counter-terrorism strategy focuses on creating a secure environment to counter extremism. This includes digital-driven educational programmes targeting women and children. Minister Retno highlighted that extremist ideologies thrive in environments rife with hatred, emphasising the role of digital tools in promoting understanding, tolerance, and peace.
In her closing, Minister Retno expressed that GCTF member countries would firmly commit to ensuring the inclusive implementation of the R&R strategy. The Global Counter-Terrorism Forum is a vital international platform for global cooperation and information exchange on counter-terrorism and violence-based extremism.
Indonesia underscores the country’s commitment to harnessing technology for a safer and more peaceful society. Indonesia’s multifaceted counter-terrorism approach, particularly its emphasis on digital knowledge sharing through I-KHub, reflects its dedication to addressing the global challenge of extremism with modern tools and strategies.
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A representative of the country’s think tank, the National Institute of Transforming India (NITI Aayog), Ramesh Chand, formally introduced the Unified Portal for Agricultural Statistics (UPAg Portal). This marks a significant step in tackling the complex governance issues in India’s agricultural sector. It is designed to optimise and elevate data management within the agricultural sphere. It will contribute to a more efficient and responsive agricultural policy framework.
The portal standardises data related to prices, production, area, yield, and trade, consolidating it in a single location. This eliminates the necessity to compile data from multiple sources. The portal can also conduct advanced analytics, providing insights into production trends, trade correlations, and consumption patterns.
Furthermore, the portal will produce granular production estimates with increased frequency, improving the government’s capacity to respond swiftly to agricultural crises. Commodity profile reports will be generated using algorithms, reducing subjectivity and providing users with comprehensive insights. Users also have the flexibility to use the portal’s data for crafting their own reports, fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making.
The portal was developed by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare (DA&FW). During his speech, Chand hailed the platform as an investment and a monumental leap forward in the field of agricultural data management. He encouraged the audience to embrace a shift in mindset within agriculture, aimed at bringing about transformative changes. Research suggests that US$ 1 invested in data generated a US$ 32 impact, he said.
The portal empowers stakeholders with real-time, reliable, and standardised information, laying the foundation for more effective agricultural policies. He also asserted that when data is more objective, the room for subjective judgment in policy-making diminishes, resulting in more stable, transparent, and well-informed decisions. He advised that the portal should prioritise data credibility to maximise its effectiveness.
Secretary of the DA&FW, Manoj Ahuja, underscored the various ongoing initiatives by the department, such as the Krishi Decision Support System, the farmer registry, and crop surveys. He articulated that the UPAg Portal is envisioned as a public good, aiming to provide users with reduced search costs, minimised obstacles, and access to trustworthy, detailed, and impartial data. According to a press release, the UPAg portal tackles the following challenges:
Lack of Standardised Data: At present, agricultural data is scattered across multiple sources, often presented in diverse formats and units. The UPAg Portal’s objective is to centralise this data into a standardised format, making it easily accessible and understandable for users.
Lack of Verified Data: Reliable data is crucial for accurate policy decisions. UPAg Portal ensures that data from sources like Agmarknet is vetted and updated regularly, ensuring policymakers receive accurate information on agricultural prices.
Fragmented Data Sources: To construct a comprehensive understanding of any crop, it is necessary to consider multiple variables such as production, trade, and prices. The portal consolidates data from various sources, enabling a holistic assessment of agricultural commodities.
Inconsistent Frequency Variables: Data updates at different times, causing delays and inefficiencies. The portal offers real-time connectivity with data sources, reducing the time and effort required for monitoring and analysis.
The UPAg Portal is expected to play a pivotal role within the Digital Public Infrastructure for Agriculture, focusing on harnessing the diversity of the agriculture sector and leveraging data as a catalyst for growth.
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In an exclusive interview with OpenGov Asia, John Mackenney, Practise Director of Digital Strategy for APAC, Adobe shares insights from his deep experience into the changing landscape of public sector services and citizens’ satisfaction.
An expert in government initiatives and digital transformation, John delved into the shifts observed since the COVID-19 pandemic and explored the evolving government frameworks in Southeast Asia. He highlighted the recalibration of priorities and the emphasis on efficiency in the public sector, underscoring the need for a deeper understanding of the economic impact of digitalisation.
John draws attention to the initial surge of government investments and rapid deployments witnessed during the peak of the pandemic. However, as the immediate crisis began to subside, governments globally began to reassess their strategies and budgets. This shift led to a recalibration of projects and a re-evaluation of the value proposition of digital initiatives in the public sector.
In reviewing the journey thus far, there is a clear inward focus that has emerged in the post-COVID era. Governments are now actively seeking ways to optimise operations within the public sector. While the return to physical offices may not be universal, flexible working arrangements have gained prominence. This flexibility aligns with the broader objective of improving efficiency within government bodies.
The observable trend of transformation programmes in the public sector is the slowing down from their initial pace. This deceleration can be attributed to various factors, including budget constraints and the need for a more comprehensive understanding of the value that digitalisation can bring.
One of the critical points is the evolving value proposition of digital government frameworks. While the initial messaging focused on time savings for citizens and efficient processes, there is a growing need to delve deeper into the economic impact of these initiatives.
“The absence of a comprehensive understanding of the economic drivers and benefits of digitisation can hinder investment and hinder potential progress,” John says.
To illustrate this, he uses the example of inclusion and reaching marginalised populations. While governments acknowledge the importance of inclusion, they may not fully comprehend the significance of quantifying the economic cost of exclusion. By calculating the economic implications of not including certain segments of society, governments can better comprehend the potential gains from digitalisation efforts.
“The move towards digitalisation in government services is not just about convenience; it’s about recognising and mitigating the hidden economic costs of inefficiency,” John reiterates.
He contrasted the situations in Australia and New Zealand, where lifestyle changes had motivated shifts in government approaches, with those in Southeast Asia where a return to pre-pandemic norms has prompted renewed waiting lines and bottlenecks.
He stresses the importance of data in driving change and underscores the necessity of accurate numbers to justify the allocation of resources towards digital initiatives, “In addition to the essential elements of government digitalisation, there’s a crucial aspect that cannot be overlooked – measurability.”
Without a comprehensive understanding of the benefits of digitalisation, governments risk reverting to older, less efficient models of operation. By measuring and quantifying the economic gains and losses associated with digital initiatives, governments can make informed decisions and continue progressing toward efficient and inclusive public services.
When considering the significant economic consequences of ineffective public services for citizens and the overall economy, it becomes evident that the seemingly minor tasks of waiting on hold and queuing up for government services have concealed costs that go beyond mere inconvenience.
Experts often underestimate the impact of traditional service channels like call centres and in-person visits on citizens’ time and productivity. John reinforces this viewpoint by presenting a scenario where a seemingly quick task could spiral into hours wasted. Waiting on hold, followed by explaining the issue to a community service agent and potentially dealing with more tasks afterwards, compounds the inefficiency.
In such instances, it’s crucial to assess the real economic toll of ineffective service delivery. While the immediate time spent waiting and completing tasks is significant, John highlights that the broader consequences are even more significant.
For example, someone who must physically visit a government office not only invests time in the task itself but also bears indirect expenses tied to commuting, waiting in lines, and potentially taking time off from work.
The economic impact extends beyond individual encounters, particularly in areas with traffic congestion or remote locations. In such cases, the effects are magnified, with some individuals experiencing a two or threefold increase in time-related costs. Consequently, this leads to delayed access to crucial services, impeding economic efficiency, and restraining individuals from fully contributing to society.
John notes a distressing reality: the most impacted by these inefficiencies are the vulnerable members of society – the very individuals government initiatives are meant to assist. This irony showcases the urgency of addressing this issue. The repercussions include diminished motivation, delayed access to healthcare, and reduced economic productivity for those who need support the most.
Shifting the focus to the government’s role, it becomes crucial to grasp the significant obstacles people encounter when transitioning to digital service delivery. John emphasises that the lack of comprehension and quantification of the economic toll acts as a barrier to meaningful progress. Without gauging the full scope of impacts, governments inadvertently invest resources in tackling the wrong challenges or inefficiently distributing funds.
Governments must comprehend the entirety of the cost-to-serve framework. This involves measuring the economic losses stemming from inefficient services and recognising that these losses are often disproportionately higher for marginalised groups. Equipped with this insight, governments can tailor their digital initiatives to effectively address the most pressing concerns, ultimately alleviating the burden on citizens and the economy.
Navigating the intricate landscape of digital government initiatives, John lays out fundamental criteria that delineate the success of such endeavours. These criteria shed light on the factors contributing to the formidable challenge of enhancing citizens’ satisfaction through streamlined digital services.
According to John, the bedrock of successful digital government initiatives is a citizen-centric approach. This entails crafting services around the specific tasks citizens aim to complete, rather than aligning with the government’s internal procedures. This approach prioritises user needs, enhancing the overall service experience.
Notably, he underscores the significance of mobile responsiveness. In today’s digital era, where mobile access is pervasive, services must seamlessly operate on mobile devices. This adaptability ensures accessibility to a broader audience.
Moreover, the swiftness and efficiency of platforms are paramount. Regardless of geographical location or network capabilities, services should deliver optimal speed and performance, enabling users to engage without hindrance.
Recognising the multicultural fabric of societies, John underscores the pivotal role of accessibility and readability. This is particularly crucial in diverse environments, where information must be understandable to varied audiences. These attributes collectively contribute to the triumphant execution of digital government initiatives.
John offers insights into impactful digital government initiatives that have set new standards for enhancing citizen satisfaction:
- Enhanced My Gov Programme (Australia): This initiative transformed from a distributed ecosystem into a consolidated platform offering essential life event information. Citizens can access transactions, navigate government services, and manage tasks seamlessly from their mobile devices. The transition was driven by aggregation, citizen-centric design, and a mobile-first approach.
- Services NSW (New South Wales, Australia): The success of Services NSW stems from the integration of digital and offline experiences. The initiative not only provides digital tools but also promotes digital literacy among citizens. Personalisation plays a significant role, ensuring tailored services and information for different user groups, ultimately enhancing the user experience.
- Government of Canada: With 42 government departments consolidated into one platform, Canada’s initiative simplifies citizens’ access to a wide range of government information and services. This centralised approach aids citizens in navigating major life events, while the platform’s capabilities contribute to improved user experiences.
John believes, “Effective measurement encompasses several key factors. Firstly, it involves assessing the Net Promoter Score (NPS) and regularly soliciting feedback from users to gauge the effectiveness of digital content and services.”
However, going beyond feedback, governments should conduct comprehensive testing. This includes evaluating the website’s loading speed and ensuring optimal performance even in diverse network conditions. Also, it entails testing the findability of content through search engines, enhancing user accessibility.
John acknowledges the challenges governments face in transitioning to efficient digital services. He highlighted the persistence of siloed operations within government departments and the need for comprehensive alignment around citizen needs. Additionally, he pointed out the importance of retraining the public sector to equip them with the digital skills needed to effectively serve citizens in the digital age.
John also spoke about the complex realm of data security, privacy, and establishing trust in the context of digital government services, sharing the pivotal role that data security and privacy play in building trust and ensuring citizen satisfaction within government services.
“Trust is the cornerstone and hinges on governments delivering on their commitments. It’s about doing what you say you’re going to do,” John believes. “To cultivate trust, governments must adhere to their promises, thus reinforcing their credibility.”
Transparency, he emphasised, plays a crucial role in building trust. By providing citizens with a clear understanding of the data collected and how it’s used, governments can instil confidence in their digital initiatives.
Transparency, in turn, is intrinsically linked to control. Citizens should have a level of control over the data they share and how it’s utilised. This extends to advanced uses of artificial intelligence (AI), where governments may leverage data to provide personalised recommendations. By granting citizens the ability to influence their data usage, governments can build a framework that respects individual preferences and fosters trust.
Navigating trust, data security, and privacy becomes more intricate in areas like healthcare and unemployment management. John highlighted the necessity of safeguarding sensitive information related to health and employment status. Governments must ensure that citizens’ health data is secure and that unemployment information is handled with the utmost discretion.
John is convinced of the role of digital identity in building trust. A comprehensive digital identity framework not only provides secure access but also enables citizens to manage their preferences. The ability to personalise data usage adds an extra layer of trust by giving citizens a stake in their digital experiences.
Implementing digital transformation within government often encounters significant resistance to change, driven by various factors including concerns over data security and privacy, unfamiliarity with new processes, and a general reluctance to embrace change. John explored the challenges posed by resistance to change and the strategies that can effectively address them.
Resistance to change is a formidable challenge, stemming from inherent human aversion to change. He lays bare the multifaceted nature of the issue, including data privacy and security concerns that may hinder the implementation of personalised experiences. The balancing act between delivering personalised services and maintaining data security becomes a delicate process, often accompanied by fears of data breaches and compromised privacy.
John further highlighted the importance of considering dynamic consent and transparency. Citizens’ preferences and willingness to share data may fluctuate over time, necessitating an adaptable approach to data usage. Governments must ensure that citizens have the tools to modify their data-sharing preferences and remain informed about the evolving landscape of data privacy and usage.
Addressing resistance to change requires a comprehensive digital identity framework that facilitates secure access, personalised experiences, and granular control over data sharing. John underscored the significance of a connected ecosystem, where data from various government departments can be seamlessly integrated to support citizen journeys. Such an ecosystem not only aids in providing better services but also ensures compliance with evolving privacy and governance regulations.
When it comes to spearheading digital transformation to enhance citizen satisfaction, John offered actionable advice rooted in practicality. He recommended that government leaders focus on specific pain points and journeys that citizens encounter. Rather than attempting to overhaul the entire system in one go, tackling challenges one at a time is a more manageable and effective approach.
Technology, such as Adobe’s solutions, plays a pivotal role in simplifying the transformation process. By addressing the technology challenges for one journey or life event, governments can subsequently apply the same solutions to multiple scenarios. The efficiency gained from this approach eliminates the need to recreate systems repeatedly and enables a scalable transformation process across multiple use cases.
The emergence of Generative AI and the rise of conversational AI models like ChatGPT have the potential to reshape how citizens interact with government content and services. While there are significant benefits to leveraging these technologies, there are also challenges that need to be addressed, particularly in the context of a distributed content ecosystem and language diversity. John shed light on these challenges and their implications in a conversation with OpenGov Asia.
Generative AI has the power to enhance citizen engagement and inclusion by providing personalised experiences and enabling natural language interactions. For example, citizens can ask questions using their own words and receive relevant information in return. This is particularly advantageous for reaching diverse groups of citizens, including those with lower literacy levels and varying language preferences.
However, the challenges arise from the decentralised nature of the content ecosystem. Government content is often distributed across various departments and agencies, resulting in fragmented and conflicting information. This poses a risk that users may receive incorrect or outdated information when interacting with AI models.
In the context of Southeast Asia, where multiple languages and dialects are prevalent, the challenges of language diversity are amplified. While English content might be well-optimised for search engines and AI models, content in local languages might not receive the same level of visibility due to lower SEO rankings. Additionally, content in local languages might not have been created with the same digital user experience in mind, leading to potential mismatches between user queries and available content.
Addressing these challenges requires collaboration among government agencies to create unified and authoritative content. Governments need to ensure that content is accurate, up-to-date, and accessible across multiple languages. This involves not only adapting existing content to be conversational but also creating content specifically designed for AI interactions.
Adobe’s role in this landscape is significant. With its technology solutions, Adobe can help governments manage and optimise their content for AI interactions. By creating content that is not only language-appropriate but also aligned with the needs of AI models, governments can enhance the accuracy and relevance of AI-generated responses.
Adobe’s capabilities in managing digital experiences, personalisation, and content optimisation can be leveraged to improve citizen engagement through AI-powered interactions.
Interestingly personalisation is a term that often stirs debate in government circles. However, when stripped down to its essence, it revolves around simplicity and efficiency.
Unlike other platforms, like media and entertainment, where the goal is to keep users engaged for longer periods, a successful government experience is one where citizens can swiftly access what they need and then move on with their lives.
“In essence, personalisation in government is about giving citizens back valuable time in their day, allowing them to focus on their families, jobs, and contributing to the economy,” John points out.
Looking ahead to the next two to three years, John shared his insights on the trends and innovations that are likely to have a substantial impact on citizens’ satisfaction and government service delivery:
- Integration of AI into Everyday Tools: The integration of AI and Generative AI capabilities into everyday tools and technologies will change the way people interact with information. This will go beyond specialised AI platforms and become a part of common tools like search engines and productivity suites. This shift will drive governments to rethink their communication strategies and adapt to new interfaces for delivering information and services.
- Transformation of Government Communication: The transformation in how people access and consume information will lead to a reevaluation of government communication strategies. As the way citizens interact with content evolves, governments will need to reconsider the sprawling landscape of government websites and find new ways to communicate effectively with citizens. This transformation could result in a more streamlined and targeted approach to content delivery.
- Personalised Government Services: The continued push towards personalised government service delivery will remain a prominent trend. AI technologies will enable governments to tailor information and services to individual citizens’ needs, improving user experiences and satisfaction. This trend will likely contribute to more efficient and effective government interactions.
- Increased Connectivity and Collaboration: The evolving digital landscape will drive governments to become more connected and collaborative. As citizens become accustomed to seamless interactions in their daily lives, governments will need to work across departments to offer integrated and holistic services. This may involve breaking down silos and creating a unified approach to serving citizens.
- Shift Toward Accessibility and Inclusion: The increased use of AI and conversational AI models presents an opportunity for governments to enhance accessibility and inclusion. By offering information and services in multiple languages and accommodating diverse user needs, governments can ensure that their services are available to all citizens.
- Ethical Considerations and Bias Mitigation: As AI becomes more integrated into government processes, addressing ethical considerations and mitigating bias will become crucial. Governments and technology providers will need to work together to ensure that AI-generated information is accurate, unbiased, and culturally sensitive, particularly in diverse regions like Asia.
In the short term, the world is likely to witness significant shifts in how citizens interact with government information and services. The integration of AI, particularly Generative AI, into everyday tools will redefine the user experience and prompt governments to reevaluate their communication strategies.
Personalised services, increased connectivity, and a focus on accessibility and inclusion will all contribute to a more efficient and citizen-centric government service delivery. However, as these technologies advance, ethical considerations and bias mitigation will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, fairness, and cultural sensitivity of AI-generated content and responses.
In the fast-evolving landscape of digital transformation and the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI), governments around the world are faced with a critical juncture. The integration of advanced technologies, particularly AI-driven solutions like Generative AI (Gen AI), presents opportunities to enhance citizen services and satisfaction, but also raises complex challenges that demand careful consideration.
As governments seek to leverage AI and Gen AI to meet the evolving needs of citizens, a pivotal moment is emerging. The potential benefits are significant: improved service delivery, personalised interactions, and streamlined processes that boost citizens’ satisfaction. However, a challenging paradox has emerged. The very tools designed to enhance citizen experiences are met with resistance and apprehension in some government circles.
One of the most pressing challenges governments face is the varying speeds of adoption. While Generative AI offers a promising avenue for better service delivery, some government entities have hesitated to fully embrace the technology. In certain cases, there are instances of outright bans or restrictions on its use. Paradoxically, within these same government bodies, public servants are engaging with Gen AI tools in their personal lives, underscoring the disconnect between policy and practice.
The diverse cultural and linguistic landscape in different regions poses another layer of complexity. Language nuances and cultural sensitivities must be taken into account when designing AI systems. Failure to do so can lead to inaccurate or inappropriate information dissemination. In a world where AI-generated responses become the norm, these cultural nuances become all the more critical, particularly in Asian regions with vast cultural diversity.
In the quest for digital innovation, governments must walk a fine line between embracing new technologies and ensuring that inclusivity is not compromised. Rushing to adopt complex platforms without considering the digital literacy of citizens can lead to the exclusion of certain age groups, notably those less tech-savvy or familiar with navigating digital interfaces.
While the term “digital literacy” is often used to emphasise upskilling citizens, it is essential to avoid creating overly complex systems and necessitate assistance from younger generations. Striving for inclusivity means ensuring that advancements benefit all citizens, regardless of age or digital proficiency.
The urgency to adapt and adopt Gen AI and other transformative technologies requires governments to reevaluate their strategies. A balance must be struck between fostering innovation and catering to the diverse needs of the population. Collaborative efforts between governments, technology providers like Adobe, and citizens are necessary to ensure that digital transformation is carried out with the citizen experience and satisfaction at its core.
In the Asian region, which boasts intricate cultural and linguistic diversity, a distinct challenge emerges in the era of Gen AI. Here, leapfrogging, not playing catch-up should be the strategy, John says. Rather than emulating strategies employed by technologically advanced nations, an opportunity exists to skip certain stages and tailor strategies to align with regional contexts.
This is particularly pertinent for nations with nascent digital infrastructure, enabling them to embrace advanced Gen AI capabilities more expeditiously.
As governments prioritise efficiency and optimisation in the public sector, understanding the economic impact of digitalisation is crucial. Accurate measurement of benefits ensures meaningful results from investments, driving positive change in citizens’ satisfaction and societal progress. Inefficient public services carry hidden costs that range from lost productivity to delayed access to vital services, underscoring the need for quantitative assessment.
Beyond a doubt, government initiatives play a vital role in enhancing citizen experiences through efficient digital services. However, addressing these challenges will enable governments to assist vulnerable populations while fostering productivity and efficiency.
A roadmap for success would encompass citizen-centricity, mobile responsiveness, accessibility, and the integration of digital and offline experiences. By studying these successful initiatives and addressing challenges head-on, governments can create a digital landscape that truly serves and satisfies their citizens.
Overcoming resistance to change is a critical step in realising successful digital transformation within government services. By acknowledging concerns, embracing dynamic consent, and leveraging technology to simplify the process, government leaders can navigate the path toward enhanced citizen satisfaction, personalised experiences, and an ecosystem that prioritises data security and privacy.
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Dalam wawancara eksklusif dengan OpenGov Asia, John Mackenney, seorang ahli dalam inisiatif pemerintah dan transformasi digital, memberikan pemahamannya terkait perubahan lanskap layanan sektor publik dan kepuasan masyarakat.
John menggambarkan perubahan yang telah diamati sejak pandemi COVID-19 dan mengeksplorasi kerangka kerja yang sedang berkembang di Asia Tenggara dalam konteks inisiatif pemerintah. Dia menyoroti pentingnya menyusun kembali prioritas dan menekankan efisiensi di sektor publik. Dia juga mencatat bahwa pemahaman yang lebih mendalam tentang dampak ekonomi dari digitalisasi semakin diperlukan.
John menyoroti lonjakan awal investasi pemerintah dan cepatnya implementasi yang terjadi selama puncak pandemi. Namun, seiring dengan berkurangnya krisis segera, pemerintah di seluruh dunia mulai mengevaluasi kembali strategi dan anggaran mereka. Perubahan ini menyebabkan penyesuaian proyek dan penilaian ulang proposisi nilai dari inisiatif digital di sektor publik.
“Pemerintah harus lebih memahami konsekuensi ekonomi dari eksklusi dan berinvestasi sesuai dengan pemahaman tersebut, karena ketiadaan pemahaman semacam itu dapat menghambat kemajuan,” jelas John.
Dalam meninjau perjalanan selama ini, terlihat bahwa fokus ke dalam yang jelas telah muncul pada era pasca-COVID-19. Pemerintah kini aktif mencari cara untuk mengoptimalkan operasi di sektor publik. Meskipun kembali ke kantor fisik mungkin tidak universal, pengaturan kerja fleksibel semakin mendapatkan perhatian. Fleksibilitas ini sejalan dengan tujuan yang lebih luas untuk meningkatkan efisiensi di dalam lembaga pemerintah.
Tren yang teramati dalam program transformasi di sektor publik adalah perlambatan dari kecepatan awal. Perlambatan ini dapat disebabkan oleh berbagai faktor, termasuk kendala anggaran dan kebutuhan untuk pemahaman yang lebih komprehensif tentang nilai yang dapat dibawa oleh digitalisasi.
Salah satu poin kritis adalah proposisi nilai yang berkembang dari kerangka kerja pemerintah digital. Sementara pesan awal berfokus pada penghematan waktu bagi masyarakat dan proses yang efisien, ada kebutuhan yang semakin mendesak untuk memahami lebih dalam dampak ekonomi dari inisiatif-inisiatif ini. Ketidakpahaman yang komprehensif tentang pendorong dan manfaat ekonomi dari digitalisasi dapat menghambat investasi dan menghambat kemajuan potensial.
Untuk mengilustrasikan ini, John menggunakan contoh inklusi dan mencapai populasi yang terpinggirkan. Sementara pemerintah mengakui pentingnya inklusi, dia menekankan pentingnya menguantifikasi biaya ekonomi dari eksklusi. Dengan menghitung implikasi ekonomi dari tidak menyertakan segmen masyarakat tertentu, pemerintah dapat lebih baik memahami potensi keuntungan dari upaya-upaya digitalisasi.
John menekankan pentingnya pengukuran dalam mendorong perubahan. Dia menyoroti kebutuhan akan pengukuran yang akurat untuk membenarkan alokasi sumber daya ke inisiatif-inisiatif digital. Dia membandingkan situasi di Australia dan Selandia Baru, di mana perubahan gaya hidup telah mendorong pergeseran dalam pendekatan pemerintah, dengan situasi di Asia Tenggara, di mana kembali ke norma pra-pandemi telah memicu peningkatan antrian dan kemacetan.
Tanpa pemahaman menyeluruh tentang manfaat digitalisasi, pemerintah berisiko kembali ke model operasi yang lebih lama dan kurang efisien. Dengan mengukur dan menguantifikasi keuntungan dan kerugian ekonomi yang terkait dengan inisiatif digital, pemerintah dapat membuat keputusan yang berdasar dan terus maju menuju layanan publik yang efisien dan inklusif.
“Perjalanan menuju digitalisasi dalam layanan pemerintah tidak hanya berfokus pada kenyamanan. Namun, hal ini juga melibatkan pengakuan dan pengurangan biaya tersembunyi yang timbul dari ketidakefisienan,” ujar John.
Ketika mempertimbangkan dampak ekonomi yang signifikan dari layanan publik yang tidak efektif bagi masyarakat dan ekonomi secara keseluruhan, menjadi jelas bahwa tugas-tugas yang mungkin tampak sepele seperti menunggu telepon di garis dan mengantri untuk layanan pemerintah memiliki biaya tersembunyi yang melampaui sekadar ketidaknyamanan.
Para ahli sering kali meremehkan dampak saluran layanan tradisional seperti pusat panggilan dan kunjungan langsung terhadap waktu dan produktivitas masyarakat. John memperkuat pandangan ini dengan menghadirkan skenario di mana tugas yang tampaknya cepat bisa berubah menjadi waktu yang terbuang sia-sia. Menunggu di telepon, diikuti dengan menjelaskan masalah kepada agen layanan masyarakat dan kemungkinan menangani lebih banyak persyaratan setelahnya, semakin memperburuk ketidaknyamanan.
Dalam kasus-kasus seperti itu, penting untuk menilai biaya ekonomi nyata dari pengiriman layanan yang tidak efektif. Sementara waktu yang langsung dihabiskan untuk menunggu dan menyelesaikan tugas sudah terhitung besar, John menekankan bahwa konsekuensi lebih luas bahkan lebih signifikan.
Sebagai contoh, seseorang yang harus mengunjungi kantor pemerintah tidak hanya menginvestasikan waktu dalam tugas itu sendiri, tetapi juga menghadapi biaya tidak langsung yang terkait dengan perjalanan, menunggu dalam antrian, dan kemungkinan mengambil cuti dari pekerjaan.
Dampak ekonomi meluas di luar pengalaman individu, terutama di wilayah-wilayah dengan kemacetan lalu lintas atau lokasi terpencil. Dalam situasi seperti ini, efeknya menjadi lebih luas dengan beberapa individu mengalami peningkatan biaya terkait waktu dua atau tiga kali lipat. Dengan demikian, hal ini mengakibatkan penundaan dalam mengakses layanan penting, menghambat efisiensi ekonomi, dan mencegah individu untuk berkontribusi sepenuhnya pada masyarakat.
John mencatat situasi yang mengkhawatirkan: yang paling terdampak oleh ketidaknyamanan ini adalah anggota rentan masyarakat – individu yang sebenarnya diharapkan mendapatkan manfaat dari inisiatif pemerintah. Ironi ini menekankan urgensi dalam penanganan masalah ini. Dampaknya termasuk motivasi yang berkurang, penundaan dalam mengakses perawatan kesehatan, dan penurunan produktivitas ekonomi bagi mereka yang paling membutuhkan dukungan. Mengalihkan fokus pada peran pemerintah menjadi sangat penting untuk memahami hambatan signifikan yang dihadapi orang saat beralih ke pengiriman layanan digital. John menekankan bahwa kurangnya pemahaman dan pengukuran beban ekonomi berperan sebagai penghalang kemajuan yang berarti. Tanpa mengukur seluruh dampak, pemerintah tanpa disadari menginvestasikan sumber daya dalam mengatasi tantangan yang salah atau mendistribusikan dana dengan tidak efisien.
Pemerintah harus memahami keseluruhan kerangka biaya-pelayanan. Ini melibatkan pengukuran kerugian ekonomi yang berasal dari layanan yang tidak efisien dan menyadari bahwa kerugian tersebut sering kali jauh lebih tinggi secara tidak proporsional bagi kelompok-kelompok yang terpinggirkan. Dengan wawasan ini, pemerintah dapat menyesuaikan inisiatif digital mereka untuk lebih efektif dalam mengatasi masalah-masalah paling mendesak, akhirnya meringankan beban bagi masyarakat dan ekonomi.
Menavigasi lanskap rumit inisiatif pemerintah digital, John menguraikan kriteria mendasar yang menggambarkan keberhasilan upaya semacam itu. Kriteria-kriteria ini memberikan wawasan tentang faktor-faktor yang berkontribusi pada tantangan besar dalam meningkatkan kepuasan masyarakat melalui layanan digital yang efisien.
Menurut John, dasar keberhasilan inisiatif pemerintah digital adalah pendekatan yang berorientasi pada masyarakat. Hal ini melibatkan pembuatan layanan berdasarkan tugas-tugas khusus yang ingin diselesaikan oleh masyarakat negara, daripada sejalan dengan prosedur internal pemerintah. Pendekatan ini memberi prioritas pada kebutuhan pengguna, meningkatkan pengalaman layanan secara keseluruhan.
Dengan tegas, John menekankan pentingnya responsibilitas mobile. Di era digital saat ini, di mana akses melalui ponsel merajalela, layanan harus beroperasi dengan lancar di perangkat mobile. Kecakapan ini memastikan aksesibilitas ke audiens yang lebih luas.
Selain itu, kecepatan dan efisiensi platform sangat penting. Terlepas dari lokasi geografis atau kemampuan jaringan, layanan harus memberikan kecepatan dan kinerja optimal, sehingga memungkinkan pengguna berinteraksi tanpa hambatan.
Mengakui keragaman masyarakat, John menekankan peran kunci aksesibilitas dan kemudahan membaca. Hal ini sangat penting dalam lingkungan yang beragam, di mana informasi harus dimengerti oleh berbagai audiens. Ini adalah atribut-atribut yang secara bersama-sama berkontribusi pada pelaksanaan yang berhasil dari inisiatif pemerintah digital.
Mackenney memberikan wawasan tentang inisiatif pemerintah digital yang berdampak dan telah menetapkan standar baru dalam meningkatkan kepuasan masyarakat:
Enhanced My Gov Programme (Australia): Inisiatif ini bertransformasi dari ekosistem terdistribusi menjadi platform terpadu yang menawarkan informasi peristiwa kehidupan penting. Masyarakat dapat mengakses transaksi, menjelajahi layanan pemerintah, dan mengelola tugas dengan lancar dari perangkat mobile mereka. Transisi ini didorong oleh agregasi, desain yang berorientasi pada masyarakat, dan pendekatan berbasis mobile.
Services NSW (New South Wales, Australia): Keberhasilan Services NSW berasal dari integrasi pengalaman online dan offline. Inisiatif ini tidak hanya menyediakan alat digital tetapi juga mempromosikan literasi digital di antara masyarakat. Personalisasi memainkan peran penting, memastikan layanan dan informasi yang disesuaikan untuk berbagai kelompok pengguna, akhirnya meningkatkan pengalaman pengguna.
Pemerintah Kanada: Dengan 42 departemen pemerintah yang digabungkan ke dalam satu platform, inisiatif Kanada menyederhanakan akses masyarakat ke berbagai informasi dan layanan pemerintah. Pendekatan terpusat ini membantu masyarakat dalam menjalani peristiwa penting dalam hidup mereka, sementara kemampuan platform tersebut berkontribusi pada peningkatan pengalaman pengguna.
“Selain elemen-elemen penting dalam digitalisasi pemerintah, ada aspek penting yang tidak boleh diabaikan – pengukuran,” tegas John. Pengukuran efektif melibatkan beberapa faktor kunci. Pertama, melibatkan penilaian terhadap Net Promoter Score (NPS) dan secara rutin meminta umpan balik dari pengguna untuk mengukur efektivitas konten dan layanan digital.
Namun, lebih dari sekadar umpan balik, pemerintah harus melakukan pengujian komprehensif. Ini termasuk mengevaluasi kecepatan muat situs web, memastikan kinerja optimal bahkan dalam kondisi jaringan yang beragam. Selain itu, ini melibatkan pengujian dalam menemukan konten melalui mesin pencari, meningkatkan aksesibilitas pengguna.
John mengakui tantangan yang akan dihadapi pemerintah dalam beralih ke layanan digital yang efisien. Dia menyoroti persistensi operasi terpisah di dalam departemen pemerintah dan perlunya keselarasan komprehensif seputar kebutuhan masyarakat. Selain itu, dia menekankan pentingnya melatih ulang sektor publik untuk memberi keterampilan digital yang diperlukan untuk melayani masyarakat dengan efektif di era digital.
John menjelaskan bahwa personalisasi adalah sebuah istilah yang sering memicu perdebatan di lingkaran pemerintahan. Namun, ketika dikupas hingga ke intinya, personalisasi berkisar pada kesederhanaan dan efisiensi. Berbeda dengan platform lain, seperti media dan hiburan, di mana tujuannya adalah menjaga pengguna terlibat dalam jangka waktu lebih lama, pengalaman pemerintah yang berhasil adalah ketika masyarakat dapat dengan cepat mengakses apa yang mereka butuhkan dan kemudian melanjutkan kehidupan mereka.
“Pada intinya, personalisasi dalam pemerintahan adalah tentang memberikan waktu berharga kepada masyarakat dalam keseharian mereka, sehingga memungkinkan mereka fokus pada keluarga, pekerjaan, dan kontribusi terhadap ekonomi,” jelas John.
Melihat ke depan dua hingga tiga tahun mendatang, John membagikan pandangannya tentang tren dan inovasi yang kemungkinan besar akan memiliki dampak signifikan pada kepuasan masyarakat dan penyelenggaraan layanan pemerintah, di antaranya adalah:
Integrasi Kecerdasan Buatan ke Dalam Alat Sehari-hari: Integrasi kecerdasan buatan (AI) dan kemampuan Generative AI ke dalam alat-alat dan teknologi sehari-hari akan mengubah cara orang berinteraksi dengan informasi. Hal ini akan melampaui platform AI khusus dan menjadi bagian dari alat-alat umum seperti mesin pencari dan paket produktivitas. Perubahan ini akan mendorong pemerintah untuk memikirkan ulang strategi komunikasi mereka dan beradaptasi dengan antarmuka baru untuk penyampaian informasi dan layanan.
Transformasi Komunikasi Pemerintah: Transformasi dalam cara orang mengakses dan mengonsumsi informasi akan mengarah pada pengevaluasian kembali strategi komunikasi pemerintah. Saat cara masyarakat berinteraksi dengan konten berkembang, pemerintah akan perlu mempertimbangkan kembali lanskap luas situs web pemerintah dan menemukan cara baru untuk berkomunikasi secara efektif dengan masyarakat. Transformasi ini bisa menghasilkan pendekatan penyampaian konten yang lebih efisien dan terarah.
Layanan Pemerintah yang Dipersonalisasi: Dorongan terus-menerus menuju penyelenggaraan layanan pemerintah yang dipersonalisasi akan tetap menjadi tren yang dominan. Teknologi AI akan memungkinkan pemerintah untuk menyesuaikan informasi dan layanan sesuai dengan kebutuhan individu masyarakat, meningkatkan pengalaman dan kepuasan pengguna. Tren ini kemungkinan akan berkontribusi pada interaksi pemerintah yang lebih efisien dan efektif.
Peningkatan Konektivitas dan Kolaborasi: Lanskap digital yang terus berkembang akan mendorong pemerintah untuk menjadi lebih terhubung dan berkolaborasi. Saat masyarakat menjadi terbiasa dengan interaksi yang lancar dalam kehidupan sehari-hari mereka, pemerintah perlu bekerja melintasi departemen untuk menawarkan layanan terintegrasi dan holistik. Hal ini mungkin melibatkan penghapusan sekat-sekat dan menciptakan pendekatan bersatu dalam melayani masyarakat.
Pergeseran Menuju Aksesibilitas dan Inklusi: Penggunaan yang semakin meningkat dari AI dan model AI percakapan memberikan peluang bagi pemerintah untuk meningkatkan aksesibilitas dan inklusi. Dengan menawarkan informasi dan layanan dalam berbagai bahasa dan menampung beragam kebutuhan pengguna, pemerintah dapat memastikan bahwa layanan mereka tersedia untuk semua masyarakat.
Pertimbangan Etika dan Mitigasi Bias: Saat AI semakin terintegrasi ke dalam proses pemerintah, penanganan pertimbangan etika dan mitigasi bias akan menjadi sangat penting. Pemerintah dan penyedia teknologi perlu bekerja sama untuk memastikan bahwa informasi yang dihasilkan oleh AI akurat, tidak bias, dan sensitif secara budaya, terutama di daerah yang beragam seperti Asia.
Dua hingga tiga tahun mendatang kemungkinan akan menyaksikan pergeseran signifikan dalam cara masyarakat berinteraksi dengan informasi dan layanan pemerintah. Integrasi AI, khususnya Generative AI, ke dalam alat-alat sehari-hari akan mendefinisikan ulang pengalaman pengguna dan mendorong pemerintah untuk mengevaluasi kembali strategi komunikasi mereka.
Layanan yang dipersonalisasi, konektivitas yang meningkat, dan fokus pada aksesibilitas dan inklusi akan berkontribusi pada penyelenggaraan layanan pemerintah yang lebih efisien dan berpusat pada masyarakat. Namun, seiring dengan kemajuan teknologi ini, pertimbangan etika dan mitigasi bias akan memainkan peran penting dalam memastikan akurasi, keadilan, dan sensitivitas budaya dari konten dan respons yang dihasilkan oleh AI.
Dalam lanskap yang cepat berubah dari transformasi digital dan munculnya kecerdasan buatan (AI), pemerintah di seluruh dunia berada di persimpangan penting. Integrasi teknologi canggih, terutama solusi yang didorong oleh AI seperti Generative AI (Gen AI), menawarkan peluang untuk meningkatkan layanan dan kepuasan masyarakat, tetapi juga menimbulkan tantangan kompleks yang membutuhkan pertimbangan yang matang.
Saat pemerintah berusaha memanfaatkan AI dan Gen AI untuk memenuhi kebutuhan yang terus berubah dari masyarakat, sebuah momen krusial sedang muncul. Manfaat potensialnya besar: peningkatan penyelenggaraan layanan, interaksi yang disesuaikan, dan proses yang lebih efisien yang meningkatkan kepuasan masyarakat. Namun, muncul paradoks yang menantang. Alat-alat yang dirancang untuk meningkatkan pengalaman masyarakat dihadapkan pada resistensi dan kekhawatiran di lingkaran pemerintahan tertentu.
Salah satu tantangan paling mendesak yang dihadapi pemerintah adalah kecepatan berbeda dalam adopsi teknologi. Sementara Gen AI menawarkan jalan yang menjanjikan untuk penyelenggaraan layanan yang lebih baik, beberapa entitas pemerintah ragu untuk sepenuhnya merangkul teknologi ini. Dalam kasus tertentu, ada larangan atau pembatasan penggunaannya. Ironisnya, dalam badan pemerintah yang sama ini, pejabat publik aktif menggunakan alat-alat Gen AI dalam kehidupan pribadi mereka, menggarisbawahi ketidaksesuaian antara kebijakan dan implementasi praktis.
Lanskap budaya dan linguistik yang beragam di berbagai wilayah menambah lapisan kompleksitas. Nuansa bahasa dan sensitivitas budaya harus diperhitungkan saat merancang sistem AI. Mengabaikan aspek ini dapat mengakibatkan penyebaran informasi yang tidak akurat atau tidak pantas. Di dunia di mana respons yang dihasilkan oleh AI menjadi norma, nuansa budaya menjadi semakin penting, terutama di wilayah Asia yang memiliki keragaman budaya yang luas.
Dalam upaya untuk berinovasi secara digital, pemerintah harus menjaga keseimbangan yang halus antara merangkul teknologi baru dan memastikan bahwa inklusivitas tidak dikorbankan. Terburu-buru mengadopsi platform yang kompleks tanpa mempertimbangkan literasi digital masyarakat dapat mengakibatkan pengecualian dari beberapa kelompok usia, terutama mereka yang kurang berpengetahuan dalam teknologi atau tidak terbiasa dengan antarmuka digital.
Meskipun istilah “literasi digital” sering digunakan untuk menekankan perluasan keterampilan masyarakat, penting untuk menghindari penciptaan sistem yang terlalu rumit dan memerlukan bantuan dari generasi yang lebih muda. Inklusivitas yang sejati berarti memastikan bahwa kemajuan bermanfaat bagi semua masyarakat, tanpa memandang usia atau kemahiran digital.
Kepentingan untuk beradaptasi dan mengadopsi Gen AI dan teknologi transformatif lainnya mengharuskan pemerintah untuk mengevaluasi kembali strategi mereka. Sebuah keseimbangan harus dicapai antara memajukan inovasi dan memenuhi kebutuhan yang beragam dari penduduk. Upaya kolaboratif antara pemerintah, penyedia teknologi seperti Adobe, dan masyarakat sangat diperlukan untuk memastikan bahwa transformasi digital dilakukan dengan pengalaman dan kepuasan masyarakat sebagai prinsip panduan.
Di wilayah Asia, dengan keragaman budaya dan linguistiknya yang unik, menghadapi tantangan yang berbeda dalam era Gen AI. Sementara beberapa pemerintah mungkin tergoda untuk meniru strategi yang digunakan oleh negara-negara maju secara teknologi, ada kesempatan untuk melompati langkah-langkah tertentu dan menyesuaikan strategi dengan konteks yang relevan bagi mereka. Hal ini sangat relevan bagi negara-negara dengan infrastruktur digital yang masih baru, sehingga memungkinkan mereka untuk mengadopsi kemampuan Gen AI yang canggih dengan lebih cepat.
John memberikan wawasan tentang dinamika yang berubah dalam inisiatif pemerintah dan transformasi digital setelah pandemi COVID-19. Saat pemerintah beralih fokus ke efisiensi dan optimalisasi dalam sektor publik, pentingnya memahami dampak ekonomi dari digitalisasi menjadi sangat mendesak. Melalui pengukuran dan kuantifikasi yang akurat terhadap manfaatnya, pemerintah dapat memastikan bahwa investasi mereka menghasilkan hasil yang berarti, mendorong perubahan positif dalam kepuasan masyarakat dan kemajuan sosial secara keseluruhan.
Ada implikasi ekonomi yang mendalam dari layanan publik yang tidak efisien. Di luar ketidaknyamanan langsung, biaya tersembunyi dapat berkembang menjadi kehilangan produktivitas, akses yang tertunda ke layanan penting, dan produksi ekonomi yang berkurang. Ada kebutuhan mendesak bagi pemerintah untuk mengukur dampak-dampak ini secara kuantitatif dan merancang inisiatif digital mereka dengan pemahaman yang komprehensif tentang konsekuensi ekonomi. Dengan mengatasi tantangan-tantangan ini dengan tegas, pemerintah dapat memenuhi misi mereka untuk membantu tantangan yang paling rentan sambil mendorong masyarakat yang lebih produktif dan efisien.
Tidak diragukan lagi, inisiatif pemerintah memainkan peran penting dalam meningkatkan pengalaman masyarakat melalui layanan digital yang efisien. Suatu panduan keberhasilan yaitu mencakup layanan yang berpusat pada masyarakat, responsif terhadap perangkat mobile, aksesibilitas, serta integrasi pengalaman online dan offline. Dengan mempelajari inisiatif-inisiatif yang berhasil ini dan mengatasi tantangan-tantangan dengan tegas, pemerintah dapat menciptakan lanskap digital yang benar-benar melayani dan memuaskan masyarakatnya.
Hubungan yang rumit antara keamanan data, privasi, kepercayaan, dan kepuasan masyarakat dalam layanan pemerintah patut diperhatikan. Transparansi, kontrol, dan identitas digital muncul sebagai pilar-pilar utama dalam membangun dan merawat kepercayaan. Dengan memastikan bahwa data dikelola dengan tanggung jawab dan masyarakat memiliki kendali atas penggunaannya, pemerintah tidak hanya dapat meningkatkan layanan mereka tetapi juga membina rasa keamanan dan keyakinan di antara masyarakat.
Mengatasi resistensi terhadap perubahan adalah langkah penting dalam mewujudkan transformasi digital yang berhasil dalam layanan pemerintah. Dengan mengakui kekhawatiran, mengadopsi persetujuan dinamis, dan memanfaatkan teknologi untuk menyederhanakan proses, pemimpin pemerintah dapat menavigasi jalan menuju peningkatan kepuasan masyarakat, pengalaman yang dipersonalisasi, dan ekosistem yang mengutamakan keamanan data dan privasi.
Saat pemerintah berjuang dengan implikasi Gen AI dan transformasi digital, suatu persimpangan penting telah tercapai. Potensi untuk meningkatkan layanan dan kepuasan tidak dapat disangkal, tetapi hanya jika pemerintah dengan bijaksana mengatasi tantangan-tantangan tersebut. Inklusivitas, sensitivitas budaya, dan upaya kolaboratif adalah kunci dalam membentuk masa depan di mana Gen AI meningkatkan interaksi antara pemerintah dan masyarakat, tanpa meninggalkan siapa pun.
Munculnya Generative AI dan model AI percakapan membawa peluang dan tantangan bagi layanan pemerintah. Sementara manfaat interaksi yang dipersonalisasi dan inklusif bagi masyarakat sangat besar, pemerintah perlu secara proaktif mengatasi tantangan yang dihadapi oleh ekosistem konten yang terfragmentasi, keragaman bahasa, dan potensi untuk penyebaran informasi yang salah.
Kerja sama, optimalisasi konten, dan memanfaatkan solusi teknologi seperti yang ditawarkan oleh Adobe dapat membantu mengatasi tantangan-tantangan ini dan memastikan bahwa interaksi yang didukung oleh AI memberikan informasi yang akurat, relevan, dan berharga kepada masyarakat dalam berbagai bahasa dan konteks.