Challenges & Opportunities for Governments

Governments around the world increasingly look to information and communications technology (ICT) to stimulate economic development and help achieve their public policy goals. In an increasingly global economy, the use of technology can enable countries to develop businesses and industry capable of competing on an international scale. Microsoft aims to help governments achieve their goals through relevant, accessible and affordable ICT programs and solutions.

At the same time, ICT helps address many of the growing demands by populations for more efficient, transparent, and responsive government and public services. E visas, the renewal of license plates, or access to the latest government policy and debates are some of the services governments can offer online to streamline administrative procedures and better share information with citizens.

Through public-private partnerships with governments around the world, Microsoft is helping to bring to the solutions, knowledge and tools to help leaders and citizens be empowered to accomplish more and interact more effectively. At the core of Microsoft's partnerships is the creation of new avenues of social and economic opportunity, especially for underserved people, and bringing technology to people who previously have not had access to its benefits. Our efforts are focused on three main areas: transforming education, fostering local innovation, and enabling jobs & opportunities.

Learn more about the impact of ICT for economic and social development.