1. Preface

Government ICT Spend Light of Saudi Vision 2030

Digital transformation is one of the main enablers to achieve Saudi Vision 2030, as it is an integrated and practical strategy aimed at enabling and accelerating digital transformation efficiently and effectively. Several programs have been launched to support it, including the National Transformation Program, lists " Develop the digital economy", "Develop the e-Government", and " Grow SME contribution to the economy" among its strategic objectives. This transformative program was developed through several initiatives to support and enable government entities to provide all government services digitally, in an easily accessible manner, and to improve quality of life. It currently provides nearly 6,000 government services digitally, representing over 97% of the total digital government services, with an investment exceeding SAR 120 Bn over the past five years, which in turn contributed to achieving advanced positions in regional and international indicators. [6] – [8]

2. Overview

DGA collaborated with the Ministry of Finance, the National Center for Government Resources Systems, Monsha’at, and the Expenditure & Projects Efficiency Authority to receive government ICT spending data for study, analysis, and conclusion.

Inputs:

This report leverages government ICT spending data of the Ministry of Finance (fiscal years 2019-2023) as main inputs, in cooperation with the NCGR and EXPRO. Small and Medium Enterprise data provided by Monsha’at is further used.

Analysis:

The Digital Government Authority analyzed the government ICT spending data related to the digital government services. A number of conclusions were drawn.

Outcomes:

This report is DGA’s first report in providing insights into the Government ICT Spend related to the digital government services. DGA aims to publish a yearly report.

To view and download the report, click on the link below:

Government ICT Spending Report in Saudi Arabia 2023 AD