Open government case studies

Accountability, transparency, better service, improved performance; we all know that these are what government agencies aspire to provide to the community. Did you know that both government and the community can benefit from the proactive release of information?

This year's RTI Day theme of Open government in action showcases what is achievable when you look beyond compliance. A collection of case studies have been identified within four broad areas connected with the theme:

Open Information expresses the overarching intent of open government; the community’s right to government information and how that translates into greater transparency, accountability and better decision making by government. Read case studies here

Open Data demonstrates the power and potential of proactively releasing datasets held by government. Read case studies here

Open Services outlines the opportunities available to the public sector to deliver services to the community in a more effective and efficient way, such as administrative access and online services. Read case studies here

Open Research discusses the advantages of making research publicly available and builds on the ‘Open Access’ movement. Read case studies here