Governments' top initiative at all levels is to become an e-Government entity. Some of the key technology challenges include the following:

• Secure Access to government information and government resources is a key concern for officials, agencies and citizens.
• Disparate government databases are creating a need to consolidate and share intelligence across government platforms.
• Cost concerns are driving governments to assess areas where potential increases in workforce productivity and decreases in operating costs, maintenance and support can be achieved.