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Muscat Daily
21-04-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Oman issues regulatory framework to drive digital transformation
Muscat – Oman has taken an important step towards modernising its public sector with the issuance of a new regulatory framework governing digital transformation across government entities. The framework, enacted under Ministerial Decision No 108/2025 by H E Eng Saeed bin Hamoud al Maawali, Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, outlines the structure and operational mechanisms of the Government Digital Transformation Programme, known as 'Tahawul'. Designed to streamline digital governance and clarify implementation procedures, the regulation sets out defined roles and responsibilities for all parties involved in executing digital initiatives. It applies to all administrative units of the state and other public legal entities, with the exception of military and security agencies, excluding the Royal Oman Police. According to the decision, the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT) will lead efforts to coordinate national digital transformation. Its responsibilities include setting the operational direction for the programme, identifying priority initiatives and services, issuing relevant policies and frameworks, and ensuring compliance by concerned entities. The ministry is also tasked with monitoring progress, offering support to entities implementing digital projects, and preparing guiding manuals to aid in execution. 'The regulation provides a unified model to strengthen collaboration between the ministry and other government bodies,' a statement from the ministry said. Government entities will be required to establish supervisory committees to oversee the implementation of digital initiatives, comply with the ministry's IT governance policies, and ensure their plans are regularly updated. They must also work towards fully digitising essential services and making them accessible through authorised digital platforms. The regulation encourages better integration between public bodies, promotes the use of shared digital resources, and supports community engagement in shaping digital services. It also emphasises inclusive access, mandating that digital platforms and applications must cater to all users, including persons with disabilities and the elderly. Additionally, the framework sets out mechanisms to improve the delivery of digital government services.
Observer
20-04-2025
- Business
- Observer
MoTCIT enacts framework for digital transformation
MUSCAT: Eng Said bin Hamoud al Maawali, Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MoTCIT), on Sunday issued Ministerial Decision No (108 /2025), enacting the Regulatory Framework for Government Digital Transformation. The framework aims to regulate governance and establish the organisational structure for the Government Digital Transformation Programme, 'Tahawul', while also defining the controls for implementation across the government sector. It sets out clear roles and responsibilities for all stakeholders involved in executing digital projects and initiatives. The regulation provides a structured framework to strengthen digital governance and coordinate digital transformation efforts across government entities by clearly defining the roles, authorities and responsibilities of all concerned parties. It also promotes closer integration between the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology and other government entities, enabling them to implement digital projects within a unified governance model. The regulation outlines the ministry's responsibilities in overseeing the Government Digital Transformation Programme. These include setting operational pathways for the programme, identifying priority initiatives, projects and services, and preparing and issuing relevant policies, frameworks, controls and guiding manuals. The ministry is also tasked with monitoring the compliance of concerned entities, providing support across all areas of digital transformation and following up on implementation plans by developing the necessary programmes to ensure progress. The regulation also sets out the obligations of government entities in implementing digital transformation projects and initiatives. Key requirements include establishing a supervisory committee responsible for meeting digital transformation objectives, monitoring the implementation of the IT governance policy issued by the ministry and preparing and updating relevant plans. Entities must also implement approved digital initiatives, fully digitise essential services and make them available through approved digital channels. Additionally, the regulation calls for enhancing integration, facilitating access to shared digital resources and systems, encouraging community participation in the development of digital services and policymaking and ensuring that all beneficiaries including persons with disabilities and the elderly can access digital information, services and applications. - ONA
Times of Oman
20-04-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Transport ministry issues regulatory framework for government digital transformation
Muscat: Eng. Said Hamoud Al Maawali, Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, today issued Ministerial Decision No. (108 /2025), enacting the Regulatory Framework for Government Digital Transformation. The framework aims to regulate governance and establish the organisational structure for the Government Digital Transformation Programme, 'Tahawul', while also defining the controls for implementation across the government sector. It sets out clear roles and responsibilities for all stakeholders involved in executing digital projects and initiatives. The regulation provides a structured framework to strengthen digital governance and coordinate digital transformation efforts across government entities by clearly defining the roles, authorities and responsibilities of all concerned parties. It also promotes closer integration between the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology and other government entities, enabling them to implement digital projects within a unified governance model. The regulation outlines the Ministry's responsibilities in overseeing the Government Digital Transformation Programme. These include setting operational pathways for the programme, identifying priority initiatives, projects and services, and preparing and issuing relevant policies, frameworks, controls and guiding manuals. The Ministry is also tasked with monitoring the compliance of concerned entities, providing support across all areas of digital transformation and following up on implementation plans by developing the necessary programmes to ensure progress. The regulation also sets out the obligations of government entities in implementing digital transformation projects and initiatives. Key requirements include establishing a supervisory committee responsible for meeting digital transformation objectives, monitoring the implementation of the IT governance policy issued by the Ministry and preparing and updating relevant plans. Entities must also implement approved digital initiatives, fully digitise essential services and make them available through approved digital channels. Additionally, the regulation calls for enhancing integration, facilitating access to shared digital resources and systems, encouraging community participation in the development of digital services and policymaking and ensuring that all beneficiaries including persons with disabilities and the elderly can access digital information, services and applications. The regulation also includes controls for delivering digital government services, along with mechanisms to improve user satisfaction. The Regulatory Framework for Government Digital Transformation will help align efforts and unify direction toward a well-structured national digital transformation. It is based on a unified legislative framework that ensures coordination among state administrative units and promotes compliance with national policies. This, in turn, will strengthen collaboration among stakeholders, simplify work procedures through modern digital systems and support the goals of Oman Vision 2040 in achieving sustainable development.
Zawya
10-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Oman: Muscat ranks among top in digital transformation
MUSCAT: Muscat Governorate has been ranked in the Advanced Tier for digital transformation under the Government Digital Transformation Programme, Tahawul, following the successful streamlining and digitisation of 24 essential municipal services. The ranking, revealed in Tahawul's annual report, places Muscat alongside three other top-performing government entities out of 49 organisations assessed over the past year. This milestone reflects Muscat's long-term digital transformation strategy, designed to keep pace with rapid technological advancements and improve service delivery across various sectors. Sayyid Saud bin Hilal al Busaidy, Governor of Muscat, expressed pride in the achievement, stating that the recognition aligns with Muscat's commitment to Oman Vision 2040, which prioritises technology-driven governance to enhance and simplify municipal services. He extended his gratitude to the digital transformation team of Muscat Governorate and Municipality for their dedication, emphasising that their efforts contribute to creating a pioneering digital transformation model that sets a benchmark for Oman's future. Ahmed bin Mohammed al Humaidi, Chairman of Muscat Municipality, highlighted that digital transformation is now a necessity, not a luxury, given today's fast-evolving technological landscape. He noted that Muscat Municipality adopted a digital transformation strategy early on, making significant progress in enhancing service delivery. Over the past year, the municipality successfully digitised 24 essential services, eliminating the need for physical visits to municipal offices. Beneficiaries can now access these services seamlessly, anytime and anywhere. He also stressed that the transformation goes beyond service digitisation to include workforce training and fostering a digital work culture, ensuring an integrated and efficient municipal service experience. Among the services that have been successfully digitised and streamlined in 2024 are building permit issuance, security deposit refunds, electronic authentication of lease contracts through the "Eitimad" platform and the "Baladiati" mobile application. Other key services include burial services, permit issuance for construction and additional work, complaint services for scrap sales and street lighting requests in residential areas. The auditing of modern building systems, tree planting services outside plot boundaries, registration and cancellation of lease agreements and renewal of building permits have also been digitised. Additionally, beneficiaries can now request building completion certificates and access the homogeneous activities service digitally. The digitisation of these services marks a major step towards a more efficient, transparent and accessible governance model for Muscat's residents and businesses. By embracing digital transformation, Muscat continues to position itself as a leader in smart governance, setting a precedent for Oman's broader national digital strategy. 2022 © All right reserved for Oman Establishment for Press, Publication and Advertising (OEPPA) Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Observer
09-03-2025
- Business
- Observer
Muscat ranks among top in digital transformation
MUSCAT: Muscat Governorate has been ranked in the Advanced Tier for digital transformation under the Government Digital Transformation Programme, Tahawul, following the successful streamlining and digitisation of 24 essential municipal services. The ranking, revealed in Tahawul's annual report, places Muscat alongside three other top-performing government entities out of 49 organisations assessed over the past year. This milestone reflects Muscat's long-term digital transformation strategy, designed to keep pace with rapid technological advancements and improve service delivery across various sectors. Sayyid Saud bin Hilal al Busaidy, Governor of Muscat, expressed pride in the achievement, stating that the recognition aligns with Muscat's commitment to Oman Vision 2040, which prioritises technology-driven governance to enhance and simplify municipal services. He extended his gratitude to the digital transformation team of Muscat Governorate and Municipality for their dedication, emphasising that their efforts contribute to creating a pioneering digital transformation model that sets a benchmark for Oman's future. Ahmed bin Mohammed al Humaidi, Chairman of Muscat Municipality, highlighted that digital transformation is now a necessity, not a luxury, given today's fast-evolving technological landscape. He noted that Muscat Municipality adopted a digital transformation strategy early on, making significant progress in enhancing service delivery. Over the past year, the municipality successfully digitised 24 essential services, eliminating the need for physical visits to municipal offices. Beneficiaries can now access these services seamlessly, anytime and anywhere. He also stressed that the transformation goes beyond service digitisation to include workforce training and fostering a digital work culture, ensuring an integrated and efficient municipal service experience. Among the services that have been successfully digitised and streamlined in 2024 are building permit issuance, security deposit refunds, electronic authentication of lease contracts through the "Eitimad" platform and the "Baladiati" mobile application. Other key services include burial services, permit issuance for construction and additional work, complaint services for scrap sales and street lighting requests in residential areas. The auditing of modern building systems, tree planting services outside plot boundaries, registration and cancellation of lease agreements and renewal of building permits have also been digitised. Additionally, beneficiaries can now request building completion certificates and access the homogeneous activities service digitally. The digitisation of these services marks a major step towards a more efficient, transparent and accessible governance model for Muscat's residents and businesses. By embracing digital transformation, Muscat continues to position itself as a leader in smart governance, setting a precedent for Oman's broader national digital strategy.
