In this session, representatives from telecommunications companies from around the globe add their insights to this track s collection of best security practices, commenting on strategies incorporating people, process and technology issues. Shahid Mahmud, CEO, InterActive Communications. Over the last few years, businesses have realized the advantages of embracing and implementing Internet commerce. Increasingly, government agencies have begun to explore the benefits of e-government, particular toward improving the quality of services and reducing internal costs. In many cases, governments are providing citizens access to tax returns and retirement savings records.
Citizens can apply for licenses or file tax returns on-line.
With the transfer and storage of this important financial and personal information comes a need for robust security. Many governments already have become leaders, including speakers in this session who will present case studies of best information security practices for e-government services.