Re: [GKD-DOTCOM] Local Governments Should Adopt a Business Model

2005-05-25 Thread Janice Brodman
In addition to helping local governments think in terms of delivering value (just as businesses must do), there are two other crucial elements that I think help deal with the concerns of Peter Burgess and Ed Cherlin. These elements have to do with using ICT to improve GOVERNANCE, not just

Re: [GKD-DOTCOM] Local Governments Should Adopt a Business Model

2005-05-25 Thread Udit Chaudhuri
Would it be possible to standardise on, (at least a minimal number if not one), a 'template,' given that all such bodies have at least: - one grant/capital source, - possibly a revenue stream - a time frame for fund utilisation, sourcing and collection - a structure or powers to distribute funds

Re: [GKD-DOTCOM] RFI: Survey Instrument for ICT Needs Analysis of LGs

2005-05-25 Thread Sylvie Siyam
On 5/23/05, Vesper Owei [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does anyone have or know of a survey instrument, (e.g., a questionnaire), that can be used to elicit information from the LGs on their ICT needs. I think that some needs analysis would help the development of the course topics and contents.