The following text has been adapted from the Committee on Applications and Technology Report Putting the Information Infrastructure to Work .
Information technology can create the government of the future, the electronic government.
Electronic government overcomes the barriers of time and distance to perform the business of government and give people public information and services when and where they want it. It can swiftly transfer funds, answer questions, collect and validate data and keep information flowing smoothly within and outside government. In a virtual agency, several interconnected intergovernmental entities will be able to provide information and services in a seamless manner. Job assessments and training via video technology at convenient locations, increased accessibility for individuals with disabilities, and flexible work place.