Published: 2024-08-01
Enterprise Architecture in E-Government: A Study of Integration Challenges and Strategic Opportunities
DOI: 10.35870/ijsecs.v4i2.2420
Musawer Hakimi, Hamayoon Ghafory, Abdul Wajid Fazil
Abstract
Incorporating Enterprise Architecture (EA) into e-government frameworks shows potential for improving digital governance but poses notable difficulties. This study examines the intricacies and potential benefits associated with the incorporation of Enterprise Architecture (EA) into e-government projects. This study aims to investigate the level of enterprise architecture (EA) integration into e-government initiatives between 2016 and 2024 and provide insights into the obstacles and strategic opportunities associated with this integration. This research seeks to offer significant insights for policymakers, practitioners, and scholars on e-government by synthesizing existing material. We employed a methodical strategy, using the PRISMA selection process to collect and qualitatively combine 30 publications carefully. These publications were selected from a diverse pool of peer-reviewed articles, conference papers, and reports to conduct a thorough analysis of the integration of enterprise architecture in e-government. The literature research identified substantial barriers that impede the effective adoption of EA in e-government, including resistance within organizations, difficulties in leadership, limitations in resources, and complexities in technology. On the other hand, the analysis revealed strategic possibilities such as enhanced compatibility, scalability, and citizen-centric services, emphasizing Enterprise Architecture's revolutionary power in reforming governance procedures. To conclude, this study highlights the significance of tackling integration obstacles and using strategic possibilities to achieve the potential of EA in e-government fully. Policymakers and practitioners can utilize the knowledge acquired from this research to develop well-informed strategies for effectively managing the challenges of integrating enterprise architecture (EA) and attaining positive outcomes in digital governance. Future research should prioritize evaluating the applicability of integration solutions in different e-government settings and investigating the lasting effects of EA-driven digital governance on the quality of services and satisfaction of citizens
Keywords
Enterprise Architecture ; E-Government ; Integration Challenges ; Strategic Opportunities
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This article has been peer-reviewed and published in the International Journal Software Engineering and Computer Science (IJSECS). The content is available under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
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Issue: Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024)
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Section: Articles
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Published: August 1, 2024
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License: CC BY 4.0
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Copyright: © 2024 Authors
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DOI: 10.35870/ijsecs.v4i2.2420
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Musawer Hakimi
Samangan University, Northeast Aybak City, Samangan Province, Afghanistan
Hamayoon Ghafory
Kabul Education University, Afshar-Silo City, Kabul Province, Afghanistan
Abdul Wajid Fazil
Badakhshan University, City Faizabad, Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan
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