The State Services Commission has already been funded to develop a strategy for e-government. The e-government unit has been up and running since July. Already it has identified a range of projects and set targets for rollout. These are highlighted in the strategy document. Building Capability Human and business capability are crucial areas for investment.
Lifelong education is the key to wealth creation and improved economic and social performance.
Building business skills in e-commerce and other technologies in small and medium businesses is an immediate priority. The private sector and tertiary education have vital roles to play alongside government in developing these skills. Government already makes a significant commitment to building business capability through a range of organisations, including Trade New Zealand, Industry New Zealand, and the BIZ programme. The thrust of the strategy is to ensure these organisations extend their programmes to include delivery of e-commerce focused training. The government is committed to ensuring a continued supply of skilled people.